Local wounded warrior receives keys to new home in Wind Gap
It was a special day for a wounded warrior and his family as the Wind Gap community, government officials, veteran organizations, and other supporters helped them celebrate receiving the ceremonial keys to their new, specially adapted home.
Read full storyAgent 355, Revolutionary War spy: women's history or mystery?
Culper Spy code book; 355Photo byLibrary of Congress. The Culper Spy Ring was of great assistance to General George Washington in America’s battle for independence. However, there is an ongoing debate over whether a female spy known as “Agent 355” existed or is just a legend.
Read full storyThe Four Chaplains: WWII interfaith heroes
Four World War II U.S. Army chaplains of various faiths – a rabbi, a priest, and two ministers – acted selflessly, saving the lives of many sailors, after their ship, the USAT Dorchester, was hit and sunk by a torpedo in 1942.
Read full storyPark Day 2023: volunteer day set for annual historic sites cleanup
Note: The article was updated with additional information on registering sites in need of volunteers. If you are looking for a volunteer event to fulfill service hours for yourself or an organization, what could be better than participating in a project to help maintain and preserve some of our country’s historic sites?
Read full storyAn unusual burial place for one of Easton’s founders
Patrons who visit the Easton Public Library may not notice the marble slab surrounded by a simple black metal fence with a bronze marker, noting its historical significance, sitting near the entrance of the building.
Read full storyOpinion: Don’t like “fake news?” You may be part of the reason it exists
Generally speaking, the definition of fake news is false or misleading information that is presented as news. Spotting it is not difficult if you follow facts, but stopping it is much more difficult and complicated.
Read full storyIllegal border crossings, assaults on Border Patrol agents increase in Swanton Sector
As the number of illegal border crossings increase at the southwest border, so too, do the numbers at our northern border with Canada, but they are rising at a disproportionate rate. And unfortunately, along with the increased number of encounters comes an increase of assaults on Border Patrol Agents.
Read full storyOpinion: The weaponization of words and its effect on society
The adage, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me,” might be true in the physical sense, but we all know they can certainly injure feelings. If you have not noticed it yet, they can and have been used, or “weaponized,” to influence culture and public opinion on issues.
Read full storyNew Mexico: Border Patrol agent uninjured after being shot by suspected human smuggler
LORDSBURG, New Mexico – A U.S. Border Patrol Agent is uninjured after being shot in the chest multiple times by a suspected human smuggler in New Mexico. After a chase, multiple suspects were arrested.
Read full storyMonthly remittances from U.S. to Mexico drop to $4.8 billion in November; funds play important role in Mexico’s economy
Remittances to Mexico from family members in the U.S. are a big factor in Mexico's economyPhoto byChristine RoyonUnsplash. Every year, billions of dollars are sent to Mexico by relatives living and working in the United States. So much so, it is the country’s second largest source of income from abroad, second only to automotive exports. This may factor into Mexico’s half-hearted effort in preventing Mexicans from illegally crossing the border into the United States. The remittances are a big part of their economy.
Read full storyOpinion: Sanctuary cities; if you throw a party, you need to pay for it
Sanctuary cities are having to put their money where their mouths are of late. Until recently, the cities that welcomed everyone, “regardless of their immigration status,” went about their business without much ado, excepting for an occasional crime-related story linked to illegal immigration. Once push came to shove, and illegal aliens began showing up at their doorstep in droves, their welcoming policies appeared to be merely virtue signaling.
Read full storyAdd Denver to U.S. cities overwhelmed by illegal immigration crisis; “We’re at our breaking point”
DENVER, Colorado – Denver is the latest city to reach crisis status due to the large number of illegal aliens arriving and seeking assistance. Last week, a city representative stated, “We’re at our breaking point.”
Read full storyForks Township Fire Department battles New Year’s Day blaze
Firefighters battle blaze that began in garage on New Year's DayPhoto byRichard Jessop. FORKS TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania – The sirens of the Forks Township Fire Department (FTFD) were heard throughout the area late on New Year’s Day. Although the department is known for being festive as they roll through the streets of Forks on various holidays, throwing treats to children, this was not the case last evening. The department was called out after a fire was reported in a family’s garage. Thankfully, there were no injuries.
Read full storyArizona border crisis: 6.7 M fentanyl pills confiscated by Border Patrol, Yuma hospital left with $20 M in unpaid bills
Fentanyl seized by Border Patrol in ArizonaPhoto byU.S. Customs and Border Protection. The month of December has been a busy one at the border, and while all eyes are on El Paso and the crisis there, two locations in Arizona are dealing with their own issues; in addition to large numbers of illegal border crossings, there were attempts to smuggle massive amounts of fentanyl into the country, and medical bills incurred by illegal aliens to the tune of $20 million for which the hospital is not getting paid.
Read full storyDelaware Water Gap: the rich history of the Castle Inn
DELAWARE WATER GAP, Pennsylvania – What do blenders, boxing, and music have in common? They are all just a part of the fascinating history of the small town of Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania and the historic Castle Inn.
Read full storyIllegal crossings at northern border up 943% from last year
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently released its statistics for November which showed another month of record-breaking numbers; there were 233,740 encounters at the southwest land border. What may surprise people is the number of illegal aliens encountered at our northern border, which are up 943% over November of last year.
Read full storyBreak-ins and bailouts; residents in Texas border communities impacted by crime as illegal alien surge continues
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)Photo byTexas DPS. Reports of crimes committed by illegal aliens on private property in Texas border communities are nothing new unfortunately, and there were two incidents of particular concern that occurred in or near Kinney County this past week – a vehicle pursuit ending in a bailout, and an attempted break-in on a ranch.
Read full story233,000 apprehended at border, 73,000 "gotaways" recorded in November
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Over one half million people have been encountered attempting to enter the United States illegally during the first two months of U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Fiscal Year 2023. The agency released their November 2022 Operational Update showing there were 283,189 encounters nationwide which includes 233,740 encounters at the southwest land border. The two-month tally of nationwide encounters is 561,291.
Read full storyBorder Patrol under “gag order” on releasing border statistics
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A “gag order” was recently placed on Border Patrol officials, restricting them from posting illegal border crossing apprehension statistics on social media, or releasing related information to the media without approval, as the administration looks to end Title 42.
Read full storyLocal DAR chapter hosts Wreaths Across America event in Easton
Ceremonial wreaths honoring branches of the militaryPhoto byRichard Jessop. EASTON, Pennsylvania – Last weekend the Easton community joined millions of others across the country in wreath laying ceremonies as part of Wreaths Across America, a national event that honors those who served our country.
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