Two newborn babies died at LVH-Hazleton after on-call pediatricians were late, and the hospital put patients in "immediate jeopardy," a Pennsylvania Department of Health inspection found. Read moreLVH-Hazleton put newborn babies in danger, state inspection finds; 2 infants died after on-call pediatricians were late 💬
Here are a few servicemen from Northeast Pennsylvania who shared their D-Day experiences with local media over the years before their deaths. Read moreStories of Northeast Pennsylvania men who took part in D-Day 💬
MAHANOY CITY — Walt McCall has seen a fire truck or two in his day. Read moreShenandoah fire museum impresses collectors from US, Canada 💬
HAZLE TWP. — They are scholars. Read moreCeremony honors Hazleton Area's distinguished graduates 💬
It was just another day of work, until it wasn't. Read moreCapitol riot police officers revisit bloodshed, blast Trump, in Biden campaign stump in Scranton 💬
Hazleton Area's Graduation was postponed from Wednesday evening until no earlier than Thursday at 6 p.m. in front of Hazleton Area High School. Read moreHazleton Area graduation postponed until Thursday 💬
State Sen. Dave Argall, R-29, Rush Twp., and Rep. Dane Watro, R-116, Kline Twp., recently joined Mahanoy City Borough officials for a walking … Read moreState grant to breathe new life into Mahanoy City’s Main Street 💬
HAZLETON — Arleen Hiraldo parked her vehicle in front of her mother's house with permission, but it was towed. Read morePA Human Relations Commission hears from Hazleton residents 💬
The Hazleton Art League's 13th annual Art Youth Expo (AYE13) for artists 13 to 30 opens Friday at the Hayden Family Center for the Arts. Read moreHazleton Art League hosting 13th annual art youth expo 💬
Drivers can expect a detour on Tank Road in Black Creek Twp. village of Tank around June 24 when contractors start a four-year project to repl… Read moreTank road detour for I-80 bridge rebuild could begin June 24 💬
According to the World Health Organization, about half of the world’s adult population has had a headache at least once in the past year. Prol… 💬
How does "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" measure up to its acclaimed predecessor? Rebecca Kivak and Joe Baress review the long-awaited prequel to "M… 💬
We’ve all heard it before: You should exercise to trim your waistline. Exercise to speed up your metabolism. Exercise to ... well, a lot of ph… 💬
At this time of year it's not an uncommon scene: Little League baseball players wheeze as they cross home plate and try to catch their breath.… 💬
Gardening has seen significant growth these past handful of years. There are people who strictly garden with outdoor plants and there are othe… 💬
Is "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" a strong extension of the great trilogy of the 2010s? Rebecca Kivak and Joe Baress review the latest fi… 💬
Most would agree that this spring has been a little cloudy, rainy and cool in Northeast Pennsylvania. But warm, sunny days are soon to come. 💬
Does "The Fall Guy" deliver an explosive start to the summer movie season? Joe Baress and Rebecca Kivak review the new action blockbuster star… 💬
One of the greatest frustrations in modern medicine occurs when a safe, tried and proven treatment exists to prevent deadly disease, but it is… 💬
Fresh off the weekend's NFL Draft, Penn Stated hosts Donnie Collins and Sam Fremin took some time this week to discuss the landing spots for e… 💬
Pet overpopulation became problematic in the 1930s, and by the 1970s over 20 million pets were being euthanized every year. 💬
Wearing a blood-stained tutu, what does "Abigail" contribute to the vampire film genre? Joe Baress and Rebecca Kivak review the new horror flick. 💬
The graduation ceremony Thursday at 6 p.m. in front of Hazleton Area High School will proceed as scheduled, Superintendent Brian Uplinger said… 💬
Scientists have traced the ancestry of the modern horse to a lineage that emerged 4,200 years ago and quickly became dominant across Eurasia. … 💬
Longtime Trump ally Steve Bannon says he'll fight a judge's ruling that he must report to prison by July 1 to serve his four-month sentence fo… 💬
Here are a few servicemen from Northeast Pennsylvania who shared their D-Day experiences with local media over the years before their deaths. 💬
Two state agencies will reach out to Hispanic residents of Greater Hazleton this month, starting Wednesday and Thursday with meetings of Penns… 💬
HAZLETON — Arleen Hiraldo parked her vehicle in front of her mother's house with permission, but it was towed. 💬
SHENANDOAH — Borough council members officially launched their “war on trash” Tuesday, cleaning up a heavily littered area of town they said h… 💬
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Social media users shared a range of false claims this week. Here are the facts: Former President Donald Trump will be able to vote in the 202… 💬
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PINE GROVE — Grayson Weikel gave Faith Christian Academy all the offense it needed against MMI Prep with a bloop RBI single in the top of the … Read morePIAA BASEBALL: Unbeaten Faith Christian ends Preppers' run 💬
Wet grounds at DeSales University's Weiland Park forced the postponement of Thursday's PIAA baseball doubleheader to Friday at the same Center… Read moreCougars-Neshaminy game postponed 💬
MOOSIC — When he looked behind the scenes at PNC Field, away from the emerald green grass and spacious open concourse that has welcomed fans t… Read moreMajor renovation announced for PNC Field 💬
FOSTER TWP. — If MMI's baseball team had any nerves before its PIAA Class A first-round game, the Preppers certainly didn't show any Monday. Read morePIAA BASEBALL: Preppers breeze into Class A quarterfinals 💬
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Editor: One of the fondest memories I have of childhood is toasting marshmallows over a coal furnace fire with my grandfather. 💬
Editor: On Flag Day, June 14, we commemorate the adoption of the American flag. Old Glory has served as a symbol of our nation’s freedom and as a source of pride for our citizens. In patriotic parades and musical salutes, we support our local military and recognize the significance of the St… 💬
Editor: The murder of Laken Riley is now a political tool in the effort to create fear and scapegoating. Illegal immigrants are the victims, and the American people are the targets. 💬
Editor: As Father’s Day soon approaches, I feel compelled to speak for my beloved father, Ronald H. Baker, who submitted many articles to your paper. If he were still alive, he would have responded to what happened on May 30. 💬
