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Pedri: No, county not headed back to yellow phase
July 10, 2020
Luzerne County is not set to move back to the more restrictive coronavirus yellow phase, county Manager C. David Pedri said Thursday.
Supporters of Biden and Trump line the street for ex-VP’s Dunmore stop
July 10, 2020
DUNMORE — About 60 people stood on Line Street waiting for former Vice President Joe Biden to leave McGregor Industries.
Rockin’ the County kicks off Friday in WB
July 9, 2020
WILKES-BARRE — On Friday, live music returns to downtown atop a flatbed truck (parade-style) with the kickoff of the Rockin’ the County 2020 traveling concerts.
Pit bull mix enjoys life despite losing leg
July 9, 2020
If you happen to spot Uma cruising around Harveys Lake in her dad’s boat, or riding around town in her mom’s convertible Volkswagen bug, you’ll probably notice she’s a friendly dog — with quite a wardrobe.
Biden, Pence to campaign in Pa. tomorrow
July 8, 2020
WILKES-BARRE — Former Vice President Joe Biden and current VP Mike Pence will bring their campaigns to Pennsylvania on Thursday.
Mohegan Sun Pocono casino bans indoor smoking
July 8, 2020
PLAINS TWP. — As of 6 a.m. on July 4, Mohegan Sun Pocono became a 100% non-smoking facility in order to comply with the State of Pennsylvania’s mask mandate.
Suit against Scranton Diocese alleges abuse, cover-up by repeat-offender priest
July 7, 2020
WILKES-BARRE — A Berks County man filed a lawsuit against the Diocese of Scranton on Tuesday, claiming the diocese conspired to cover up evidence of abuse in order to protect the alleged abuser.
Legislation reintroduced to reform statewide judicial elections
July 7, 2020
WILKES-BARRE — Sen. Ryan Aument Monday circulated a co-sponsorship memo announcing his intent to re-introduce legislation that would guarantee that the diversity of Pennsylvania and the uniqueness of its various regions would be more accurately reflected in the election of appellate judges.
Grotto Pizza reopens Wilkes-Barre dining room; Harveys Lake to follow
July 6, 2020
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP — After shutting down two locations in Luzerne County late last month due to positive COVID-19 tests among employees, Grotto Pizza announced on Monday that the dining room of its Wilkes-Barre Township location has reopened.
New video series promotes safe activities in NEPA
July 4, 2020
WILKES-BARRE — While the current COVID-19 pandemic may be keeping people apart, DiscoverNEPA, Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau and Visit Luzerne County have come together to showcase the fun that can safely be enjoyed right here in Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties.