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Pioneer Day Set for Ashland This Saturday
The 27th Annual Pioneer Day Celebration is set for Saturday at the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train and Higher Ups Park. From 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, attendees can look forward to an event featuring over 100 crafters, vendors, and food trucks. Located at 1900 Oak Street, the...
Anthracite Railroad Ramble Set for July 31
Hosted by the National Museum of Industrial History (NMIH) and Reading & Northern Railroad, the Anthracite Railroad Ramble, will depart from a brand new station in Nesquehoning. Est. Read Time: < 1 min. A day-long train ride through northeastern Pennsylvania will take visitors back in time on Wednesday, July 31.
PA State Police Car Catches Fire On Route 80
The blaze happened on Route 80 near mile marker 272.1, said White Haven Fire Company. Troopers brought the flames under control by the time firefighters arrived, and a hose was used to soak down the engine compartment, authorities said. No one was injured, the fire company added. Daily Voice has...
Area high school students complete weeklong Future Leaders in Education Camp
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. “I felt so terrified, but also so proud of myself, ” said Brinda Federici of Luzerne. First came the fear, when Federici saw the ropes at Camp Kresge and realized they’d take her much higher than her comfort level allowed. The pride came later, after she’d defied her fear of heights and participated in the ropes course with the rest of the teens in her group.
Camp sight in Luzerne County fosters growth
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — On Thursday, kids got their hands dirty as they learned about what helps each plant grow and thrive at Evergreen, a plant shop in downtown Wilkes-Barre. The plants are not the only things growing here. So are the horizons of children at Camp Sight, a...
Duryea: Enjoy a day out in Duryea
The past few weeks I have highlighted the picnics taking place in Duryea throughout the month, and this week we’ll focus on the final one. NEPA’s Summer in the City will host NEPA’s Day Out Festival starting at noon Saturday, July 27, at Community Park, Stephenson Street.
West Pittston: Help those in need with back-to-school donations
It’s now late July and it's time to start thinking about going back to school. Students need lots of supplies and sometimes even new outfits. I always loved back-to-school shopping, but not every family has the luxury of being able to afford doing so every year. If you have school age children, you know how expensive it is to get them ready for school. It is costly to get the supplies a child needs, and for a low-income family, this could be impossible.
White Water Rafting in Jim Thorpe
If you're looking for white water rafting close to New York City and Philadelphia, you'll find fantastic class II and III rapids along the Lehigh River in the Poconos while white water rafting in Jim Thorpe. This is the perfect opportunity to make a splash, make memories, and enjoy the great.
Mount Carmel adds police officer; borough raises part-time rate to $25
MOUNT CARMEL — Mayor Philip Cimino administered the oath of office to Erika Rooney as a full-time police officer at Thursday’s public meeting. On the recommendation of Chief of Police Christopher Buhay, council unanimously hired Rooney. Her son, Jeremy, held the Bible during the swearing-in ceremony.
Vols take the podium in Dallas
SEC Football Media Days were held in the Lone Star State for the first time, with Tennessee making the rounds on the event’s second day. Fourth-year head coach Josh Heupel, senior center Cooper Mays, senior linebacker Keenan Pili and senior defensive tackle Omari Thomas represented the Vols at the Omni Dallas on Wednesday. The quartet spent the day visiting with members of the local, regional and national media to preview the upcoming 2024 season.
Neighbors in the news
The Frackville Elks Lodge No. 1533 held its annual Flag Day ceremony on June 9. Lodge Officers were joined by members of the local Boy Scouts of America, Troop No. 745, Ashland in conducting the "History of the Flag" section of the ritual. Community members and Elks members in attendance were treated to food and refreshments following the special ceremony. The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks is the only fraternal organization to require a formal observance of Flag Day. According to the Elks.org website, in July of 1908, the Elks Grand Lodge provided for the annual nationwide observance of Flag Day on June 14th each year, making it mandatory for each subordinate Lodge throughout the country. June 14th was officially established as Flag Day by a proclamation by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916. Flag Day was not a national observance until 1949 when President Harry Truman, a member of the Elks, was inspired to sign an act of Congress that dedicated June 14 to the symbol of our country. Pictured, left to right, seated are Brian Kahler, Assistant Scoutmaster, Gabriel Getz, Elliot Getz, Wyatt Bradley, Asst. Senior Patrol Leader, Brendan Fetterolf, Jacob Tice, Assistant Scoutmaster, Jackson Wiest, Alexander Krapf, Senior Patrol Leader, Allen Ahrensfield, Scoutmaster. Left to right, standing: Ronald Bane, P.E.R., Bill Mack, Past State President, Lodge Secretary, Tracey Caudle, Esteemed Lecturing Knight, John Rogers, P.E.R., Exalted Ruler, Marianne Yanchulis, Chaplain, Tracy Dudash, Esteemed Leading Knight, Lance Nelson, P.D.D.G.E.R., P.E.R., Esquire. SUBMITTED PHOTO.
Nutrition trivia event at Orwigsburg library
A nutrition trivia program for tweens and teens is scheduled for Aug. 14 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Orwigsburg Area Free Public Library, 216 W. Independence St. The event will be hosted by Diane Kraft, a licensed and registered dietitian, nutritonist and columnist for the Pottsville Republican Herald.
Carbon opens Lansford wall bids
A crumbling retaining wall that is threatening a home in Lansford may soon be repaired. On Thursday, the Carbon County Commissioners opened bids for the Brimble Wall reconstruction and street improvement project. The county is handling the bids because Lansford is using Community Development Block Grant funds toward the project.
Area Lions receive international awards
Several people active in area Lions Clubs received special recognition at the Lions Club District 14-U cabinet meeting on June 30 at the West Penn Lions Club Pavilion in New Ringgold. The International President’s Certificate of Appreciation was presented to Pamela McElmoyle, president of the Jim Thorpe Lions Club; and...
Wilkes-Barre Scranton Elks present grant for veterans' benefit
Wilkes-Barre Scranton Elks Lodge No. 109 recently presented Luke Malonis, Catholic Charities case manager of St. Hedwig's Village, with the National Benevolent and protective Order of the Elks $1,000 Freedom Grant and a $200 donation by Lodge 109. Also, 12 $100 Gerrity's grocery gift cards were purchased for the 12 veterans living at St Hedwig's apartments. Veterans living at St Hedwig's qualify by having a disability and a history of experiencing homelessness. There is also a PSHP program by Catholic Charities which spreads out homeless veterans with a disability throughout the area as well. For information the programs, call Malonis a 570-906-0764. Donations of food, clothing, hygiene products can also be accepted. Malonis said that Christmas time is usually a good time when donations or gift cards are received, but it is a struggle for these vets throughout the year and these grocery cards coming in the summer will be a blessing.
A fire severely damages the historic First Baptist Dallas church sanctuary
A fire all but destroyed the historic church sanctuary at First Baptist Dallas, sending smoke billowing over the city but causing no deaths or injuries, Dallas firefighters said. The fire in the Texas Historic Landmark, a Victorian-style red brick church built in 1890, was reported about 6:30 p.m. Friday, and...
William P. Wetzel
William P. Wetzel, 82, of Blue Mountain View, Kunkletown, Lower Towamensing Twp., Carbon County, formerly of Schnecksville, died peacefully Wednesday morning, July 17, 2024, in his home. He was the husband of Mrs. Faye (Ziegenfuss) Wetzel since July 28, 1984. Born in Allentown, he was a son of the late Harvey and Anna E. (Palmer) Wetzel.
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