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PSP: Confession, probe reveal man killed dad, burned corpse

November 12, 2019

SUGARLOAF — William Lauderbach Morse IV reported his father missing last year. For 16 months, investigators who doubted the story kept probing and questioning what actually happened to William L. Morse III. Now, state police […]

A tipping point? Misericordia professor sees potential on eve of impeachment hearings

November 12, 2019

The public presidential impeachment hearings set to begin Wednesday are a chance for Democrats to craft a clear and convincing narrative of abuse of power, Misericordia history professor Brian Carso said Tuesday. Their success or […]

Luzerne County tax break vote delayed until new council members take office

November 12, 2019

Luzerne County Council won’t vote on a proposed real estate tax break for a new Pennsylvania State Police Northeast Regional Headquarters in Hanover Township this year because the solicitor’s office determined the matter should not […]

Wilkes University holds annual Veterans Day ceremony

November 12, 2019

WILKES-BARRE — Keeping with its rich tradition of supporting the military and veterans, Wilkes University students, faculty and staff commemorated Veteran’s Day across campus this week with a variety of events. On Tuesday, the Wilkes […]

Wyoming Area clubs salute veterans with program

November 12, 2019

EXETER — A day of remembrance, a day of celebration, a day of honor. The students and faculty of the Wyoming Area Secondary Center know just how momentous an occasion Veterans Day is, and they […]

Social media site encouraging public participation in proposed sale of Wilkes-Barre sewer system

November 12, 2019

WILKES-BARRE — The proposed sale of the city’s sewer system has been getting a lot of attention lately, and Tony Thomas wants to keep the discussion going. Last week Thomas urged city council to take […]

Morehart named to seat on Plymouth Borough Council

November 12, 2019

PLYMOUTH — Democrat Adam Morehart was selected to fill the last remaining vacant seat on the Plymouth Borough Council at the panel’s monthly meeting on Tuesday evening. “I am beyond happy, proud and completely ready […]