Penn State Extension Offers Programs on Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Submitted Article Most people know someone who either has Alzheimer’s or is caring for someone who does as there are currently 16.1 million Americans providing unpaid care to those affected by the disease. Groups who are interested in learning more about Alzheimer’s and dementia are encouraged to schedule one, two,Continue Reading
Executive Sessions Dominate Commissioners & Prison Board Meetings
Participating in this morning’s meeting of the Wyoming County Prison Board were (top, clockwise from front) public defender Tim Micheals; solicitor Paul Litwin III; commissioners Judy Mead, Tom Henry and Mike Stabinsky; chief clerk Bill Gaylord; district attorney Jeff Mitchell; sheriff Edward Sherman; deputy warden Gordon Traveny; and president judgeContinue Reading
“Fast Eddie” Prefers the Decelerated Pace of Sullivan County
It’s hard for “Fast Eddie” Fisher to pick a favorite from the countless motorcycles he has ridden in his lifetime, but a fairly uncommon 1972 Honda 750 (top) is one that he likes to show to visitors. He was the lead racer for the Triumph Motorcycle company from 1952 toContinue Reading
Founders Day 2019: Sunny, Gusty and Very Well-Attended
The Blue Star Moms of NEPA (top) were visited by fellow member Rep. Karen Boback at their Founder’s Day booth. From left are, Michele Kosty, Karen Kalie, Bernadette Beamer, and Chris Decker. Brilliant weather brought thousands of people into town for the annual celebration. Photos by By Rick Hiduk TheContinue Reading
Beautiful Weekend Weather All But Guaranteed
Storm clouds were quickly pushed out of the way by fair weather cumulus clouds on Friday as temperatures rose into the low 70s in Sullivan County, as seen from Rt 154 North in Fox and Elkland townships. Photos by Rick Hiduk The summer weather that most people have been waitingContinue Reading
Slippery Suspect Snagged in Susquehanna County
By Rick Hiduk / Map by Google Pennsylvania State troopers patrolling Nicholson Township, Wyoming County, just after midnight on June 13 engaged in a 6.6-mile, high-speed pursuit of a man from central Pennsylvania that ended in Lenox Township, Susquehanna County. The defendant, Kenneth Burgess of Glen Richey, was already wantedContinue Reading
Sporting Clays Venues Literally Offer Bang for Your Buck
Rock Mountain Sporting Clays (top) near Springville is one of two venues for a sport that is growing in popularity. At Hausmann’s Hidden Hollow (above) the Greenley’s BBQ Team, participants in last year’s fundraiser for the School of Petroleum & Natural Gas in Susquehanna County, prepare for their day onContinue Reading
Police Release Details of April D&C Bust
Story by Rick Hiduk / Map by Google Maps State Police at Tunkhannock have formally pressed charges against three Luzerne County residents in connection with an impromptu April 24 drug bust at D&C Fuel Plaza on Route 6, west of Tunkhannock. July 9 preliminary hearings in front of District JusticeContinue Reading
PHEAA Warns of Financial Aid Scams Targeting Students
Submitted Article The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is warning students and borrowers to be wary of financial aid scams that could expose them to identity theft and significant financial loss, according to Rep. Karen Boback (Luzerne/Lackawanna/Wyoming). In one recent example, scammers are fraudulently representing themselves as known studentContinue Reading
Snacks & Equipment Provided for Healthy Library Events
Submitted Article Snack Chat debuts Monday, June 24, at 11 am. A complimentary snack is served while participating children are entertained for half an hour. It is open to all children under the age of 18, and no registration is necessary. Snack Chat is sponsored through grants from the WyomingContinue Reading