Hearing continued in case of hit-and-run crash that killed Conyngham native in Philadelphia
The preliminary hearing for a man accused of hitting and killing a Conyngham man on his motorcycle in Phladelphia has been continued to Oct. 8.
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Luzerne County election board voting on Hazleton home-rule referendum, 4 other referendums
Luzerne County's election board plans to vote Wednesday on whether to place five voter referendums on the Nov. 3 ballot, including one asking Hazleton voters to adopt a home-rule charter.
Gov. Josh Shapiro expected to sign executive order restricting data center development in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. — Gov. Josh Shapiro is expected to dramatically restrict data center development in Pennsylvania via a sweeping executive order Tuesday, marking a major shift from his initial embrace of th...
West Hazleton to decide whether to adopt plan with 2 other municipalities
Borough council members in West Hazleton will decide if they’re better off facing the future alone or with Hazleton and Hazle Twp.
No human West Nile cases yet in NEPA
No human cases of West Nile virus have been reported in Northeast Pennsylvania in 2026 after Lackawanna County recorded one of just five virus deaths statewide in 2025.
Luzerne County court notes: Divorces 8/11/26
• William Joseph Doran, Dupont, v. Martha I. Doran, Dupont; married Nov. 9, 2001, in Luzerne County; attorney.
Monday Update: Officials schedule interviews with airport director candidates
Officials this week to interview five remaining candidates in monthslong process of finding next executive director of Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport.
Low-interest disaster loans available to area small businesses, nonprofits
Local small businesses and nonprofits impacted by severe storms July 4 may apply for low-interest federal disaster loans to offset economic losses
Hazleton Council to vote on agreement with HCA
Hazleton City Council will vote Tuesday on a resolution that would ratify an agreement with the Hazleton City Authority (HCA) to pay the City $3.4 million a year over the next 10 years.
Voters in three townships to decide whether to add supervisors
Sugarloaf, Dallas and Jenkins townships could expand governing bodies to five members
New traffic signals coming to Wright Twp.
A grant from the state Department of Transportation is expected to help alleviate backups and delays at traffic signals along Route 309 in Wright Twp.
Food inspectors find cockroaches, rodent droppings, unlicensed restaurant
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture requires that all eating and drinking establishments be inspected at least once a year.
Sun shines on St. Ann’s Novena in West Scranton
The 102nd Solemn Novena to St. Ann began Friday and will continue through Sunday, the feast day of the namesake saint, at St. Ann’s Monastery Shrine and Basilica in West Scranton.
A look at labor endorsements in the Bresnahan/Cognetti midterm matchup
The contenders in the key 8th Congressional District race both claim a hefty share of endorsements from labor unions.
Hold the card: Eateries embrace cash-only policy
Even in an age when cashless transactions are the norm, some businesses find the high cost of credit card fees to be too much to bear — and their customers don't seem to mind.
Skill games deadline looms with no resolution in Harrisburg
Supreme Court gave General Assembly 120 days to regulate unlicensed gambling devices
Rummage Sale to be held at Holy Rosary Church
Holy Rosary Church members will hold a rummage sale from Sunday, Aug. 16, to Tuesday, Aug. 18, at the church, 240 S. Poplar St., Hazleton. The sale will run 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16; 9 a.m. to 3 p....
Most Precious Blood Church to host Madonna del Monte Festival
The Madonna del Monte Festival, one of the traditions established in 1900 at Most Precious Blood Church, Seybert and Fourth streets, Hazleton, will be celebrated at the parish on Aug. 7, 8 and 9. The parish...
Unplugged: Castle auditorium goes silent after group leaves with sound system
HAZLE TWP. — When Michael Bolton rehearsed before a concert at the Wiltsie Center Auditorium in Hazleton Elementary/Middle School, Bob Mehalick grew tense.
President Trump’s plan would weaken Head Start nationwide, local program director says
President Donald Trump reportedly plans to slash federal requirements for Head Start services ranging from medical screenings to math and literacy standards, a move that would hurt families and weaken the pr...
Busy Bee Bakery and Cafe carries on Dymond’s Farm recipes
Amanda Greenberg previously worked for the Dymonds and opened Busy Bee Bakery & Cafe in Dallas in May.
Hospice’s bad reputation amid fraud crisis will hurt patients, industry experts warn
Allegations of fraud have tainted the industry’s reputation, prompting concerns.
Wellness event kicks off back-to-school season in Tamaqua
Star Community Health hosted a back-to-school wellness event in Tamaqua on Thursday. The event featured sports physicals, dental and health screenings, and free school supplies.
Dress for Success Luzerne County opens up new location on the Public Square
A premier professional guidance center in Luzerne County that connects women with workforce attire is getting its own new look by moving into a new location.