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Shapiro says he is 100% behind President Biden
DURYEA — Amid a strong push to convince President Joe Biden to leave the presidential race, Gov. Josh Shapiro on Friday said he is “1oo% behind Biden” and he declined to comment on any speculation. Shapiro was in Duryea Friday for a ceremonial bill signing of the...
Wilkes-Barre man pleads no contest in shooting, standoff
A Wilkes-Barre man accused in a shooting at a South Wilkes-Barre barbershop and then threatening to shoot police during a standoff pleaded no contest Friday to aggravated assault and related charges. Julio Rivas, 35, was accused of shooting another person in the area of the New Flow Barber Shop, 127...
Christmas comes early in downtown Mount Carmel
MOUNT CARMEL — Santa Claus came to town on Saturday, though he wasn't wearing his usual red suit. Santa was in summer vacation mode, wearing a tropical print shirt, khaki shorts, sandals and a straw hat. He was here for Christmas in July in Mount Carmel.
Mr. and Mrs. Terrell Engle celebrate golden anniversary
Retired SFC Terrell K. Sr. and Sharlene (Lilly) Engle are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary today. Lifelong residents of Bowmanstown, Terry and Sharlene were married in the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Northampton on July 20, 1974. They are the parents of son, Terrell K. Engle Jr., of Morrisville, NC,...
Big Tent Bazaar to be held in Hanover Twp. this weekend
Exaltation of the Holy Cross Parish, 420 Main Road, Buttonwood, Hanover Twp. will host their annual Big Tent Bazaar from 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, July 19; 5 p.m. to midnight after the 4 p.m. Mass on Saturday, July 20; and 5 to 11 p.m. Sunday, July 21.
Sheep-to-shawl team to appear at Schuylkill County Fair
The Baaahd Girls will be demonstrating their talents at the Schuylkill County Fair. The sheep-to-shawl team from the Walk-In Art Center Fiber Arts Guild in Schuylkill Haven takes the fleece from a sheep and turns it into wearable art. The ladies in the group are preparing for the Pennsylvania Farm...
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.
MMI welcomes three new faculty members
MMI Preparatory School Head of School Theresa Long announces the appointment of Tammy M. Chrin, Ed.D. as the new director of college counseling, Melissa Zaroda as the new technology and engineering teacher, and Natasha Keyser as the new French and Latin language teacher for the 2024-25 academic year. Dr. Tammy...
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...
Luzerne County Bar Association donates to Coffee Inclusive
Coffee Inclusive of Pittston recently received a $2,500 donation from the Luzerne County Bar Association’s Charitable Foundation. Coffee Inclusive is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering education, engagement, advocacy, skill development, and meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with diverse abilities, while promoting inclusion throughout our community. They operate an inclusive coffee shop on Kennedy Blvd., Pittston.
Wapwallopen veteran receives Quilt of Valor
A Quilt of Valor was presented to Wapwallopen resident Sgt. Timothy J. Ammons by Marie Shulenski, group leader of the Hazleton Area Chapter of the Quilts of Valor Foundation. Shulenski was joined by QOVF member Debbie Kessell, as they represented members and volunteers all over the country.
Wilkes-Barre Man Threatened to Slice Woman ‘From Ear to Ear’
WILKES-BARRE, PA – A domestic dispute in Wilkes-Barre escalated to violence on Wednesday morning, resulting in the arrest of 29-year-old Victor Otero. The incident occurred at 7:35 a.m. on South…
President. McKinley's 'Funeral Day' a sad one in Pottsville, America
Sept. 19, 1901, Funeral Day. It was a dark one in Pottsville and America.
Hanover Area Junior Baseball team captures third at states
Hanover Area placed third at the Pennsylvania Junior Baseball tournament in Athens. The team defeated Pittston for the District 16 title and Mid Valley for the Section 5 championship to qualify for states. Hanover went 4-2 in the state tournament to finish third, losing to Springfield, 4-1, in the semifinals. From left: Tyler Cole, Leo Seiger, Alex Knapich, Trey Mishanski, Braeden Mullery, Conor Richardson, Ben Kolbicka, Logan Richardson, Shawn Elliott, Owyn Komoroski-Maslar, Joey Korus, Ryan Bennett and Brody Richardson. Hanover Area coaches are Todd Kolbicka, Jim Bush and Ryan Bennett Sr.
Shamokin police prepare for the worst, train to treat emergency casualties
SHAMOKIN — Shamokin police officers and a Northumberland County Probation officer are better prepared in the event of casualties when responding to calls. Nine city officers and Probation Officer Alexis Sciascia took part in training in tactical emergency casualty care for law enforcement and first responders at the Shamokin Annex on Saturday.
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...
Little Eric's Foundation holds wiffle ball tournament
Little Eric's Foundation recently held a biodegradable balloon release and wiffle ball tournament. The funds raised go to direct pediatric cancer research and to children and their families, in treatment for pediatric cancers.
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.
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