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Times Leader Photographer Aimee Dilger’s favorite photos of 2018.

Jack Krushnowski 4, daydreams while awaiting the arrival of Princesses Anna and Elsa at the John Heinz Rehab center on Thursday morning. The children in the Pediatrics Rehab had the chance to meet the two, hear a story and color, each child left with a goodie bag. Aimee Dilger | Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL011218Princess1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgJack Krushnowski 4, daydreams while awaiting the arrival of Princesses Anna and Elsa at the John Heinz Rehab center on Thursday morning. The children in the Pediatrics Rehab had the chance to meet the two, hear a story and color, each child left with a goodie bag. Aimee Dilger | Times Leader

Max Laurore, 8, sits at the head table with the image of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the NAACP breakfast held Monday morning at Genetti’s in Wilkes-Barre. 1/15/18 Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL011618MLKNAACP1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgMax Laurore, 8, sits at the head table with the image of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the NAACP breakfast held Monday morning at Genetti’s in Wilkes-Barre. 1/15/18 Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Attendees are reflected in a Spider Martin photograph while looking at the work of Jim Gavenus at the opening of Selma to Montgomery at the LCCC gallery on Friday night.
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL012018selma2-1.jpg.optimal.jpgAttendees are reflected in a Spider Martin photograph while looking at the work of Jim Gavenus at the opening of Selma to Montgomery at the LCCC gallery on Friday night.

A man watches as the water rises in the Mill Creek flood protection project in Avoca along York Ave on Tuesday morning. 1/23/2018 Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL012418Flood1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgA man watches as the water rises in the Mill Creek flood protection project in Avoca along York Ave on Tuesday morning. 1/23/2018 Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

1/28/18 Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
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Tyler and Zachary Smith of West Wyoming helped their grandfather clear his walkways at his Carey Ave home in Wilkes-Barre. The twins celebrated their 8th birthday with the snowday. Tyler is two minutes older than his brother. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL020818Snow1AD-1.jpg.optimal.jpgTyler and Zachary Smith of West Wyoming helped their grandfather clear his walkways at his Carey Ave home in Wilkes-Barre. The twins celebrated their 8th birthday with the snowday. Tyler is two minutes older than his brother. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Tiffanie Moska giggles as make up artists and hairstylists from Union and Main in Wilkes-Barre primp and style her for the "Night to Shine" Prom held at Genetti’s on Friday night. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL021018Prom1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgTiffanie Moska giggles as make up artists and hairstylists from Union and Main in Wilkes-Barre primp and style her for the "Night to Shine" Prom held at Genetti’s on Friday night. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Angel Jonson 16, takes a break from his workout boxing. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL021118Boxing2ad-1.jpg.optimal.jpgAngel Jonson 16, takes a break from his workout boxing. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Sara Koonrad packs up from a morning of fishing on the Susquehanna River in Hanover Township, ice that has lined the river for a few weeks is finally melting and after today’s warm weather we should see a reduction in the giant blocks of ice. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL021618feature1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgSara Koonrad packs up from a morning of fishing on the Susquehanna River in Hanover Township, ice that has lined the river for a few weeks is finally melting and after today’s warm weather we should see a reduction in the giant blocks of ice. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

A man walks between buildings on Frazer Lane behind the new Vault restaurant during the heavy snow Wednesday afternoon. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL030818Snow1-1.jpg.optimal.jpg A man walks between buildings on Frazer Lane behind the new Vault restaurant during the heavy snow Wednesday afternoon. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Wyoming Area students hold hands during a walk-out on Wednesday. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL031618walkout3-1.jpg.optimal.jpgWyoming Area students hold hands during a walk-out on Wednesday. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Linemen apprentices climb poles in the training yard at Local 1319 IBEW in Kingston on Division street on Sunday morning. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL041718Linemen1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgLinemen apprentices climb poles in the training yard at Local 1319 IBEW in Kingston on Division street on Sunday morning. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Judge of Elections Veronica Palmer at Holy Trinity Church in Kingston assists a voter while Tom Alexander votes in Tuesdays Primary election. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL051618vote1a-1.jpg.optimal.jpgJudge of Elections Veronica Palmer at Holy Trinity Church in Kingston assists a voter while Tom Alexander votes in Tuesdays Primary election. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Homeowner Alma McLaughlin talks with Classical Painting owner Tim Conrad from the second floor window of her 1926 Walnut street home in Kingston while David Romeo removes old paint. The home once owned by Judge McLean of Kingston is getting a fresh coat of paint. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL051718Feature1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgHomeowner Alma McLaughlin talks with Classical Painting owner Tim Conrad from the second floor window of her 1926 Walnut street home in Kingston while David Romeo removes old paint. The home once owned by Judge McLean of Kingston is getting a fresh coat of paint. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

A veteran is reflected in the back of a hearse as he peers in to the casket of Seaman Edward Slapikas. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL060918slapikas1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgA veteran is reflected in the back of a hearse as he peers in to the casket of Seaman Edward Slapikas. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Members of the navy fold the flag of Navy Seaman Edward Slapikas who died at Pearl Harbor 77 years ago. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL061018slapikas8-1.jpg.optimal.jpgMembers of the navy fold the flag of Navy Seaman Edward Slapikas who died at Pearl Harbor 77 years ago. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

John Leinaweaver wrestles a steer in the Benton Rodeo Thursday night. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL072118Rodeo1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgJohn Leinaweaver wrestles a steer in the Benton Rodeo Thursday night. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

The Kobusky family picked any of the vegetables ready to harvest on Wednesday afternoon to try and save them from the flooding. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL072618Farmers4-1.jpg.optimal.jpgThe Kobusky family picked any of the vegetables ready to harvest on Wednesday afternoon to try and save them from the flooding. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Under a shady pavillion Savannah Keogh 4 months-old soaks in the last days of summer at the park on Harvey’s Lake Wednesday afternoon. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL083018Hot-Feature1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgUnder a shady pavillion Savannah Keogh 4 months-old soaks in the last days of summer at the park on Harvey’s Lake Wednesday afternoon. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Christopher Farris holds his2 year-old son Christopher while they go through a fish aquarium tunnel in the new Electric City Aquarium and Reptile Den in the Steamtown Mall on Thursday morning for the soft opening. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL092118Aquarium1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgChristopher Farris holds his2 year-old son Christopher while they go through a fish aquarium tunnel in the new Electric City Aquarium and Reptile Den in the Steamtown Mall on Thursday morning for the soft opening. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Supporters of U.S. Sen. Bob Casey D celebrate his win over Lou Barletta on Nov. 6, 2018 at the Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton, PA. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL110718CASEY1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgSupporters of U.S. Sen. Bob Casey D celebrate his win over Lou Barletta on Nov. 6, 2018 at the Scranton Cultural Center, Scranton, PA. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

The shadow of Cadet Alec Leese is seen while he plays Taps at the Wilkes Veterans program Thursday Nov. 8, 2018. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL110918WilkesVets4-1.jpg.optimal.jpgThe shadow of Cadet Alec Leese is seen while he plays Taps at the Wilkes Veterans program Thursday Nov. 8, 2018. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

A postman stops for lunch at Bobby o’s diner in Dupont. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL112418Lunch1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgA postman stops for lunch at Bobby o’s diner in Dupont. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

Kathie Riley(center) learns she is the United Way donor that will receive a 2 year lease on a Toyota from Motorworld as her work mates cheer for her. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL122118CAR1-2.jpg.optimal.jpgKathie Riley(center) learns she is the United Way donor that will receive a 2 year lease on a Toyota from Motorworld as her work mates cheer for her. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader

The Tecuanes and men with large hats begin the Feast Day of Guadalupe procession. Aimee Diger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL131218guadalupe2-2.jpg.optimal.jpgThe Tecuanes and men with large hats begin the Feast Day of Guadalupe procession. Aimee Diger|Times Leader

Firefighters attempt to extinguish a very smokey early morning fire in Plains on Farrel street Friday. Aimee DIlger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_TTL102018Plains-Fire1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgFirefighters attempt to extinguish a very smokey early morning fire in Plains on Farrel street Friday. Aimee DIlger|Times Leader

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A crew from Mayo’s Striping lined the arade route with a green stripe while dressed as leprachauns during Monday afternoon’s evening commute. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader
https://www.timesleader.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/web1_PSD030418Striping1-1.jpg.optimal.jpgA crew from Mayo’s Striping lined the arade route with a green stripe while dressed as leprachauns during Monday afternoon’s evening commute. Aimee Dilger|Times Leader