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Around Town: Reflecting on Lenten lessons
As I was thinking of what to write today, I found myself reflecting on what s been an awesome Lenten season, so it seems fitting to share what I ve learned and accomplished, now that we re celebrating
Tell Giselle: Breaking bread without breaking hearts
Instead of addressing the unanimous jury verdict in Gwyneth Paltrow s ski accident, which was all about telling the truth (for which I was happy, and may deal with next week) here s something more un
Celebrating ‘the Greening of our Sanctuary’
There s a scene in the movie Around the World in 80 Days in which Phileas Fogg and his friends, desperate to win a wager, resort to a practice that seems crazy and dangerous and, in the long run, wo
Out on a Limb: Taking a mini vacation to NYC
With warmer weather making its appearance, start planning your genealogy-related tours at least the domestic ones.
Civil War Ball, Ragtime Brunch will benefit Lackawanna Historical Society
There s an adage that re-enactors don t dance, and dancers don t re-enact, Jennifer Ochman of West Pittston said, laughing as she spoke because she s living proof the adage isn t true.
Inaugural Archery Fest set for June 9-11 at Montage Mountain
Montage Mountain Resorts in Scranton will host the inaugural Archery Fest at Montage Mountain presented by High Tines Archery on Friday, June 9 through Sunday, June 11.
MMI Preparatory School inducts studentsinto multiple honor societies
MMI English Department Chair/Associate Dean Donna Titus who serves as the National Honor Society advisor inducted the following students into the Andrew J. Stofan Chapter of the National Honor Society
A fruit smoothie to ‘knock your socks off’
It tastes like summer, reporter and taste tester Margaret Roarty said after sampling a berry smoothie from the Times Leader test kitchen.
(Easy) Fudge through the ages
As I said in a test kitchen article near Easter last year: Cooking isn t just about eating to live, it s about what that life means.
TL page designer designs a coffee flavor
Times Leader Page Designer Ashley Bringmann, standing center, recently had the thrill of designing the flavor combination for a Chocolate Orange Latte at Abide Coffeehouse in downtown Wilkes-Barre.
Larry Vojtko to retire from WVIA
Following a long career of public service and broadcasting, WVIA Radio programming director Larry Vojtko has announced his retirement, effective Friday, June 3, 2023.
Wright Center employees participatein ‘Paddy O’Basket Spring Cleaning Drive’
The Wright Center for Community Health s Ryan White HIV Clinic has been serving Northeast Pennsylvania for more than 20 years by offering comprehensive services for people living with or at risk for H
To Your Health: Recognizing and treating seasonal allergies
Last week, we mentioned the rise in pollen count and other irritants we often encounter in the spring as it pertains to asthma flare ups.
Around Town: Making time to connect in real life
There s a lot of talk these days about AI (artificial intelligence) and ChatGPT.
Tell Giselle: Sharing light to soften grief
Someone soon to lose a parent wanted to know about my experience with my father. The experiences at end of life can be transformative, and be a precious life-affirming gift that endures.
LCCC Alumni Association plans annual golf tournament
The Luzerne County Community College Alumni Association will hold its ninth annual alumni golf tournament on Monday, May 22, at Blue Ridge Trail Golf Course, Mountain Top.
Waverly Small Works Gallery to host exhibit by Travis Prince
The Waverly Small Works Gallery is pleased to announce the upcoming exhibit of works by artist and recipient of the 2022 F. Lammot Belin Arts Scholarship, Travis Prince.