Lifestyle
Review: Twist and turns in ‘Apples Never Fall’ will keep your attention
Editor s Note: My mother and I have always been avid readers. Today we introduce our bi-weekly column on books that my mother and I will read and share with you. This first one s from me, but both of
Transfiguration of Our Lord Church to hold rummage sale Oct. 15, 16 and 17
The Transfiguration of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church is holding a rummage sale Friday through Sunday, Oct. 15, 16 and 17.
Nanticoke historical event set
The Nanticoke Historical Society will hold a Celebrate Nanticoke History Day on Saturday, Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the society offices in the Samantha Mill House, 495 East Main Street. To ad
Crack pot idea of “crock pot lasagna” really works
The notion of lasagna in a crock pot struck me as crack pot when I saw some click bait touting it on the web, so I didn t click the bait. But curiosity got the better of me, and I googled crock pot l
Life at Full Throttle: Enjoying a dose of Southern hospitality
I just had the pleasure of visiting Charleston for the first time. It s a beautiful and welcoming city filled with hospitality and charm. Streets lined with palm trees form paths to stunning churches
St. Anthony & St. George Maronite Church concludes annual novena to St. Theresa
WILKES-BARRE The annual nine-day novena in honor of St. Theresa, Little Flower of Jesus, was held at St. Anthony s feast day. Divine Liturgy was celebrated by Father Adib Salameh at 6 p.m. each of
Three early signs of breast cancer you shouldn’t ignore
A change in your breast may be an early sign of breast cancer. Here s what to look for.
Life at Full Throttle: A prime location for dining in the Poconos
Located in the midst of the beauty of Lake Harmony is a restaurant I love. Louie s Prime has a cozy, rustic atmosphere and warm hospitality that feels like home. I ve been going to Lake Harmony for as
Edwardsville Hometown Committee to host ‘Market in the Park’ Sept 18
EDWARDSVILLE The Edwardsville Hometown Committee, a registered 501c3, will host its 4th annual Market in the Park End of Summer Craft, Vendor and food fair on Saturday, Sept 18, in John Hopkins
Life at Full Throttle: Enjoy your end of summer garden harvest
Labor Day weekend is typically when I m looking for ways to use up the last of my summer garden herbs and vegetables. I remember my mom blanching and freezing plum tomatoes and hanging fresh basil to
St. Mary’s homecoming picnic planned in Mocanaqua
MOCANAQUA St. Mary s Homecoming Picnic will be held Saturday, Sept. 4, and Sunday, Sept. 5, at the parish park, Main Street/Lee Road, Mocanaqua. Hours are Saturday 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday 12:
Life at Full Throttle: The great mask debate
The subject of whether or not to mask has become a heated debate as of late. It can be a polarizing topic and one that many people avoid discussing. I think mask-wearing is as much a matter of persona
Maronite community welcomes Father Adib Salameh
WILKES-BARRE It has been a whirlwind year for members of the Maronite religious community in Wilkes-Barre.
GFWC–West Side Women’s Club sponsors ‘Dinners for Kids’
EDWARDSVILLE The General Federation of Women s Clubs (GFWC) West Side Women s Club, sponsored Dinners for Kids at the annual Grotto Harveys Lake Festival of Trees.
Life at Full Throttle: Reach for a peach now that they’re in season
We re in the midst of peach season in Northeast PA and they can be found in abundance at local Farmer s Markets and orchards throughout the area. When I was scanning the internet for some interesting
Life at Full Throttle: Taking a bite out of the Big Apple
My daughter, her fianc , and a friend flew in for a wedding in New York City last month. Her friend had never been to New York, so they decided to extend their trip a few days. I drove in to show them
A shrimp burger that lets you really taste the shrimp
There were a few odd things about this recipe from America s Test Kitchen, things I probably would never have thought of doing. Yet to say it all worked out would be an understatement. MT s first resp
Singer-songwriter Ayron Jones to perform at Kirby Center
WILKES-BARRE Up-and-coming blues singer-songwriter Ayron Jones will be coming to the F.M. Kirby Center as part of the venue s Chandelier Concert Series.
Life at Full Throttle: It’s not too late for a summer party
I can t believe it s August. Don t let the beauty of summer pass you by without an outdoor get-together. It seems like the days are flying by, so better get planning. My motto is the easier the better