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Gov. Rendell makes nominations for county judge / sheriff posts
Gov. Ed Rendell has announced his nominations to fill two vacant seats on the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas and the Sheriff's department.
Stocks climb on hopes for Greece debt assistance
NEW YORK (AP) — The Dow Jones industrial average climbed back above 10,000 on hope that the European Union will help Greece manage its growing debt burden.
History repeats
WHITEHALL – Over the last four years, the words repeat and d�j� vu have been used frequently when describing Hazleton Area accolades.
Active aging
Senior centers are hopping with activities that help older citizens stay physically and mentally healthy. Unfortunately, many people do not know what the centers have to offer.
Time to amplify town-gown pact
DON’T EXPECT downtown Wilkes-Barre to turn quiet as a lullaby after dark, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
Haiti raises earthquake's death toll to 230,000
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Haiti's government has raised the death toll for the Jan. 12 earthquake to 230,000 from 212,000 and says more bodies remain uncounted.
Body of missing Air Force major found in Haiti
Weather Alert: Winter storm warning, eight to 14 inches of snow
A winter storm warning has been issued for Northeastern Pennsylvania for eight to 14 inches of snow beginning Tuesday night into Thursday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Binghamton, N.Y.
Back Mountain man announces run for Congress
KINGSTON – On a campaign kickoff tour announcing his candidacy as a Republican in the 10th congressional district race, Dave Madeira made a stop in Luzerne County Tuesday to introduce himself to voters and ask them for their support.
Sen. Bob Mellow announces he will not seek re-election
HARRISBURG -- Sen. Robert J. Mellow, D-Peckville, the state Senate’s longest-serving member and its highest-ranking Democrat, announced today that he will not seek re-election.
Man charged with assaulting officer, resisting arrest
WILKES-BARRE - A man accused of assaulting a city police officer and resisting arrest will face charges in Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas.
- Ambulance protocol changes backed
- State school boards assn. reps trying to ease teachers’ pension pain
- New senior moment
- Cops: Man hurt W-B officer
- Decision tabled on letting newsstand sell beer
- Anticipating a winter storm, shoppers hit the stores
- NEPA schools may get $23M more
- County wants probe of notary’s actions
- Cost to repair sewer lines concerns Laflin officials
- Duryea police to enforce code regs
- Conservative spokesman, public policy expert to talk
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Nation & World
NY Senate votes to expel convicted lawmaker
The New York Senate voted Tuesday night to expel a senator convicted of a misdemeanor charge of assaulting his girlfriend, a resolution the lawmaker assailed as an injustice to ...
Sports
History repeats
WHITEHALL – Over the last four years, the words repeat and d�j� vu have been used frequently when describing Hazleton Area accolades.
Opinion Columnists
- Rules of fight club: Don’t talk, don’t post MARK GUYDISH OPINION
- Steals & Deals: Savings kick off with super specials - ANDREW M. SEDER
- Government is just one economic force Ron Bartizek Business LOCAL
- Commission’s responsibilities a balancing act Kevin Blaum In the Arena
- Americans show spirit time and again Richard L. Connor Opinion
- VW GTI a pocket rocket with huge appeal - Scott Wasser WHEELS
- Recent fire reminder of what’s at stake EDWARD LEWIS OPINION
Politics
Rendell proposes lower sales tax but on more items
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - Gov. Ed Rendell on Tuesday presented lawmakers with a $29 billion spending plan that would devote more money to schools, prisons and health care for the poor ...
Business
Stocks climb on hopes for Greece debt assistance
NEW YORK (AP) — The Dow Jones industrial average climbed back above 10,000 on hope that the European Union will help Greece manage its growing debt burden.
Features
‘Modern’ a freshman hit
LOS ANGELES — A young man arrived at Ty Burrell’s hotel room to stock the minibar and immediately recognized the co-star of the ABC comedy “Modern Family.”
Entertainment
Rapper Lil Wayne to be sentenced in NYC gun case
NEW YORK (AP) — Lil Wayne, one of music's biggest sellers and rap's hottest stars, will appear in court Tuesday for sentencing for a gun possession charge.
Community
Mercy Center Auxiliary members host Christmas party for residents
A Christmas party for residents of Mercy Center in Dallas was hosted by the Mercy Center Auxiliary. Refreshments, entertainment by Dedra & Al Deno, and gifts from Santa and Mrs. Cl ...
Feature Stories
Man shoots himself in leg outside Fla. gun store
A man accidentally shot himself in the leg shortly after leaving a Jupiter gun store. Police said the unidentified man went to Chuck's Guns and Ammo Monday afternoon, looking fo ...
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