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Hawley, Pa. ‘Walk by Faith’ training available on April 10

Penn State Extension updates educational program to encourage healthy living

19 Mar 2026 | 03:01
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Penn State Extension has released an updated version of the “Walk by Faith” train-the-trainer educational program, offered in partnership with the Penn State Cancer Institute. Organizations interested in implementing the “Walk by Faith” curriculum can purchase the program binder and can sign up for a...

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Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed advocates meet with Congressional members

Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed advocates meet with Congressional members

19 Mar 2026 | 01:07

On March 17, nearly 40 members of the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed met with their Congressional...

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Christa Caceres Reads the Resolution to Designate March as Colon Cancer Awarenes Month in Pike County.
Christa Caceres Reads the Resolution to Designate March as Colon Cancer Awarenes Month in Pike County. ( Photo by Nick Rivera.)

Pike County Board of Commissioners promotes Colon Cancer awareness

18 Mar 2026 | 03:50

The Pike County Board of Commissioners met on March 18 to discuss its agenda and address a few upcoming...

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Pike County groups receive funding to enhance security measures.
Pike County groups receive funding to enhance security measures. ( Pixabay photo.)

Several faith-based Pike County groups receive funding for security

18 Mar 2026 | 08:16

Five organizations located in Pike County received grant money from the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime...

Sports
Members of the inaugural varsity girls lacrosse program at Wallenpaupack Area High School
Members of the inaugural varsity girls lacrosse program at Wallenpaupack Area High School ( Photo provided.)

Wallenpaupack Area High School launches girls lacrosse program

18 Mar 2026 | 07:45

Wallenpaupack Area High School has a new sports opportunity, varsity girls lacrosse. The 2026 season...

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Members of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration visit ESU to announce special education training grants.
Members of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration visit ESU to announce special education training grants. ( Photo provided.)

ESU among recipients of commonwealth grants for special education teacher training

17 Mar 2026 | 04:32

The commonwealth of Pennsylvania has awarded nearly $1 million in grants to 11 higher education institutions,...

Police & Fire
John Dalessio
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Pike County man charged for sexual extortion

17 Mar 2026 | 01:47

Pike County District Attorney announced charges against a Pike County man for sexual extortion. Detectives...

Backwoods Funk bring their old-fashioned jam to Jam Room Brewing Company on March 27
Backwoods Funk bring their old-fashioned jam to Jam Room Brewing Company on March 27 ( Photo provided.)

Music for the Week: Emish, Johnny D, Backwoods Funk and more

Saturday, March 21

Still celebrating St. Patrick’s Day? Enjoy the Catherine Street St. Paddy’s Block Party (319 Brad St.,...

Entertainment
16 Mar 2026 | 03:46
Delaware Valley High School girls wrestling at the PIAA District 2 Championships.
Delaware Valley High School girls wrestling at the PIAA District 2 Championships. ( Photo provided.)

Delaware Valley High School girls wrestling caps impressive season

The sheer toughness and tremendous work ethic demonstrated by the members of the Delaware Valley High School girls wrestling...

Sports
16 Mar 2026 | 12:00
James Leiser, volunteer; Jason Montana, grand prize winner; and Pike County Sheriff Brian M. Vennie encourage kids to enter this year’s Fishing Derby.
James Leiser, volunteer; Jason Montana, grand prize winner; and Pike County Sheriff Brian M. Vennie encourage kids to enter this year’s Fishing Derby. ( Photo provided.)

Registration is open for the Commissioners’ Fishing Derby

Pike County children 15 and under will have the opportunity to catch a variety of trout and compete for prizes at the 28th...

Local News
16 Mar 2026 | 03:30
New York State Police had a recruiting tent at the 2025 New Jersey State Fair-Sussex County Farm and Horse Show. Photo: Maebel Van Ek Photography
New York State Police had a recruiting tent at the 2025 New Jersey State Fair-Sussex County Farm and Horse Show. Photo: Maebel Van Ek Photography

New standards make it easier to join police, military, corrections

In recent years and especially since COVID, recruiting for uniformed services is down across the country. As a result, a...

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17 Mar 2026 | 04:02
Members of business community gather at the Pocono Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Luncheon.
Members of business community gather at the Pocono Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Luncheon. ( Photo by Michael Straub.)

Pocono Chamber of Commerce holds annual Legislative Luncheon

The Pocono Chamber of Commerce, a partner of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, hosted its Legislative Luncheon...

Business
13 Mar 2026 | 12:44
Municipal officials from across Pike County attended a lunch and learn hosted by the Pike County Conservation District on Friday, March 6.
Municipal officials from across Pike County attended a lunch and learn hosted by the Pike County Conservation District on Friday, March 6. ( Photo provided.)

Municipal leaders attend informational on road and agriculture conservation programs

Municipal officials from across Pike County attended a lunch and learn hosted by the Pike County Conservation District (PCCD)...

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12 Mar 2026 | 01:55
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