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25 Famous People You Didn’t Know Were From Sullivan County, New York

This one was interesting for me to write because when I was 17, I went to Sullivan Community College. It was basically the only college that would accept me. I wasn’t that great as a student in high school, but that’s because I wanted to be a musician, and I spent all my time practicing piano. It wasn’t because I was lazy; I just found what I wanted to do with my life, and I did that for a good 30 years.

Sullivan County, NY · 9d

WFMZ-TV Online

Monroe County I-80 reconstruction faces emergency legal challenge as homeowner fears losing access to her home

STROUD TOWNSHIP, Pa. — For years, the proposed reconstruction of Interstate 80 through Monroe County seemed like something that would always remain in the distant future. For Stroud Township homeowner Lisa Wayland, that future has arrived. “For as long as I can remember, we’ve heard about them redoing 80,...

Monroe County, PA · 3d

Yahoo!

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Emergency repairs on major highway through Pa.’s Poconos underway after road collapse (UPDATE)

UPDATE: Lehigh Gorge train stop relocates due to rockslide, D&L Trail closed at Jim Thorpe. A stretch of Route 209 in Carbon County that collapsed Saturday could be closed until almost the end of the year for emergency repairs that are already underway, PennDOT said in a traffic advisory Sunday night.

Carbon County, PA · 7d

Pocono Record

Restaurant inspections from Monroe County, Oct. 19-25

These establishments in Monroe County were inspected between Oct. 19 and 25, according to Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture records . The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture provides this disclosure: "Please remember that any inspection is a 'snapshot' of the day and time of the inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment. Also, at the time of the inspection, violations are recorded but are often corrected on site prior to the inspector leaving the establishment." Out of compliance Pocono Bean: 5596 Route 115, Blakeslee Inspected Oct. 23. Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Violations: 2 Inspector observed soap was not available at the handwash sink in the employee restroom; and handwash sink in front food preparation area was not functional. Comfort Inn & Suites: 3189 Route 940, Mount Pocono Inspected Oct. 23. Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Violations: 5 Inspector determined the person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety. Inspector observed potatoes held at 82 degrees, rather than 135 or above as required; no chemical sanitizer was being used in the three-compartment sink as required; working containers in kitchen area, used for storing chemicals/cleaners taken from

Monroe County, PA · 7d

wvia.org

Free fair in Lackawanna County aims to help residents keep items for longer and promote recycling

Beloved items break. Shirts get snagged. Switches snap. Appliances short out. The Lackawanna County Office of Environmental Sustainability, Johnson College and the City of Scranton want to help residents fix those items, instead of buying new ones. "This event is kind of matching up with how the vibe is lately,...

Lackawanna County, PA · 2d

WBRE

PennDOT gears up for winter across NEPA

DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As colder temperatures and maybe even some snow settles into Northeastern Pennsylvania over the next few weeks, PennDOT crews are already preparing for the winter season. Drivers with PennDOT District 4 are taking dry runs along their assigned routes while maintenance crews inspect equipment, make necessary repairs, and build up rock […]

Northeastern Pennsylvania, PA · 2d

Times Leader

Wilkes-Barre man sentenced for failure to report income for SNAP benefits

A Wilkes-Barre man was sentenced to probation for failing to report employment income while receiving SNAP and medical assistance benefits from Pennsylvania. Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas Judge David W. Lupas sentenced Marc E. Gibbons, 60, of Darling Street, to 15 months’ probation on two counts of fraud in obtaining public assistance. Gibbons pled guilty to the charges prior to being sentenced on Friday.

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 7d

Times Leader

‘The Last Thoughts of Gino Merli’ returns for Veterans Day performances

If you’ve ever heard the name Gino Merli, perhaps you know the late veteran received a Medal of Honor for his service during World War I

Scranton, PA · 1d

WBRE

Former incinerator site to be cleaned up for business

WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A former municipal incinerator site in Wilkes-Barre Township will be cleaned of hazardous soil in preparation for new business properties, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The former incinerator site on North Sherman Street, near the area historically known as Diamond Patch, is target of a […]

Wilkes-Barre Township, PA · 2d

Times Leader

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Plymouth-rooted author’s new book ‘Tidal Wave’ recalls raid that cost Luzerne County 6 airmen

WILKES-BARRE — After his book “Devotion” became a movie, author Adam Makos said he went underground for three years to write

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

Sunday Dispatch

Community calendar, week of Nov. 8, 2026

Veterans Program: The Wyoming Area School District invites veterans to a performance of the play “The Last Thoughts of

Pittston, PA · 1d

WBRE

Hardware store celebrates 51-years of Christmasland

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Christmas spirit is on full display at a Luzerne County hardware store. Main Hardware on South Main Street in Wilkes-Barre is celebrating 51 years of Christmasland. The seasonal attraction features 12 rooms filled with Christmas trees, ornaments, lights, and just about every holiday decoration imaginable. Mayor Brown led a ceremonial […]

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 3d

Times Leader

State awards $980,500 to clean up former Wilkes-Barre incinerator site

State Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger announced Friday the Industrial Sites Reuse Program (ISRP) approved $980,

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 2d

WBRE

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Road closures for Wilkes-Barre Veterans Day parade

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Wyoming Valley Veterans Day parade is this Sunday. Residents can expect road closures and delays. The parade route is along Market Street, from Wyoming Avenue in Kingston to Public Square in Wilkes-Barre, starting at 2:00 p.m. on Nov. 8. The following Wilkes-Barre City roads will be closed between 1:00 […]

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 3d

Sunday Dispatch

West Pittston Historical Society to present History of John D. Stark/Lt. Jeffrey DePrimo American Legion

WEST PITTSTON — The West Pittston Historical Society (WPHS) will present the History of the West Pittston John D. Stark/Lt. Jeffrey DePr

Pittston, PA · 2d

Times Leader

Luzerne County Veteran Affairs busy helping veterans

Since becoming Luzerne County Veteran Affairs director in March, Oscar Flores has been looking for new ways to care for his fellow veterans an

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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