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Comedian Ron White returning to F.M Kirby Center Jan. 9

October 14, 2019

WILKES-BARRE — Comedian Ron White will return to Wilkes Barre on Jan. 9, at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. Referred to as Ron “Tater Salad” White, who first rose to fame as […]

Barber Ford finds success in growing commercial truck line

October 13, 2019

EXETER — For nearly a century, Barber Ford of Exeter has been a fixture of the Pittston-area business community. Closing in on the 100-year mark, the dealership is making a new name for itself as […]

Luzerne County may consider delaying voting system decision

October 13, 2019

A decision on Luzerne County’s new voting system may be delayed until late November. Citizen Mark Rabo asked Luzerne County Council last week to consider waiting until after the Nov. general election to see how […]

Hunter Biden to step down from Chinese board

October 13, 2019

NEW YORK — Facing intense scrutiny from President Donald Trump and his Republican allies, Hunter Biden said Sunday he will step down from the board of directors of a Chinese-backed private equity firm at the […]

North Branch Land Trust hosts annual Taste the Local Harvest event

October 13, 2019

DALLAS – Close to 200 guests were able to learn just how much food, wine and more is created right here in Northeastern Pennsylvania Sunday evening inside the Huntsville Golf Club clubhouse during the 8th […]

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Luzerne County detective Daniel J. Beky dies

October 13, 2019

WILKES-BARRE — Daniel J. Beky, a former Luzerne County detective and Kingston police chief, died Sunday afternoon at his residence following a recent illness. The following statement was issued from the Luzerne County District Attorney’s […]

US pulling out of northern Syria

October 13, 2019

WASHINGTON — The United States appears to be heading toward a full military withdrawal from Syria amid growing chaos , cries of betrayal and signs that Turkey’s invasion could fuel a broader war. Defense Secretary […]