I was voter #2 today at the 5th Ward in Wilkes-Barre. I was in the door just as soon as it was permissible and back out by 7:08 AM. The ease of use alone makes one wonder why more people don't bother to do their civic duty. I always arrive when the bel... »
Jints news…Eli Manning will host Saturday Night Live on May 5, making him only the third NFL quarterback to ever do so after Tom Brady and big brother Peyton Manning.After receiving a vulgarity-laced comment not suitable for publication, yes, let’s go ... »
120th HD State Representative Phyllis Mundy is hosting a rally for 17th CD candidate Matt Cartwright on Thursday in West Wyoming. Phyllis is bucking the trend of the local county committees and other office holders that have endorsed Tim Holden. She ha... »
From the Wilkes-Barre Citizens' Voice:Wilkes-Barre Mayor Tom Leighton released the following statement today:"My thoughts and prayers are with Tyler Winstead's family today. This is a tragic incident and as a father of three children myself I cannot be... »
I have to admit to having corruption fatigue. I still read the stories in the local press but haven't posted about the 3o+ people charged and convicted in the ongoing probe lately. Maybe I'm succumbing to the cynicism of many people I know that have be... »
Luzerne Dems Back Holden, VinskoNo surprise that Bill Vinsko got the nod over Gene Stilp in their contest to take on Freshman Republican Lou Barletta in the 11th CD. Vinsko is the Assistant City Attorney for Wilkes-Barre and has many friends in the cou... »
Breaking news out of Wilkes-Barre: From this day forward, the Wilkes-Barre Zoning Board shall only rule against the wishes of white property owners.They have been warned.Yawn.Tell me if this makes any sense.The former commissioners of Luzerne County in... »
WILKES-BARRE - Luzerne County Council members interviewed 13 applicants interesting in serving on the board of trustees that oversees Luzerne County Community College. The interviews at Monday's work session lasted about three hours, and the subjects d... »
