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Historic Hiawatha Carriage from the Pike County Historical Society.
Historic Hiawatha Carriage from the Pike County Historical Society. ( Photo provided.)

Pike County celebrates America at 250

Despite the heatwave, more than 50 groups proudly came out to participate in Pike County’s Semiquincentennial Parade on July...

Local News
10 Jul 2026 | 09:30
Kyle Jenks and Elissa Paulissen will bring James and Dolley Madison to life at the Delaware Township Municipal Building on July 19.
Kyle Jenks and Elissa Paulissen will bring James and Dolley Madison to life at the Delaware Township Municipal Building on July 19. ( Photo provided.)

Historical interpreters to bring James and Dolley Madison to life

Historical interpreters, Kyle Jenks and Elissa Paulissen, will bring James and Dolley Madison to life during a special presentation...

Local News
10 Jul 2026 | 12:09
Northwell Health continues to build presence in Pike County

Northwell Health continues to build presence in Pike County

Northwell Health, the largest healthcare system in New York, which also serves Connecticut and New Jersey, continues to grow...

Local News
09 Jul 2026 | 12:24
The Broome Street Marching band, with Shary Kranch on the white sousaphone performs at Veterans Park.
The Broome Street Marching band, with Shary Kranch on the white sousaphone performs at Veterans Park. ( Photo by Marilyn Rosenthal)

For the love of music: The Broome Street Bands

Patriots from Port Jervis and beyond gathered in Veterans Park on June 29 to listen to the Broome Street Bands play. They...

Entertainment
08 Jul 2026 | 08:23
A veteran marches in the 2015 Milford Memorial Day parade.
A veteran marches in the 2015 Milford Memorial Day parade. ( Photo by George Leroy Hunter.)

Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre to host healthcare outreach event on July 14

The Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre will host a Freedom 250 Healthcare Outreach Event, on Tuesday,...

Local News
07 Jul 2026 | 04:39
PennDOT and the PA Department of Education are accepting grant applications for programs that help young people pursue careers in the heavy highway industry.
PennDOT and the PA Department of Education are accepting grant applications for programs that help young people pursue careers in the heavy highway industry. ( Pexels photo.)

State launches grant program to encourage youth to pursue careers in the heavy highway industry

The Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation and Education is now accepting applications for a new competitive grant program...

Local News
07 Jul 2026 | 04:24
Pictured left to right are Teresa O’Leary, Secretary, John Messer-Outgoing Interim President, Candace Mahala, President, Collen Rettinger, Vice President, Darian Rivera, Vice President, Bill Kerstetter, Treasurer and Mary Olsen, Vice President.
Pictured left to right are Teresa O’Leary, Secretary, John Messer-Outgoing Interim President, Candace Mahala, President, Collen Rettinger, Vice President, Darian Rivera, Vice President, Bill Kerstetter, Treasurer and Mary Olsen, Vice President. ( Photo provided.)

Community. Milford Matamoras Rotary Club installs 2026-2027 officers

On Wednesday, June 24, The Milford Matamoras Rotary Club installed its 2026-2027 officers during a special evening hosted...

Local News
07 Jul 2026 | 01:39
Annie (played by Maelyn ‘Mae’ McCormick) with her stage dog Sandy (Played by local Goldendoodle Bernie)
Annie (played by Maelyn ‘Mae’ McCormick) with her stage dog Sandy (Played by local Goldendoodle Bernie) ( Photo by Chiara Marone.)

Leapin’ lizards! ‘Annie’ is coming to the Milford Theater

“Annie,” the award- winning classic musical begins its run at the Milford Theater on July 18.

The story follows a spunky adorable...

Entertainment
07 Jul 2026 | 10:39
Pike Democrats have signed a lease on a former bookstore, a two-story frame house at 214 East Harford Street.
Pike Democrats have signed a lease on a former bookstore, a two-story frame house at 214 East Harford Street. ( Photo provided.)

Pike County Democrats moves into former bookstore

Pike Democrats have signed a lease on a former bookstore, a two-story frame house at 214 East Harford Street that will serve...

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 04:18
Gary Drapek and Deb Kolsovsky to lead United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike’s fundraising efforts.
Gary Drapek and Deb Kolsovsky to lead United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike’s fundraising efforts. ( Photo provided.)

United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike names 2026 campaign co-chairs

The United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike is pleased to announce that retired United Way President and CEO Gary Drapek and...

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 01:49
Emmy Gagnon<b> </b>played midfield and attack as a sophomore for the Delaware Valley University (Doylestown, Pa.) women’s lacrosse team this spring season.
Emmy Gagnon played midfield and attack as a sophomore for the Delaware Valley University (Doylestown, Pa.) women’s lacrosse team this spring season. ( Photo credit: athletics.delval.edu)

Former Delaware Valley High School athletes compete at college level

Several Delaware Valley High School graduates competed with dedication in college sports this recently concluded outdoor...

Sports
07 Jul 2026 | 11:46
Alani Nus and Red Bulls for sale at a youth soccer tournament where 9-year-olds were competing. Photo: Becca Tucker
Alani Nus and Red Bulls for sale at a youth soccer tournament where 9-year-olds were competing. Photo: Becca Tucker

Schools on ‘high alert’ as energy drinks trigger health scares

They’re landing kids in the nurse’s office and the emergency room, but super-caffeinated energy drinks are easily accessible...

Evergreen
09 Jul 2026 | 10:31
On Wednesday, June 24, the Delaware Township Board of Supervisors invited two representatives from FirstEnergy to speak to a local audience about the planned Shawnee-Walker 69kV transmission line project.
On Wednesday, June 24, the Delaware Township Board of Supervisors invited two representatives from FirstEnergy to speak to a local audience about the planned Shawnee-Walker 69kV transmission line project. ( Photo by Nick Rivera)

Delaware Township Board of Supervisors holds open forum on proposed transmission line project

On Wednesday, June 24, the Delaware Township Board of Supervisors invited two representatives from FirstEnergy to speak to...

Local News
01 Jul 2026 | 05:05
The Friends of the PCPL will hold their third quarterly meeting for 2026 on Monday, July 13 at 10:30 a.m., at the Community Room, Milford Branch.
The Friends of the PCPL will hold their third quarterly meeting for 2026 on Monday, July 13 at 10:30 a.m., at the Community Room, Milford Branch. ( Pixabay photo.)

Friends of The Pike County Public Library to hold third quarterly meeting on July 13

The Friends of the PCPL will hold their third quarterly meeting for 2026 on Monday, July 13 at 10:30 a.m., at the Community...

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 02:03
PennDot’s Route 739 Roadway Improvement Project plans will be available online beginning in August.
PennDot’s Route 739 Roadway Improvement Project plans will be available online beginning in August. ( Pixabay photo.)

PennDot to address Route 739 deficiencies

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) plans to address Route 739’s roadway deficiencies and improve access...

Local News
01 Jul 2026 | 07:28
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