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Support abounds for North Pocono restaurateur detained by ICE

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Leigh Gerardi said she felt “physically sick” when she heard that federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers had detained Nasario Damian Contreras, a restaurateur and respected member of the North Pocono community currently being held at the Pike County Correctional Facility.

ICE arrests co-owner of three Lackawanna County restaurants

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Immigration agents detained the co-owner of three restaurants in Lackawanna County’s North Pocono region last week, family members said Monday.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested Nasario Damian (Contreras), 45, a native of Mexico, on Tuesday outside Isabella’s Eatery in Jefferson Twp., his son, Erik Arceno, said.

Arceno, 22, said he got a call that day informing him of the arrest and rushed to Isabella’s.

PA Route 6 guide and map

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Pennsylvania’s Route 6

“One of America’s most scenic drives….” (National Geographic)
“Pennsylvania’s Best Touring Route!” (Harley-Davidson)

US Route 6 in Pennsylvania is the heart of the American Dream. This magical and tranquil highway along the Keystone State’s northern tier is 400-plus miles of history and heritage, small-town culture, friendly people, and wondrous sights too-often forgotten.

Good Things Are Happening Fest

Scranton’s Good Things Are Happening Fest is the culmination of what makes this city great – a day of music, art, food, drink, and vendors, held at the historic Iron Furnaces. Named after the famous local news station segment, this inaugural event was born from a spontaneous "what if?” tweet. Indebted to many local organizers already working to push alternative culture forward, Good Things Are Happening pays homage to this mentality. Since August 2022, the festival has positively impacted the city, reinforcing the need for music, arts, and collaboration to continue.

Wine in the Woods

A wine festival with multiple wineries and craft vendors. Proceeds to benefit Elmhurst -Roaring Brook Volunteer Fire Co. Rain or Shine Event. In the event of a cancellation beyond our control, no refunds will be issued and your admission will be considered a donation to the Elmhurst Roaring Brook Volunteer Fire Co

112 Municipal Ln, Elmhurst Twp, PA 18444

 

 

National Night Out in Throop, PA

20+ years ago then Chief Furiosi and Officer Keith Jones began our community event.  This year Officer Jones is retiring and will lead our parade through town.   Come out wish him well, meet your officers and emergency personnel. Our Civic Center is on hand to make sure everyone has a great time.  If your organization is interested in participating, please contact either Officer Scott Syryla syrylas@throoppolice.org or Sergeant Bill Hazelton Hazeltonw@throoppolice.org