The Times Leader (Wilkes-Barre, PA) back issues from May 2006:
Some brotherly help.
May 01, 2006
Professor preaches cultural differences: He calls for area to preserve, celebrate ethnic identities.
May 01, 2006
Final Harley ride is a fitting funeral: Special service for June Sypeck is a family's tribute to her lifestyle.
May 01, 2006
W. Pittston man fatally stabbed: Police say the assault at Highland Campgrounds occurred Sunday during a domestic dispute.
May 01, 2006
Friends remember at benefit: Proceeds for the event held in James Bertrand's name go to the Nanticoke Volunteer Fire Company.
May 01, 2006
Penn State computer project offers timely lesson: Students created a Web site for activist group opposing proposed river dredge project.
May 01, 2006
Write-in candidate optimistic: James May says several factors will help his bid in 117th Legislative District.
May 01, 2006
Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Times Leader, Mark Guydish column: Celebrate May: It's a month for all reasons.
May 01, 2006
Aluminum plant's strike goes on.
May 02, 2006
Planned purchase of Klein reflects Core-Mark's national strategy.(Company overview)
May 02, 2006
They're working on the railroad: Rail link between Scranton, NYC coming, but slowly, proponents say. Cooperation is helping, they say.
May 02, 2006
Region's jobless rate for March unchanged at 5.3 percent, still second worst in state.
May 02, 2006
?The devil': Murdered man's mom confronts Hugo.
May 02, 2006
Records reveal violence: William J. Crawford, who was fatally stabbed Sunday, had history of disputes with women, an official says.
May 02, 2006
Controller to check on daily receipts EXCLUSIVE: State suggests random comparisons after audit showed $147,310 missing.
May 02, 2006
W-B man jailed on assault charges.
May 02, 2006
Sherwood rapped for missing debate.
May 02, 2006
Opponents try to deflate proposed dam at hearing: Critics of inflatable structure list complaints. Backers see economic benefits.
May 02, 2006
School official questions ?wellness policy': Dallas board member objects to limits on candy and donut sales and party sweets.
May 02, 2006
Cops: Juveniles paintball WVW High School: Three are caught on video camera, police say. School says damage cleaned up.
May 02, 2006
Pleads guilty in adoption scheme: Bobbi Jo Quarzenski, 31, will be released on parole today, must repay thousands.
May 02, 2006
Lisman: W-B fires ruled arson unrelated: Four of nine blazes that were intentionally set have been solved, with four arrests made, chief added.
May 02, 2006
Mining company appealing fines: Robachele Inc. of Bear Creek is accused of illegal surface work on property in Duryea.
May 02, 2006
Demolition of Sterling tower in limbo: Legal flap between CityVest and owner of the adjacent parking lot heightens.
May 02, 2006
Sides paint differing pictures in non-fatal Wapwallopen shooting: Ann Marie Peters is accused of shooting Raymond Peters in the chest last year.
May 02, 2006
Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Times Leader, Casey Jones column: Grieving mom gets emotions off her chest.
May 02, 2006
Hustling Cougar keys victory: Novotney takes first after dropped strike 3, scores decisive run vs. Coughlin.
May 02, 2006
Local wind farm builder sold: World's top wind energy company buys Community Energy, which developed Bear Creek Twp. farm.
May 03, 2006
Gas tips: Practical and fanciful.
May 03, 2006
Track wants tax case moved: Disclosure of fee agreements at issue in Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs case.
May 03, 2006
Developer: Rejection won't deter wind park: Bear Creek Twp. supervisors' denial won't affect plans for other turbines, firm says.
May 03, 2006
New W-B cop charged with DUI, leaving scene: Anthony J. Falcone of Nanticoke faces hearing May 31 in the Dupont incident.
May 03, 2006
No $147,000 confession, says ex-worker's lawyer: Attorney Pete Moses says some admissions made in the case of missing county money.
May 03, 2006
Cash from slots just slight relief.
May 03, 2006
Audit: W. Pittston busts budget: Results show council spent more than $2.08 million in '05 on a $1.5 million budget.
May 03, 2006
Plan for state forest gets boost.
May 03, 2006
9?1?1 tapes played in rape trial: Woman says she called dispatchers and concealed her cell phone during the alleged attack in Dorrance Twp.
May 03, 2006
Inspection team closes building: W-B group says apartments unfit for habitation and it plans more investigations.
May 03, 2006
Court puts Carroll back on primary ballot in 117th: Dallas mayor wins appeal to higher court.
May 03, 2006
Armed men hit Kingston stores: Police ask the public's help in finding clues about the two incidents Monday evening.
May 03, 2006
Ethiopian man facing trial on drug possession charge: Shafi Brmaji, who didn't know stimulant Khat was illegal in U.S., loses ruling by judge.
May 03, 2006
DA: Stabbing probe could take 2 more weeks: William J. Crawford of West Pittston was fatally stabbed at a campground Sunday.
May 03, 2006
Seven in area named Merit Scholars: They were among 107 winners statewide of the scholarships, which are worth $2,500 each.
May 03, 2006
Potential purchaser of TL visits area: Publisher won't confirm group in W-B. Yucaipa is only entity publicly declaring interest in all KR orphans.
May 03, 2006
Slow good to come home to.
May 03, 2006
Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Times Leader, Renita Fennick column: Immigration problems can't be ignored RENITA FENNICK OPINION.
May 03, 2006
Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Times Leader, Jerry Kellar column: Overdosing on endless Barry bashing.
May 03, 2006
Shot put heaves Dallas girls to 5-0: Pisacano's second-place throw lifts Mounts past Lehman, which falls to 4-1.
May 03, 2006
WVW takes top spot: Coughlin jumps off to a three-run lead, but WVW rallies for a victory.
May 03, 2006
Criticism of Saudi students sparks protest at Wilkes.
May 04, 2006
Nanticoke compliance failures disclosed.
May 04, 2006
Weakley plea deal in question: Witness against Selenski may not get federal sentence reduction he expected in return for testimony.
May 04, 2006
W-B chief: Megan's Law imperfect: Convicted child molester arrested in similar incident highlights problems with enforcement.
May 04, 2006
W-B district plan vote in limbo: Council meets on Tuesday, but it's uncertain when proposal will be addressed.
May 04, 2006
Witness: Woman said rape never happened: Wapwallopen man is accused of sexually assaulting woman in April 2005 incident.
May 04, 2006
Injured man's legs amputated: His limbs were crushed when he fell into a compacting machine at Waste Reduction and Recycling.
May 04, 2006
Board ups available grant aid.
May 04, 2006
Woman convicted of shooting spouse: Ann Marie Peters of Berwick will be sentenced May 22 in estranged husband's assault.
May 04, 2006
Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Times Leader, Jerry Kellar column: Rowand's HR gives Phils win.
May 04, 2006
Man: Suspected drug was for personal use in tea: Ethiopian man testifies he didn't know that khat was illegal in the United States.
May 04, 2006
Latino grocery plans to open in South W-B: Nicolas Martinez must take his proposal before the city zoning board.
May 04, 2006
Wilkes-Barre, Pa., Times Leader, Casey Jones column: I'll be dammed if I can ever drink that water.
May 04, 2006
300-paper chain looking at TL.
May 05, 2006
A family policy in W-B: As city celebrates bicentennial, locally run insurance firm celebrates its 110th birthday.(Company overview)
May 05, 2006
Valley Crest owner eyes new home: Complete HealthCare says county land to build new facility is too expensive.
May 05, 2006