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Anglers delight in surprise start of trout fishing
Thank God we can come here, said angler Mia Casale, of Drums, who was all smiles Tuesday afternoon as she felt a tug on her fishing line and reeled in a trout.
Wilkes-Barre City Hall workers assist with mask repair
WILKES-BARRE Not only are workers inside City Hall workers wearing masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19, they re also repairing those in a stockpile of personal protective equipment for use by em
Coping with Corona: And there was Mona
PLAINS TWP. In the year 2000, one year before 9/11 and 20 years before COVID-19, I traveled to Europe something I always wanted to do.
Police report rash of catalytic converter thefts
Two area police departments reported catalytic converters were stolen from vehicles at businesses in recent days.
No soccer? No problem: online FIFA tournament planned
With spring soccer season on hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic, there is relief in sight for those needing to get in some shots and saves.
State opens trout season today
WILKES-BARRE As the coronavirus pandemic continues with no clear end in sight, Pennsylvania state government Tuesday opened the statewide 2020 trout season.
Luzerne County cases continue to rise; total at 982, 8 deaths
WILKES-BARRE Confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose Tuesday by 133 in Luzerne County, bringing the total to 982, with 8 related deaths.
Chambers pair with Discover NEPA on virus resource page
WILKES-BARRE Twenty local chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and tourism partners have come together with DiscoverNEPA to create a regional resource page for our community for info
Hanover Area announces preliminary plans for drive-in graduation
HANOVER TOWNSHIP The Hanover Area School District has notified parents that a modified graduation ceremony will be held at the Garden Drive-In.
Wilkes-Barre Mayor Brown urges residents to stay at home during critical period of pandemic
WILKES-BARRE Mayor George Brown Monday urged residents to maintain social distancing and adhere to the state stay-at-home order as officials warned of a critical period in the novel coronavirus pand
A nurse’s family connection leads to N95 donations from Lowe’s to Geisinger
WILKES-BARRE A Geisinger Wyoming Valley nurse s family connection led to the donation of personal protective equipment from Lowe s.
Yard waste collection resumes in Wilkes-Barre, no garbage pickup on Good Friday
WILKES-BARRE Curbside collection of yard waste will begin on April 13 in the city.
Wolf: More support planned for long-term care facilities
HARRISBURG The Pennsylvania Department of Health Monday announced help is on the way for the state s most vulnerable to improve the COVID-19 response across the state, particularly in long-term care
Local company’s T-shirt business right fit for helping others
WILKES-BARRE Tyler Rice has got it covered when it comes to helping local businesses hit hard by the restrictions placed on them to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Wyoming Area ups online offerings, Hanover Area adjusts meal distribution
Local schools continue to make adjustments to plans as the state-ordered school closure continues indefinitely in an effort to stem the growth of the COVID-19 pandemic..
108 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Luzerne County; total now at 849
WILKES-BARRE Luzerne County confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 increased by 108 Monday, bringing the county total to 849.
PA American Water to begin major infrastructure project in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE A $4.2 million infrastructure project is scheduled to begin this week as Pennsylvania AmericanWater upgrades more than 18,000 feet of water mains beneath the city streets.
Police: Marijuana found inside cross, stolen gun recovered
WILKES-BARRE A man from New York city was arrested on firearm and drug offenses after city police investigated a drive-by shooting on Friday.
Shot fired in attempted home invasion
WILKES-BARRE City police are investigating a shooting after two men attempted to bull-rush their way inside a residence on Poplar Street Sunday night.
WBPD estimate 20 rounds fired, striking a pregnant woman twice on McLean Street
WILKES-BARRE An arrest warrant has been issued for a Scranton man alleging he shot a pregnant ex-girlfriend in a jealous rage on McLean Street late Saturday night.