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DISTRICT 2 BASKETBALL: Holy Redeemer girls, Dallas boys set for championship games today

The number of games that went down to the wire, or were close late in the fourth quarter should have been enough to keep fans entertained enough to want to head to Mohegan Sun Arena beginning today as teams compete for a district championship.

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Maryland Police Seeking Witnesses to Fatal Crash in Salisbury

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TidalHealth Nanticoke designated a Cigna Healthcare Center of Excellence

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SEAFORD — TidalHealth Nanticoke has recently been designated a Cigna Healthcare Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery for its dedication to treating individuals living with morbid or extreme obesity.

“TidalHealth Nanticoke is proud to be recognized for meeting the rigorous selection criteria set by the Cigna Healthcare Centers of Excellence program,” said TidalHealth Nanticoke President, Penny Short, MSM, BSN, RN.

“We provide our patients with exceptional care, and it’s always gratifying to have this level of national designation to confirm that commitment to outstanding care and patient safety is on par with the best bariatric programs in America.”

There continues to be a prevalence of morbid obesity on the Delmarva Peninsula and with it an inherent risk of several associated complications. The bariatric program at TidalHealth Nanticoke helps patients eliminate those risk factors every day through and number of options including bariatric surgery.

The Seaford hospital has implemented a systematic approach to improving quality of life, which makes available to patients the very best surgical options and outcomes, education, nutritional lifestyle changes and exercise; all of which are essential to success.

TidalHealth Nanticoke’s commitment to quality bariatric care includes appropriately trained team members, leaders, and surgeons who participate regularly in meetings to review surgical outcomes. They seek continuous improvement to enhance the bariatric program’s structure, processes, and outcomes.

Cigna Healthcare makes information about the quality and cost of healthcare services available to its members to assist them in making informed decisions about their healthcare needs.

In line with this goal, Cigna recognizes hospitals and facilities in its network that offer specialized clinical services for certain health conditions. Facilities, like TidalHealth Nanticoke, are selected for consistently delivering outstanding evidence-based, safe bariatric care.

To learn more about bariatric surgery, weight loss and wellness services available at TidalHealth Nanticoke and at the…

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H.S. Boys Basketball: Nanticoke Area edged by Honesdale in D2-4A quarters

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Raging fire ravages Edwardsville businesses

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TidalHealth Nanticoke’s 4th Quarter 2023 Team Members of the Quarter

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SEAFORD — TidalHealth Nanticoke announces the 4th Quarter 2023 Team Members of the Quarter.

Albert Anderson of Environmental Services is TidalHealth Nanticoke’s 4th Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services.

Mr. Anderson is known for going above and beyond. His dedication to detail and doing his part to present a well-kept facility is evident on multiple campuses. On several occasions, he has been seen going the extra mile to “spruce up” an area. When it was mentioned to him, he responded, “It’s how I’d want it done if it were mine.” His attention to detail and dedication to his role are greatly appreciated.

Robert “Bob” Seeley of Radiology is TidalHealth Nanticoke’s 4th Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Professional Services.

Mr. Seeley joined TidalHealth Nanticoke in July 1996. Over the years, he has held many different positions including bedside nursing on the floors and in the Intensive Care Unit. In his current role, Mr. Seeley is the linchpin that makes interventional radiology work. When it is time for a procedure, his bedside manner shines through. He epitomizes the definition of true community spirit.

Kathy Byrd of the Emergency Department is a TidalHealth Nanticoke 4th Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Nursing Services.

Ms. Byrd has consistently displayed exceptional dedication to the trauma program, completing tasks and exhibiting unparalleled attention to detail since taking over the trauma registrar position. Her background as a critical care paramedic brings the prehospital piece to the trauma program. She consistently exceeds expectations and delivers outstanding results. She has a remarkable work ethic, often working long hours and going the extra mile.

Mary Holston of the Progressive Care Unit is a TidalHealth Nanticoke 4th Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Nursing Services.

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Nanticoke Area names Dennis head football coach

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H.S. Football: Scott Dennis named new head coach at Nanticoke Area

Nanticoke Area didn’t have to look far to find someone with extensive head coaching experience to take over its football program.

The school board voted 8-0 Thursday night to hire Scott Dennis, a Nanticoke Area assistant who previously had been a head coach at two schools. Board president Tony Prushinski didn’t attend the board meeting.

Dennis takes over for Ron Bruza, who resigned shortly after Nanticoke Area completed a 7-5 season, its first winning record since 2018, and played in the District 2 Class 4A playoffs.

Bruza coached Nanticoke Area for 14 seasons, compiling a 70-85 record. He inherited a program which was 1-29 over its previous three seasons and coached the Trojans to four appearances in the Eastern Conference playoffs and three in the District 2 playoffs.

Dennis began his head coaching career at Holy Redeemer in 2014, finishing with a 4-16 record in two season. He then left to coach Central Columbia.

After Central Columbia finished 4-6 in 2016, Dennis coached the Blue Jays to four consecutive winning records. They lost in the District 2 Class 2A semifinals to Southern Columbia in 2017 and the D2-3A semifinals to Loyalsock in 2019. Central Columbia also lost in the D4-2A quarterfinals in 2018.

Central Columbia finished 5-3 in a 2020 season shortened because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Blue Jays struggled in Dennis final season at the helm in 2021, finishing 3-7 and being shut out four times.

Dennis finished with a 36-27 record at Central Columbia. Nanticoke Area athletic director Ken Bartuska said four candidates were interviewed.

Nanticoke Area is the second Wyoming Valley Conference team which will have a new head coach in 2024. Joe DeLucca was hired in mid-January to replace Nick Barbieri at Pittston Area. Barbieri retired following…

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Informational meeting held on Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge options

During an informational meeting Monday, state and federal representatives agreed to assist Luzerne County in seeking additional funding for the Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge.

County officials are exploring options because the county-owned span over the Susquehanna River was downgraded to a 15-ton weight limit in 2020 due to issues found in an inspection.

The partial replacement recommended by Alfred Benesch and Associates would cost an estimated $39.6 million. The company was hired by the county to study the bridge and determine the “best and most economical option.”

Some local officials are pushing for full replacement, which would cost $64 million based on the engineer’s estimate.

The county has access to $55 million from casino gambling revenue, which means another $9 million would have to be found if a council majority chooses a new bridge.

Council Chairman John Lombardo also pointed out Monday that using the entire $55 million casino-funded infrastructure pool on the Nanticoke/West Nanticoke bridge would leave no funds to cover other projects that had been on the county’s list for completion if funds remained.

These projects: Main Road in Hunlock and Ross townships; Lower Demunds Road and Upper Demunds Road in Dallas and Franklin townships; Ransom Road in Dallas and Franklin townships; Church Road in Wright Township; Oak Hill Road and Crestwood Drive in Wright Township; Old Airport Road in Butler Township; and Hanover Street in Hanover Township.

Lombardo said the partial replacement option recommended by Benesch addresses the same safety issues and weight loads as the new bridge option but costs less.

The Benesch-recommended plan would replace the three truss spans with four new steel bridge spans on new piers, replace the beams and deck on the 21 approaching spans and repair existing piers and abutments.

With this option, the…

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