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EPA’s Regan announces funding for electric school buses at Nanticoke
NANTICOKE At Greater Nanticoke Area High School on Monday, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan said the Biden Administration is taking another key step toward reducin
Nanticoke man charged with raping teenage girl
CONYNGHAM TWP. State police at Shickshinny arrested a Nanticoke man on allegations he violently raped a teenage girl he punched and suffocated with a pillow.
Luzerne County Council has packed meeting agenda Tuesday
In addition to receiving and announcing the three manager finalists Tuesday, Luzerne County Council is set to vote on the administration s request to keep the county s American Rescue Plan consultant
Lane restrictions on I-81 southbound in Luzerne County this week
Lane restrictions will be in place on a section of Interstate 81 in Luzerne County for the next couple of nights.
State highlights vital role of volunteer ombudsmen in caring for seniors
WILKES-BARRE The Pennsylvania Department of Aging s Office of State Long-Term Care (LTC) Ombudsman this week welcomed 100 in-person and 80 virtual attendees to the Hershey Lodge and Conference Cente
Off and riding: Annual bike ride starts in Pittston for first time
PITTSTON It was wheels up on Main Street Sunday morning, as hundreds of cyclists from all over the state kicked off the annual Lu Lacka Wyco Hundo bike ride in downtown Pittston.
Liebetrau surrenders to U.S. Marshals
Four days after his bail was revoked and a warrant issued for his arrest, former Wilkes University student Max Liebetrau has turned himself in to authorities, according to the Luzerne County District
Democrats Dixon, Thomas, Hogan announce for Plymouth Borough Council
PLYMOUTH Bill Dixon, John Thomas and Tom Hogan announced they are candidates for the Democratic nomination for Plymouth Borough Council in the May 16 Primary.
‘Each animal is known and deeply cared for’
SHAVERTOWN Chet Mozloom, executive director at The Lands at Hillside Farms, this week spoke about the recent tragedy in Dimmitt, Texas where 18,000 cows perished in a fire and the business of da
Downtown Pittston hosts first NEPA Spring Outdoors Arts and Crafts festival
PITTSTON Downtown Pittston has long kept a busy schedule through the spring and summer months, with a variety of events on the calendar to highlight the city s arts, culture and flourishing business
Beyond the Byline: 1968 was a year of change for sure
June 6, 1968 is a day that I will never forget.
‘Strong thunderstorms,’ heavy winds coming to parts of Luzerne County
The National Weather Service is advising caution as strong thunderstorms are expected to make their way into Luzerne County this afternoon.
F.M. Kirby Center remains committed to improving access to cultural arts
WILKES-BARRE Joell Yarmel, executive director at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, said the F.M. Kirby Center remains committed to improving access to the cultural arts through its miss
Judge Michael J. Barrasse to speak at King’s College on April 25
WILKES-BARRE According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, fewer than 12% of those with substance use disorders receive treatment, many stating that stigma gets in the way.
Felony assault charges in Hanover Twp. stabbing dismissed
WILKES-BARRE A district judge dismissed felony assault charges against two sisters, Jofenna Dietterick, 27, and Jovona Bradford, 25, during a preliminary hearing in Luzerne County Central Court on W
Wife pleads not guilty to fatal Kingston fire, trial set for January
WILKES-BARRE A woman accused of setting two fires that took the life of her husband pled not guilty to criminal homicide and arson related offenses during an arraignment before Luzerne County Presid
Mistrial declared in illegal firearm possession trial
WILKES-BARRE Luzerne County Judge David W. Lupas declared a mistrial when a jury was not able to reach a verdict in the illegal firearm possession case against Jeremy Battle on Thursday.
Homicide hearing continued when suspect retains private lawyer
WILKES-BARRE A preliminary hearing for homicide suspect Natanihel San Martin on Friday was abruptly continued when he retained a new attorney at the 25 hour.
Crestwood furlough plan again evokes strong reaction
WRIGHT TWP. Thursday s monthly Crestwood School Board Meeting lasted some three hours, with the overwhelming amount of time again spent on the proposal to furlough teachers in order to staunch a pro