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Waymart Borough Council approves Wayside Park project, including playground update

1 day ago | tricountyindependent.com | Peter Becker

A long-awaited upgrade of Wayside Park in Waymart is expected to begin his year, with hopes to have it ready for the double celebration of the 175th anniversary of the borough and the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026. At the May 13 council meeting, after Jayson Wood, vice president of Woodland Design, went over the two-phased project, he was given approval to proceed with bid documents pending agency reviews.
Western Wayne High School band director Elaine Ort gets PMEA award

2 days ago | tricountyindependent.com | Peter Becker

The Western Wayne High School Wildcat Marching Band director was honored at the May 7 school board meeting. Among other matters, the tentative 2025-2026 budget was discussed, showing a 4% tax increase. Elaine Ort, band director and music teacher, has served Western Wayne School District since 2014. She was presented that evening with the annual Citation of Excellence from Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 9 President Tom Bassett.
Honesdale baseball team hosts local Little Leaguers for 2025 Senior Day ceremonies

2 days ago | tricountyindependent.com | Kevin Edwards

HONESDALE — A big enthusiastic crowd turned out May 12 to help the Honesdale baseball team celebrate Senior Day at the Daniel J. O'Neill Sports Complex. The Hornets closed out their Lackawanna League regular season slate with a Division II battle against top-ranked Mid Valley. Sadly for local fans, Honesdale proved no match for the high-flying Invaders who powered their way to a 6-0 shutout. With the win, Mid Valley sealed the deal on a division title with a 13-1 record.
New York Jets 2025 schedule: First regular season game announced with London matchup vs. Broncos

3 days ago | tricountyindependent.com | Albert Bainbridge IV

At long last, the Jets first regular season game of the Aaron Glenn, Darren Mougey era has been revealed. The NFL announced six of the record breaking seven international games on Tuesday morning, which included the Jets heading to London to take on the Denver Broncos in Week 6. Kickoff for the international contest is set for Sunday, Oct. 12 at 9:30 a.m. and will be televised on the NFL Network.
From the Tri-County Independent Archives: Remembering late local benefactor Walter Barbe

4 days ago | tricountyindependent.com | Kevin Edwards

HONESDALE — Welcome back to “From the Archives” a weekly series of photographs and memories culled from my three decades of covering the local news and sports scene. Today's photo takes us back nearly a quarter century to a book signing with Dr. Walter Barbe. The event took place in 2002 at Highlights for Children, where he was Editor in Chief from 1971-1989. A life well-livedWalter was one of the best men I've ever known.
Hobby Lobby opens for business at Route 6 Mall outside Honesdale

4 days ago | tricountyindependent.com | Peter Becker

National retail giant Hobby Lobby opened a store Monday, May 12, at 9 a.m. at the former Kmart location in the Route 6 Mall just outside of Honesdale. The employees gathered out front for a group photo and an invocation by Troy Moore, district manager. A growing line of approximately 20 customers formed on the right. More kept coming in during the first half hour. "We're excited to be here," store manager Tracy Howell commented.
Western Wayne volleyball standout Theo Black records the 1,000th assist of his career

4 days ago | tricountyindependent.com | Kevin Edwards

VARDEN — Western Wayne’s boys volleyball team recently closed out the regular season on a sizzling note. The hard-charging Wildcats reeled off four consecutive victories over Lackawanna Trail, Blue Ridge, Pocono Mountain East and Pocono Mountain West. With these wins, coach Darren Thorpe’s squad finished up the campaign with an overall record of 15-7. “I’m happy,” Thorpe said. “We are right about where I expected we’d be at this point in the season.
National Park Service: River closed in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area

1 week ago | tricountyindependent.com | Kathryne Rubright

The Delaware River is closed within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area until water levels recede far enough, the National Park Service announced May 9. The closure includes the river itself and all access points. It will reopen after the river crests and then falls below 15 feet at the Montague, New Jersey, gauge. As of 12:45 p.m. Friday, May 9, the water level was 11.97 feet, with a crest of 16.9 feet expected Saturday night, below flood stage.
Wayne and Pike counties are under a flood watch through Saturday morning

1 week ago | tricountyindependent.com | Peter Becker

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible in Wayne and Pike counties and surrounding areas, the National Weather Service in Binghamton, New York, warned on Friday morning, May 9. The flood watch is to continue through Saturday morning. "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations," the NWS bulletin reads. "Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
Taxes up in tentative Wallenpaupack Area School District budget for 2025-2026

1 week ago | tricountyindependent.com | Peter Becker

The tentative budget for the 2025-2026 school year at Wallenpaupack Area School District includes a tax increase. Wallenpaupack North Intermediate School will have a new principal starting July 1. Wallenpaupack's high school automotive program received accreditation from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence.