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Restoration Efforts Help Quadruple Quail Population in Nanticoke River Wildlife Management Area
June 4, 2025 
Quail habitat on the Nanticoke River Wildlife Management Area. Photo by Rachael Pacella, Maryland Department of Natural Resources.
The softball-sized, onomatopoeically-named bobwhite quail needs four things in its habitat: a place to nest and raise its young, a place to hide from predators, a place with food, and a place for the winter.
A century ago it was easy to find all four. By a decade ago, it was almost impossible. The groundbird’s early morning “poor, bob-white” calls that have long been a fixture of rural life were fading.
But today, quail are calling once again in the Nanticoke River Wildlife Management Area in Wicomico County, thanks to habitat restoration by the Maryland Wildlife and Heritage Service.
Wild Turkey and Upland Game Bird Project Manager Bob Long is leading the department’s efforts to restore quail in Maryland. In addition to making improvements on public lands, Long and private groups such as Chesapeake Bay Quail Forever are encouraging private property owners to make quail-friendly improvements.
Northern bobwhite quail. Photo by Rachel Rahm, submitted to the 2023 Maryland DNR Photo Contest.
Overall, quail have declined more than 90% in Maryland since the 1950s. A reduction in large predators through the centuries allowed smaller predators such as raccoons and foxes to thrive — bad news for the prey of those small predators, quail included.
Farming practices have also changed over time, as there are fewer small farms and more large farms on Delmarva, which tend to use every inch of land for crop production, which leaves limited space for the scrub and brush habitat where quail…
Thanks to a $1,000,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, students can complete the program at no cost until the end of the 2027 school year.
NANTICOKE, Pa. — Starting this fall, some students in Luzerne County will have the opportunity to graduate with a high school diploma on one hand and a college diploma on the other.
“We’re here today to celebrate the creation of the new Luzerne County Community College Career & Technology Academy,” says John Yudichak, President of LCCC.
The academy is based at LCCC’s campus in Nanticoke. The program offers students a 17-credit diploma for careers including welding, electrical technology, HVAC, plumbing, culinary arts, and early childhood education.
The first students in the two-year program will not pay anything thanks to grants from the state and scholarships funded by local business owner Bill Rinaldi.
“To me, the most important thing is for a young man is to get educated and have an opportunity. Opportunities at high-paying jobs are not common like they were,” says Rinaldi.
“We recognize we need to build that skilled workforce here in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Bill wanted to give back to the community. He wanted to give back to the college, and most importantly, he wanted to invest in the economy in Northeastern PA,” says Yudichak.
Bill Feist owns the welding company J&E Sheet Metal in Wilkes-Barre. He’s experienced a shortage of skilled workers in recent years and thinks this program will help fill the gap.
“I mean, without the skilled trades, without skilled employees, stuff like this, you can’t have schools. You can’t have buildings. You can’t have hospitals. It’s a high demand right now,” says Feist.
While the Career and Technology Academy will initially focus on students from the Wilkes-Barre CTC, West Side CTC, and Hazleton CTC,…
Haldimand-Norfolk MPP Bobbi Ann Brady is raising alarms about transparency and accountability at Queen’s Park, directly challenging Premier Doug Ford over what she sees as a dangerous pattern of broken promises and undemocratic governance under Bill 5.
Citing recent developments in Dresden, where the government reversed its commitment to an environmental assessment (EA) on a landfill site, Brady warned that constituents in Haldimand-Norfolk are watching closely—and growing wary of what’s next for the Nanticoke area.
Brady’s concerns come amid escalating controversy over Bill 5, a sweeping piece of legislation the Ford government is fast-tracking before the summer break.
The bill gives cabinet the authority to suspend provincial and municipal laws for select projects in designated “Special Economic Zones” and allows exemptions from consultation with Indigenous communities. Critics argue it also weakens environmental protections, including for endangered species.
First Nations leaders and environmental advocates have condemned the bill, with several hundred protesters gathering at Queen’s Park yesterday (Monday) chanting “Kill Bill 5” and calling for the legislation to be withdrawn. Many First Nations groups say the bill disregards their rights and bypasses any notion of partnership or consultation.
While Environment Minister Andrea Khanjin told the legislature that the Dresden site would still require an environmental approval, Brady questioned why the EA exemption remained in the legislation.
The NDP and Liberals attempted to delay Bill 5’s progress last week during committee hearings by using procedural tools, arguing the bill deserves more scrutiny.
Despite that, Government House Leader Steve Clark has moved to limit debate further, allowing just one hour of discussion before a final vote at third reading.
Several other bills are also being expedited with minimal or no committee hearings—some receiving just 30 minutes of third-reading debate in total.
Opposition parties have slammed the move, calling it undemocratic and a…
John Francis Patackas OBITUARY
John Francis Patackas, 75, of Scranton, died unexpectedly at home on Friday, May 18, 2018. He was born in Nanticoke, Pa. to the late Matthew and Bernice (Grisman) Patackas.
He received an associate degree in electrical and technology engineering from Penn State University. He was a member of the United States Army Reserve. He worked several years for PennDOT as a bridge surveyor. He also worked at McGregor Iron as a project manager for many years. He was currently semiretired and working from home for Pleasant Mount Welding, Carbondale, Pa.
John truly enjoyed life. When God made him, he broke the mold. He was always happy, never complained and would help anyone, anywhere at any time. He was one-of-a-kind. John also loved reading, writing and working in his garden. He was also a silent member of the band Main Offender. He was well-known in the neighborhood and was known as the “neighborhood dad” when his kids were growing up.
John’s greatest accomplishment in life was his family. He, along with his wife of 53 years, Rose, built a family of true unconditional love. He was a great role model for his children and grandchildren. He was proud to see his children grow up to be fine adults. He loved being a part of the different stages of their lives. His greatest role in life was that of being a grandfather. He spent countless hours with his grandchildren playing games, going for ice cream, mini-golf, amusement parks and Sunday dinners with the family. His grandchildren adored him immensely. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Surviving are his wife, Rose (Avena); children, John Patackas Jr. and wife, Teresita, Tunkhannock; Denise Cosgrove and husband, Bill, Scranton; Jeff Patackas and wife, Gena, Olyphant; and…
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COLLEGE SIGNINGS
Dallas swimming standout Lydia Gonzales will swim at Division I University of Connecticut. Front, from left: Apryl Gonzales, mother; Lydia Gonzales; Madelyn Gonzales, sister; and Matthew Gonzales, father. Back: Ed Zawatski, club team coach; Romayne Mosier, retired Dallas head coach; Grant Luksic, current Dallas head coach; Dwin Doran, club team coach; and Mike Richards, Dallas athletic director. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Dallas standout Kaden Coyne will play baseball at Division I University of Massachusetts. Front, from left: Kevin Coyne, father; Kaden Coyne; Karen Coyne, mother; and Liam Coyne, brother. Back: Mike Viglone, Dallas baseball head coach; Mollie Coyne, sister; Gracie Coyne, sister; Sal Biasi, trainer; and Michael Richards, Dallas athletic director. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Dallas soccer senior Jamie Timlin will continue her academic and athletic careers at Division II Lock Haven University. Front, from left: Sue Timlin, mother; Jamie Timlin; and George Butwin, father. Back: Matt Flannigan, Fame Strength; Nicole Pekarski, Dallas girls soccer head coach; and Michael Richards, Dallas athletic director. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Nanticoke Area basketball player Caityln Majiros will attend Gwynedd Mercy University. Front, from left: Ann Majiros, mother; Caitlyn; Jason Majiros, father; and Emily Majiros, sister. Back: Ed Grant, Nanticoke Area girls basketball head coach; Brandon Collins, Nanticoke Area assistant principal; Amy Scibek, Nanticoke Area principal; and Ken Bartuska, Nanticoke Area athletic director. SUBMITTED PHOTO
Nanticoke Area swimmer Brady Rushton will attend Wilkes University. Front, from left: Kristin Rushton, mother;…
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| 04/24/25 @ Greater Nanticoke Area | 21 |
| 04/29/25 @ MMI Preparatory School | 17 |
| 04/29/25 @ MMI Preparatory School | 17 |
| 04/02/25 vs Greater Nanticoke Area | 15 |
| 05/01/25 vs Hanover Area | 10 |
Lake-Lehman‘s game last Monday was a loss, but they didn’t let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They were the clear victors by an 11-2 margin over the Western Wayne Wildcats. Considering the Knights have won 14 matchups by more than five runs this season, Thursday’s blowout was nothing new.
Hannah Chipego spent all seven innings on the mound, and it’s clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on three hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn’t tossed less than seven strikeouts any time she’s pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Kirsten Finarelli was incredible, firing off two home runs, three runs, and four RBI while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. That’s the most RBI she has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Kaitlyn Brudnicki, who went 2-for-4 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs.
They weren’t the only ones working in the home run department: Lake-Lehman lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Western Wayne didn’t launched any home runs.
Lake-Lehman pushed their record up to 18-2 with the victory, which was their fifth straight at home. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.4 runs on average over those games. As for Western Wayne, their loss dropped their record down to 8-12.
Lake-Lehman has already played their next contest, a 6-4 defeat against Mid Valley on…
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Photo gallery: LCCC graduation ceremony
Luzerne County Community College conferred almost 600 degrees during its 2025 commencement ceremony on May 29 at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre Twp.
David Pedri, President and CEO of the Luzerne Foundation, delivered the principal address.
Photography major Amber Rose Jones, of Wilkes-Barre, waves to family at the 57th annual commencement of Luzerne County Community College at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre Twp. on Thursday, May 29, 2025. BILL TARUTIS / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Stephanie Evans, of Nanticoke, celebrates getting her photography degree in the line of graduates at the 57th annual commencement of Luzerne County Community College at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre Twp. on Thursday, May 29, 2025. BILL TARUTIS / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Luzerne County Community College President John Yudichak leads the procession of graduates in his first year as president during the 57th annual commencement at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre Twp. on Thursday, May 29, 2025. BILL TARUTIS / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Class of 2024 alumna Trinity Brown sings the national anthem at the 57th annual commencement of Luzerne County Community College at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre Twp. on Thursday, May 29, 2025. BILL TARUTIS / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
Nursing graduate Riza Talingting Corbo, left, high-fives mascot Blaze before the procession at the 57th annual commencement of Luzerne County Community College at Mohegan Arena in Wilkes-Barre Twp. on Thursday, May 29, 2025. BILL TARUTIS / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
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3 injured in Nanticoke crash
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The Nanticoke Indian Tribe will be the focus of a new Milford Museum presentation.
MILFORD — The Milford Museum’s American History Series continues next month with a special presentation highlighting the heritage and resilience of the Nanticoke Indian Tribe.
Titled “The Nanticoke’s Lasting Legacy: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow,” the program will be presented by Dr. Bonnie G. Hall on Saturday, June 14 at 1 p.m. at the Milford Public Library.
The Nanticoke, known as the “People of the Tidewaters,” first encountered Europeans in 1608 during the expedition of British Captain John Smith.
Despite centuries of cultural and political challenges, the tribe has remained committed to preserving its history, identity, and traditions.
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Hall, a retired educator and member of the Nanticoke Indian Tribe, will explore the tribe’s historical journey, including milestones such as the establishment of the Indian Mission School in the 1800s—an early effort to gain legal recognition in Delaware.
She will also examine the legacy of works like C.A. Weslager’s “Delaware’s Forgotten Folk,” challenging the notion of the tribe as “forgotten.”
This is a celebration of the First People of the First State.
Hall is currently chairs the Commemoration and Scholarship Committees for the Nanticoke Indian Association, Inc.
Hall retired from Delaware Technical Community College in 2010 after nearly three decades of service.
She holds degrees from Delaware Tech, Delaware State University, and the University of Delaware, where she earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership. She remains active in Southern Delaware’s…