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Top Ice Cream Shops in Luzerne County

Northeast Pennsylvania is home to nearly as many ice cream shops as there are ways to eat the favorite summer treat. From a ‘smores sundae to a cone of butter pecan, milkshakes and root beer floats, there is a little something to bring out the kid in ever...

Celebrate 570 Day!

You can find so much in Northeast Pennsylvania! This corner of the state is packed with beautiful views, waterfalls, craft breweries, eateries serving up local flavor, heaps of history and one-of-a-kind businesses. Recognizing all the people and places th...

Small-Town Getaway, Big on Relaxation

By: Megan Filak

It’s called the “Gateway to the Five Mountains” and just driving down Route 11 in Shickshinny it’s easy to see how it earned its nickname. The small town’s center is surrounded by rolling mo...

Top Trout Fishing Spots in Luzerne County

Pennsylvania is home to some of the best trout fishing in the world, with a variety of trout found in state waters. Here in Luzerne County alone, there are more than 90 lakes and 130 streams which is why so fishermen are hooked on this part of Northeast P...

Easy-To-Reach Trail Leads to Beautiful View

By Pat Kobela, Guest Blogger

Bear Creek Preserve, located on Route 115 approximately seven miles past the Wilkes-Barre Exchange of the Pennsylvania Turnpike, is a quick reach for day hikers. With easy access the green and yellow trails, are accessible off ...

Short But Mighty

By: Pat Kobela, Guest Blogger

We are fortunate to have several parks and a huge network of trails in Luzerne County, Northeast Pennsylvania.  Some of our trails have reputations as great leisure hikes, ideal to bring dogs, interesting flo...

Grab Your Sneakers & Get Ready to Run

By: Pat Kobela, Guest Blogger

Getting outdoors to stretch your legs can be an important part of any trip, whether you’re traveling for work or for fun. In fact, it’s practically a must with all the beautiful scenery across Northeast Pennsylvania. Running i...

7 Reasons to Fall in Love with Luzerne County

By: Megan Filak

Sure we might be a little biased (obviously we really love Luzerne County!), but when it came time to write this blog narrowing down our reasons to just seven was pretty tough. So after some debate, discussion and passionate speeches here a...

Get on the Pizza Trail

Pizza is a staple in Northeast PA!  Just about every Luzerne County local has a favorite pizza place and will tell you no two are the same. Whether it’s with sweet sauce, fried dough or piled with peppers, served cold, round or square, family rec...