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The Art of Harvesting Mushrooms
Discover the age-old tradition of mushroom picking in Luzerne County. This video takes you on a journey through lush forests, revealing the art of foraging. Learn how to identify edible mushrooms and keep this fascinating tradition alive.
Look Back: Hanover Township woman drowns when ferry boat capsizes
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. A swollen Susquehanna River overtook an overloaded ferryboat transporting three automobiles and 16 people from Retreat State Hospital on Oct. 6, 1926. Annie Gruzinskas, 35, who lived with her husband, Andrew, at 120 Regal St., Korn Krest, Hanover Township, drowned while...
Bikers for Justice hold wrongful conviction awareness rally outside Luzerne County Courthouse
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Wrongful convictions are a big problem across the country and in Pennsylvania. On Sunday, a group of advocates came together to raise awareness and bring about change. Monday is Wrongful Conviction Day, and in honor of that, a group that fights for justice held a rally to raise awareness. Sunday […]
American Legion Post 644 launches 'Thank a Veteran' program to honor local heroes
Swoyersville, Luzerne Co. — The American Legion Post 644 of Swoyersville are starting their new Thank a Veteran program, a program that will benefit local veterans with heartwarming letters from the community to brighten up their day. The American Legion of Swoyersville wants to help further recognize these veterans...
Bridging the gap: Pittston and West Pittston mayors promise new spans will be worth the wait
Two bridges. Two mayors. One goal. On Aug. 21, a bipartisan group of elected officials and Avoca’s own Mike Carroll, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, gathered on the west side of the Firefighters Memorial Bridge, formerly known as the Water Street Bridge, to announce $19 million had been awarded toward the demolition and construction of two brand new bridges connecting Pittston and West Pittston.
Open Your Homes and Hearts: The Puppies Of scranton, PA Need You!
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around scranton..
LCCC’s Benco Dental Clinic offering free services to community
NANTICOKE — The Luzerne County Community College Benco Dental Clinic, 38 East Main St., in downtown Nanticoke, in the Francis S. and Mary Gill Carrozza Health Sciences Center, will now offer free dental services to the community. Clinic times vary by semester and are generally 4 days per week.
Annual Brewsterhout party to benefit Osterhout Free Library
PA live! (WBRE) — Monday on PA live!, Rachel spoke with Michelle Riley from the Osterhout Free Library. The 14th annual Brewsterhout Party is fast approaching! The rooftop party has become a highly anticipated tradition each year, offering food, drink, and fun!. This year, the event will feature over...
Resumption of student loan repayments: Implications and strategies for students amid financial struggles
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE CO(WOLF) — After a long hiatus during the pandemic, student Loan repayments resumed October 1st, and Federal accounts began collecting interest once again in September. So what effects will the student loan payments have on students and those already struggling?. The pandemic-related pause went into effect back...
The end of the Bloomsburg Fair and the Glen Lyon sinkhole | Talkback 16
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Talkback 16 callers have some questions about the morning crew's Halloween spirit. First, though the Bloomsburg Fair might be over it seems the calls will never stop. If you like Talkback, you'll love Talkback Feedback. Check it out on YouTube.
Valley West rallies past Dallas in girls soccer
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Nora Keating and Gabrielle Marsola each scored second half goals as Wyoming Valley West rallied for a 4-3 victory over host Dallas in a Wyoming Valley Conference girls soccer match on Monday. The Mountaineers held a 3-2 lead after the first...
Temporary traffic alterations pursued for congestion caused by Pittston/West Pittston bridge closure
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Temporary traffic improvements may be on the way to reduce congestion in West Pittston and Pittston caused by closure of the Luzerne County-owned Firefighters’ Memorial Bridge over the Susquehanna River, commonly known as the Water Street crossing. Traffic on the...
West Pittston: Garden Village transforming into Halloweentown
It’s October. Spooky season is officially here, and the Garden Village of West Pittston has some big things in store. Delaware Avenue in West Pittston has long been the center of Halloween activities in the community. Due to that success, get ready for an enchanting journey into the realm of Halloween magic as West Pittston unveils its transformation into Halloweentown this year. Over the past few months, the West Pittston Halloweentown Committee has been meeting to develop a plan to brand West Pittston as Halloweentown.