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05/08/2026

When a friend has lost their mom, holidays like Mother's Day can be difficult to navigate. Read this article for six actionable ways you can show someone you care and provide support during this holiday.

If you have a friend who has lost their mom, Mother’s Day can be hard. Read to learn 6 ways you can support your friend during the holiday.

05/06/2026

Brian E. Taylor

Brian E. Taylor, 87, of Kingsley, PA, passed away May 4, 2026, at Barnes Kasson Hospital, Susquehanna, PA, after a brief illness. He was born at Cottell Lake, Clifford Township, PA, the son of the late Emeral and Carolyn Brunner Taylor. Brian was a U.S. Army veteran and served 2 1/2 years in Germany accompanied by his wife for nine months. His work life included heavy vehicle mechanics, metal fabrication, and road oil emulsions. He was the plumber, electrician, and...

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05/06/2026

National Nurses Week honors the hard work and dedication of nurses across the nation. Comment below and to say thank you to all the wonderful nurses in our community!

05/04/2026

Who was your favorite teacher growing up? Today, take a moment to honor them on National Teacher Day!

05/04/2026

Joel M. Kilmer

Joel M. Kilmer, 63, of Jermyn, PA, died Friday, May 1, 2026 at Geisinger Community Medical Center, Scranton, PA. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna M. Lent Kilmer on January 31, 2016. Born June 8, 1962 in Carbondale, PA, he is the son of Carol Guether Kilmer of Orlando, FL, and the late Clarence Kilmer. Joel worked for various family stone and logging companies over the years but really enjoyed offering lawn services to the community. As...

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05/04/2026

05/04/2026

Jerry Lewandowski

Jerry Lewandowski, 77, of Clifford Township, PA, died Friday, May 1, 2026 at Allied Services Hospice Center, Scranton, PA, after a short but courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Victoria Bandonis Lewandowski. They were married June 22, 1974. Born March 23, 1949 in Carbondale, PA, he was the son of the late Walter R. Lewandowski, Sr. and Elizabeth Mott Lewandowski. Jerry was a 1967 graduate of Mountain View High School and attended Drexel...

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05/02/2026

Ruth M. Mengers

Ruth Marie Wagschal Mengers, 94, born in Greenville, PA on January 9,1932, died at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Joy and David Smith in Carbondale, PA, on April 29, 2026. Ruth graduated as Valedictorian from Rhinebeck High School in NY in1949, married Gerhardt Mengers (deceased in 2008) on August 23, 1952 and received a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Dana College in Nebraska in 1953. She had her first child weeks after graduation and always said she used...

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05/01/2026

When you lose a loved one, you may experience changes in your behavior. Read this article to learn about some behavioral shifts you might face and practical ways to navigate them.

After the loss of a loved one, it is normal to experience behavioral changes. In this article, learn about common changes you can expect and positive ways to overcome them.

04/28/2026

William R. Greene

William R. "Bill" Greene, 84, of Union Dale, PA, died Monday, April 27, 2026 at home. Born October 14, 1941 in Carbondale, PA, he was the son of the late William and Ann Zulick Greene. Bill had served with the Pennsylvania Army National Guard from 1963 to 1966. He is survived by his wife, Dorotea Greene; one son: Ronald Greene and wife, Michele; a step-daughter: Mary Grace Estoesta; three grandchildren: Jamie Greene, Grayson MacNeal Estoesta and George MacNelson Estoesta; two...

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