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Orwigsburg Attorney Lora J. McDonald Announces Bid for Schuylkill County Magisterial District Judge

ORWIGSBURG — Attorney Lora J. McDonald has announced her candidacy for magisterial district judge in District Court 21-3-03, serving Orwigsburg and surrounding communities, in the 2027 election. McDonald, an Orwigsburg resident with more than 30 years of legal experience, cited her work in private practice, public defense and courtroom litigation as preparation for the position. “After more than 30 years of practicing law in Schuylkill County, I believe my experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service have prepared me for the responsibility of serving as Magisterial District Judge,” McDonald said in her announcement. Legal Experience and Education Her legal practice has included criminal defense, family law, custody, child support, estates, guardianships, real estate and personal injury matters. “Throughout my career, I have represented individuals and families from all walks of life. My experience in private practice, as an Assistant Public Defender, and in the courtroom has given me a strong understanding of the law and the importance of treating every individual with fairness, dignity, and respect,” she said. A 1986 honors graduate of Nativity BVM High School, McDonald earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from DeSales University in 1990, graduating summa cum laude. She received her Juris Doctor from

Orwigsburg, PA · 15h

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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 · 2d
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Times Leader

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Luzerne County DA highlights ‘drastic shortage of lawyers’ in budget discussion

Luzerne County District Attorney Sam Sanguedolce highlighted a “drastic shortage of lawyers” in his office during Tuesday’s

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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 · 2d

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Lehigh County cybersecurity firm scores another major government contract

SOUTH WHITEHALL TWP., Pa.- A Lehigh County based cybersecurity firm says it's inked another big deal with the federal government. Netizen Corporation was awarded a nine-year $168 million contract with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), according to a news release from the company. Netizen will provide a variety of...

Lehigh County, PA · 1d

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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 · 2d

Skook News

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Schuylkill County Weather: Mild Veterans Day, Rain and Colder Weather Ahead

Veterans Day will begin with patchy morning fog across Schuylkill County on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 , before partly sunny skies and a high near 60°F . Showers are likely Wednesday night, with rain continuing Thursday. Colder conditions follow Friday, along with a chance of rain showers changing to snow showers Friday night. Schuylkill County Weather Highlights Veterans Day: Patchy fog before 9 a.m., then partly sunny with a high near 60°F. Thursday: Showers, with a 90% chance of precipitation and a high near 52°F. Friday night: A chance of rain showers before 10 p.m., followed by a chance of snow showers. Low around 31°F. Weekend: Partly sunny days, with highs in the lower to middle 40s. Seven-Day Forecast: November 11–17, 2026 Schuylkill County Daily and Nighttime Weather Forecast Day Forecast Veterans Day Wednesday, November 11 Day: Patchy fog before 9 a.m. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 60°F . Light and variable winds. Night: Showers likely, mainly between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m. Cloudy, with a low around 44°F . Light southeast wind. Chance of precipitation is 60% , with less than one-tenth of an inch of rain possible. Thursday November 12 Day: Showers, with a high near

Schuylkill County, PA · 1d

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6A District Pigtail Playoff Game Results: #7 Stroudsburg vs. #2 Whitehall

The Stroudsburg Mountaineers fell short of the Whitehall Zephyrs. The #7 ranked team played the #2 ranked team on Nov. 6, 2026. This unfortunate loss will conclude Stroudsburg’s 2026 season. Gabe Ferguson, ’27, kicked off for the Mounties. Whitehall couldn’t find room to score in the first few minutes...

Stroudsburg, PA · 2d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Mahanoy Twp. adds data center regulations as developer mulls old power plant site

MAHANOY CITY – Mahanoy Township voted to adopt regulations pertaining to data centers a week... The article Mahanoy Twp. adds data center regulations as developer mulls old power plant site first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Mahanoy City, PA · 1d

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Hanover OKs 3 resolutions for sewer project contracts

At its brief, efficient Nov. 4 meeting, Hanover Township, Lehigh County, Council passed three resolutions for the improvement of the sanitary sewer system within the township. Twenty-one bids were received for three contracts from several companies that were awarded through three council resolutions. Resolution 2026-44, which approves contract A via...

Lehigh County, PA · 18h

Lehigh Daily

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Allentown and Bethlehem police open 2027 hiring rounds

Police in the Lehigh Valley's two largest cities are taking applications for new officers, with Allentown's window closing Monday, Dec. 14, and Bethlehem's on Monday, Jan. 4, 2027. The post Allentown and Bethlehem police open 2027 hiring rounds appeared first on LehighDaily.com .

Allentown, PA · 11h

NewsRadio WILK

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Newport Township Residents Demand Transparency Over Data Center Project

Newport Township Residents Demand Transparency Over Data Center Project

Nanticoke, PA · 1d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Shenandoah Valley remembers service, sacrifice of veterans

SHENANDOAH – Shenandoah Valley students recognized the service of the region’s veterans with their annual... The article Shenandoah Valley remembers service, sacrifice of veterans first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Shenandoah, PA · 1d

Times Leader

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Knights of Columbus Assumpta Council 3987 to hold stuffed cabbage dinner Nov. 14

Knights of Columbus Assumpta Council 3987, Conlan Hall, at St. Ignatius Loyola Church, 339 N. Maple Ave., Kingston, will hold a stuffed cabbag

Kingston, PA · 2d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Pottsville Buyers Find More Options as Prices and Time on Market Rise

Pottsville buyers gained options and negotiating room as listings surged, homes lingered longer, and prices climbed.

Pottsville, PA · 1d

WFMZ-TV Online

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Lehigh County considers suing social media companies over alleged harm to youth

ALLENTOWN, Pa. – The Lehigh County Board of Commissioners retained a law firm to file claims against various social media companies on the county's behalf Tuesday night at administration building. The deal, with Kline & Specter P.C., will "investigate, research and file its claims" against various platforms including but...

Lehigh County, PA · 1d

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Bucknell Launches $250,000 Coal Region Air Quality Study

LEWISBURG — Bucknell University researchers are launching a $250,000 study of air pollution in Northumberland County’s coal region. The two-year project includes air quality monitoring in Shamokin, Mount Carmel, and Kulpmont. Bucknell says monitoring equipment is already operating at nine locations, with additional sites planned. Researchers hope to...

Northumberland County, PA · 2d

Times Leader

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Plymouth’s Ben Johnson inducted into Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame

Members of the Plymouth Historical Society recently attended the PA Sports Hall of Fame banquet in September at Valley Forge Casino Resort to

Plymouth, PA · 2d

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Former Subaru dealership outside Bethlehem sold

HANOVER TWP., Pa.- The site of a former Subaru dealership in Northampton County will welcome car shoppers once again. A limited liability company (LLC) associated with AutoPROVED has purchased the property at 330 Stoke Park Road outside Bethlehem in Hanover Township. The sale was recorded last week by the county...

Bethlehem, PA · 20h