Legislators meet with DEP Sec.
A sit-down between local legislators and DEP Secretary John Hanger was held last week over new on-lot sewage system policies.
State Senator Lisa Baker, and State Reps. Sandra Major (R-111), Mike Peifer (R-139), and Edward Staback (D-115) shared Wayne County’s concerns over DEP’s...
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Man injured in snowmobile accident
Steve Motichka, owner of Rent-E-Equip in Honesdale, was injured Friday morning during a snowmobiling accident in Rileyville.
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FACE OFF: Is America special to God?
Below are two opposing opinions from guest commentators on the topic, "IS AMERICA SPECIAL TO GOD?" The Wayne Independent is planning a weekly series of FACE OFF commentators and YOU are welcome and needed to participate. Contact Managing Editor Peter Becker at...
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GHP Shop Local Committee offers sign contest
The newly formed Greater Honesdale Partnership’s Shop Local committee invites all GHP member businesses to create a “Shop Local” sign and WIN!
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Caregiver Support Group to meet Wed., March 10
If you are in need of an understanding ear, knowledgeable advice, helpful information, compassionate counseling and the interaction of people who experience similar needs and situations, you are welcome to join this group.
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Area code hearing Thursday night
Wayne County could receive additional phone area code
A public hearing is set for Thursday night in Scranton to discuss the inevitable change in the 570 area code, expected to occur in 2011.
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Stourbridge Lion Project team meets
Volunteers to build working replica of 1829 locomotive
Promote Honesdale's railroad legacy
Tender to be built first
A project by a dedicated group of railroad enthusiasts, with a goal to advance heritage tourism in Wayne County, is steaming ahead. The first priority in...
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Memorial Fund to aid people with disabilities
In memory of Michael J. Bryant
Applications for $800 annual grant needed by April 15
The Michael J. Bryant Memorial Fund will begin awarding grant monies this spring, totaling $800 annually, to people with physical or developmental disabilities.
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Dog licenses available in Waymart
A professional with the Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement for Region 3- servicing Pike & Wayne Counties for the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture will be volunteering time to assist community members comply with PA State Dog Laws. License renewals/sales will be offered “off...
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Home burglarized in Northern Wayne
Pa. State Police at Honesdale are currently investigating a burglary that occurred March 3rd at a residence near Smokin’ Joe’s, SR 191, Buckingham Twp., in northern Wayne County.
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