LocalRoute 309 reopens after commercial fire forces evening closure in Wilkes-Barre TownshipCrews from four departments battled the blaze for nearly three hours. No injuries were reported; the cause is under investigation.Dana Kowalski · Oct 19, 202612:41
LocalNor’easter could bring 2 inches of rain and 40 mph gusts TuesdayFlood watch possible for the Susquehanna’s smaller tributaries. Here is the timing.Staff Report · Oct 19, 2026
LocalKingston council approves downtown parking plan after two-hour public hearingMetered spots will return to Wyoming Avenue in spring, with a free 30-minute option aimed at small businesses.Dana Kowalski · Oct 18, 2026
CrimeJury convicts Plymouth man in 2024 hit-and-run that injured a crossing guardSentencing is scheduled for January. The defense said it plans to appeal.Marcus Reyes · Oct 18, 2026
EntertainmentMohegan Arena announces winter concert lineup, including two sold-out toursTickets for the new dates go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.Staff Report · Oct 18, 2026
BusinessThree new restaurants planned for Public Square storefronts by summerA dumpling house, a breakfast spot and a wine bar have signed leases in the former bank building.Jen Albright · Oct 18, 2026
HealthFree flu and COVID shot clinics planned at five Luzerne County locationsNo appointment needed. Here are the dates, times and what to bring.Staff Report · Oct 18, 2026
SportsWVC boys basketball preview: Five teams that can win it all this winterReturning starters, new coaches and the schedule dates to circle.Tom Brennan · Oct 18, 2026
LocalAnnual charity bike ride raises a record $84,000 for local food pantriesMore than 600 riders took part, the largest field in the event’s 11-year history.Staff Report · Oct 17, 2026
Science & TechFiber, cable or 5G? What home internet actually costs in Northeastern PennsylvaniaWe compared advertised speeds and prices for the providers serving Luzerne and Lackawanna counties.Thomas Dickson · Oct 17, 2026
OpinionEditorial: Every county board should stream and archive its meetingsThe technology costs almost nothing. The public’s right to watch its government is worth a lot.Editorial Board · Oct 17, 2026
VideoVideo: Farmers market closes its season with record crowds on the SquareVendors talk about the best year since the market moved downtown.Field Team · Oct 16, 20264:37
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