Special Edition

August 5 6  So many events are happening as we continue through August. Rick Markham has your invitation to the White Haven based, Legion Theatre Group production of the play “Sylvia”. It’s being performed at the Tilbury Community Center in West Nanticoke; it will benefit Mureille’s Place, a senior dog sanctuary in Wapwallopen. The “Good Things Are Happening Festival” is taking place at the Iron Furnaces in Scranton. Organizer James Barrett is here to tell us about the music, food, vendors and his hope to attract more such events to the Electric City.   Audacy’s Doc and Chewy caught up with inclusive community advocate Lizzie Breznay and her mom Helene. Lizzie showed them how she can “type with her eyes” to help her speak and shared information about the upcoming purse bingo fundraiser to benefit the Wilkes Barre special needs playground fund.   Kathleen Smith is the Regent of the Shawnee Fort DAR Chapter based in Plymouth. Next weekend they place the marker purchased for Henry Brown at  the Wilkes Barre City Cemetery.  Our Audacy radio stations recently hosted campers from Camp Archbald as part of the WRITE Stuff program. Emily Loder and the group share their experiences. Americans are feeling the pressure of increasing drug prices. Dr. Jenny Yu, Chief Health Officer, Optum Perks tells you how you can save money. 

July 29 30   An upcoming annual virtual fundraising event was designed to help the elderly IHM sisters in need of our care at this time of their lives. The Sisters of IHM have a long and distinguished history in service to the community,not only in our area, but in other parts of the world. It’s now a pleasure to share my conversation about the sisters, the fundraiser and so much more with my guest…Sr. Cor Immaculatum Heffernan, IHM.  .Fun, food, entertainment, supporting small businesses and so much more. That’s what Elizabeth Rodriguez with Giving Back to the Community tells us NEPA’s Latino Fiesta coming to Nay Aug Park in Scranton is all about.  There’s still plenty of summer to come. Dr. Nancy Fitch from MedExpress Wilkes Barre has water safety reminders and Veterinarian, Dr. Lisa Lippman has flea, tick, food and safety tips for our pets.   Former Secretary of Banking for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Richard Vague joins us with details of his book, Paradox of Debt:  A New Path to Prosperity Without Crisis.   

July 22 23  Rebecca Rybak NorthEast Highway Safety Program says there will be an effort as we near the end of July by law enforcement to curb aggressive driving and part of that is speeding. Uh Oh..what happens if you don’t heed Rebecca’s advice and get pulled over?     PA State Police Tpr. Anthony Petroski with Troop N Hazleton walks us through what to do if the lights in your rear view mirror are for you!  “Pygmalion Continued”-The Matchmaker is coming to the stage at Actor’s Circle in Scranton. Written by local playwright Dr. John McInerney we find out what happens next to Eliza Doolittle. Director Cathy Rist Strauch, has your invitation.  William “Big Billy” D’Elia told his life story to Matt Birbeck. The result, the book  “The Life We Chose”.  Billy doesn’t usually talk to the media, but he sat down with Audacys Sue Henry, joined by his daughter Caroline and we hear it all from his point of view. 

July 15 16  Kathleen Smith is the Regent of the Shawnee Fort DAR Chapter based in Plymouth. They have spearheaded a drive to purchase a marker for Henry Brown at the Wilkes Barre City Cemetery. Kathleen shares his fascinating story and has your invitation for August 12th.  We will meet the Veterans Administration, Under Secretary for Benefits Joshua Jacobs.  PRIDE Month may be over but  Dr. Yolanda Graham. M.D., Psychiatrist,  Senior VP, Chief Medical Officer, Chief Clinical Officer and   tells us at Devereux, and elsewhere raising awareness and erasing stigma, continues.  Dr. Nancy Fitch from MedExpress Wilkes Barre has sun safety reminders. Chef Jamie Gwen has delicious summer dairy recipes. Check out easyhomemeals.com

July 8 9   The Jewish Community Center in Kington and WVIA TV are coming together to celebrate the 65th anniversary of heritage radio station WARM. Richard Yelen with the JCC and Rob Neyhard former on air personality, have your invitation to an upcoming night of great memories. Sherry Crolly Development Director at Griffin Pond Animal Shelter with details on the upcoming fundraising event, The Homeless Hound Hoe Down. Once again, Sunny Day Camp is coming to Pocono Raceway. PA State Police Trooper, Anthony Petroski, with Troop N Hazleton tells us how you can register.  The latest Kids Count Data Book is out!  Lisa Hamilton, President and CEO of the Annie E. Casey Foundation, will be here to discuss Pennsylvania's childhood well being in 2023 and how the failings of the child care market also affect the health of the American economy.  A healthy brain is an active brain! Learn, the 6 Pillars of Brain Health, with Sarah Lock, Senior Vice President, Policy and Brain Health with AARP, 

July 1 2 Vaughn Rudloff  of Plains Township has the opportunity of a lifetime, attending the Annual International Film Festival in Cannes, France. Audacy’s Doc and Chewy talk with the Producer Michael Jenkins from Same World Productions and Austin Monahan, a leading actor from the movie “Nanticoke”.  Getting ready to celebrate the Fourth of July or just enjoy summer safely?  Dr. Nancy Fitch from MedExpress Wilkes Barre,  Rebecca Rybak with Northeast Highway Safety Program and  Corissa Rolon, Exec Dr and CEO of The Burn Prevention Network and Scranton Deputy Fire Chief Daniel Hallowich have the tips. You can also leave the fireworks to the professionals..  It’s the 3rd of July Scrantastic Spectacular happening in Downtown Scranton on Courthouse Square. Audacy’s Jill Wydra has details.  On the 4th it’s the 3rd annual Independence Day Charity Event from Paul and Lisa DeAngelo Family Foundation at City View Park in Hazleton..  Paul DeAngelo joins us with your invitation. 

June 24 25 Scranton Mayor Paige Gebhardt Cognetti talks about city projects, a positive credit rating, the recent Mayor’s Conference and preparing for a new baby.  An Audacy, I’m Listening presentation. Hosted by David O'Leary from our sister station in Boston it focuses on LGBTQ+ mental health during Pride month. 

June 17 18 It’s the 3rd of July Scrantastic Spectacular. Audacy’s Jill Wydra has details.  On the 4th it’s the 3rd annual Independence Day Charity Event from Paul and Lisa DeAngelo Family Foundation.  Paul Deangelo joins us with your invitation.  Next weekend “Lead With Love” is the theme for PrideFest in Wilkes Barre. Craig Lukatch and Colleen Logan are here to tell us what you need to know.  It’s Cancer Survivor Month.  Melissa Ostroskie shares her story and details about Candy’s Place which helps not only those with any kind of cancer but their loved ones as well. Also Steve Holzer, Cancer Survivor and Award-Winning Producer/Journalist tells us his story. He is joined by Dr.  Mark Urken, MD, Head and Neck Surgeon. They are getting the word out about the "made of more" initiative.

June 10 11  What happens after a stroke? Michael Wolk M.D.  Medical Director at Allied Services Rehabilitation Hospital has the latest in advancements. JP Bolton, Principal of Wheeler Resource Recovery in Texas tells it like it is about misconceptions on the current oil and gas market.  Audacy’s Nancy and Jason chat with PA. Governor Josh Shapiro.  State Auditor General Tim DeFoor is working to get financial literacy into the classroom and is a life skill which must be learned.   Katie Schonaerts, Edward Jones Financial Advisor tells us about the information they offer as well. 

June 3 4  Chris Stokum,  Eckley Miners Village Patchtown Days,  David Maurstad, Senior Executive of the National Flood Insurance Program at FEMA, has what you need to know to be protected.  Kathy Stokes, Director of Fraud Prevention Programs, AARP Fraud Watch Network has more of what scammers are up to!  VA mental health expert Jennifer Strauss, Ph.D.,  tells us about mental health challenges that women Veterans face, VA resources available to support them and the  VA’s Mental Health campaign, Today I Am.   Audacy’s “I’m Listening” initiative getting the word out that  Talk Saves Lives… is hosted by David O'Leary of our sister station WMJX in Boston.