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Luzerne Times area weekly mass times

By Luzerne Times | Mar 23, 2024

The following parishes in the Luzerne Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Census Bureau: 79.9% of people in Luzerne County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Luzerne Times | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 324,825 citizens living in Luzerne County in 2021, 79.9% were old enough to vote, equating to 259,497 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Luzerne County in week ending Mar. 16

By Luzerne Times | Mar 22, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Watro to Host PENNVEST Informational Event April 11

By Luzerne Times | Mar 21, 2024

Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill) has extended an invitation to municipal officials interested in learning about PENNVEST. The informational event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, April 11 at the McAdoo Fire Company in Schuylkill County. The purpose of the event is to discuss the PENNVEST program, which provides funding for sewer, stormwater, and drinking water projects across Pennsylvania. A PENNVEST project specialist will lead the session, focusing on the financing process.Municipal officials keen on understanding PENNVEST and its implications are...

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Cabell to Host Shredding/Cleanup Event April 6

By Luzerne Times | Mar 21, 2024

Mar. 21, 2024DALLAS – Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) has announced an upcoming shredding/cleanup event to assist residents with the disposal of personal paperwork and other items. The event will take place at the Luzerne County Fairgrounds in Dallas on Saturday, April 6, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cabell expressed his satisfaction in being able to offer these services to residents free of charge, stating, "My staff and I are pleased we can provide these services to residents at no cost."Cabell highlighted the growing popularity of such events, stating, "Events like this have...

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Senate Passes Baker’s Bill Extending Megan’s Law Requirements to Human Traffickers for Enhanced Community Safety

By Luzerne Times | Mar 20, 2024

The Senate passed legislation that would extend Megan’s Law requirements to human traffickers, according to Sen Lisa Baker (R-20).Senate Bill 1111, sponsored by Baker, would make necessary changes to Megan’s Law to ensure that individuals who are convicted of certain human trafficking offenses are subject to the same reporting and evaluation requirements as any other sexual offender.“As a continued effort to safeguard our communities, we are amending Megan’s Law to require that individuals convicted of heinous human trafficking offenses are held to the same stringent...

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Watro’s ‘National Medal of Honor Day’ Resolution Advances

By Luzerne Times | Mar 20, 2024

Mar. 20, 2024 HARRISBURG – A resolution recognizing March 25, 2024, as “National Medal of Honor Day” in Pennsylvania, sponsored by Rep. Dane Watro (R-Luzerne/Schuylkill), today was unanimously approved by the House Veterans Affairs and Emergency Preparedness Committee. House Resolution 347 will next be considered by the full House of Representatives.During the committee meeting, Watro, an Army veteran, expressed the significance of the resolution, stating, "Over 3,500 individuals have received the Medal of Honor since its establishment on March 25, 1863, of which 63 are...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Luzerne County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Luzerne Times | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Judiciary Committee Advances Bills to Protect Essential Infrastructure and Minors in Casinos

By Luzerne Times | Mar 19, 2024

HARRISBURG – The Senate Judiciary Committee advanced two bills today focused on protecting essential infrastructure and unaccompanied minors in casinos, according to the committee’s chair, Sen Lisa Baker (R-20).Senate Bill 819, as highlighted by Senator Lisa Baker, aims to increase the fines and penalties for individuals who vandalize or trespass upon any part of a critical infrastructure facility. Senator Baker emphasized the importance of protecting crucial services, stating, "Increasingly, we encounter threats to our utility infrastructure from international actors......

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Baker’s Athletic Training Bills Passed by Senate

By Luzerne Times | Mar 18, 2024

HARRISBURG – Two bills modernizing the capabilities of athletic trainers in Pennsylvania were passed by the Senate today, according to the sponsor, Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20).Senate Bill 559 and Senate Bill 560 would give athletic trainers the ability to deliver a wider scope of health care services to more individuals. "The existing definition is outdated and overly restrictive. These bills aim to modernize the definitions to accurately represent the current education, training and certification of athletic trainers, while prioritizing patient safety," said Sen. Lisa Baker....

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Luzerne County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Luzerne Times | Mar 18, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Area School Districts to Receive More Than $2 Million in Safety Grants

By Luzerne Times | Mar 18, 2024

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Kaufer (R-Luzerne), Sen. Lisa Baker (R-Luzerne, Pike, Susquehanna, Wayne and Wyoming) and Sen. Marty Flynn (R-Lackawanna and Luzerne) have announced that significant grants will be allocated to three school districts in Pennsylvania for enhancing safety measures and promoting a positive educational experience.The Wyoming Area, Wyoming Valley West, and Greater Nanticoke Area school districts are set to receive substantial grants totaling over $2 million. Rep. Kaufer expressed, "No child should go to school fearing for their safety," emphasizing the...

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Baker: Senate Judiciary Committee Advances Bills Prioritizing Community Safety

By Luzerne Times | Mar 18, 2024

HARRISBURG – Today, the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced two bills aimed at prioritizing community safety, according to committee chair Sen. Lisa Baker (R-20). Senate Bill 1111 sponsored by Baker, would make technical changes to Megan’s Law to ensure that individuals who are convicted of certain human trafficking offenses are subject to the same reporting and evaluation requirements as any other sexual offender. "The General Assembly made significant strides in efforts to combat human trafficking by the passage of Act 144 of 2022, which added certain human trafficking...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Luzerne County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Mar. 16

By Luzerne Times | Mar 17, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Luzerne Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By Luzerne Times | Mar 17, 2024

These former Luzerne Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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Luzerne Times area weekly mass times

By Luzerne Times | Mar 16, 2024

The following parishes in the Luzerne Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Luzerne County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Luzerne Times | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Luzerne County in week ending Mar. 9?

By Luzerne Times | Mar 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cabell to Host Senior Scam Seminar Thursday in Dallas

By Luzerne Times | Mar 12, 2024

Rep. Mike Cabell (R-Luzerne) is set to host a Senior Scam Seminar aimed at educating older residents on protecting themselves from identity theft and fraud schemes. The seminar will feature a presentation by a representative from the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, providing valuable information on dealing with identity theft, safeguarding personal information online and offline, and recognizing scams designed to steal identities.The event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, March 14 at 11 a.m. at the Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center located at 4 E....

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1 gas station in cities throughout Luzerne County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Mar. 9

By Luzerne Times | Mar 11, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Luzerne County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.