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Thomas P. (Tom) Havens

Thomas P. (Tom) Havens, a resident of Brockport, NY, passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024 at Wilmot Cancer Center at Strong Hospital.

Tom was born on May 13, 1944, in Maryland to the late Chester and Kathryn Havens. He spent his early childhood years in New York before moving with his family to the Honey Pot section of Nanticoke, Pennsylvania.

After graduating from Nanticoke High School, Tom earned a bachelor’s degree in history from Mansfield College and a master’s degree in education from SUNY Geneseo. A lifelong history enthusiast, he dedicated his career to educating others and taught a variety of history classes at Attica High School from 1966-1993. During his tenure, Tom served as a class advisor, track and field coach (including coaching the 1971 team that was inducted into the Attica Athletic Hall of Fame in 2021), and wrestling coach, earning the affectionate nickname “TH” from his students.

In addition to his parents, Tom was predeceased by brother Terrance (Terry) Havens and brothers-in-law Frank Mutrynowski, George Perkins, George Kalweit, and Bernie Panasiewicz.

Tom is survived by his two children, Brian Havens of Batavia, NY, and Jocelyn (Havens) Sikorski, and granddaughters Paige and Peyton Sikorski of Alexander, NY. Additionally, he is survived by his longtime partner, Lynda Morrill of Brockport, her children Lawrence (Larry) Richmond, Lisa Richmond, Raelene Richmond, and Daniel Richmond, along with their grandchildren.

Tom was the second oldest of 13 siblings and is survived by sisters Sandra Mutrynowski (Nanticoke), Patricia Kalweit (Virginia Beach, VA), Kathy Panasiewicz (Larksville), Darla Perkins (Hunlock Creek), Sharon Ostopowicz (Nanticoke), Peggy Ostopowicz (Nanticoke), Debra Havens (Honey Pot), Maureen Honeychurch (Nanticoke), and brothers Mike Havens (Nanticoke), Shawn Havens (Phoenix, AZ), and Kevin Havens (Larksville). He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, whom he cherished.

There will be no calling hours. Family and friends…

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James Edward Bojonny “Bo”

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Post date January 31, 2024
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Luzerne County Council mulling options for Nanticoke/West Nanticoke bridge project

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Post date January 30, 2024
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Teen to stand trial on attempted murder charges in Nanticoke shooting

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Post date January 29, 2024
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Unearthed Artifact: Possible 19th Century Slave Child’s Shackle Sparks Historical Intrigue

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Post date January 28, 2024
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CAMBRIDGE, MD – Linda Harris, the Executive Director of the Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center, may have a crucial link to the 19th century as she holds a recently discovered artifact believed to be a shackle worn by a slave child.

The significant find was presented to the museum by a resident of Wicomico County, who found it while magnet fishing in a creek that feeds into the Nanticoke River. According to Harris, “This was brought to us yesterday [Thursday] by a person who lives in Wicomico County near the Nanticoke River, and he is a magnet fisher.”

Upon closer examination, Harris drew parallels between the artifact and images of shackles worn by children in the 19th century, particularly around 1840 and 1850. “I pulled up images of shackles of children during that period of the 19th century around 1840, 1850, and this resembles those shackles,” said Harris.

The discovery has sparked numerous questions and speculations for Harris. “Of course, stories were swirling around in my head. Could this have been a shackle that was taken off, and the child was fleeing with his family or parents? Or could he have been thrown in the water and died? I don’t know. It’s all speculation, but it’s just a reminder of what happened here,” she reflected.

The artifact, believed to have been submerged for more than 150 years, is being carefully preserved. Harris mentioned that they are keeping it wrapped in moist paper towels to prevent oxidation. The museum plans to consult with an archaeologist soon to delve deeper into the historical significance of the finding.

The Harriet Tubman Museum and Education Center in Cambridge aims to have the artifact on public display by early February, offering visitors a tangible connection to the 19th-century struggles of enslaved individuals.

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HS BASKETBALL: Nanticoke Area rallies past Hanover Area

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Post date January 27, 2024
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Jaidyn Johnson returned after missing games because of a facial injury to score 17 points and Gavin Turak scored eight to help Nanticoke Area edge Hanover Area, 43-42, in a Wyoming Valley Conference boys basketball game Friday at Hanover Area.

Liam Mullery and Mathias Mitchell each scored six for the Trojans.

Noah Dewey led Hanover Area with 18 points. Lael Hayward and Gernard Williams each scored seven.

Nanticoke Area (43) — J. Johnson 5 6-8 17, G. Turak 4 0-4 8, M. Mitchell 3 0-0 6, L. Mullery 3 0-0 6, A. Michel 2 0-0 4, E. Spencer 1 0-0 2, P. Remley 0 0-0 0, R. Brogan 0 0-0 0, Totals 18 6-12 43.

Hanover Area (41) — N. Dewey 8 2-2 18, L. Hayward 2 1-2 7, G. Williams 2 3-4 7, A. Kistner 2 0-0 6, S. Florek 1 1-2 3, M. Downey 0 0-0 0, Totals 15 7-10 41.

Nanticoke Area 13 8 8 14—43

Hanover Area 9 8 15 9—41

3-point goals: J. Johnson (NA) 1, A. Kistner (HA) 2, L. Hayward (HA) 2.

Dallas 67, Berwick 47

At Berwick, Michael Cumbo scored a game-high 22 points and Nick Williams scored 16 to lead Dallas over Berwick.

Zach Paczewski and Jude Nocito each scored 10 points for the Mountaineers.

Billy Hanson led Berwick with 18 points.

Dallas (67) — M. Cumbo 8 3-4 22, N. Williams 8 0-0 16, Z. Paczewski 4 0-0 10, J. Nocito 4 0-0 10, D. Jones 1 0-0 3, C. Faux 1 0-0 2, D. Zangardi 0 2-2 2, B. Zapoticky 1 0-0 2, P. Flanagan 0 0-2 0, C. Flanagan 0 0-0 0, J. Karosa 0 0-0 0, Totals 27 5-8 67.

Berwick (47) — B. Hanson 8 1-2 18, K. Hickman 4 0-1 11, N. Marquez 0 0-0 0, Totals 12 1-3…

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Woman dead, man injured in attempted murder-suicide in Nanticoke

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Post date January 26, 2024
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Police investigating murder-suicide in Nanticoke

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Post date January 25, 2024
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NANTICOKE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A community is reeling after a shocking murder-suicide in Nanticoke

Both people have now been identified and authorities are continuing to investigate.

According to a search warrant, at around 8:26 p.m. Monday, Nanticoke police were called to 389 East Union Street for two shooting victims.

Upon arrival, officers found a 23-year-old female, 21-year-old male, and an 11-year-old juvenile female.

Investigators observed a male at the top of the stairs with a gunshot wound to the head, and a black pistol laying on his body. He was later identified as Scott Richards.

Richards was taken to the hospital for emergency medical treatment. He was intubated and put on life support, but died Tuesday at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center according to the coroner.

In the middle bedroom, officers came upon a female with a gunshot wound to the head with no pulse, identified as Carrie Boneforte.

Police say a hole was observed near Richards, a firearm, spent shell casing, and a live round of ammunition at the top of the stairs.

The coroner’s office ruled Boneforte’s death as a homicide, while Richards’ death is ruled a suicide.

FOX56 spoke to a neighbor who came outside to see what was happening.

“My ring camera picked up the sirens and all of that on the street. I went outside and saw a lot of people standing outside. I overheard they had a lot of domestic violence situations and a lot of different family problems at home,”

“They also have an 11-year-old daughter, that’s also a big sink in my heart because I have three kids,”

Nanticoke Police Chief Michael Roke says that it was a “domestic/isolated incident that had escalated to that point.” There is no danger to the public.

Neighbors here are devastated by the news, and are saddened for the children who they say are living in the…

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Greater Nanticoke Area keeping superintendent for 5 more years

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Post date January 24, 2024
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Police say 1 woman dead, 1 man injured in Nanticoke

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Post date January 23, 2024
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