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Impossible Pie? It’s entirely possible
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Impossible Pie? It’s entirely possible

· May 17, 2023

I ve never had pie before, Times Leader taste tester and reporter Hannah Simerson said when offered a slice of this week s test kitchen recipe.

Rotary Club of Wyoming awards three scholarships
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Rotary Club of Wyoming awards three scholarships

· May 16, 2023

The Rotary Club of Wyoming recently presented scholarships to three Wyoming Area graduating seniors. The students were selected based on essays they wrote about community service. Shown from left are:

Muriel Siegel celebrates 104th birthday
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Muriel Siegel celebrates 104th birthday

· May 16, 2023

I had a very happy birthday, Muriel Siegel told a reporter, days after friends, cousins and the staff at The Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center helped her celebrate turning 104.

Veterans Connecting Group to headlineOpen Mic Night on Memorial Day Weekend
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Veterans Connecting Group to headlineOpen Mic Night on Memorial Day Weekend

· May 16, 2023

The Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock has become a hot spot for its Open Mic Nights, held on fourth Fridays.

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· May 16, 2023

If someone asked you where the Revolutionary War took place, would you start talking about Massachusetts and New York? Maybe New Jersey?

To Your Health: Warning signs of skin cancer
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To Your Health: Warning signs of skin cancer

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and it s also a time of year when we begin to spend more time outside as the weather in Northeastern Pennsylvania becomes more inviting.

Dietrich Theater to host foster care awareness event
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Dietrich Theater to host foster care awareness event

· May 15, 2023

As May is Foster Care Awareness Month, the Northeast Regional Youth Advisory Board invites you to a special movie event at the historic Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock on Wednesday, May 24 at

American Stroke Association and Allied Serviceskick off observance of Stroke Month
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American Stroke Association and Allied Serviceskick off observance of Stroke Month

· May 15, 2023

Representatives from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, Allied Services Integrated Health System and Northeast Rehab, and stroke survivors recently gathered at Allied Services

Around Town: POWER! a hit, Fiesta ahead, moms in our hearts
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Around Town: POWER! a hit, Fiesta ahead, moms in our hearts

If you re like me, you re probably thankful the weekend is here, but also thinking a little bit about the week we just had and what s ahead.

Around Town: Celebrating a wedding with a ‘wow’ factor
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Around Town: Celebrating a wedding with a ‘wow’ factor

I love nothing more than seeing good people happy.

Tell Giselle: Finding peace without weapons
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Tell Giselle: Finding peace without weapons

I live with my boyfriend. He just informed me he is wanting to buy a gun. He s trying to convince me this is a reasonable decision. The threat he now perceives exists is somehow different than it was

Luzerne Foundation: Focus on NEPA Gives
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Luzerne Foundation: Focus on NEPA Gives

READ, SET GIVE! NEPA Gives that is!

67th Fine Arts Fiesta opens May 18 on Wilkes-Barre’s Public Square
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67th Fine Arts Fiesta opens May 18 on Wilkes-Barre’s Public Square

· May 12, 2023

Maybe the painting of a little deer with glowing antlers and green fur will positively enchant you. Or the picture of Alice in Wonderland dealing with the Mad Hatter will remind you of your craziest,

Occupational Therapy instructors launchvirtual reality program at King’s College
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Occupational Therapy instructors launchvirtual reality program at King’s College

· May 12, 2023

King s College occupational therapy students can now better develop essential patient interaction skills through a pilot virtual reality program made possible by the Meta x Bodyswaps Educational Grant

‘Tribute to Legends of Rock’ coming to Dietrich Theater
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‘Tribute to Legends of Rock’ coming to Dietrich Theater

· May 12, 2023

When one thinks of some of the greatest names in rock from the 60 s through the 80 s, which bands and artists spring to mind?

Contra Rebels to provide music for a contra dance
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Contra Rebels to provide music for a contra dance

· May 12, 2023

When the Fine Arts Fiesta comes to Wilkes-Barre s Public Square May 18-21, live entertainment will range from high school orchestras to a brass band, a flute ensemble, theater groups and Friday night

Diva Theater presents ‘Perceptions’
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Diva Theater presents ‘Perceptions’

· May 11, 2023

In yoga class, the way Linda Rusinko was able to understand the teacher s instructions was by reading her lips. What was she to do when the teacher told the students to close their eyes for guided med

Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group aidsYMCA Pre-Kindergarten Scholarship Program
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Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group aidsYMCA Pre-Kindergarten Scholarship Program

· May 11, 2023

The Century 21 Smith Hourigan Group recently showed its commitment to the community with a contribution to the Greater Wyoming Valley Area (GWVA) YMCA through Pennsylvania s Educational Improvement Ta

LCCC Foundation chooses FNCB as Donor of the Month
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LCCC Foundation chooses FNCB as Donor of the Month

· May 11, 2023

FNCB recently was selected by the Luzerne County Community College Foundation, Inc. as its 40th Anniversary Donor of the Month for March.

Books, Baskets and Bake Sale to benefitOsterhout Library’s North Branch
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Books, Baskets and Bake Sale to benefitOsterhout Library’s North Branch

· May 11, 2023

The Friends of the Osterhout Free Library-North Branch are excited to bring back the Book Sale on Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 28 Oliver St., Parsons, Wilkes-Barre.