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Officials seek to clarify announcement of $56M in funding for Luzerne County
November 28, 2023
A Monday release issued by state Rep. Alec Ryncavage announcing $56 million in funding for Luzerne County infrastructure projects took some county officials by surprise because it is not a new monetary award.
Luzerne County Council halts vote on Sterling site funding request
November 28, 2023
At the developer’s request, Luzerne County Council members halted plans to vote Tuesday on a $3 million allocation for a hotel/convention center project at the former Hotel Sterling site on the corner of River and Market streets in Wilkes-Barre.
Proposed Luzerne County budget amendments planned
November 27, 2023
Even though no real estate tax hike is proposed, Luzerne County Council members Tim McGinley and Gregory S. Wolovich Jr. huddled in the county courthouse Monday looking for cuts that can help boost the 2024 budget reserve.
As ordered, Luzerne County Election Board accepts 222 mail ballots with handwritten date issues
November 27, 2023
In compliance with a court ruling, Luzerne County’s Election Board tallied 222 Nov. 7 general election mail ballots that had incorrect or missing dates on the outer envelope.
Luzerne County Council set to vote on budget Tuesday
November 26, 2023
Luzerne County is scheduled to adopt a proposed no-tax-hike 2024 budget during Tuesday’s meeting.
Luzerne County Redevelopment Authority has new overseer
November 26, 2023
Veteran Luzerne County Redevelopment Authority worker Margie Thomas has been hired to oversee the agency.
NEPA couple fondly recalls meetings with Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter
November 26, 2023
DALLAS — Larry Cook was always fascinated with American history, in particular the presidents of the United States. Over the decades, he’s collected enough presidential memorabilia that would make any historical museum envious.
Ex-Minneapolis cop Chauvin stabbed in prison
November 24, 2023
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering George Floyd, was stabbed by another inmate and seriously injured Friday at a federal prison in Arizona, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press.
H.S. Football: Dallas edges Bonner-Prendie in overtime in 4A quarterfinals
November 24, 2023
DALLAS TWP. — Dallas coach Rich Mannello summed up Friday’s game with some humor, necessary to cut a tense 48 minutes plus overtime of football.
Check out our Small Business Saturday special section
November 24, 2023
GOOD MORNING SHOPPERS! If you’re out looking for Black Friday deals, be sure to pick up today’s Times Leader to learn about Small Business Saturday, which is tomorrow.