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Damascus revises, passes data center ordinance

DAMASCUS TOWNSHIP, PA — In its October meeting, the Damascus Township Board of Supervisors passed an amendment to its zoning ordinances to cover data centers, while pointing out ways in which that …

What does New York's blue wave mean for Albany?

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Shapiro, Democrats say new trifecta will deliver minimum wage increase, transit funding, and more

Thursday, November 5
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What to know about Pennsylvania’s data center tax exemption and the shifting attitudes surrounding it

Wednesday, November 4
PENNSYLVANIA — In the summer of 2025, upon announcing a $20 billion investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure from tech …
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Secretary of the Commonwealth reports safe and secure election day across PA

Wednesday, November 4
HARRISBURG, PA — Shortly after polls closed, Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt confirmed Pennsylvania held …
Blair Bueslli listens to conversation at a Monday, October 26 meeting of the Honesdale Borough Council.

Landlords, tenant share thoughts on Honesdale's rental inspections

Wednesday, November 4
HONESDALE, PA — In October 2025, the Honesdale Borough Council amended its rental regulations to require all rental units be …
Dean of Student Support Services Stacey Johnson spoke on support services and the college's effort to have robust support systems for students.

A-OK for ASAP: SUNY Sullivan celebrates its fledgling support program

Wednesday, November 4
SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — SUNY Sullivan trumpeted its newly established Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program and that …
Wayne County opened the new Hankins Pond Park on Wednesday, October 28.

Hankins Pond Park opens

Wednesday, November 4
PLEASANT MOUNT, PA — The Wayne County Commissioners and gathered dignitaries celebrated the opening of the Hankins Pond Park on …

Hawley residents concerned about unsafe sidewalks
HAWLEY, PA —- Community members expressed concern over potentially unsafe sidewalks and bridges during an October 14 Hawley Borough Council meeting. Grant Genzlinger, a member of the Downtown …

Hochul’s big win cools Republican hopes in New York
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Around the Area
Cases reach 1,487 in 45 counties in Pennsylvania measles outbreak

HARRISBURG, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) on Friday, November 6 announced that 1,487 measles cases have been confirmed across 45 counties in Pennsylvania so far in 2026. DOH …

Pennsylvania rises from third to second nationally in sales of organic agricultural products

HARRISBURG, PA – Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding commented on Friday, November 6 on new data showing that Pennsylvania has risen from third to second nationally in sales of organic …

Community Memorial Service

CALLICOON, NY — 6:30-7:15pm, Transgender Day of Remembrance, Callicoon Depot, 40 Lower Main St.

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NEWS from SPOTLIGHT PA

Democrats say they’ve won the Pennsylvania House and Senate, handing Shapiro a powerful trifecta

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign …

Voters talk national issues across UPDE

UPPER DELAWARE RIVER, NY and PA — Voters across the Upper Delaware River Valley turned out on election day, Nov. 3, 2026, voting in a series of local, state and national races.  The River …
UPDE goes blue

Congress races called for Riley, Cognetti

UPPER DELAWARE RIVER — Congressional districts on both sides of the Upper Delaware River beamed blue on election night, Tuesday, November 3.  In New York's 19th Congressional District, …

AP calls NY Gov. race in favor of Hochul

NEW YORK STATE — The Associated Press called the New York State Governor's race for incumbent Kathy Hochul around 9 p.m. on election night, Tuesday, Nov. 3.  The New York State …

Pennsylvania election results

This space will be updated with the results from Pennsylvania's state elections of import to Wayne and Pike Counties, Pennsylvania, as results come in.  The race for Pennsylvania Governor …

Democrat Josh Shapiro easily secures second term as Pennsylvania governor

Shapiro defeated Republican Stacy Garrity, whose campaign was considered a long shot from the earliest days of the race.
A-OK for ASAP

SUNY Sullivan celebrates ASAP support program

SULLIVAN COUNTY, NY — SUNY Sullivan trumpeted its newly established Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program and that program’s first cohort at a media event and LinkedIn workshop …
County in contempt

Sullivan County found in contempt of court, penalty hearing set for November

KINGSTON, NY — Sullivan County and county manager Joshua Potosek were found in criminal contempt of court on Thursday, October 29 in a state Supreme Court proceeding. The court found that the …
Who's in charge?

Honesdale Borough Council debates day-to-day management

HONESDALE, PA — Four months since the resignation of Honesdale's last borough manager, borough councilors remain divided on what role the council should play in the borough's day-to-day …

Cornell assault case to continue hearings in Sullivan County

MONTICELLO, NY — A hearing regarding Attorney General Letitia James’s role as special counsel in the Cornell sexual assault case has been extended to November 5, after Sullivan County Judge James …
NEWS from ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMES

James reminds New Yorkers that federal agents cannot police the polls

NEW YORK, NY — New York Attorney General Letitia James on Tuesday, October 27 reminded New Yorkers that military troops and armed federal officers, including agents with U.S. Immigration and …

Representative in Congress, PA-08

Paige Cognett is challenging Rob Bresnahan to represent Pennsylvania's Eighth Congressional District. 

Wrightston

Brian Wrightston was raised in Jessup, to a family that worked in local unions in the mines and a sheet metal shop.  In his professional career, Wrightston has worked in telecommunications, …

Brown

Sen. Rosemary Brown was first elected to that post in 2022, after serving since 2010 in the house of representatives. Brown said she decided to run for re-election “to continue the commonsense, …

Pennsylvania State Senate District 40

Brian Wrightston is challenging Rosemary Brown to represent the 40th District in the Pennsylvania State Senate. 

Lisa Baker

Lisa Baker (R) first assumed office in 2006, and has served as the state senator for District 20 since.  “My legislative agenda has always been shaped by the priorities shared by families …

Jackie Baker

Jackie Baker is an educator from Susquehanna County. This is her third time running for the Pennsylvania State Senate.  “I’ve worked with many communities and families who’ve been in …

Pennsylvania State Senate District 20

Jackie Baker is challenging Lisa Baker to represent the Pennsylvania State Senate District 20. 

Bresnahan

Rob Bresnahan (R) first won election to PA-08 in 2024, replacing long-time Rep. Matt Cartwright. Prior to holding public office, Bresnahan took over as the third generation of leadership at an …

Cognetti

Paige Cognetti (D) currently serves as the mayor of Scranton. She originally ran as an independent against a Democratic establishment, adopting the slogan, “Paige Against the Machine.” …
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