First Phase of Theater Mural Project Nearly Complete
Tunkhannock artist Bob Lizza (above) makes measurements prior to applying the fourth panel of the Tunkhannock Viaduct mural on the back wall of the Dietrich Theater on Nov. 5. By the end of Wednesday (top), he was hand-painting finishing touches to the masterpiece, having completed the application process. Photos andContinue Reading
Route 220 Stretch Renamed for ‘Doc’ Shoemaker
Celebrating the unveiling of one of the signs that will mark the length of Route 220 dedicated to Thomas ‘Doc” Shoemaker on Friday were (seated, from left) Chris Shoemaker; Sarah Jensen; Mike and Debby Shoemaker; (standing) Sandy Tosca; Katie, Steve, John, Jan, Tom, and John Andrew Shoemaker; Rich Jensen; TinaContinue Reading
Tunkhannock’s ‘Hometown Christmas’ Will Charm the Stockings Off You!
Story and Photos by Rick Hiduk (Also published in Where & When Magazine) The Tunkhannock Business & Professional Association has been coordinating Christmas in Our Hometown for nearly two decades now, drawing thousands of people from miles around to the quaint downtown streets of one of the best-preserved business districtsContinue Reading
Noxen Couple Donates County Relic to Courthouse
Photo by Rick Hiduk Tom and Barb Field of Noxen came across this original 1853 property map of Wyoming County at an ephemera sale in Plains a few years ago. After keeping it rolled up and safe from further damage during that time, the couple decided to donate it toContinue Reading
Hints of Winter are On the Winds
Skies were cloudy over Dushore in Sullivan County and the winds were still blowing as Thursday evening’s vigorous storm system was pulling away, as seen looking up the Doc Shoemaker Highway. The stretch of Route 220 from its intersection with Rt 87 to the Bradford County line was dedicated inContinue Reading
Bridge Re-Opened in Canton
Submitted Article The Bradford County commissioners participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 29 to mark the official opening of Bridge #11 over Pratts Mill Road in Canton Township. The bridge has been closed since it collapsed during a high water event in 2017. The event marks more than justContinue Reading
WyCo Prison Staff Fills Intake Assessments Gaps
By Rick Hiduk (Exclusive to EndlessMtnLifestyles.com readers) Wyoming County Correctional Facility warden Ken Repsher told the county commissioners and others in attendance at the Prison Board meeting on Tuesday that the facility’s staff has been coordinating the bulk of intake assessments recently. “The staff took it upon themselves to getContinue Reading
Pickett’s Consumer Protection Bill Heads to PA House Floor
Submitted Article Legislation that would provide protections from surprise medical balance bills to Pennsylvania consumers sponsored by Rep. Tina Pickett (Bradford/Sullivan/Susquehanna) was unanimously reported out of the House Insurance Committee, which Pickett chairs, on Tuesday. House Bill 1862 will next be considered by the full House. Surprise balance billing happensContinue Reading
Library To Show Film on Generals Lee and Grant
Submitted Article The Bradford County Library will host a screening of the film “Lee & Grant” on Thursday, November 7, at 6 pm. The documentary is a personal look at two iconic leaders of the Civil War. Details reveal the choices and power Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. LeeContinue Reading
Nicholson Poised for CDBG Water Plant Upgrades
Improvements are in order at the Nicholson water plant off Brecht Hill Road if the Wyoming County Commissioners approve a recommendation by the county’s Housing & Redevelopment Authority for a CDBG grant to cover most of the estimated $215,600 cost. By Rick Hiduk (Exclusive to EndlessMtnLifestyles.com readers) The Nicholson WaterContinue Reading