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DEP to host virtual public hearing on PennEast Pipeline permit applications
January 4, 2021
WILKES-BARRE — The state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will host a virtual public hearing from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 13 to take testimony from interested parties regarding two permit applications for construction of Phase 1 of the PennEast Pipeline project in northeastern Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania Turnpike toll increases go into effect Sunday
January 2, 2021
HARRISBURG — Toll increases go into effect on the Pennsylvania Turnpike this weekend, along with a hefty surcharge on drivers who don’t use EZ-Pass, officials are reminding motorists.
Family Service Association issues November report on regional needs
January 2, 2021
WILKES-BARRE — Tom Foley, Director of PA 211 NE at Family Service Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania, this week said the November results reflect the seasonality of the needs of callers.
Dallas ZIP code remains Luzerne County COVID-19 hot spot after Christmas
January 1, 2021
For the week following Christmas, the Dallas ZIP code of 18612 remained the local COVID-19 hot spot, according to state data.
Resolutions abound as a new year begins
January 1, 2021
WILKES-BARRE — As we say good bye — make that good riddance — to 2020 and, hopefully, the COVID-19 pandemic, we look forward to 2021 and the resolutions local officials are making.
Dick Thornburgh, ex-governor and US attorney general, dies
December 31, 2020
Dick Thornburgh, who as Pennsylvania governor won plaudits for his cool handling of the 1979 Three Mile Island crisis and as U.S. attorney general restored credibility to a Justice Department hurt by the Iran-Contra scandal, has died. He was 88.
Luzerne County’s virus-limited schedule ends Sunday, manager says
December 31, 2020
Luzerne County Manager C. David Pedri won’t extend a COVID-19 limited service schedule that expires Sunday, although he urges residents to continue taking advantage of online or mail access options if possible.
‘Happy to be able to do business again’
December 30, 2020
WILKES-BARRE — With Gov. Tom Wolf’s temporary restrictions on bars, restaurants, gyms, and other establishments set to expire as planned on Monday, John Senunas is among business owners hoping to breathe a bit easier heading into the new year.
Coronavirus may delay Luzerne County event for vulnerable residents
December 30, 2020
Concerned about a predicted post-holiday coronavirus surge, the Luzerne County Cares Commission will likely postpone a major event it planned in January for those struggling with homelessness and substance use disorder.
Pennsylvania American Water offers tips for avoiding frozen pipes
December 29, 2020
WILKES-BARRE — Pennsylvania American Water Vice President of Operations Andrew Clarkson this week said sub-freezing temperatures for an extended period can cause pipes in vulnerable areas to freeze, burst and result in costly damage.