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Lackawanna County veteran honored in Germany
CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa. — Thursday marked the 75th anniversary of the Berlin Airlift. One veteran from Scranton traveled to Germany to be thanked for his service and heroic actions. "Here I am, as low as you can get in rank, and I'm right up the front with the big...
A Father's Fight: Luzerne County dad calling for change at intersection after daughter is struck by car
WYOMING, Pa. — The playgrounds are full in Wyoming as summer break approaches, but one family is starting the summer differently after a 10-year-old was struck by a car almost a week ago. "Summer should be filled with laughter, fun, and great memories. Unfortunately, my daughter's summer is starting...
Firemen’s picnic underway in Pittston Twp.
PITTSTON TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It’s officially festival season in NEPA, and the Annual Pittston Township firemen’s picnic is underway. Guests can enjoy carnival rides, games, and of course plenty of good food. This is the 102nd year for the event. The picnic is held at the department’s old grounds on Bryden Street. This […]
Indicators 2024: Data shows regional population shift
WILKES-BARRE — According to The Institute’s chief operating officer, Jill Avery-Stoss, demographics describe the features of a community. Each year, The Institute — a regional nonprofit that specializes in community-based research — publishes a series of indicators. These indicators are data points that can be used to explore changes and emerging trends in Northeast Pennsylvania.
Honesdale dedicates new park stage in memory of Fasshauer, Figura
Families of the late Arthur E. Fasshauer and the late Mae Figura stood together on the new stage dedicated for them in Honesdale's Central Park on May 24, accepting the honor on behalf of their loved ones, two community servants who steered the annual summer park concert series for decades, since Fasshauer initiated it in 1967.
Volunteers step up after DPW workers resign
HONESDALE, WAYNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Volunteers in Wayne County are stepping up for their community after an entire Department of Public Works (DPW) Department resigned a few months ago, and the gaps these volunteers are filling range from mowing the lawn to helping fix a vandalized community pool. The members of the DPW resigned in […]
Madison Township enters into pact with engineering firm
An engineering firm has been chosen to monitor the progress of road paving work authorized this year by Madison Township trustees. Civil and Environmental Consultants Inc. will provide construction management and inspection services for the township’s 2024 road resurfacing program. Trustees, during their May 30 meeting, voted unanimously to enter into a contract with CEC.
Scranton unveils new $3 million pool complex plans at Nay Aug Park
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Scranton city officials have unveiled design concepts for the future pool complex at Nay Aug Park. The new complex is supported by $3 million of Scranton’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. “We’ve done an incredible amount of work on our parks through...
Golden Technologies awarded government contract
OLD FORGE – For the fourth consecutive time, Golden Technologies has been awarded another five-year contract by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to supply mobility products since 2003. Golden provides power scooters across the VA nationwide to enhance the quality of life for veterans and allow them...
Wayne County Wanderings: Honesdale Area Jaycees celebrate 75th anniversary
It's been my pleasure to cover countless events all across Wayne County over the course of the past 30 years. Whether as a “cub” back in my River Reporter days, or as the first sports editor ever hired by the Weekly Almanac, or for the past quarter century here at The Independent, I've...
First responders recognized at Railriders game
MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Much more than just baseball at PNC Field in Moosic. Local first responders were honored for their brave acts of Service. A firefighter who saved a police officer’s life a few years ago was among those to be recognized. Ahead of Friday night’s Railriders game, Geisinger staff presented several awards […]
Wyoming Free Library raises funds with Beer for Books at local brewery
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — The Wyoming Free Library hosted its annual Beer for Books fundraising Event Thursday evening at the Susquehanna Brewing Company in Pittston. Featured there were two food trucks and free ice cream. Tickets were 25 dollars and included two drinks. "We’ve seen a great response...
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