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Coming of age, climbing toward happiness
Most reviews of the novel Sam accurately describe it as a coming of age story about a young girl between the ages of seven and 20, packed with emotion, challenges and heartbreak.
‘There’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think about it’
I was walking along the Saddleback Ridge in Maine, the sun was setting and I had it all to myself, Jeff Mitchell said, recalling a particularly peaceful moment from the Appalachian Trail thru-hike he
Grammys fashion: Lizzo, Doja Cat, Styles wow on red carpet
NEW YORK (AP) Lizzo wowed in a bright orange Dolce & Gabbana opera coat adorned with flowers and a huge hood as the wild and wacky Grammys red carpet did not disappoint Sunday. Tattered streetwear,
Comedian Jeff Dunham will reach W-B milestone on Thursday
When comedy icon Jeff Dunham appears at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza on Thursday, he will become the first individual performer to surpass 50,000 tickets sold for his perforamnces at the ASM G
To Your Health: Five ways to keep your heart healthy
February is American Heart Month, which means it s an opportune time to tackle subjects that cover heart health and cardiovascular disease prevention. It also just happens to be something I know a lot
Grammys fashion: Lizzo, Doja Cat, Styles wow on red carpet
NEW YORK Lizzo wowed in a bright orange Dolce & Gabbana opera coat adorned with flowers and a huge hood as the wild and wacky Grammys red carpet did not disappoint Sunday. Tattered streetwear, T-shi
Exploring the Lehigh Valley’s historic covered bridges
From the first time I watched the movie The Bridges of Madison County with Clint Eastwood and Meryl Streep in the mid 90s, I ve been in love with the peaceful beauty and romance of covered bridges. W
Inspiring area students to discover a career path
Last year, I visited a class of students at Dana Street Elementary School for Read Across America/Career Day. They asked that in addition to reading, I speak to them about my career in marketing. The
Inspiring area students to discover a career path
Last year, I visited a class of students at Dana Street Elementary School for Read Across America/Career Day. They asked that in addition to reading, I speak to them about my career in marketing. The
Around Town: Celebrating mom’s special day
Last weekend was a special one as we celebrated my mother s birthday.
Luzerne Foundation Community Champions Series: The Joseph A Moran Scholarship Fund
Coach Joe Moran, a lifelong resident of Wilkes-Barre, touched many lives through his career and instilled a legacy of leadership and mentorship in his students. Joe was a three-sport letter winner at
Tell Giselle: Love is the force multiplier
A father of young children, whose wife filed for divorce, contacted me seeking my guidance. I learned that despite his best efforts to create a loving partnership, it is well down the path of divorce,
‘The choirs love singing them, we have a blast’
Picture this: It s Feb. 14 and someone you care about answers their phone or starts listening to voice messages and suddenly they hear a choir launching into its best rendition of Frank Sinatra s
Solomon-Plains Middle School holds Family STEM Night
Solomon-Plains Middle School recently hosted their first Family STEM night. The night was a huge success. The evening brought together more than 70 families to participate in activities involving scie
Allied Services Integrated Health System announces staff promotions
As part of Allied Services Integrated Health System s significant expansion for access to skilled nursing care in downtown Wilkes-Barre, the following promotions have recently been announced:
Matt Munisteri will perform with University of Scranton Jazz Band
On Sunday, Feb. 19, at 7:30 p.m., Performance Music at The University of Scranton will present a concert featuring The University of Scranton Jazz Band with special guest guitarist and vocalist Matt M
Remember When: Coal came tumbling down the chute
To my youthful self, there were few more fun experiences than watching a truck unload a ton of coal into our cellar bin. Maybe a good cowboy or monster flick outranked it for sheer excitement, but the
Dancing ‘stars’ prepare for competition
I always have a smile on my face, Justin Correll said, describing his progress as he prepares to take part in the Dancing Stars of Wilkes-Barre competition on Feb. 25. Even if I fall down on the flo
Indraloka Animal Sanctuary plans tree celebration
Universally revered in every culture throughout history, trees hold a special place in our lives. As children, we climb them, pluck their fruit, build forts and watch with wonder as birds and squirrel
LCCC’s AREI Program holds art therapy project
The Luzerne County Community College AllOne Recovery Educational Institute (AREI) and the Recovery for All Club recently held an art therapy project at the College s Campus Center. Students were encou