January 14, 1987 A key pin from Brad Klotz helps Lehighton rally for a 32-25 Centennial League wrestling win over Pleasant Valley. The Indians trail by 18 after six bouts but use a forfeit, a major de...
On Thursday my parents celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary. Sixty years is a really long time.
My parents were an odd pairing to begin with.My mother is from a large Italian family, growing up w...
Blue Ridge Communications and Music Choice® announced today the launch of SWRV-the first 24/7 interactive music video network that puts the viewers in control.
The 24/7 linear channel is avail...
This week, we have been bombarded with news about the Republican Primary. Rather than bore you with politics, I picked an entirely different topic.
Over the last few years, I have noticed a significan...
By JIM ZBICK
jzbick@tnonline.comHeading into the new year, Tamaqua Courier readers knew that times were tough for many families in the region.That was evident in the tone of the children's letters to ...
Diagnosed with thyroid cancer in early 2007, Fran Stahl of Tamaqua, didn't let that or other medical issues prevent her from pursuing her lifelong dream of flying.
After going through 40 appointments ...
Time passes so quickly that we take it for granted until we reach meaningful milestones that bring that eternal march into perspective. I've learned that once children enter the picture those mileston...
Blue Mountain Health System Women's Cancer Support Group will meet from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, at the Gnaden Huetten Campus, 211 N. 12th Street, Lehighton, in the Community Room.
The group i...
A Monroe County driver is facing charges following an incident that occurred about 10:14 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 13, along Dorshimer Road at Burger Hollow Road, in Polk Township.
State police at Fern Rid...
The Jim Thorpe Police Department is gearing up to hold its fourth annual Policeman's Ball at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 at Memorial Hall, 101 E. 10th St., Jim Thorpe.
The event, which will feature forma...