Holy Cross parish group hosting bingo fundraiser

The Ladies of Mary Society of Exaltation of the Holy Cross Parish, Hanover Township, will host a cash bingo event on Sunday, Oct. 4, at the Warrior Run Fire Hall, 316 Academy Street, Warrior Run.

AROUND TOWN: Coming together in remembrance and celebration

Sitting in the audience of the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the Luzerne County Courthouse on Friday, I found myself tearing up.

Fall Film Festival brings 21 films to Dietrich Theater

The Fall Film Festival at the Dietrich Theater will bring independent, foreign and art films to the big screen in downtown Tunkhannock from Sept. 18 through Oct. 8, with 21 films in 21 days.

Volunteers prepare ethnic delicacies for Lebanese Food Festival

“No vampires are gonna bother us!” Terry Simonovich of Dallas said with a laugh.

New book completes Plymouth cemetery series

A newly published book on St. Stephen’s Church and Cemetery, written by researcher Donna Bogdon, completes a three-book series documenting Catholic cemeteries in Plymouth.

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Drink like an Egyptian: Black Earth Magical Cafe is area’s first alcohol-free bar

OLD FORGE — With a King Tut coffin and hieroglyphic mural designs, Black Earth Magical Cafe is like being inside a pharaoh’s home — or final resting place. Paintings on the wall depict dogs as pharaohs, just some of the Egyptian-themed restaurant and sanctuary’s decorations.

Drink like an Egyptian: Black Earth Magical Cafe is area’s first alcohol-free bar

OLD FORGE — With a King Tut coffin and hieroglyphic mural designs, Black Earth Magical Cafe is like being inside a pharaoh’s home — or final resting place. Paintings on the wall depict dogs as pharaohs, just some of the Egyptian-themed restaurant and sanctuary’s decorations.

Wayne County Farmers Market opens May 24, celebrates 50 Years this summer

HONESDALE — The Wayne County Farmers Market kicks off its 50th anniversary season on Saturday, May 24, marking half a century of connecting local growers, bakers, and artisans with the community.

Dave’s Hot Chicken opens first NEPA location

DICKSON CITY — For spice lovers and chicken lovers alike, there’s a new HOT spot opening in Dickson City. The vibrant air of the casual dining restaurant smelled like pickles and good times — or good brine I should say!

Abbiocco has new owner, same great taste and vision

CLARKS SUMMIT — Rose Brutico Fazio has owned Abbiocco for almost nine years and now ownership is shifting to Andrea Araujo, but don’t worry — the food, values and atmosphere of the restaurant will continue on.

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NEPA Live Music List: May 22 to May 25

Although it may not look like barbecue weather for this long holiday weekend, it's always live music weather! There's plenty of outstanding live entertainment across our local towns to play you through this Memorial Day Weekend.

Hardcore for Husvar advocates for suicide prevention and honors a local legend

SCRANTON — Hardcore for Husvar is a benefit concert taking place at St. Mary’s Center over Memorial Day Weekend to honor the life of NEPA-native Neil Husvar as well as raise funds for Suicide Prevention.

Teenage Dirtbags are forever! Wheatus heads to Sherman Theater

STROUDSBURG — The Sherman Theater announced that Wheatus, the band behind the iconic global hit “Teenage Dirtbag,” will take the stage on Friday, May 23, with special guest MC Lars and Good Stuff.

Mayday Parade celebrates 20th anniversary at Sherman Theater this spring

STROUDSBURG - Emo and pop-punk icons Mayday Parade hit the road in 2025 to celebrate their incredible two-decade career with the “Three Cheers for 20 Years” Tour, stopping at the Sherman Theater on Friday, May 24.

Joywave’s spring tour headed for Sherman Theater

STROUDSBURG — Rochester-based indie trio, Joywave brings their “Here To Perform… Spring 2025 Tour” to the Sherman Theater on May 22, 2025.

The Vindys to join Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo at F.M. Kirby Center

WILKES-BARRE – The Vindys are set open for Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo at their F.M. Kirby Center show on Tuesday, May 20, at 7:30 p.m.

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