Bookmarks

The hundreds of attendees at the first Electric City Love Con were eager to discuss some of their favorite reads while lining up for autographs and books from more than 100 romance authors.

Reading any genre can introduce us to new perspectives or ways of thinking, but memoirs in particular help us meet real people and learn from their life stories.

July 21, 2025 – Temple Dental is coming to Tamaqua with its brand new rural dentistry track. The program is set to start as early as 2026 with the goal of addressing gaps in rural dentistry. Northeast Pennsylvania’s first hip-hop festival returns this summer with more talent. And, book recommendations from Osterhout Free Library’s annual tent sale.

Browsing the tables of a library book sale is like going on a treasure hunt. For this week's recommendations, we asked some bookish treasure hunters at the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library's annual tent sale for some of their favorite reads.

In honor of our nation’s birthday, this week’s recommendations take you on a journey through United States history.

Only about one third of 4th graders in Pennsylvania are proficient in reading. That’s according to the latest federal numbers. And, get some reading recommendations for your next beach trip with this week's Bookmarks.

It's officially summertime, and if a good book is one of your beach bag must-haves, this week's recommendations are for you.

A year-old nonprofit in Union County offers re-entry and recovery services. And, find some reading recommendations for Pride Month.

June is Pride Month. Celebrations commemorate the Stonewall Uprising of 1969 and the progress made in LGBTQ+ rights. If you're hoping to celebrate with a new read, find the perfect themed reads for Pride Month in these recommendations.

May 26, 2025 - Next steps in replacing a Lackawanna County commission, Bookmarks and Community Connection.