RECOVERY
‘Paying it forward’

HONESDALE, PA — Shannon Sharkazy has always felt a calling to help others. First, though, she had to help herself. A 36-month prison sentence for cocaine distribution and related charges …

More to know about opioids

The following are tips and warnings provided by people who use opioids. If you or someone you know/love is a habitual opioid/opiate user—prescription opioids or …

Overdose Awareness Day shines light on substance use disorder

NORTHEAST PA — Most of us know someone who has struggled with substance use disorder. For too many people, it’s a battle that ends in tragedy. Clearly we need every possible resource we …

INNOVATION
SEEDS gets funding to help energy efficiency assessments

HONESDALE, PA — Sustainable Energy Education and Development Support (SEEDS) has received a grant of $30,000 from the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies (CFA) for building the capacity of …

Energy-efficiency internships open at SEEDS

HONESDALE, PA — Sustainable Energy Education and Development Support (SEEDS) of Northeastern PA is seeking responsible college students for a paid summer internship. The students selected will …

One fund, supporting both local farmers and families

In March of 2020, when so much uncertainty was underway with COVID-19, the Wayne County Community Foundation established what was then called the Emergency Food Relief Fund in partnership with the …