Wilkes-Barre City Police Department Receives Donation From MotorWorld Toyota

The donation will be used towards the Wilkes-Barre Police Department community policing initiative.

Wilkes-Barre City To Pickup Christmas Trees Curbside, Beginning January 11th

The City of Wilkes-Barre will begin to pick up residents’ Christmas trees during curbside collection beginning on Monday, January 11.

City Of Wilkes-Barre New Year's Day Collection Schedule

Residents are reminded that City Hall will be closed and there will be no DPW services on New Year’s Day, which is Friday, January 1

Wilkes-Barre City Prepares For Potential High Water Event

Due to a potential high water event beginning Thursday, December 24th, the City of Wilkes-Barre will be taking necessary precautions.

Christmas Day Collection Schedule

Residents are reminded that City Hall will be closed and there will be no DPW services on Christmas Day.

Wilkes-Barre City Takes Delivery Of New Ambulance

The City of Wilkes-Barre will be taking delivery of a 2019 Ford Braun liberty ambulance and Stryker Power load system later this week. 

Marywood University To Hold Transfer Program Opportunities

Marywood University will hold a Transfer Tuesday program for college students or former college students.

Marywood University Raul Santana Nunez Named Director Of Military And Veteran Services

Raul Santana Nunez, Hazleton, Pa., was recently named the director of Military and Veteran Services at Marywood University.

Wilkes-Barre Solomon Creek Restoration Project Completed

Mayor George C. Brown hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of the Phase 2 reconstruction of the Solomon Creek Wall.

Wright Center's Ruth Neely, CRNP, Honored By National Health Organization

“Your expert medical care mixed with profound compassion have been critical to the lives of people living with HIV."

Applications Now Being Accepted For 2021 The Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Program

An information session will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, January 6th at 6:30 p.m.

ACP Names Linda Thomas-Hemak, M.D. As Recipient Of The Dr. Ann Preston Women In Medicine Award By The Pennsylvania Eastern Region Chapter

Recognized globally as the world’s largest medical-specialty society, the ACP bestowed the honor upon Dr. Thomas-Hemak.

Marywood University’s Board Of Trustees Establishes Endowed Scholarship For Sister Mary Persico’s 5

Since professing her vows in 1970, Sister Mary has been, and continues to be, a servant leader.

Wilkes-Barre City Mayor Brown Announces New Safety Protocols To Combat Increasing COVID-19 Positive Cases In City

Mayor George C. Brown announced new safety protocols put in place to combat the increase in COVID-19 positive cases within the city.

Wilkes-Barre Thanksgiving Holiday Collection Schedule

In Observance of Thanksgiving, Wilkes-Barre City Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 26.

Delays In Wilkes-Barre City Curbside Pickup Possible

Wilkes-Barre Mayor George C. Brown today cautioned residents that delays in curbside garbage and recycling pickup are possible.

Danville: Geisinger Serves Meals At Drive-Through Veterans Appreciation Dinners

Geisinger serves meals at drive-through Veterans Appreciation dinners to thank local veterans for their service to our country.

Danville: Going Gold 2020 Raises Awareness And $6,500 For ThinkBIG® Pediatric Cancer Fund

Going Gold Committee members absent from photo:

Marywood University Announces Athletics Council For Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion

The council aims to meet the university-wide goals of providing a safe environment that is free from bias, harassment, and discrimination.

Danville: Geisinger Earns 2020 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired Recognition

It recognizes that technology at Geisinger is an integrated part of how the health system serves and cares for patients and customers.

Marywood University Student Is Selected To Join Cooper-DuBois Fellows Cohort

Krystine Jiménez was selected to join the next cohort of Cooper-DuBois Fellows at the Pennsylvania State University.

Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce: Geisinger Researchers Find Participants Responded To Personalized Risk Assessment and Program Choice

“Many people with risk factors for developing type 2 diabetes are unaware of their risk and of the steps they can take to reduce it."

Wilkes-Barre City Announces Changes To Yard Waste & Leaf Collection; Thanksgiving Holiday Collection Schedule

Wilkes-Barre Mayor George C. Brown announced the end of curbside yard waste pickup for this year.

Wilkes-Barre City Mayor Brown Announces Plans To Safely Celebrate Holiday Season

Changes were made to the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and a condensed parade to minimize the risk of exposure to COVID-19.

King’s College Athletic Training Program Moves From A Bachelor Of Science In Athletic Training To A Master

This change is a significant one for the Athletic Training program, which has been accredited since 2001.

Commonwealth Health Promotes Helpline To Assist Medicare Beneficiaries In Health Plan Selection

The free helpline connects callers with licensed agents who can assist in comparing Medicare plans.

Johnson College In Conjunction With Don’s Machine Shop Are Now Enrolling Students In CNC Machining Training

This 510 hour class for beginner-level students includes theory and hands-on learning experiences.

5th Anniversary Of Children's Center Of Susquehanna & Wyoming Counties (CAC)

The CAC is excited to be celebrating five years of service and the opportunity it affords to inform the community of these services.

Wilkes-Barre City Hall Closed And DPW Services Postponed In Observance Of Veterans Day On November 11th

In observance of Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11th, City Hall will be closed and there will be no DPW services.

Wilkes-Barre City Cancels Downtown Trick Or Treat Event

The Downtown Wilkes-Barre Trick or Treat event and NEPR AACA Car Cruise has been cancelled.

South Franklin Street To Temporarily Become Two-Way Street On Wednesday, October 28th​​​​​​​

South Franklin Street will become a two-way street from Northampton Street to the Citizens Bank Building on Wednesday, October 28th.

Wilkes-Barre: Urolift® Center Of Excellence

Dr. Michael Rittenberg, a urologist with Commonwealth Health Physician Network, receives Center of Excellence Designation.

King’s College Announces Plans For Annual Rev. James Lackenmier, C.S.C., Award For Achievement & Leadership

Originally scheduled for October 21 in New York City, the current environment precludes the College from proceeding with this year’s program

Columbus Day Collection Schedule In Wilkes-Barre

In observance of Columbus Day on Monday, October 12, 2020, City Hall will be closed and there will be no DPW services.

Meuser Signs Discharge Petition To Extend Small Business Relief Program

Congressman Dan Meuser (PA-09) made the following statement after signing a discharge petition.

Wilkes-Barre Family YMCA Supports Single-Parent Families Through The Gary A. Michak Memorial Scholar

This year the event took place on Aug. 29 , both virtually and physically while social distancing.

Luzerne County Chambers Of Commerce, Economic Development Partners Launch Project EVOLVE

Project EVOLVE utilizes a systematic approach to identify COVID-generated challenges within the top ten industries in Northeast PA.

King’s College Announces Future Retirement Of President Rev. John J. Ryan

The King’s College Board of Directors has announced that its president, Rev. John J. Ryan, C.S.C., Ph.D., will retire June 30, 2021.

Wilkes-Barre Health Department To Host Drive Through Flu Clinics

One of the most important things we could all do this year is get a flu shot.

Tourism Grants For Ticketed Venues, Fairs And Festivals

New grants through the state and federal CARES funding are now available for ticketed venues, fairs and festivals in Luzerne County.