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Dean’s Lists 6/15
Misericordia University
Misericordia University announces its spring 2025 dean’s list. Students qualify for the dean’s list with a grade point average of 3.55 or higher. The following local students were named to the dean’s list:
A: Siwar Abdo, Dallas; Matthew Albrecht, Wyoming; Lauren Amend, Mountain Top; Brian Antigua, Duryea; Abigail Armitage, Avoca; Megan Armitage, Avoca; Matthew Ash, Sweet Valley; Aleia Atherton, Wilkes-Barre; Bradley Augenstein, Duryea; Bianka Avila, Plains Twp.
B: Lexi Baggett, Shavertown; Makayla Banks, Nanticoke; Erynn Barancho, Plains Twp.; Mason Baranski, Wyoming; Sabrina Barlow, Dallas; Krista Biago, Plains Twp.; Rebecca Biddinger, Sugar Notch; Olivia Bilbow, Mountain Top; Owen Blake, Shavertown; Dayonna Bobbett, Wilkes-Barre; Ryan Bonin, West Wyoming; Kylee Bork, Wilkes-Barre; William Brady, Mountain Top; Madison Brdaric, Shavertown; Aaliyah Brennan, Harveys Lake; Allyson Brodie, Hanover Twp.; Michael Brown, West Wyoming; Rylie Bucknavage, Harveys Lake; Arianna Bugno, Pittston; Elizabeth Burney, Pittston; Ella Burns, Dallas; Peyton Burns, Dallas.
C: Lauren Callahan, Harveys Lake; Ava Carey, Courtdale; Emma Carey, Shickshinny; Isabella Cassano, Shavertown; Litzy Castro, Wilkes-Barre; Damian Cavuto, Wyoming; Noah Ceklosky, Wapwallopen; Arianna Champi, Dupont; Alexi Chervenitski, Shavertown; Marina Ciavarella, Hanover Twp.; Nadia Costagliola, Pittston; Quinn Crispell, Swoyersville; Claire Cunningham, Wilkes-Barre.
D: Charlene Daisey, Wapwallopen; Madelyn Dalley, Kingston; Isabella Dalmas, Nanticoke; Taylor Dalmas, Sugar Notch; Ainsley Daubert, Noxen; Abigail Davitt, Duryea; Kara Domzalski, Shavertown; Thomas Doran, Dallas; Olivia Dowling, Shavertown; Janelle Dudek, Pittston Twp.; David Durko, Ashley.
E: Jennifer Eddy, Shickshinny; Alyssa Evans, Nanticoke.
F: Rebecca Fick, Dallas; Molly Fielding, Dallas; Adrianna Filler, Sugarloaf; Lindsey Franchella, Shickshinny; Paige Frank, Shavertown.
G: Caelan Gallagher, Dallas; Jerzey Gallagher, Ashely; Carmen Garcia, Wilkes-Barre; Melissa Giomboni, Plains Twp.; Anthony Giovinazzo, Edwardsville; Brooklyn Giovinazzo, Edwardsville; Jacob Greenfield, Harding; Tessily Gregory, Dallas.
H: Hailey Halagarda, Avoca; Reagan Halbach, Shavertown; Magdalyn Hallman, West Wyoming; Jayden Halstead, Wilkes-Barre; Brian Hannah, Tunkhannock; Deven Hazlak, White Haven; Riley Heller, Wapwallopen; Alana Hoats, West…
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“Iraq is a nation of profound history, strength, potential, and pride. By working together, Iraqis can continue to make meaningful strides towards stability, prosperity and human rights for all,” said Special Representative Mohamed Al Hassan, who also heads the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI).
He provided updates on political, human rights and other developments over the past six months, and the Mission’s ongoing support to the authorities as it prepares to leave at the end of the year.
UNAMI was established in 2003 and works to advance inclusive political dialogue as well as reconciliation at the national and community levels, among other mandated tasks.
Parliamentary elections ahead
At the outset, Mr. Hassan commended the Iraqi Government for providing humanitarian aid to people in Gaza, Lebanon, Yemen and Syria, and for supporting the new peace initiative between Türkiye and the Kurdistan Workers’ Party, a militant group known as PKK.
He said Iraq is well on the way to fresh parliamentary elections set for 11 November, and the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) is making notable progress towards polling day, with UNAMI’s technical support.
Although voter registration should conclude in the coming days, and nearly three-quarters of all voters have completed biometric registration, challenges and logistical concerns remain.
Supporting the vote
“But IHEC is committed to doing its best towards a free, fair and transparent election with the participation of all Iraqis without fear and intimidation,” he said.
“UNAMI will spare no effort in providing the most professional technical support towards this end, including efforts to promote the widest participation of women, youth and minorities.”
Mr. Al Hassan also reported on the aftermath of the successful parliamentary elections held in the Kurdistan region in northern Iraq last October. With formation of a regional government still outstanding, he called for a spirit of compromise to break the impasse.
Returnees from Syria
Turning…
DOYLESTOWN, PA — Policymakers and behavioral health professionals from across Bucks
County gathered in Doylestown to witness the raising of a roof truss for the Bright Path Center, a celebration of the behavioral health crisis stabilization center slated to open in spring 2026.
More than two dozen officials signed a wooden support truss, which contractors then lifted into place at the new Bright Path Center. It is under construction next to the existing Lenape Valley Foundation building at 500 N. West Street.
The first-of-its-kind center in Pennsylvania will serve families and individuals from Lower Bucks and Central Bucks.
“This is a special milestone,” said Lenape Valley Foundation CEO Dave Herold. “It’s more than steel, lumber and concrete. It celebrates a vision that is coming to life, a vision of inclusive, accessible, responsive behavioral health system for the residents of Bucks County.”
Officials who spoke in support of the center included Pennsylvania State Senator Steve Santarsiero; Bucks County Commissioners Robert J. Harvie Jr., Diane M. Ellis-Marseglia, and Gene DiGirolamo; Bucks County Director of Human Services Rachael Neff; Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission Executive Director Diane Rosati; and Rob Hutchinson, president of the Lenape Valley Foundation board of directors.
Rachael Neff, Bucks County Director of Human Services, signs a roof truss on June 5 in Doylestown for Bright Path Center, Bucks County’s first behavioral health crisis stabilization center, slated to open in spring 2026.
More than two dozen policymakers and officials gathered on June 5 in Doylestown to sign a ceremonial roof truss for Bright Path Center, Bucks County’s first behavioral health crisis stabilization center, slated to open in spring 2026.
Each speaker emphasized how deeply the community needs the services the center will offer. But Harvie pointed out that the…
Andrew Strode has been waiting his whole life for this moment.
At BKFC 78 on July 12, the undefeated Denver fighter challenges Gee Perez (5-1) for the Interim BKFC World Flyweight Championship at the legendary Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL.
Strode has quickly shot up the rankings in BKFC’s talent-rich, 125-pound weight class, amassing a 3-0 record since signing with the promotion in 2023. All of Strode’s wins have come by stoppage, including finishes over perennial contenders Tyler Randall and Chancy Wilson in his two most recent trips to the Squared Circle.
“This is the biggest test of my career,” the unbeaten Strode says ahead of his summertime clash in Florida.
“I’ve been boxing for 20 years, but this is bigger than all of my previous fights put together. This is the first time that I’ve ever fought for a belt on the professional stage.”
Despite the high stakes, Strode is approaching this fight the same way he has approached his previous matchups in the Squared Circle.
“It’s business as usual, and I’m keeping everything in perspective — it’s just another day at the office for me,” Strode says.
“I’ve been fighting every day my whole life, preparing for this moment, and I’m just ready.”
Strode is proud to represent Denver in the world’s fastest growing combat sports promotion. He’s driven to follow BKFC World Cruiserweight Champion Chris Camozzi and become the second BKFC World Titlist from The Mile High City.
“I’m taking the win and I’m taking the belt home to Denver. I know my opponent is a great fighter and he’s going to come to fight, but this belt is coming home with me,” he says.
“This is everything that I’ve dreamed and worked for since I was a kid.”
COLUMBUS – As part of the America 250-Ohio celebration, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is hosting a special competition for Ohio students who love the outdoors. ODNR’s America 250 Field Trip competition offers students in grades 3 through 12 a chance to participate in an exclusive field trip of their choice with ODNR staff.
“These field trips are one-of-a-kind activities that truly highlight some of the most unique aspects of Ohio and our natural resources,” said ODNR Director Mary Mertz. “I look forward to seeing all the submissions from our young people across the state and seeing what nature means to them, especially in this celebratory year!”
Students can submit art or a written essay as part of ODNR’s America 250 Field Trip Competition. Photo courtesy ODNR.
Contest applications for ODNR’s America 250 Field Trip are now being accepted online. To enter the contest, students will submit either a piece of artwork or short essay about how Ohio’s natural resources have played a role in their life. One winner will be selected for each of the following categories:
- Art: Grades 3-5
- Art: Grades 6-8
- Art: Grades 9-12
- Writing: Grades 3-5
- Writing: Grades 6-8
- Writing: Grades 9-12
Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of ODNR staff for all six categories. Winners who are selected can choose from a variety of field trips put together by staff. Some amazing examples of exclusive experiences are as follows:
Step Back in Time: Heritage Hike at Mohican State Park
Join historians and park naturalists on an exclusive guided hike as you explore the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). This special hike will take you along the scenic Lyons Falls Trail to Pleasant Hill Trail, where you’ll uncover the stories behind the CCC’s…
HAMILTON, Canada
The UN envoy for Iraq on Tuesday said the country is progressing toward further “stability, prosperity, and regional integration,” with upcoming elections marking a key step forward.
“I would like to mention the most notable developments, at the forefront of which is Iraq’s drive towards more stability, prosperity, and regional integration,” Mohamed Al Hassan, the UN special representative and head of the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), said at a UN Security Council session.
He emphasized that “Iraq is well on its way to another national parliamentary election, set for 11 November 2025,” while acknowledging existing logistical challenges.
“Iraq’s Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) is committed to doing its best towards a free, fair and transparent election,” he said, pledging UNAMI’s “most professional technical support towards.”
Al Hassan further stressed the importance of cooperation between Baghdad and Erbil, calling it “a partnership that necessitates ongoing dialogue and collaboration, grounded in the Constitution of Iraq, to effectively address and resolve any outstanding issues between the two sides.”
He raised concerns over internally displaced persons, noting that while Iraq is making progress on returns from northeast Syria, the situation “continues to demand urgent attention.”
“Commitment to human rights is at the heart of Iraq’s stability and development,” he added.
Hailing the resumption of Iraq-Kuwait border talks, the UN envoy called them “a welcome development” and stressed: “Continued efforts to rebuild trust and confidence between the two brotherly neighbors are essential for forging a more stable and cooperative future.”
With just over six months remaining on UNAMI’s mandate, he assured the council of a “structured transition according to schedule,” thanking Iraq’s transition team.
“I wish to reiterate my confidence in the resilience of the Iraqi people and the determination of their leaders,” he said.
UNAMI is a political mission established by the 2003 UN Security Council Resolution 1500 at the request…
Leonard Mazur OBITUARY
Leonard Mazur, 66, of Orchard Street, Warrior Run, and formerly of Hanover Township, passed away Thursday, June 23, 2016, at home surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness.
He was born in Nanticoke on Nov. 11, 1949, the son of the late Leonard F. and Martha Bonning. He attended Nanticoke area schools and was a former member of Good Shepherd Polish National Church, Plymouth.
He was employed for 42 years as a forklift operator by Metro Wire, Wilkes-Barre.
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and was proud to serve his country in the U.S. Navy from 1969 to 1971. He was the recipient of the National Defense Medal.
Len was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and riding his ATV with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Frank and Minnie Mazur, Plymouth; maternal grandparents, Frease and Stella Bonning, West Nanticoke; and numerous aunts and uncles.
Surviving are his wife of 45 years, the former Barbara (Dombroski) Mazur, at home; and sons, Len Mazur, Hanover Township; and Robert Mazur and his wife, Elfete, Hanover Township.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, with a Blessing service at 10:30 a.m. from George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 105 N. Main St., Ashley.
Interment will be in Good Shepherd Polish National Cemetery, West Nanticoke.
Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday.
The family would like to express their deep gratitude to Dr. Nicholas Chiumento and the entire staff of Hospice of the Sacred Heart for the wonderful care and compassion given to Len in his time of need.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Stroke Association, 9707 E. Easter Lane, Suite B, Centennial, CO 80112.
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