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Moonlit Market keeping the Halloween spirit alive in Luzerne County

SHAVERTOWN, Pa. — The Moonlit Market kicked off along Carverton Road in Shavertown near Kava Korner. The event featured a variety of crafts, jewelers, and even adoptable pets from the SPCA. Organizers say the event was free for both the public and vendors. "We try to do a lot...

Shavertown, PA · 2d
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WOLF

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Hazle Township residents press for tougher data center zoning limits on revised ordinance

HAZLE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A packed auditorium at Hazleton Area High School Monday night, as Hazle Township residents voiced their concerns over a proposed 40-page zoning ordinance that could determine where data centers are allowed to be built. Township supervisors are considering revisions to the ordinance, including...

Hazle Township, PA · 1d
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WOLF

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Albrightsville woman accused of kicking troopers after Carbon County crash

PENN FOREST TWP., CARBON CO. (WOLF) — An Albrightsville woman was arrested after a single-vehicle crash and an encounter with state troopers in Carbon County, according to Pennsylvania State Police. Troopers responded around 4:09 p.m. Nov. 1 to State Route 534 near Chief Road in Penn Forest Township. They...

Albrightsville, PA · 18h
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Times Leader

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Briefing on Luzerne County bridges scheduled for Tuesday

An update presentation on Luzerne County-owned bridges is scheduled during Tuesday’s County Council work session, the agenda said.

Luzerne, PA · 2d

Times Leader

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Raises approved for Luzerne County human services first-level supervisors

Compensation has increased for approximately 30 supervisory employees in two Luzerne County human services agencies through agreements County

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

Times Leader

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Blooming Barn offers a wealth of gift ideas — plus, you can meet the animals

“I really love what I do,” Stasia Depiero said as she led the way through rooms filled with handcrafted items at The Blooming Barn

Hunlock Creek, PA · 2d

WOLF

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Newport Township attorney steps aside from data center matters

NANTICOKE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Attorney Christopher Slusser will no longer represent Newport Township on data center matters, a special counsel announced Monday as residents again voiced opposition to a proposed campus in the community. Attorney Leonard Sanguedolce, retained to advise the township on data center development, said Slusser...

Nanticoke, PA · 17h

NewsRadio WILK

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Driver in Custody After Pickup Truck Crashes Through Doors of NEPA High School

Driver in Custody After Pickup Truck Crashes Through Doors of NEPA High School

Wright Township, PA · 1d

WBRE

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College highlights first-generation students

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As more and more young adults pursue higher education and become the first in their families to do so, one local college is highlighting the opportunities it offers. First generation students make up nearly half of each of the school’s undergraduate classes in recent years, and some students are sharing […]

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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School Closed: Veteran’s Day

GNA CAMPUS – On November 11, 2026, the Greater Nanticoke Area School District will be closed to honor our veterans. Veterans Day is a federal holiday that honors our veterans and their service in any war. Businesses and establishments alike usually provide free meals, free items, and discounts to active-duty military and veterans to honor them, and we should too. Whether it is a family member, friend, or even a stranger, be sure to thank them for their service to our country.

Nanticoke, PA · 2d

Times Leader

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Four years later, Nanticoke still lacks reliable 911 radio coverage, officials say

Nanticoke does not have the blanketed emergency radio coverage promised from a Luzerne County 911 digital communication system upgrade activat

Nanticoke, PA · 1d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Legislators, community leaders cut ribbon on Tamaqua dental clinic

TAMAQUA – A former pharmacy in eastern Schuylkill County is now a training ground for... The article Legislators, community leaders cut ribbon on Tamaqua dental clinic first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Tamaqua, PA · 1d

wkok.com

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Press Enterprise Investigation Reveals 112 Immigration Arrests

BLOOMSBURG — A Press Enterprise investigation found local police helped federal immigration agents arrest at least 112 people in Columbia and Montour counties. The arrests occurred between October 2025 and August 2026, according to federal records. The Press Enterprise reports 46 arrests occurred in the Berwick area, with others...

Montour County, PA · 1d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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East Union top cop resigns, again

SHEPPTON – After five months, East Union Township is on the hunt for a top... The article East Union top cop resigns, again first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Shenandoah, PA · 1d

The Shenandoah Sentinel

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Two cats rescued, one perishes in Turkey Run house fire

TURKEY RUN – A cat died and two other cats were rescued from a house fire in Shenandoah’s Turkey Run section Monday evening. Firefighters were called to the 400 block of Furnace Street around 8pm for a reported house fire. Crews arrived to find smoke coming from a...

Shenandoah, PA · 1d

WBRE

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Study details microplastics in Chesapeake Bay Watershed

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new study from the PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center found microplastics in 100% of tested sites in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, including in the Susquehanna River in Luzerne County. “What we found is alarming,” Deputy Director of PennEnvironment Flora Cardoni said at a press conference Tuesday morning. “Every single […]

Luzerne County, PA · 12h

Yahoo!

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Amazon unveils new STEM Innovation Hub at Berwick Area Middle School

Inside the library at Berwick Area Middle School in Salem Township, Amazon leaders, members of the community, and school officials gathered to unveil the new Amazon Think Big Space, which is a new hands-on STEM lab for students. District Superintendent Dr. Jason Bendle says this gives them an area dedicated to science, technology, engineering, and math.

Berwick, PA · 1d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Tentative budget keeps taxes level in Ryan Township

BARNESVILLE – Taxes are expected to remain level in Ryan Township. Supervisors voted to approve... The article Tentative budget keeps taxes level in Ryan Township first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Barnesville, PA · 1d

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Wake Up Early For 8 Pennsylvania Bakeries That Rival Any Parisian Patisserie

Ready to find the best bakeries in Pennsylvania that could make even a French chef jealous?. These 8 bakeries serve up fresh-baked goods and sweet treats that’ll have you jumping out of bed!. 1. Stock’s Bakery (Philadelphia) Some bakeries just feel like home the moment you walk in.

Pennsylvania · 2d