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Luzerne County Councilwoman explains proposed resolution regarding deadly force by federal immigration enforcement officers
January 31, 2026
Denise Williams is asking her Luzerne County Council colleagues to collectively voice a concern about the use of deadly force by federal immigration enforcement officers.
Union expresses cautious optimism about Wilkes-Barre General Hospital sale approval
January 29, 2026
The union representing more than 250 Wilkes-Barre General Hospital nurses and certified registered nurse anesthetists expressed cautious optimism Thursday in a statement about Tenor Health Foundation’s success in obtaining state approval to purchase the hospital.
Luzerne County won’t need temporary loan in 2026
January 28, 2026
For the second year, Luzerne County won’t be borrowing funds to help pay bills until real estate tax revenue comes in, county Budget/Finance Division Head Mary Roselle announced during this week’s work session.
Tenor Health Foundation Inc. receives state approval for Wilkes-Barre General Hospital acquisition
January 28, 2026
Tenor Health Foundation has received the required Pennsylvania Department of Health approval to acquire Wilkes-Barre General Hospital and two Lackawanna County hospitals, Tenor Chief Executive Officer and founder Radha Savitala said in a statement Wednesday.
Luzerne County Council rejects election ordinance, fills many board seats
January 27, 2026
In a 9-2 vote Tuesday, Luzerne County Council rejected a proposed election protection ordinance.
Luzerne County manager sends County Council briefing on new division request
January 26, 2026
As requested, Luzerne County Manager Romilda Crocamo sent County Council further explanation on why she is seeking the creation of a new economic development division.
Luzerne County election director provides 2026 election updates
January 25, 2026
Luzerne County Democrats running for local party committee seats in the May 19 primary election can start picking up nomination petition packets on Feb. 2, county Election Director Emily Cook said during last week’s county Election Board meeting.
Election ordinance, board appointments on Tuesday’s Luzerne County Council agenda
January 24, 2026
Luzerne County Council is scheduled to vote Tuesday on a proposed election protection ordinance that did not appear to have majority support when it was introduced two weeks ago.
Manager: Luzerne County government prepared for storm
January 23, 2026
Luzerne County officials finalized response plans for the approaching snowstorm, County Manager Romilda Crocamo said Friday.
Hazleton mayor says Luzerne County can house mail ballot drop box in city hall
January 23, 2026
Hazleton Mayor Jeff Cusat said Thursday, Luzerne County is welcome to place the southern county mail ballot drop box in city hall.