Milford

For months, Congressman Rob Bresnahan has faced criticism for trading stocks after calling for a ban on congressional stock trading as a candidate. He says he wants a blind trust, but House rules thwarted that plan.

The Electric City Flower Show is Saturday in Scranton and NEPA Pridefest will begin with a parade in Wilkes-Barre Sunday.

The Pinchot Mansion in Pike County will host unique tours this Saturday. In Williamsport, a museum will offer half price for National Train Day and Maker Fest is happening at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds.

This weekend’s events include a Cherry Blossom Festival in Wilkes-Barre, a fishing derby in Pike County, a mac and cheese cookoff and more.

Scranton and Wilkes-Barre will host St. Patrick's Day parades this weekend, and two celebrations will be held in the Poconos later this month.

Grey Towers Heritage Association will host a lunch and learn with artists, Schuylkill County will celebrate Groundhog Day with the area's very own weather prognosticator, and hockey teams will battle at Wally Ice Fest.

Independent shop owners around Northeast Pennsylvania who offer unique or niche goods and services look to welcome shoppers on day aimed at promoting America's small businesses.

Milford, Pike County will host its inaugural St. Patrick’s Day parade Sunday, March 17.