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Luzerne County.
county in Pennsylvania, United States
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Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties are facing a shared need for local government accountability measures.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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Neighboring counties in Luzerne and Lackawanna passed similar referendums.Some support1 report
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Ampliform plans to plant solar panels in Luzerne County, with the company being headquartered in Montgomery County.Some support1 report
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PPL is building power plants in Luzerne County to support new data center projects.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Rick Morelli was appointed to serve on the Luzerne County Election Board.Some support3 reports
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The Greater Wyoming Valley YMCA provides childcare support for working families in Luzerne County.Some support1 report
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Dan Naylor, a Republican Representative, commented on county voter trends in Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties.Some support1 report
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Township residents were represented by Jack Dean during a meeting held at Hazleton Area High School.Some support1 report
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The Luzerne Foundation established the Millennium Circle, naming Pedri as its president, to support local organizations in Luzerne County.Some support1 report
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John Lombardo was elected to Luzerne County Council, and he and Jim Haddock are running in the 118th state House district.Well supported3 reports
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John Yudichak leads the Luzerne County Community College community.Well supported11 reports
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Hazleton hosts ballot drop boxes while Emily Cook serves as the Election Director for Luzerne County.Some support3 reports
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Roselle is identified as a division head in Luzerne County, and Wilkes-Barre is the county seat of Luzerne County.Some support1 report
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Cole and Todd Blanche attended a meeting in Luzerne County on October 19, 2026.Some support1 report
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Hazleton voters opposed a county-wide project, leading the county to select Wilkes-Barre for the arena development.Some support1 report
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Mount Carmel is located in Northumberland County, and Jeff Cusat leads city planning in Luzerne County.Some support1 report1 development inside
One to three months ago
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Ballot measures proposing similar insider trading bans are being spearheaded by Nepa in Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties.Some support1 report
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A village in Luzerne County was identified as a center of the mining industry.Some support1 report
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The Luzerne Foundation is addressing community needs through strategic grantmaking in Luzerne County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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An incident involving county officials and defendants has occurred in Luzerne County.Some support2 reports
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Penn State Wilkes-Barre campus is located in Luzerne County, and the Shenango campus is located in Mercer County.Some support5 reports1 development inside
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AWS is driving demand for skilled trades as its projects are located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.Some support1 report
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Misericordia University properties are being sold by the Board of Trustees, which is located in Dallas, Luzerne County.Some support1 report
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Projects spanning Schuylkill and Luzerne Counties are under review by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding their economic impact.Some support1 report
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Lisa Baker supports investments in local projects in Luzerne County.Some support1 report
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Regional support sustains an event tradition, with research ties anchored in Scranton.Some support1 report
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A center monitored judicial system issues within Luzerne County.Some support4 reports
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South Valley, located in Luzerne County, is poised for a major financial boost due to data center development.Some support1 report
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Luzerne County is utilizing Flock camera systems along Route 309.Some support2 reports
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Security concerns stemming from the war in Afghanistan are manifesting as local security issues in Luzerne County, involving the White House and the Pentagon.Some support1 report
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A partnership is needed for a grant application involving Luzerne County and Hanover Township.Some support2 reports
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A renewable energy project is planned that straddles Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties.Some support2 reports
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Luzerne County is managing flood protection systems along the Susquehanna River and securing emergency funding for county projects.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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The Susquehanna River is threatening West Pittston with flooding, leading Luzerne County to formally endorse a flood protection project.Some support1 report
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Lancaster County attorney represents the committee reviewing the potential repeal of an ordinance.Some support1 report
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Dan Meuser, representing the 9th Congressional District, received questions from Luzerne County regarding the severe weather and widespread flooding in Lycoming County on September 3, 2026.Some support1 report
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County government in Luzerne County adopts an ordinance modeled after a precedent set in Lehigh County.Some support5 reports2 developments inside
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In Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre serves as the county seat while Lawrence verifies referendum signatures for the county.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Luzerne County utilizes Wilkes-Barre for its county seat functions, including Superior Court sessions.Some support1 report
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Alec Ryncavage promotes a petition effort concerning the county ordinance in Luzerne County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Various officials, including Dan Meuser, Lisa Baker, and Secretary Duffy, attended a county bridge visit in Luzerne County.Some support1 report
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The Luzerne County Council has enacted an anti-discrimination ordinance, and Walter Griffith is exploring the option of a referendum against it.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Dallas Area Municipal Authority secured $1M federal funding to expand a pipeline beneath the Susquehanna River in Luzerne County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Luzerne County granted funding for a public safety project in Harveys Lake.Some support2 reports
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PUC proceedings are underway regarding utility service requests in Kansas City, involving a land use denial and testimony regarding an appeal loss.Some support1 report
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Mayor George Brown discussed future relocation plans on August 11th, while Albert's company partnered with a manufacturer in Lancaster regarding a housing project in Luzerne County.Some support2 reports
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The D&L Trail expansion project is underway, involving local officials in Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Griffith served as former county controller, and the commission in Luzerne County employs code enforcement attorneys.Some support1 report
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Luzerne County county council faces a potential referendum to amend its home rule charter.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Luzerne County council introduced a new ordinance while the clerk managed a referendum petition process.Some support1 report
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Potential increase in Luzerne County's board size from three to five was discussed.Some support1 report
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High poverty rates are being discussed in Luzerne County.Some support3 reports
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Marywood University hosted performances in Luzerne County for a county celebration.Some support1 report
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Linda McMahon discussed the repeal of a county ordinance in Luzerne County while associated with the Small Business Administration.Some support1 report
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Pursuing a referendum regarding insider trading prohibition in Luzerne County.Some support2 reports
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Dress For Success is establishing a new guidance center in Wilkes-Barre to serve Luzerne County.Some support1 report
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FEMA assisted in flood protection infrastructure projects in Luzerne County.Some support1 report
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An institute reports on health conditions across Luzerne, Lackawanna, and Wayne Counties in Pennsylvania.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A countywide referendum is underway in Luzerne County, affecting the status of local townships including Jenkins and Sugarloaf.Some support1 report
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Josh Shapiro oversees state budget allocations, providing grants for infrastructure projects like traffic signal upgrades in Luzerne County.Some support4 reports
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What's reaching Luzerne County
Events traced to Luzerne County, step by step, newest first- Hazleton's new charter could change financial ties with Luzerne CountyHazleton's new charter may shift financial dependency on Luzerne CountyPossible
- New radiation oncology care may improve access for Luzerne CountyNew radiation oncology care at Wilkes-Barre General may improve local access for Luzerne County residentsLikely
- Penn State Wilkes-Barre closure may impact Luzerne County's economyLuzerne County may face economic shifts following Penn State Wilkes-Barre closurePossible
- Penn State campus closures may reshape Luzerne County's economyPenn State campus closures may reshape Luzerne County's economyPossible
- Luzerne County may restructure elections office after new voting system switchLuzerne County may restructure elections office after new voting system switchLikely
- Wilkes-Barre sewer system sale may reshape Luzerne County planningLuzerne County may need to adapt regional planning due to Wilkes-Barre's utility salePossible
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- Levee accreditation may reduce flood risk for Luzerne CountyLevee accreditation may reduce flood risk for Luzerne County's county seatLikely
- Luzerne County may benefit from secured state funds for local projectsLuzerne County may see increased local investment from secured state funds.Possible
- Housing crisis in Luzerne County may strain local resourcesLuzerne County may face increased pressure to manage housing stock and blightPossible
- Luzerne County budget review targets December adoptionLuzerne County faces budget review and potential costs for new mail ballot boxesReported
Around Luzerne County this week
News at the entities that move Luzerne County most-
county council StructuralChris Ronayne and Dale Miller co-signed a letter, and Ronayne reported budget status to the county council.Moves Luzerne County
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PPL StructuralPPL and PSO traded in the red today amid a market decline on the Pakistan Stock Exchange.Moves Luzerne County
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Pennsylvania StructuralSocial Security payments are injecting money into the state economy of Pennsylvania.Moves Luzerne County
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Lackawanna County OperationalCatherine Fox voted against an eminent domain measure in Lackawanna County.Moves Luzerne County
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Medicare StructuralDonald Trump is reportedly considering potential future restrictions and cuts to both Medicare and Social Security benefits.Moves Luzerne County
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Amazon Web Services StructuralDave Brown, formerly of AWS, is set to succeed Santosh Janardhan as head of infrastructure at Meta.Moves Luzerne County
Connections
The 40 strongest of 286, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Anne E. Lazarus Structural
Anne E. Lazarus serves as the presiding judge of the superior court within Luzerne County.
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Wilkes-Barre Structural
Wilkes-Barre functions as the official county seat, hosting the centralized administrative operations of Luzerne County.
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Emily Cook Structural
Emily Cook serves as the Election Director for Luzerne County.
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Lackawanna County Operational
The counties actively coordinate on local governance issues, including shared policy referendums and participation in regional boards.
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county council Structural
The county council serves as the formal governing body responsible for enacting policy and ordinances within Luzerne County.
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PPL Structural
PPL is expanding its infrastructure and acquiring property within Luzerne County's jurisdiction.
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John Lombardo Structural
John Lombardo holds the formal position of an elected member of the Luzerne County Council.
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Hazleton Structural
Hazleton is a municipality situated within the administrative jurisdiction of Luzerne County, utilizing county services and infrastructure.
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Rob Bresnahan Structural
Rob Bresnahan holds an official capacity as a representative or member within the governmental structure of Luzerne County.
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Pennsylvania Structural
Luzerne County is a subordinate administrative unit within Pennsylvania, subject to state laws, funding, and regulatory oversight.
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Hart InterCivic Structural
Luzerne County relies on Hart InterCivic's equipment provided under a lease agreement for its primary election functions.
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Sugarloaf Structural
Sugarloaf is formally defined as a municipality located within Luzerne County.
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South Valley Structural
South Valley is a geographic or administrative subdivision contained within Luzerne County.
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Luzerne County Community College Structural
The college is structurally integrated into the county, serving the community and holding property as an anchor tenant.
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Jenkins Structural
Jenkins is formally recognized as a municipality contained within the jurisdiction of Luzerne County.
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Rick Morelli Structural
Rick Morelli serves on the Luzerne County Election Board.
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Ross Township Structural
Ross Township is administratively located within the boundaries of Luzerne County.
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Medicare Structural
Medicare provides healthcare coverage to residents within Luzerne County.
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Fernandes Structural
Fernandes serves as the appointed Coroner within the governmental structure of Luzerne County.
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Jeff Cusat Structural
Jeff Cusat serves in a leadership capacity for the city planning function within Luzerne County.
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Job Corps Structural
Luzerne County provides the necessary leased land base for Job Corps' vocational program operations.
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Michael Maguire Structural
Michael Maguire served as MOU lieutenant for Luzerne County.
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Amazon Web Services Structural
Amazon Web Services is building and locating data center complexes within the jurisdiction of Luzerne County.
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Sharon Lawrence Structural
Sharon Lawrence serves as the Clerk of Council for Luzerne County, managing administrative processes like referendum petitions.
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Roselle Structural
Roselle functions as a division head within the administrative structure of Luzerne County.
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George C. Brown Structural
George C. Brown holds a representative role within the governance and policy framework of Luzerne County.
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R.J. Corman Railroad Group Structural
R.J. Corman operates a specific line whose function is dependent on the jurisdiction of Luzerne County.
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Donald Trump Structural
President Trump's executive orders regarding mail voting impose formal functional requirements and policy dependencies upon Luzerne County.
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Dallas Township Structural
The countywide referendum process has the power to formally affect the operational status of local townships.
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Rachel James Structural
Rachel James functions as a code enforcement attorney employed by a commission within Luzerne County.
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Pennsylvania State Ethics Commission Structural
Luzerne County officials are subject to financial interest statement filing requirements overseen by the Pennsylvania State Ethics Commission.
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Walter Transactional
A held the specific office of county controller within Luzerne County.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Operational
FEMA provides functional assistance to Luzerne County regarding flood protection infrastructure projects.
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Lisa Baker Operational
Lisa Baker actively engages with Luzerne County by attending visits and supporting local investments.
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Lehigh County Structural
Luzerne County adopts ordinances modeled after precedents set by Lehigh County.
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Alec Ryncavage Operational
Alec Ryncavage is actively petitioning and engaging with the governmental processes of Luzerne County.
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clerk Structural
The clerk's office performs specific governmental functions, such as verifying referendum signatures, on behalf of the county.
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Wilkes-Barre General Hospital Shared context
Wilkes-Barre General Hospital provides cancer care services to Luzerne County.
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Alan K. Stout Structural
Alan K. Stout serves as the executive director for Visit Luzerne County.
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Amazon Shared context
Amazon conducted business operations, including NDAs and purchases, within Luzerne County, impacting local land values.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
4 events- Neighboring counties in Luzerne and Lackawanna passed similar referendums.
- Ampliform plans to plant solar panels in Luzerne County, with the company being headquartered in Montgomery County.
- PPL is building power plants in Luzerne County to support new data center projects.
- The Greater Wyoming Valley YMCA provides childcare support for working families in Luzerne County.
October 2026
11 events- Rick Morelli was appointed to serve on the Luzerne County Election Board.
- Dan Naylor, a Republican Representative, commented on county voter trends in Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties.
- Township residents were represented by Jack Dean during a meeting held at Hazleton Area High School.
- The Luzerne Foundation established the Millennium Circle, naming Pedri as its president, to support local organizations in Luzerne County.
- John Lombardo was elected to Luzerne County Council, and he and Jim Haddock are running in the 118th state House district.
- Hazleton hosts ballot drop boxes while Emily Cook serves as the Election Director for Luzerne County.
- Roselle is identified as a division head in Luzerne County, and Wilkes-Barre is the county seat of Luzerne County.
- Cole and Todd Blanche attended a meeting in Luzerne County on October 19, 2026.
- Hazleton voters opposed a county-wide project, leading the county to select Wilkes-Barre for the arena development.
- Ballot measures proposing similar insider trading bans are being spearheaded by Nepa in Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties.
- A village in Luzerne County was identified as a center of the mining industry.
September 2026
15 events- The Luzerne Foundation is addressing community needs through strategic grantmaking in Luzerne County.
- Penn State Wilkes-Barre campus is located in Luzerne County, and the Shenango campus is located in Mercer County.
- AWS is driving demand for skilled trades as its projects are located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania.
- Misericordia University properties are being sold by the Board of Trustees, which is located in Dallas, Luzerne County.
- Projects spanning Schuylkill and Luzerne Counties are under review by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regarding their economic impact.
- Lisa Baker supports investments in local projects in Luzerne County.
- Regional support sustains an event tradition, with research ties anchored in Scranton.
- South Valley, located in Luzerne County, is poised for a major financial boost due to data center development.
- Luzerne County is utilizing Flock camera systems along Route 309.
- Security concerns stemming from the war in Afghanistan are manifesting as local security issues in Luzerne County, involving the White House and the Pentagon.
- A partnership is needed for a grant application involving Luzerne County and Hanover Township.
- A renewable energy project is planned that straddles Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties.
- The Susquehanna River is threatening West Pittston with flooding, leading Luzerne County to formally endorse a flood protection project.
- Lancaster County attorney represents the committee reviewing the potential repeal of an ordinance.
- Dan Meuser, representing the 9th Congressional District, received questions from Luzerne County regarding the severe weather and widespread flooding in Lycoming County on September 3, 2026.
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August 2026
20 events- Mount Carmel is located in Northumberland County, and Jeff Cusat leads city planning in Luzerne County.
- An incident involving county officials and defendants has occurred in Luzerne County.
- A center monitored judicial system issues within Luzerne County.
- Luzerne County is managing flood protection systems along the Susquehanna River and securing emergency funding for county projects.
- Luzerne County utilizes Wilkes-Barre for its county seat functions, including Superior Court sessions.
- Various officials, including Dan Meuser, Lisa Baker, and Secretary Duffy, attended a county bridge visit in Luzerne County.
- Luzerne County granted funding for a public safety project in Harveys Lake.
- PUC proceedings are underway regarding utility service requests in Kansas City, involving a land use denial and testimony regarding an appeal loss.
- Mayor George Brown discussed future relocation plans on August 11th, while Albert's company partnered with a manufacturer in Lancaster regarding a housing project in Luzerne County.
- Griffith served as former county controller, and the commission in Luzerne County employs code enforcement attorneys.
- Luzerne County county council faces a potential referendum to amend its home rule charter.
- Luzerne County council introduced a new ordinance while the clerk managed a referendum petition process.
- Potential increase in Luzerne County's board size from three to five was discussed.
- Marywood University hosted performances in Luzerne County for a county celebration.
- Linda McMahon discussed the repeal of a county ordinance in Luzerne County while associated with the Small Business Administration.
- Dress For Success is establishing a new guidance center in Wilkes-Barre to serve Luzerne County.
- FEMA assisted in flood protection infrastructure projects in Luzerne County.
- An institute reports on health conditions across Luzerne, Lackawanna, and Wayne Counties in Pennsylvania.
- A countywide referendum is underway in Luzerne County, affecting the status of local townships including Jenkins and Sugarloaf.
- Josh Shapiro oversees state budget allocations, providing grants for infrastructure projects like traffic signal upgrades in Luzerne County.
July 2026
3 eventsJune 2026
7 events- Luzerne and Lackawanna Counties are facing a shared need for local government accountability measures.
- John Yudichak leads the Luzerne County Community College community.
- In Luzerne County, Wilkes-Barre serves as the county seat while Lawrence verifies referendum signatures for the county.
- Alec Ryncavage promotes a petition effort concerning the county ordinance in Luzerne County.
- The Luzerne County Council has enacted an anti-discrimination ordinance, and Walter Griffith is exploring the option of a referendum against it.
- The D&L Trail expansion project is underway, involving local officials in Wilkes-Barre and Luzerne County.
- Pursuing a referendum regarding insider trading prohibition in Luzerne County.