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Roe v. Wade

Whether you applaud the Supreme Court’s overturn of Roe v. Wade or whether you are outraged by the intrusion of law on individual choice, let’s talk about it. Let’s explore … more

6/28/22

For 160 years, the Wayne County Fair has offered "shows, rides, games, food and of course, farm," a spokesperson said.

Wayne County Fair returns

HONESDALE, PA — It’s back! 2022 marks the 160th anniversary of the Wayne County Fair. The fair, one of the largest in northeastern PA, will run from Friday, August 5 through … more

6/21/22

Early voting at government center and more

Martucci endorses Houle for state senate GOSHEN, NY — Sen. Mike Martucci announced his endorsement of Monroe Town Councilwoman Dorey Houle for the 42nd State Senate district, which will … more

6/21/22

STNGR AR-15 Free Float Handguard HWK, a free float handguard/rail for an AR-15.

Pennsylvania legislature considers gun-control legislation, and more

McGraw elected to lead state health association ALBANY, NY — The New York State Association of County Health Officials, which serves as the voice for New York State’s local health … more

6/14/22

Pennsylvania heating assistance extended and more

What's new in the Upper Delaware region May 26 to June 1 more

5/25/22

Jeff Chorba with an ultralight aircraft attachment.

Jeff Chorba dead in ultralight aircraft crash

HONESDALE, PA — On 5/13/21 at approximately 0750 hours, the Pennsylvania State Police Troop R in Honesdale received a 911 transfer call from the owner of a property near 27 Barracuda … more

5/13/22

The TriGal 4-H Club collected litter in April. That was just one of their many community activities.

Spring happenings at Tri-Gal 4-H Club

Our club has been very busy. We had to cancel our March meeting due to an ice- and snowstorm but jumped right into April. On April 3, we hosted guest speaker Michelle Bradley Brown. She spoke to … more

By CHANNING RUTLEDGE | 5/13/22

Rosenfeld discusses candidacy

NORTHEAST PA— River Reporter reached out to Democratic candidate Meghan Rosenfeld to discuss her candidacy for Pennsylvania’s 139th District. She requested to respond to questions via … more

By OWEN WALSH | 5/13/22

Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation has six drill rigs running in Susquehanna County, Pennsylvania. This rig is the most recent as of October 2013 in Kingsley, Pa. (Lindsay Lazarski/WHYY)

Accessing Delaware River Basin gas is only fair

Thanks to the sponsorship and hard work done by Rep. Jon Fritz, three bills of importance were advanced by the House. Two of these bills, which would decrease reliance on Russian oil and gas … more

By BETTY SUTLIFF | 5/5/22

Why Fritz wants to frack

HARRISBURG, PA — For many years, natural gas developers have had their eyes on northern Wayne County, where potentially profitable shale deposits … more

By OWEN WALSH | 4/12/22

A panoramic view of the Delaware Water Gap and Pennsylvania’s Mount Minsi. The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area incorporates 40 miles of the Middle Delaware National and Scenic Recreation River and offers more than a hundred miles of hiking trails, 28 miles of the Appalachian Trail, a state forest and state wildlife management areas.

Should the Delaware Water Gap become a national park?

Debunking myths about Delaware Water Gap’s national park designation “The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation bill authorizes the creation of a 72,000-acre national park... A full … more

3/23/22

Fifteen-year-old Mackenzie Telesky has been missing since February 3, 2022.

Information sought for runaway

The Pennsylvania State Police Honesdale Barracks is asking the public for their assistance in locating 15-year old Mackenzie Telesky. more

3/23/22

Pike County to celebrate America’s semiquincentennial and more

Pike County to celebrate America’s semiquincentennial MILFORD, PA — On July 4, 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary of its founding. Through the bipartisan … more

3/23/22

Pro-Ag: Keep the premium for dairy farmers

PENNSYLVANIA — On March 2, representatives from dairy groups testified before the Pennsylvania Milk Marketing Board (PMMB) about the premium paid to dairy farmers in the state. That premium is … more

By ARDEN TEWKSBURY | 3/16/22

This is the Carter map which was approved by the PA Supereme Court.

PA Supreme Court picks new map

As the dust settles from a contentious redistricting process, Pennsylvanians find themselves with, essentially, more of the same. more

By OWEN WALSH | 2/25/22

The Susquehanna River is seen in the background of this aerial photograph of the Capitol complex in Harrisburg, Pa., Oct. 19, 2005.

Courts weigh PA’s new maps

HARRISBURG, PA — Partisan disagreements and deadlock have shaped Pennsylvania’s ongoing redistricting process, necessitating final rulings from the state’s highest court. Despite … more

By OWEN WALSH | 2/22/22

PA approves legislative maps

HARRISBURG, PA — After a long redistricting process, Pennsylvania finally has new legislative district maps. But legal challenges could be lying down the road. The commonwealth’s … more

By OWEN WALSH | 2/8/22

Needing the most, getting the least

HARRISBURG, PA — Tattered textbooks. Dilapidated facilities. Guidance counselors who only come in one day a week. Teachers who must purchase classroom supplies out of their own pocket. … more

By OWEN WALSH | 2/8/22

3G service coming to an end, new area code in the works and more

What's new in the Upper Delaware region February 3 to 9 more

2/1/22

Spicy! Jet fuel from mustard plants could reduce emissions by 68 percent, and more

What's new for sustainability in the Upper Delaware region, January 20 to 26 more

1/19/22

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