Under my hat: Farewell to my buddy By Donald R. Serfass dserfass@tnonline.com It was unusual last week when a day passed without hearing from Jim. But... Under my hat: Last man’s club It seemed like a good idea, even if it took a surprising turn. I’d get away from home and spend time in Kingston, where ... Under my hat: Man on a mission His calm voice and mild-mannered demeanor belied a vigorous, relentless approach to journalism and life. He was a writer... Under my hat: A peek at life behind bars Newspaper work is exciting. It can take you to places you’d never otherwise be. Both good and bad. But always an educat... Under my hat: The new normal The new normal is a challenge. A very real health threat is impacting our daily routines. The resulting anxiety is magn... Under my hat: An expert in disguise Is it possible to accurately describe the essence of Tamaqua native George Miller? He was an enigma. Elusive. A man of c... Under my hat: Making the best of a bad year It was a year like no other. Twelve months of fear, hope and even defiance. It began with two seemingly normal months, ... Under my hat: A steep price Some of our country’s most horrific coal mining tragedies took place in the anthracite deep mines of eastern Pennsylvani... Under my hat: The show must go on The pandemic is still with us but our house arrest has ended - at least for now. With easing of quarantine restrictions,... Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ... Latest Photo GalleriesCCTI fall open house2025-10-21Walnutport Canal Days 20252025-10-21Emmanuel UCC of Bowmanstown time capsule2025-10-21Lehighton Halloween Parade2025-10-21Opinion Who is responsible for solving PA’s budget divide? There’s an old saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Perhaps Pennsylvania’s hopelessly gridlocked Legislature ma... Letter to the editor: Evil must be defeatedLetter to the editor: Big Bucks in Tiny HandsHow our legislators votedLetter to the editor: Support for Earl, Danielle PaulesOn This Date - News ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 21, 1966 Joseph Lockwood, Tresckow, Banks Township, was elected president of the Carbon County Township Association Officers during the 53rd annual c... ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 20, 1965ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 18, 1999ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 17, 1998ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 16, 1997AP News Man pleads guilty to arson at governor’s mansionGun control fuels intense House debate4 dead, 8 injured in Michigan church shooting, fireFour dead, 8 injured in church shootingKirk’s faith, legacy remembered3 officers killed, 2 hurt York CountyUS electric grids under pressure from energy-hungry data centers are changing strategyThey witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the griefSuspect in Charlie Kirk killing likely acted alone, authorities say « Previous 4 5 6 » Next Fall festival continues to draw the crowdsLASD fires cheer coachWanted Weissport man dies in Allentown hotel roomJefferson Health announces layoffsBoy, 13, on bicycle struck by vehicle in Tamaqua
Under my hat: Last man’s club It seemed like a good idea, even if it took a surprising turn. I’d get away from home and spend time in Kingston, where ... Under my hat: Man on a mission His calm voice and mild-mannered demeanor belied a vigorous, relentless approach to journalism and life. He was a writer... Under my hat: A peek at life behind bars Newspaper work is exciting. It can take you to places you’d never otherwise be. Both good and bad. But always an educat... Under my hat: The new normal The new normal is a challenge. A very real health threat is impacting our daily routines. The resulting anxiety is magn... Under my hat: An expert in disguise Is it possible to accurately describe the essence of Tamaqua native George Miller? He was an enigma. Elusive. A man of c... Under my hat: Making the best of a bad year It was a year like no other. Twelve months of fear, hope and even defiance. It began with two seemingly normal months, ... Under my hat: A steep price Some of our country’s most horrific coal mining tragedies took place in the anthracite deep mines of eastern Pennsylvani... Under my hat: The show must go on The pandemic is still with us but our house arrest has ended - at least for now. With easing of quarantine restrictions,... Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ... Latest Photo GalleriesCCTI fall open house2025-10-21Walnutport Canal Days 20252025-10-21Emmanuel UCC of Bowmanstown time capsule2025-10-21Lehighton Halloween Parade2025-10-21Opinion Who is responsible for solving PA’s budget divide? There’s an old saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Perhaps Pennsylvania’s hopelessly gridlocked Legislature ma... Letter to the editor: Evil must be defeatedLetter to the editor: Big Bucks in Tiny HandsHow our legislators votedLetter to the editor: Support for Earl, Danielle PaulesOn This Date - News ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 21, 1966 Joseph Lockwood, Tresckow, Banks Township, was elected president of the Carbon County Township Association Officers during the 53rd annual c... ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 20, 1965ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 18, 1999ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 17, 1998ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 16, 1997AP News Man pleads guilty to arson at governor’s mansionGun control fuels intense House debate4 dead, 8 injured in Michigan church shooting, fireFour dead, 8 injured in church shootingKirk’s faith, legacy remembered3 officers killed, 2 hurt York CountyUS electric grids under pressure from energy-hungry data centers are changing strategyThey witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the griefSuspect in Charlie Kirk killing likely acted alone, authorities say « Previous 4 5 6 » Next Fall festival continues to draw the crowdsLASD fires cheer coachWanted Weissport man dies in Allentown hotel roomJefferson Health announces layoffsBoy, 13, on bicycle struck by vehicle in Tamaqua
Under my hat: Man on a mission His calm voice and mild-mannered demeanor belied a vigorous, relentless approach to journalism and life. He was a writer... Under my hat: A peek at life behind bars Newspaper work is exciting. It can take you to places you’d never otherwise be. Both good and bad. But always an educat... Under my hat: The new normal The new normal is a challenge. A very real health threat is impacting our daily routines. The resulting anxiety is magn... Under my hat: An expert in disguise Is it possible to accurately describe the essence of Tamaqua native George Miller? He was an enigma. Elusive. A man of c... Under my hat: Making the best of a bad year It was a year like no other. Twelve months of fear, hope and even defiance. It began with two seemingly normal months, ... Under my hat: A steep price Some of our country’s most horrific coal mining tragedies took place in the anthracite deep mines of eastern Pennsylvani... Under my hat: The show must go on The pandemic is still with us but our house arrest has ended - at least for now. With easing of quarantine restrictions,... Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ... Latest Photo GalleriesCCTI fall open house2025-10-21Walnutport Canal Days 20252025-10-21Emmanuel UCC of Bowmanstown time capsule2025-10-21Lehighton Halloween Parade2025-10-21Opinion Who is responsible for solving PA’s budget divide? There’s an old saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Perhaps Pennsylvania’s hopelessly gridlocked Legislature ma... Letter to the editor: Evil must be defeatedLetter to the editor: Big Bucks in Tiny HandsHow our legislators votedLetter to the editor: Support for Earl, Danielle PaulesOn This Date - News ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 21, 1966 Joseph Lockwood, Tresckow, Banks Township, was elected president of the Carbon County Township Association Officers during the 53rd annual c... ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 20, 1965ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 18, 1999ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 17, 1998ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 16, 1997AP News Man pleads guilty to arson at governor’s mansionGun control fuels intense House debate4 dead, 8 injured in Michigan church shooting, fireFour dead, 8 injured in church shootingKirk’s faith, legacy remembered3 officers killed, 2 hurt York CountyUS electric grids under pressure from energy-hungry data centers are changing strategyThey witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the griefSuspect in Charlie Kirk killing likely acted alone, authorities say « Previous 4 5 6 » Next Fall festival continues to draw the crowdsLASD fires cheer coachWanted Weissport man dies in Allentown hotel roomJefferson Health announces layoffsBoy, 13, on bicycle struck by vehicle in Tamaqua
Under my hat: A peek at life behind bars Newspaper work is exciting. It can take you to places you’d never otherwise be. Both good and bad. But always an educat... Under my hat: The new normal The new normal is a challenge. A very real health threat is impacting our daily routines. The resulting anxiety is magn... Under my hat: An expert in disguise Is it possible to accurately describe the essence of Tamaqua native George Miller? He was an enigma. Elusive. A man of c... Under my hat: Making the best of a bad year It was a year like no other. Twelve months of fear, hope and even defiance. It began with two seemingly normal months, ... Under my hat: A steep price Some of our country’s most horrific coal mining tragedies took place in the anthracite deep mines of eastern Pennsylvani... Under my hat: The show must go on The pandemic is still with us but our house arrest has ended - at least for now. With easing of quarantine restrictions,... Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ... Latest Photo GalleriesCCTI fall open house2025-10-21Walnutport Canal Days 20252025-10-21Emmanuel UCC of Bowmanstown time capsule2025-10-21Lehighton Halloween Parade2025-10-21Opinion Who is responsible for solving PA’s budget divide? There’s an old saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Perhaps Pennsylvania’s hopelessly gridlocked Legislature ma... Letter to the editor: Evil must be defeatedLetter to the editor: Big Bucks in Tiny HandsHow our legislators votedLetter to the editor: Support for Earl, Danielle PaulesOn This Date - News ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 21, 1966 Joseph Lockwood, Tresckow, Banks Township, was elected president of the Carbon County Township Association Officers during the 53rd annual c... ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 20, 1965ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 18, 1999ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 17, 1998ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 16, 1997AP News Man pleads guilty to arson at governor’s mansionGun control fuels intense House debate4 dead, 8 injured in Michigan church shooting, fireFour dead, 8 injured in church shootingKirk’s faith, legacy remembered3 officers killed, 2 hurt York CountyUS electric grids under pressure from energy-hungry data centers are changing strategyThey witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the griefSuspect in Charlie Kirk killing likely acted alone, authorities say « Previous 4 5 6 » Next Fall festival continues to draw the crowdsLASD fires cheer coachWanted Weissport man dies in Allentown hotel roomJefferson Health announces layoffsBoy, 13, on bicycle struck by vehicle in Tamaqua
Under my hat: The new normal The new normal is a challenge. A very real health threat is impacting our daily routines. The resulting anxiety is magn...
Under my hat: An expert in disguise Is it possible to accurately describe the essence of Tamaqua native George Miller? He was an enigma. Elusive. A man of c... Under my hat: Making the best of a bad year It was a year like no other. Twelve months of fear, hope and even defiance. It began with two seemingly normal months, ... Under my hat: A steep price Some of our country’s most horrific coal mining tragedies took place in the anthracite deep mines of eastern Pennsylvani... Under my hat: The show must go on The pandemic is still with us but our house arrest has ended - at least for now. With easing of quarantine restrictions,... Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ... Latest Photo GalleriesCCTI fall open house2025-10-21Walnutport Canal Days 20252025-10-21Emmanuel UCC of Bowmanstown time capsule2025-10-21Lehighton Halloween Parade2025-10-21Opinion Who is responsible for solving PA’s budget divide? There’s an old saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Perhaps Pennsylvania’s hopelessly gridlocked Legislature ma... Letter to the editor: Evil must be defeatedLetter to the editor: Big Bucks in Tiny HandsHow our legislators votedLetter to the editor: Support for Earl, Danielle PaulesOn This Date - News ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 21, 1966 Joseph Lockwood, Tresckow, Banks Township, was elected president of the Carbon County Township Association Officers during the 53rd annual c... ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 20, 1965ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 18, 1999ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 17, 1998ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 16, 1997AP News Man pleads guilty to arson at governor’s mansionGun control fuels intense House debate4 dead, 8 injured in Michigan church shooting, fireFour dead, 8 injured in church shootingKirk’s faith, legacy remembered3 officers killed, 2 hurt York CountyUS electric grids under pressure from energy-hungry data centers are changing strategyThey witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the griefSuspect in Charlie Kirk killing likely acted alone, authorities say « Previous 4 5 6 » Next
Under my hat: Making the best of a bad year It was a year like no other. Twelve months of fear, hope and even defiance. It began with two seemingly normal months, ... Under my hat: A steep price Some of our country’s most horrific coal mining tragedies took place in the anthracite deep mines of eastern Pennsylvani... Under my hat: The show must go on The pandemic is still with us but our house arrest has ended - at least for now. With easing of quarantine restrictions,... Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ... Latest Photo GalleriesCCTI fall open house2025-10-21Walnutport Canal Days 20252025-10-21Emmanuel UCC of Bowmanstown time capsule2025-10-21Lehighton Halloween Parade2025-10-21Opinion Who is responsible for solving PA’s budget divide? There’s an old saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Perhaps Pennsylvania’s hopelessly gridlocked Legislature ma... Letter to the editor: Evil must be defeatedLetter to the editor: Big Bucks in Tiny HandsHow our legislators votedLetter to the editor: Support for Earl, Danielle PaulesOn This Date - News ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 21, 1966 Joseph Lockwood, Tresckow, Banks Township, was elected president of the Carbon County Township Association Officers during the 53rd annual c... ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 20, 1965ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 18, 1999ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 17, 1998ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 16, 1997AP News Man pleads guilty to arson at governor’s mansionGun control fuels intense House debate4 dead, 8 injured in Michigan church shooting, fireFour dead, 8 injured in church shootingKirk’s faith, legacy remembered3 officers killed, 2 hurt York CountyUS electric grids under pressure from energy-hungry data centers are changing strategyThey witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the griefSuspect in Charlie Kirk killing likely acted alone, authorities say
Under my hat: A steep price Some of our country’s most horrific coal mining tragedies took place in the anthracite deep mines of eastern Pennsylvani... Under my hat: The show must go on The pandemic is still with us but our house arrest has ended - at least for now. With easing of quarantine restrictions,... Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ... Latest Photo GalleriesCCTI fall open house2025-10-21Walnutport Canal Days 20252025-10-21Emmanuel UCC of Bowmanstown time capsule2025-10-21Lehighton Halloween Parade2025-10-21Opinion Who is responsible for solving PA’s budget divide? There’s an old saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Perhaps Pennsylvania’s hopelessly gridlocked Legislature ma... Letter to the editor: Evil must be defeatedLetter to the editor: Big Bucks in Tiny HandsHow our legislators votedLetter to the editor: Support for Earl, Danielle PaulesOn This Date - News ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 21, 1966 Joseph Lockwood, Tresckow, Banks Township, was elected president of the Carbon County Township Association Officers during the 53rd annual c... ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 20, 1965ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 18, 1999ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 17, 1998ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 16, 1997AP News Man pleads guilty to arson at governor’s mansionGun control fuels intense House debate4 dead, 8 injured in Michigan church shooting, fireFour dead, 8 injured in church shootingKirk’s faith, legacy remembered3 officers killed, 2 hurt York CountyUS electric grids under pressure from energy-hungry data centers are changing strategyThey witnessed Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Now students reckon with the griefSuspect in Charlie Kirk killing likely acted alone, authorities say
Under my hat: The show must go on The pandemic is still with us but our house arrest has ended - at least for now. With easing of quarantine restrictions,... Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ...
Under my hat: Memories of Hess’s I was saddened to receive an announcement last week, even if I suspected it was coming. It was an email, telling me our ...
Who is responsible for solving PA’s budget divide? There’s an old saying that only two things in life are certain: death and taxes. Perhaps Pennsylvania’s hopelessly gridlocked Legislature ma...
ON THIS DATE OCTOBER 21, 1966 Joseph Lockwood, Tresckow, Banks Township, was elected president of the Carbon County Township Association Officers during the 53rd annual c...