Sunday, May 31, 2026

Luzerne County primary election set for certification Tuesday

Luzerne County’s Election Board scheduled a special meeting at 9 a.m. Tuesday to certify the May 19 primary election results.

First phase of the Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge project underway

Luzerne County’s administration is progressing in the first phase of the Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge project, according to a Friday release.

Public input continues on Luzerne County’s proposed anti-discrimination ordinance

Public input on Luzerne County’s proposed anti-discrimination ordinance continued this week, and more feedback is expected.

Luzerne County sheriff deputy compensation boosted in new agreement

The starting salary for Luzerne County sheriff deputies is increasing to $42,000 under a new union agreement the County Council unanimously approved Tuesday.

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Pittston Area shakes off 4-run deficit to top Dallas for D2-5A baseball title

SCRANTON — The positive aspect of the four-run deficit was that it gave ample time to recover.

Dallas’ Pitcavage wins silver in javelin to lead WVC contingent at PIAA meet

SHIPPENSBURG — Dallas javelin thrower Hunter Pitcavage earned an individual silver medal, Lake-Lehman’s middle distance runners combined for relay success and Wyoming Valley West’s Unified Champion Schools athletes secured bronze medals as a team Saturday as the PIAA Track and Field Championships wrapped up two rainy days of competition at Shippensburg University.

WA’s Orlandini commits to Waynesburg

Kierstyn Orlandini has committed to continuing her academic and athletic careers as a runner for Waynesburg University. The Wyoming Area senior intends to be part of the cross country and track and field teams. From left, first row: Sarah Orlandini, Roger Orlandini, Kierstyn Orlandini, Melody Orlandini, and Ryan Orlandini. Second row: Jon Pollard, Wyoming Area superintendent; Kristen Lombardo, coach; Mike Branley, cross country coach; and Joe Pizano, track coach and athletic director.

WA’s Lanunziata commits to Misericordia

Wyoming Area football player Tyler Lanunziata has committed to continue his academic and athletic careers at Misericordia University. The two-way tackle made three tackles for losses as a senior while helping the Warriors to a 9-2 season. From left, first row: Denise Lanunziata, mother; Tyler Lanunziata; and Paul Lanunziata, father. Second row: Warriors head coach Randy Spencer; Dr. Jon Pollard, superintendent; and Joe Pizano, athletic director.

PIAA TRACK AND FIELD: Kopetchny, Sancho compete in two events

SHIPPENSBURG — Wyoming Area junior Luke Kopetchny and sophomore Janesa Sancho each completed their seasons by competing in two events in the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Track and Field Championships at Shippensburg University.

NEXT LEVEL: Stoss running at Bucknell

Hannah Stoss has been part of three Bucknell University teams as a freshman runner.

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