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Steve has been a reporter with the Times Leader for the past 10 years. Most of that time has been spent covering news and politics in the Hazleton area. He has lived in the Hazleton area most of his life, has a degree in music education and, before becoming a journalist, taught music and managed a restaurant.
Latest Articles by Steve Mocarsky
November 15, 2009
Death of convicted-killer inmate probed
The death Saturday of a prisoner, who was serving a life sentence at the state Correctional Institution at Dallas for the high-profile murder of a Pittsburgh high school student, remains under investigation.
November 15, 2009
Mine-site work draws concern
A state-certified geologist working for an environmental group is concerned that the state Department of Environmental Protection is not following its own policy for monitoring groundwater at a controversial mine reclamation site in Hazleton.
November 15, 2009
Helping 1 step at a time
WILKES-BARRE – Nicole Pimental stood on Public Square on Sunday, unafraid to announce that she was once homeless.
November 12, 2009
Old electronics find vital new role
HANOVER TWP. – Electronics recycling is helping the Salvation Army to help others.
November 12, 2009
County housing prepares to fight mold
As more people become aware of health problems associated with mold, officials with the Luzerne County Housing Authority have received more complaints about it.
November 11, 2009
County to take over Pringle zoning
PRINGLE – Borough residents will end up paying a little less for zoning board hearing fees next year, but they’ll be paying a lot more for zoning permits, as will developers, contractors and business owners.
November 11, 2009
A new name for area’s old favorite
WILKES-BARRE TWP. – As of Jan. 20, Wachovia Arena will have a new name – Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza.
November 10, 2009
House bill would ban cell use while driving
HARRISBURG – The House Transportation Committee on Tuesday unanimously approved a bill that would ban drivers from text messaging.
November 8, 2009
A show of support
A warm fall day helped boost attendance at Wyoming Valley Veterans Day Parade on Sunday, resulting in a greater show of support for the area’s servicemen and women, past and present.
November 8, 2009
Center a hit with seniors
FREELAND – Five years ago, a fire destroyed the heart of the borough’s elder community – the Freeland Senior Citizens Center.
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