Swoyersville, PA was first established in 1888 as a borough of Kingston City. The community was named after a prominent mine owner at the time, John Henry Swoyer. Coal mining was the chief industry in the area until the 1950s. During that time, the town held a special vote to add the “s” to the name, giving the borough its present-day name, Swoyersville. After the Knox Mine Disaster, coal mining ceased in the area except for the continued work at the colliery on Main Street until the 1960s.
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Yummy chocolates. Delicious fudge. Fun-flavored jelly beans. Gooey brownies. Crunchy almond bark. There’s nothing better than a local sweet treat to for your Easter basket or Monday morning pick-me-up.
Don’t be fooled by Easter’s late arrival on April 21st: it’ll be here before you know it! Last-minute shopping leaves a higher risk of not getting those Peanut Butter Smidgens your daughter loves for Easter, so hop to it! Here’s a list of the best candy shops in NEPA to get all your favori...
Happy National Walking Day! If you’re looking to celebrate, we have an amazing list of NEPA trails that are not only visually breathtaking but also perfect for a stroll.
Don't worry! You don’t have to be an Olympic runner or an expert hiker to enjoy these trails.
Angelica Creek Trail
Reading, PA 19611
If you are searching for a scenic trail, Angelica Creek Trail provides all the aspects a nature enthusiast would relish. In just two miles, you will see the Schuylkill River and...
April 6
2019 Easter Egg Hunt: Hosted by Sugar Plum Chocolates
900 Rutter Ave.
Forty Fort, PA 18704
Sugar Plum Chocolates and Balance Yoga are hosting an Easter Egg Hunt in and around Rutter 900. The event will be from 11 am to 2 pm. There will also be photos with the Easter Bunny before and after the hunt.
Reservations are required! Call 570-288-0559 Ext 1 to RSVP and check out the Facebook event page here.
3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt
NEPA Mixed Martial Arts681 Main St...
A historic retreat in Lake Ariel, PA
If you want to retain a piece of history with room to grow, this featured listing may be perfect for you! This 1840s farmhouse for sale in Lake Ariel features 36 acres of open fields, wooded trails, sweeping lawns, stone walls, and a pond. With its stunning property and additional outbuildings, including a modern barn and guest house, the possibilities here are endless.
Whether you’re looking for a home residence, bed and breakfast opportunity, o...
Spring has finally sprung! If you're looking to celebrate the new season with some fresh air (and tentative sunshine), we've got some good news for you! NEPA is one of the most beautiful places to live, and there is no better way to enjoy the beauty than in the great outdoors.
If you're looking to put on your hiking (or walking) shoes, we've put together some of the best places to go hiking in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Back Mountain Trail
97 Parry St.
Luzerne, PA 18704
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If you’ve been looking for the opportunity to move into Shavertown’s prestigious Stone Bridge subdivision, now’s your chance! This beautiful five-bedroom, five-bathroom, move-in ready home is perfect for families of all sizes and those who love to entertain. With 1.28 acres of land and 5,200 total square feet, space will never be an issue with this listing!
Stone Bridge is located in Shavertown, a quiet and peaceful place to live in the Back Mountain area of Luzerne County. Named after e...
