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Did You Know Pennsylvania Has A Natural Rock Field Where Boulders Stretch 16 Acres Without A Tree?

Sixteen acres of bare boulders sit in the middle of a Pennsylvania forest, and not one tree grows among them. Some of those rocks stretch up to 26 feet long. The field is so flat and so empty of soil that it looks like someone paved a clearing with giant stones.

Pennsylvania · 18h

WBRE

Jenkins Township neighbors fear for health amid foul odor

JENKINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The issue of strong odors and black gunk continues on Westminster Road in Jenkins Township again this week. Fire crews were in the neighborhood Sunday night conducting testing on the area’s sewer system. Neighbors say the odors worsened from Sunday into Monday. David Slevenski and his family moved into […]

Jenkins Township, PA · 1d

Pocono Record

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As hearing approaches, Probst highlights impacts of I-80 project

On a recent afternoon, state Rep. Tarah Probst (D-189th District) took a drive through Stroudsburg with constituent services adviser Jessica Smith to highlight just a few of the spots that the Interstate 80 widening project has already impacted. And there are bound to be even more issues if the project proceeds, Probst said, especially with the elimination of the Dreher Avenue exit. The representative places the blame on the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for failing to do its due diligence in evaluating the properties which fall in the way of the widening project. “This has been going on since I was the mayor, and Stroudsburg Borough has been fighting it now for over 10 years. [PennDOT] just didn’t do their job,” said Probst, who this month won a third term in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. “They didn’t do an environmental impact statement — they took it in three sections, so they didn’t have to do that. And for whatever reason, I guess they believe that water doesn’t have connectivity.” Probst said the borough paid about $2,000 to conduct the studies on property near Bryant Street — a part of the next phase of the project — which confirmed “not

Stroudsburg, PA · 2d

Times Leader

Luzerne County Historical Society unveils $6 million plan for museum at former St. Cecilia’s Church in Exeter

For generations, St. Cecilia’s Church was where Exeter and surrounding communities gathered for weddings, funerals, worship, and other i

Luzerne County, PA · 14h

dvhsnews.org

Commissioner’s time capsule honors Pike County

Memories can offer more joy than any material purchase can. What better way to capture these precious moments than in a time capsule for our nation’s 250th anniversary?. Matthew Osterberg of the Pike County Commissioners office wanted to gather as many artifacts as he could from the community and seal them into a time capsule to reopen in the year 2076, which recognizes America’s 300th birthday.

Pike County, PA · 2d

Times Leader

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 · 2d

NorthcentralPA.com

North Shore Railroad’s Veterans Benefit Voyage raises $16,000

Northumberland, Pa. — North Shore Railroad Company & Affiliates has raised $16,000 for two veterans nonprofits through its third annual Veterans Benefit Voyage. The railroad presented checks of $8,000 each to Hunts for Healing and Expedition Orange on Nov. 4. Heavy rain at the primary event, held July 18 at Test Track Park during Berwick’s World War II Weekend, reduced ridership in the year’s first voyage. To make up the difference, the railroad added proceeds from some ticket sales from later passenger events, including rides at Stallion Infrastructure in Montoursville on Aug. 22 and during Danville’s Heritage Festival, to make the donation more substantial. Hunts for Healing offers outdoor recreation such as fishing and hunting for wounded warriors and is run entirely by volunteers. Expedition Orange uses horse and rider to raise national awareness and support for Vietnam veterans and families affected by Agent Orange exposure, and gives $1,000 to a veterans home in each state it visits. Both organizations pledge to put 100% of donations toward veterans. In 2024, the railroad dedicated two locomotives to members of the U.S. military: LVRR 9052, the Veterans Unit, and LVRR 9050, the Memorial Unit. This year’s rides also featured the railroad’s Semiquincentennial

Northumberland, PA · 1d

pikecountycourier.com

Friends of the Pike County Public Library hosts Bag Book Sale

The Friends of the Pike County Public Library will host a Bag Book Sale at the library on Nov. 13 and Nov. 14 at the library’s main branch in Milford and on Nov. 13 only at the Dingman Township branch. Shoppers can fill a bag with books for one...

Pike County, PA · 1d

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Pike County to extend ICE contract with correctional facility for another 10 years

The Pike County Commissioners agreed to extend the ICE contract with the Pike County Correctional Facility for another 10 years, during the Nov. 4 commissioners meeting. The decision to extend the contract was largely because of the financial benefits it provides the county. “The agreement generates approximately 18 million dollars...

Pike County, PA · 1d

Times Leader

Luzerne County 911 holding job fairs to fill 24 dispatcher openings

With numerous telecommunicator vacancies to fill, Luzerne County 911 is holding job fairs at its Hanover Township facility Thursday, Nov. 12 a

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

Times Leader

‘Serious’ concerns remain: Newport Twp. holds meeting, public comments on data centers

NANTICOKE — Attorney Christopher Slusser will no longer represent Newport Township in matters related to data centers. The an

Nanticoke, PA · 3d

WOLF

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

NorthcentralPA.com

PennDOT secretary visits Lewisburg roundabout site near U.S. 15

Lewisburg, Pa. — PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll visited the intersection of Hospital Drive and JPM Road in Kelly Township, Union County, where a roundabout is planned through the state’s Multimodal Transportation Fund. Carroll met with local and elected officials at the site and discussed the planned work, which includes building a roundabout, widening and realigning the approach roads, adding signs and other improvements meant to improve traffic flow and safety, according to PennDOT. The $1.2 million project is aimed at improving access to medical facilities, stores and restaurants along U.S. 15, PennDOT said. Construction is expected in 2027. Joining Carroll were Kelly Township Supervisor David Hassenplug, Sen. Gene Yaw, and PennDOT Assistant District Executive Gerald Wertz. More on the program can be viewed here .

Lewisburg, PA · 8d

webbweekly.com

Williamsport Sun: November 5, 1946 – Property Left for Library at Montoursville Likely to Benefit Fire Company of Borough

Whether it would possible and advisable for Montoursville to accept the Konkle property at 300 Broad Street as the location for a public library under the provisions of a will of Mrs. Joan Konkle has been studied and discussed through a thorough investigation conducted by the Montoursville Rotary Club. In...

Montoursville, PA · 1d

NorthcentralPA.com

Penn College receives ‘Best for Vets’ recognition

Williamsport, Pa. — Pennsylvania College of Technology is among 370 institutions nationwide and 15 in the state recognized in the Military Times’ 2026 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings. “The military-connected student today looks different than many people imagine,” said Jon Simkins, editor-in-chief of Military Times. “It’s a veteran starting a second career, a Guard member balancing drill weekends with classes, a spouse finishing a degree between moves. The schools on this year’s list understand that, and they’re building support around the real lives of the people they serve. That’s exactly what we want our readers to know when they’re choosing where to invest their education benefits.” Colleges and universities are selected for the list based on a detailed survey of each school’s policies, programs and outcomes. The survey covers school culture, student support services, academic policies, costs and financial assistance, and military-connected student success rates. This is the fourth time Penn College has made the Best for Vets list. “The folks at Military Times conduct one of the most comprehensive evaluations of colleges and universities across the country. We are proud at Penn College to be recognized for our long-standing commitment to supporting those who have chosen to serve our

Williamsport, PA · 21h

NorthcentralPA.com

Columbia, Lycoming County libraries win state grants

Harrisburg, Pa. — The Columbia County Traveling Library and the James V. Brown Library in Lycoming County are among 26 libraries throughout Pa. sharing more than $243,000 in Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) Action Grants administered by the Pa. Department of Education. The Columbia County Traveling Library received $10,000 for a project that creates Community Access Points in everyday gathering places to bring digital access, books, and resources directly to residents experiencing economic hardship across Columbia County. The James V. Brown Library received $9,390 for All Are Welcome: District Sensory Welcoming Kits, which will provide Sensory Welcoming Kits to all district libraries to support neurodiverse youth with tools that promote regulation, comfort, and inclusive participation during library visits. Action Grants provide up to $10,000 per project for initiatives that strengthen library services, address local needs, deepen partnerships, and build organizational capacity. Eligible projects may focus on adult or youth services, community engagement, staff training, technology and digital access, or innovative programming. “Libraries are the cornerstones of their communities, providing critical resources to patrons,” said Secretary of Education Carrie Rowe. “This funding will help libraries serve the diverse and unique needs of their local residents by creating innovative educational programming

Lycoming County, PA · 1d

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Montour County Trails Face Hunting Season Closures

DANVILLE — Trail users in Montour County are being reminded to take extra precautions as hunting season continues. The Montour Area Recreation Commission says deer archery season runs through November 20, followed by firearms season beginning November 28. MARC says Hopewell Park and Danville Borough Farm trails will close...

Montour County, PA · 2d

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County Hall Corner: The Shelter Shortage

The Lycoming County Commissioners met on October 29th to address a crisis affecting some of the community’s most vulnerable residents. Saving Grace Shelter and Family Promise have both closed, leaving the county with virtually zero emergency shelter beds for women and children. Saving Grace Shelter closed in September after...

Lycoming County, PA · 1d

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