From Fields to Forests, Extension Retiree Plots his New Career Path
Sen. Gene Yaw (left) recently recognized outgoing Penn State Extension Area 3 client relationship manager Mark Madden, who is retiring after more than 29 years of dedicated service. Submitted Photo/ Story by Rick Hiduk (originally published in the www.rocket-courier.com) After 19 years working for the Penn State Extension, Mark Madden hasContinue Reading
Legislators Share Priorities with Business Leaders at Chamber Breakfast
Speakers at the Chamber’s Legislative Breakfast included (from left) U.S. Congressman Dan Meuser, state Senator Lisa Baker, and state Representative Tina Pickett. By Rick Hiduk (Originally published in the Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce’s Impact Magazine. To see all stories in the latest issue, click here: IMPACT – Wyoming County ChamberContinue Reading
New “Guide to the Endless Mountains” Now Available
Submitted Article The Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau (EMVB) has released their annual visitors guide for Sullivan, Susquehanna and Wyoming counties. The latest Guide to the Endless Mountains features over 300 businesses, organizations and attractions throughout the region. The guide also features articles about new attractions like the Endless Mountains GravelContinue Reading
Bill Exempting Milk Haulers from Travel Bans Clears Committee
Submitted Article A bill that would exempt milk haulers from travel bans imposed during a declaration of disaster emergency was approved by the Senate Transportation Committee today. Senate Bill 153, sponsored by Sen. Judy Ward (PA-30th) and Sen. Gene Yaw (PA-23rd), was reported from the committee by a vote ofContinue Reading
Commissioners Mark Mental Health Month, Distribute ARP Funds to First Responders
Proclaiming May as Mental Health Awareness Month in Wyoming County were county commissioners (seated, from left) Tom Henry, Rick Wilbur, and Ernie King; (standing) Mike Hopkins, CEO of Children’s Service Center; Luzerne/Wyoming Counties Mental Health & Developmental Services representatives Cheryl Farkaly, Renee Smith, Jonathan Bates, Tara Fox and Amy Tomkoski;Continue Reading
Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau to Celebrate National Travel & Tourism Week
Submitted Article From May 7 to 13, the Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau (EMVB) will honor National Travel and Tourism Week, an annual tradition that recognizes the value that travel has on the local economy, small businesses, personal well-being, and beyond. This year marks the 40th anniversary of National Travel andContinue Reading
Student Learns What It Takes to be a Lineman
Submitted Article Claverack Rural Electric Cooperative hosted Lackawanna Trail student Sean Gilroy for a job shadowing experience on March 31, 2023. Sean reached out to Northern Tier Industry & Education Consortium (NTIEC) to assist him in exploring a career as a lineman. During his visit, Sean learned about electrical safetyContinue Reading
Youths are Integral Party of Farm & Home Day
Setting up pies for judging on April 10 were (above, from left) Susquehanna County 4-H members Amanda Voll, Jillian Gustin, and Gavin Bewley. Announcing the winner of a pair of dairy baskets were (below, from left) Susquehanna County Dairy Promotion representatives Holly Harvatine, Ava Hughes, and Courtney Marvin. Photos andContinue Reading
Child Abuse Prevention Month Recognized
Marking Child Abuse Prevention Month Pictured at the Wyoming County Courthouse in Tunkhannock recently were (above, from left) are Janine Fortney, Child Advocacy Center of Susquehanna and Wyoming Counties director; Chief Deputy Sheriff Alissa McMickens; Commissioners Rick Wilbur and Ernie King; Leslie Cadden, representing Rep. Tina Pickett’s Tunkhannock office; Sen.Continue Reading
Farm Bureau Members Air Concerns to Elected Officials
Participants in a meeting with legislators and candidates hosted by the Susquehanna County Farm Bureau on April 10 included (seated, from left) Lillian Theophanis, Aileen Shay, Emma Hinkley, Donna Williams, Mickey Klim, (standing) Mark Madden, Jennifer Remy, Megan Martin, Rep. Jonathan Fritz, commissioner Judy Hershel, Mike Marabell, Dave Darrow, AlanContinue Reading