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Anti-Trump demonstrators crowd streets, parks and plazas across the US; Organizers say millions came
PHILADELPHIA — Masses of demonstrators packed into streets, parks and plazas across the U.S. on Saturday to protest President Donald Trump, marching through downtowns and small towns, blaring anti-authoritarian chants mixed with support for protecting democracy and immigrant rights.
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More than 500 volunteers to participate in SERVE Wilkes-Barre/Scranton initiative June 27-28
WILKES-BARRE — More than 500 volunteers are expected to participate in SERVE Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, a two-day initiative that will perform 52 different community projects throughout the region, according to the Rev. Tim Walker, lead pastor at Restored Church, Wilkes-Barre.
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Earth Conservancy secures $6.7M grant for land reclamation and park development
HANOVER TWP. — A former strip mine once used for debris disposal from Hurricane Agnes in 1972 will be transformed into a vibrant community park, thanks to a $6.7 million grant from the PA Department of Environmental Protection, Terry Ostrowski, president/CEO at Earth Conservancy, announced Wednesday.
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Jeremy Clyde brings a sample of the British Invasion to Plymouth
PLYMOUTH — At the height of the British Invasion of the mid-1960s, Chad & Jeremy were the first of the invaders to appear on the West Coast — even before John, Paul, George and Ringo, The Beatles.
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Rep. Meuser applauds Trump’s Executive Order to reinvigorate clean coal
WILKES-BARRE — U.S. Rep. Dan Meuser on Wednesday said President Donald Trump is delivering real results for American workers, families and businesses.
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Captain Boyle ‘promoted’ to grand marshal for city’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
WILKES-BARRE — Wilkes-Barre City Police Captain Mike Boyle received a one day promotion of sorts on Friday — he was named grand marshal for the city’s 45th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
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Penn State considers closing campuses
After weeks of speculation, Penn State announced it will consider closing some of its campuses — including Wilkes-Barre, Hazleton and Scranton — following the 2026-2027 school year.
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Nurses at Geisinger Wyoming Valley begin five-day strike
PLAINS TWP. — Amid freezing temperatures and high winds, hundreds of unionized registered nurses at Geisinger Wyoming Valley began a historic five-day walkout at 7 a.m. Monday to protest what they claim are unfair labor practices.
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Gov. Shapiro seeks more money for schools and transit, but relies heavily on surplus cash
HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will seek more money for underfunded public schools and public transit in his budget proposal unveiled Tuesday, while he hopes to win support for legalizing marijuana and introducing taxes on skill games viewed as competitors to casinos and lottery contests.
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Hegseth confirmed as Trump’s defense secretary, despite turmoil over his conduct
WASHINGTON — The Senate confirmed Pete Hegseth as the nation’s defense secretary late Friday in a dramatic tie-breaking vote, swatting back questions about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon amid allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behavior toward women.