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‘Oppenheimer’ wins best picture at Academy Awards, Emma Stone takes best actress

LOS ANGELES — “Oppenheimer,” a solemn three-hour biopic that became an unlikely billion-dollar box-office sensation, was crowned best picture at a 96th Academy Awards that doubled as a coronation for Christopher Nolan.

Three St. Patty’s parties at The Mines this March

WILKES-BARRE — Get ready to paint the town green at The Mines Underground in Wilkes-Barre for their St. Patrick’s themed events for March.

Hazleton announces Rockin’ The Mountain summer concert series

HAZLETON — The City of Hazleton is partnering up with Visit Luzerne County to present the inaugural Rockin’ the Mountain music series at City View Park for three Friday nights in summer 2024.

Bingo Joe 570 brings fun and games to weekday nitelife

EDWARDSVILLE — I experienced trivia by Bingo Joe 570 firsthand at III Guys Restaurant & Sports Bar’s location in Edwardsville.

Brian DiMattia changes the conversation about food and fitness

WILKES-BARRE — Brian DiMattia incorporates a passion for food and fitness into both his life and career. As an MMA fighter, personal trainer, and food blogger, he’s refreshing the conversation surrounding getting healthy.

Penn State to offer Taylor Swift class

WYOMISSING — Penn State Berks announced the campus is offering a new course that studies the cultural and musical impact Taylor Swift has had on the world, according to a report by our newsgathering partners at Eyewitness News WBRE/WYOU.

Taylor Swift trivia event set for Saturday at Wyoming Valley Mall

WILKES-BARRE — Taylor Swift trivia is coming to the Wyoming Valley Mall on Saturday and Swifties ages 8-17 are invited to test their knowledge of the pop star for the chance to win some prizes.

Arkana Antiques and Oddities opens at 900 Rutter Ave

FORTY FORT — Arkana Antiques and Oddities just opened inside 900 Rutter Ave. The new shop showcases creativity that stretches the bounds of the imagination.

Worth the Watch? Griselda, Fool Me Once, and Tacoma FD

Winter days are Netflix days. There’s plenty of new series options to embrace the snow day boredom, whether you seek a murder mystery, crime drama, or easy-watch comedy. Here are three shows that might be worth the watch.

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