Anthracite coal converted this region from agrarian to industrial. The discovery of hard coal — and the discovery by Jesse Fell of how to burn the stuff — spurred booms in the economy and population.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has recently completed full implementation of a statewide transit ...

in Luzerne County, which started in the Red Ash coal mine in 1915. The fire eventually led to evacuations in the area, and is expected to continue burning for decades to come. He described his ...

The Luzerne County Government Study Commission on Thursday will discuss maps of potential voting districts that could be used ...

Attorney Mark Bufalino said he has devoted his life to the fight for justice and the rule of law. Bufalino, 54, of Shavertown, a well-known attorney and community leader, has announced his candidacy ...

Toyota's most-loved model offers strong economy, useful features, and refined style in a package that threatens the Camry's ...

Eight projects include five in Lackawanna County and three in Luzerne County. Among them, Pittston will use $42,500 to improve accessibility and amenities along the Laurel Line Trail. Mayor Mike ...

Luzerne County administration on Wednesday announced the formation of a county elections task force, which will seek changes in state election law to improve the process of running elections in ...

HOLLENBACK, Pa. — A fire blazed through a barn in Luzerne County. Newswatch 16 was on the scene of a fire that destroyed a barn around 6 p.m. along East County Road in Hollenback Township.

Two deer in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania tested positive for chronic wasting disease. A new Disease Management Area with special regulations will be established in eastern Pennsylvania.