Bill O'Boyle

<p>Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger this week announced a $5 million investment in 11 major sporting events across the Commonwealth through DCED’s Sports Marketing and Tourism Program.</p>

<p>WILKES-BARRE — I will never forget my first in-person encounter with Santa Claus.</p>

<p>WILKES-BARRE — John Cosgrove, CEO of AllOne Foundation & Charities, on Monday said AllOne Give Day is an opportunity for the community to support the dedicated organizations working tirelessly to provide vital human services in the region.</p>

<p>HAZLETON — Rep. Dane Watro (D, D-116) and Sen. Dave Argall (R, D-29) on Tuesday announced that nine public and nonpublic school entities that serve students in the 116th Legislative District have been awarded state grants to address school safety and student mental health.</p>

<p>WILKES-BARRE — Luzerne County Transportation Authority Executive Director B ob Fiume on Thursday said help is needed for the annual “Stuff the Bus for Toys for Tots event this Saturday.</p>

<p>WILKES-BARRE — Last week, Pennsylvania Turnpike construction crews capped off a busy 2024 season that reinvested more than $286 million into maintenance and modernization improvements.</p>

<p>Chipotle Mexican Grill has opened at 588 Market St., Kingston.</p>

<p>WILKES-BARRE — The Foster Grandparent Program Luzerne/Wyoming Counties, part of Telespond Senior Services Inc., held Volunteer Recognition Luncheon from noon to 3 p.m. Thursday, at The Woodlands Inn and Resort.</p>

<p>At Wyoming Area’s June 17 work session, School Board Vice President Pete Butera said he was planning to introduce a motion at the Tuesday regular session to amend the finance report to include an item to form a committee that would explore the possibility of Wyoming Area merging with a neighboring school district.</p>

<p>WILKES-BARRE — Vice President JD Vance will visit Don’s Machine Shop, 777 Ash St., West Pittston, on Wednesday, according to sources who asked not to be identified.</p>