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The new officers of the Wayne chapter of the DAR are Barbara Braton Gropper, left; Eloise Fasshauer; Charlene Edgerton; Doreen Benson; Carol Cipriano; Nichole Lorusso-Heiser and Ruth Frech. ..

New officers at the DAR, music in Monticello and more

DAR inducts officers HONESDALE, PA — On June 21, the Wayne chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) inducted new officers for a three-year term.The chapter draws members … more

6/30/22

Loving

I grew up mistaking performance for love. When I performed, the audience applauded. If I did a really good job, I felt more loved. It’s a strange way to know oneself: as an object, a … more

By Deborah Chandler, PhD | 6/29/22

Julia Kehrley, left; Lynn Porter and Harold Tighe from the SCDW production of "Every Christmas Story Ever Told (And Then Some)."

Christmas stories, monster trucks and more

Monster trucks return to Wayne County Fair HONESDALE, PA — Monster trucks are back. Monster Truck Freestyle is returning to the 160th Wayne County Fair for one night, taking place at 7 p.m. … more

6/29/22

Caps off

MILFORD, PA — A line stretched around many of the buildings at Delaware Valley High School (DVHS) on June 17. Parents, teachers and friends started lining up to watch a monumental milestone in … more

By VICTORIA HOFFMANN | 6/29/22

Baltimore orioles are common in the area and are frequently seen along the river. The male Baltimore oriole has just buzzed the adult and the trio of young and is over the leftmost young’s head. I have seen more oriole-eagle encounters than any other small bird species within bald eagle breeding territories. Eagles will typically keep an eye on the mobbing bird, but do little else.

Eagles handling the mob

Most people have witnessed it at one time or another. A small bird dives at another, larger bird. Or perhaps a lot of smaller birds vocalize in the same tree in which a larger bird happens to be … more

By SCOTT RANDO | 6/29/22

The rusty spinner versus a pale evening dun, the hatch on the river.

Why a rusty spinner?

We planned to go fishing on June 2, but when the weather report forecast an 85 percent chance of showers for the western Catskills, the trip was canceled. Next morning, when my friend checked in, … more

By TONY BONAVIST | 6/29/22

I can’t wait to start coloring inside the lines.

Wish you were here

I suppose one could call it a pet peeve. I do not care for reporting on events happening in the region that have come and gone by the time you read this. I tend to gravitate toward covering opening … more

By JONATHAN CHARLES FOX | 6/29/22

Pile of tires and trash from the 2021 Get Trashed event.

One less tire

STARLIGHT, PA — The Delaware River Club (DRC) is a fly-fishing lodge on the banks of the West Branch of the Delaware. Managed and run by angler Jeff White, the DRC is a place where, it is said, … more

By GEORGIA SKUZA | 6/29/22

Scott Weis, left, and Bobby Kyle played an impromptu concert at the Milford Theatre on June 10.

Replacement blues wows the crowd

The sold-out, highly anticipated kick-off concert to the annual Milford Music Fest on June 10, featuring the band 10,000 Maniacs, was postponed due to a medical emergency. The new concert date is … more

By JEFF SIDLE | 6/29/22

Fourth of July weekend celebrations

Friday, July 1 East Branch, NY—The East Branch Volunteer Fire Department is hosting its annual Fireman’s Field Days events on Friday, July 1; Saturday, July 2 and Sunday, July 3 in … more

6/29/22

At the finish line. Nine-year-old Bradley Kenney, a third-grader at Tri-Valley, took first place in the male 10 and under category, and completed the race 69th overall with a time of 24:10. He is pictured with Edward Kenney, left, the young runner’s grandfather; and his mom Michelle.

Rhulen Rock Hill Run & Ramble marks 30th anniversary

ROCK HILL. NY — “We run this because of the memories, a tribute to those who passed away,” said Thomas McGrath, a 55-year-old runner, who competed in the Rhulen Rock Hill Run & … more

By TED WADDELL | 6/29/22

Sophomore Josh Lake and junior Dale McConnell wash and prepare an airplane for paint.

The Dime Bank donates $50k to WCCF

HONESDALE, PA — The Dime Bank has donated $50,000 to the Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) for a multitude of essential school programs. The donation was made through the PA … more

6/28/22

Local products, local food

HONESDALE, PA — Plans are in works to build an Agricultural Innovation Center in Wayne County. The building will be multifunctional, enhancing the agriculture economy and service to those in … more

By VICTORIA HOFFMANN | 6/28/22

Honesdale High honors its graduates

HONESDALE, PA — The 147th senior class of Honesdale High School, the 2022 graduating class, gathered for its commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 11. “Now, as we graduate, and all … more

6/28/22

Barryville Farmers' Market founder and board president John Pizzolato, left, with Back to the Garden series curator Mike Edison.

Back to the garden at the Barryville Farmers’ Market

BARRYVILLE, NY — The Barryville Farmers’ Market will launch a new series of educational, cultural and spiritual events. The first event will be held on Saturday, July 2 at 11 a.m. in the … more

By CHRISTINE MARTIN | 6/28/22

Time for summer fun

And that is a wrap on the school year! Seems like just yesterday we were complaining about the snow and cold, and now the Fourth of July weekend is quickly coming up. Wishing you all a healthy and … more

By JENN POWELL | 6/28/22

Death notices published June 30 to July 6

Jeffrey P. Clemente Jeffrey P. Clemente, 71, of Beach Lake, PA, passed away June 20, 2022 at home. Jeffrey was born August 2, 1950 in Brooklyn, NY. Memorial services were held June 24 at the … more

6/28/22

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

At the very last minute

I am writing this column, my friends, at the very last minute. I’m right up against deadline—it’s late on Friday, June 24, 2022, about 11 in the evening, moving quickly towards … more

By SKIP MENDLER | 6/28/22

The spirit of ’76

As we gather to celebrate Independence Day, it’s a good time to reflect on how our most fundamental freedoms have served this nation well. It’s an even better time to think about what … more

By KEN PAULSON | 6/28/22

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