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Historic $20 Million Gifts To Penn State, Paul Quinn College, U. Of Oklahoma
The past week has seen three institutions — Pennsylvania State University, Paul Quinn College, and the University of Oklahoma — each receive a historic gift of $20 million. Here’s a summary of each of the record-setting donations. Pennsylvania State University. On July 19, Pennsylvania State University announced...
Peoples Financial Services: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) — Peoples Financial Services Corp. (PFIS) on Thursday reported net income of $3.3 million in its second quarter. The Scranton, Pennsylvania-based bank said it had earnings of 46 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for costs related to mergers and acquisitions, were 59 cents per share.
Clearing the encampment: what's next?
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — "We got about 30 to 40 different vets out here, and I'm not just talking about males I'm talking about females too who have actually fought in the war. And it actually disgusts me." said Eric Dietrich,. Dietrich, now a volunteer at the Keystone Mission, was...
Shamokin man injured in rural Locust Valley trash truck crash
LOCUST VALLEY – A Shamokin man was taken to a local hospital after a crash in Ryan Township Thursday afternoon. The crash happened around 3:30pm on Brockton Mountain Drive near Back Road and State Road. Ryan Township Fire said a garbage truck crashed in the area of the former...
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 72: Jayden Zandier, Exeter Township HS
Coaches Comments: First-year starter at RB. Jayden is a fast, quick twitch runner who constantly gives his best effort each friday. Through 10 games, Jayden has 102 carries for 1136 yards and 14 tds (11.2 yards per carry). He is an aggressive and shifty runner who has the ability to break tackles and take it to the house on every play. Has added 5 receptions for 149 yards and 3 TDs along with 382 kickoff return yards and a TD.
Back-to-School Guide
As August rapidly approaches, so does back-to-school season. NEPA has all you need to prep for the upcoming year from lunch boxes and pencil cases to new jeans and shoes. Look no further than our local shops and boutiques for your back-to-school checklist!. Take a peek below, and see what...
Missing 84-Year-Old Dallas Woman Found Safe, Thanks to Community Effort
Some positive news to report today as the Dallas Police Department has confirmed that 84-year-old Ms. Maximina Sepulveda, who had been reported missing yesterday, has been safely located. The police had earlier circulated a call for public assistance after Ms. Sepulveda was last seen yesterday, around 2:30 pm in the 7400 block of Piedmont Drive, according to the Dallas Police Department.
Investigators in Robert Baron case honored in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Local law enforcement was acknowledged on Wednesday for helping solve one of the most significant murder cases in Lackawanna County history. The District Attorney’s Office recognized those who played a crucial role in the Robert Baron case. The ceremony honored the extraordinary efforts of individuals and law enforcement in bringing […]
West Pittston: Writers can find support and encouragement at library workshop
Writing is one of the things in life that consistently brings me the most joy. It’s a creative outlet that takes so many forms. Writing this article for you all every week brings me joy. Writing out a new joke to try at an open mic brings me a lot of joy. Writing a short story or even just journaling at the end of a long, crazy day brings me joy. In a life that can be often times incredibly chaotic, it's nice to have the constantly present catharsis of putting words down on a page to ground me.
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