Forged in Northeast Pennsylvania: 250 Years of American Innovation
A free lecture by Ken Okrepkie, Wednesday, April 8th at WVIA StudiosFor more than 250 years, Northeastern Pennsylvania has helped power the nation. Join us for a compelling evening of stories tracing our region’s economic evolution — from the first commercial coal mine near Pittston in 1775 to today’s diversified economy. Come explore the industries that shaped our past — and continue to influence our future.
Event is Sold Out, but Standby Seats are Still Available
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The river was more than just a waterway, it was a spiritual, cultural and ecological backbone.
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Lake-Lehman vs. Crestwood (LIU Championship)
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Part of WVIA's Conversations for the Common Good Series.
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The rise of sports betting in the U.S. fueled significant increases in gambling addiction.
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The order comes as the Trump administration challenges a lower court ruling that the estimated $300-million project requires congressional approval. -
The proposed 250-feet-tall, white-and-gilded monument would stand on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., by the Potomac River. -
At a concert in Budapest, musicians and concertgoers express criticism of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's leadership.
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has long been accused of corruption. Sightseers now flock to his hometown as groups aim to raise awareness of what they say are the leader's excesses. -
In Hungary, voters head to the polls Sunday. At stake: the future for populist Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Europe's longest-serving leader - and an ally of Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
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Fans across the country tuned in to see the Artemis II crew make their splashy return to Earth. -
Cambodia is recognizing the life-saving contributions of a rat named Magawa with a statue. The late rat sniffed out landmines for a non-profit group, and in a short career helped find more than 100.
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