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The lake at Wild Acres in Dingmans Ferry, PA shines with an orange reflection from the sun July 16. Photo provided.
The lake at Wild Acres in Dingmans Ferry, PA shines with an orange reflection from the sun July 16. Photo provided.

Towards the end of last week, smoke from the Canadian wildfires made its way down to Pike County and surrounding areas. Here are some photos taken by readers around the region.

Wildfire smoke over Pike County

21 Jul 2026 | 05:28
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Pike County’s 1st Annual National Night Out will feature touch-a-truck opportunities for guests.
Pike County’s 1st Annual National Night Out will feature touch-a-truck opportunities for guests. ( Pixabay photo.)

Pike County invites community to National Night Out

21 Jul 2026 | 08:37

The Pike County District Attorney’s Office, Dickson House Children’s Advocacy Center and Victims Intervention...

Entertainment
“Annie” receives a rave reception at the Milford Theater.
“Annie” receives a rave reception at the Milford Theater. ( Photo by Marilyn Rosenthal)

‘Annie’ gets an A+ at the Milford Theater

21 Jul 2026 | 05:23

July 18 and 19 was opening weekend for the heartfelt musical “Annie,” and the show got an A+ all around....

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Peep this garden and a dozen others July 26

Peep this garden and a dozen others July 26

13 Jul 2026 | 02:29

A green bean teepee, a cattle panel trellis lined with flowering vines, a potato tower and the smell...

Entertainment
Singer-songwriter Billy Spanton delivers classic rock covers featuring The Eagles, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, and more at Back Road Brewing on July 26.
Singer-songwriter Billy Spanton delivers classic rock covers featuring The Eagles, Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, and more at Back Road Brewing on July 26. ( Photo provided.)

Music for the Week: Outdoor concerts, musicals and more.

20 Jul 2026 | 11:06

Saturday, July 25

At 1 p.m. at the Pedranti Pavilion, 201 Broad Street, Music on the Lawn kicks off with...

Local News
Grant money from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program to support initiatives throughout the 139th district.
Grant money from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program to support initiatives throughout the 139th district. ( Pixabay photo.)

Pike and Wayne counties to receive nearly $8M in funding for improvement projects

17 Jul 2026 | 02:34

Rep. Jeff Olsommer announced that $7.8 million has been allocated to four improvement projects within...

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Pike County asks community to share items for time capsule to be opened on America’s 300th anniversary.
Pike County asks community to share items for time capsule to be opened on America’s 300th anniversary. ( Big Stock photo.)

Pike County celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with ‘Gift of the Future’ time capsule project

17 Jul 2026 | 03:11

Pike County is inviting residents, families, schools, churches, businesses, nonprofits, civic organizations,...

Street view of Hotel Fauchère, a boutique hotel founded in 1852.
Street view of Hotel Fauchère, a boutique hotel founded in 1852. ( Photo provided.)

Hotel Fauchère nominated for USA TODAY Reader’s Choice Award

Hotel Fauchère, the historic boutique hotel on Milford’s Broad Street, has been nominated for USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’...

Local News
17 Jul 2026 | 10:17
How local districts vary in size and spending

How local districts vary in size and spending

Scroll to See How Other Districts Stack Up

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Cost Per PupilGeneral Education Expenditures Per Pupil...

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16 Jul 2026 | 03:09
Residents addressed concerns about healthcare costs, access at the Affordable Healthcare NEPA meeting on July 14.
Residents addressed concerns about healthcare costs, access at the Affordable Healthcare NEPA meeting on July 14. ( Pixabay photo.)

Advocacy group hosts town hall to address healthcare in Northeastern PA

On Tuesday, July 14, the Affordable Healthcare for NEPA coalition hosted a virtual town hall to discuss concerns about rising...

Local News
15 Jul 2026 | 10:18
The Pike County Historical Society is offering an educational summer program at the Schocopee schoolhouse.
The Pike County Historical Society is offering an educational summer program at the Schocopee schoolhouse. ( Photo provided.)

School is in session at the Little Red Schoolhouse

The Pike County Historical Society is offering a fun and educational summer program for children ages eight and up at the...

Local News
14 Jul 2026 | 04:07
From left to right: Sian Ricketts, Allison Monroe, and Tracy Cowatt perform music from the 13th and 14th centuries.
From left to right: Sian Ricketts, Allison Monroe, and Tracy Cowatt perform music from the 13th and 14th centuries. ( Photo by Marilyn Rosenthal)

A musical journey along the Camino of medieval France, Spain, and Portugal

By Marilyn Rosenthal

On June 27, Kindred Spirits transformed the outdoor pavilion at Grey Towers into a 13th century Camino...

Entertainment
15 Jul 2026 | 03:16
Delaware Township EMS to host blood drive on Aug. 1

Delaware Township EMS to host blood drive on Aug. 1

Delaware Township EMS invites the community to donate blood at the Delaware Township Volunteer Ambulance Corps station in...

Police & Fire
14 Jul 2026 | 03:43
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