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Yahoo
6 days ago
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PennDOT invests nearly $10M to improve PA airports; $6.2M for WB/Scranton
Jun. 3—WILKES-BARRE — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on Tuesday announced a $10 million state investment in projects at five public use airports — including $6.2 million for upgrades at the Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport. The funding for seven airports in four counties will be used for facility improvements, infrastructure preservation and development — supporting safe, reliable infrastructure, while growing the Commonwealth's economy. Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport received the largest single allocation in this round of funding. Sen. Marty Flynn, D-Scranton, said the state funding at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton will go toward expanding the terminal and modernizing the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screening area. Carl Beardsley, executive director at the airport, said the total project cost estimate is $18.3 million. He said in addition to the $6.2 million announced Tuesday, the airport has received other funding from IIJA-AIG, AIP, Supplemental AIP, PFC. "The primary goals of the project are to improve the passenger's experience and well-being at the airport," Beardsley said. "These goals will be accomplished by expanding the terminal space approximately 10,000 square feet and incorporating the latest screening technology, increasing queuing space for security screening, providing space for social distancing, improving air quality and other public health measures." Additionally, Beardsley said implementing a separate exit lane for off-boarding passengers will reduce the conflict that currently exists with inbound and outbound passengers crossing each other near the stairs/escalators. "These improvements will help minimize the spread of pathogens," Beardsley said. "The secondary goal of this project is to minimize impacts to passengers and airport operations while constructing these improvements." Beardsley said a strategic phasing plan will be developed that focuses on the safe movement of passengers within the terminal and clearly identifies staging areas on the airfield side. He said all work associated with this project is AIP eligible and will not permanently impact existing aircraft movement areas. Sen. Flynn said the investment is part of a larger initiative by the Shapiro Administration to improve airport infrastructure across the Commonwealth. "This funding marks a long-term investment in the future of Northeastern Pennsylvania," said Sen. Flynn. "As demand for air travel and commerce in our region continues to rise, it's essential that our infrastructure keeps pace. These upgrades will ensure our airport remains a modern, accessible, and secure gateway for residents, businesses and visitors alike." Sen. Flynn said the project will be financed through the state Capital Budget via the Aviation Transportation Assistance Program, which is supported by bonds. Once completed, the upgrades will improve passenger flow, enhance security operations, and support continued growth at one of northeastern Pennsylvania's busiest airports. According to PennDOT, Pennsylvania's robust aviation industry employs more than 226,000 people, provides nearly $12.5 billion in payroll and employment benefits, and has a $34 billion annual economic impact. In addition to providing travel options, airports also facilitate services such as air cargo and freight, police and law enforcement, emergency medical services, firefighting and disaster and emergency response. "Pennsylvania's aviation industry provides good-paying jobs while linking communities to a larger transportation system that moves goods and people around the world," said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. "These investments are another example of Governor Shapiro's focus on maintaining our infrastructure while also expanding business opportunities." —Other airports receiving funding: Bucks County Quakertown Airport — $1.1 million to construct three new hangars. Doylestown Airport — $525,000 for the continued rehabilitation of hangars. Doylestown Airport — $157,500 to demolish four structures on airport property. Doylestown Airport — $360,000 to extend public water access to the terminal area of the airport. Jefferson County DuBois Regional Airport — $225,000 for the continued renovations of their administration building. Lehigh County Lehigh Valley International Airport — $1.5 million to construct a parking structure to enhance terminal commercial development. Reach Bill O'Boyle at 570-991-6118 or on Twitter @TLBillOBoyle.
Telegraph
27-04-2025
- Sport
- Telegraph
‘We always felt if Spurs crossed the Watford Gap they would wet themselves!'
The sense of delayed gratification is tangible as the next Premier League champions await their coronation. The Covid pandemic cancelled Anfield's first title celebration for three decades under Jürgen Klopp. Now Liverpool 's legends are readying Arne Slot's induction into their hall of fame with the party plans shelved for five years. 'It feels right that it can happen this way,' says Phil Thompson, former Liverpool captain and assistant manager, anticipating Slot's side will get the point needed against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. 'We were denied this in 2020. There is no right way or wrong to win the league, but the best way to celebrate winning it is in front of your own supporters. We deserve to do it on our own ground.' The choreography could be straight from a Busby Berkeley classic, Virgil van Dijk urging every fan to wear red for a carnival which, while overwhelmingly focused on Slot's imminent triumph, will offer an appropriate nod to Klopp's success, the ex-manager to attend the final home match in May. 'Whether we win it on Sunday or not, that trophy presentation on the last day against Crystal Palace will be truly special,' says Thompson. 'Everyone can experience how it should be when you win the league.' Thompson should know, having done so seven times during a glittering career. For the distinguished former centre-back, Spurs rolling up at the Shankly Gates holds special resonance. So accustomed are the north London club to the bridesmaid role on the day the title is won, their players could be forgiven for arriving on Sunday holding a bouquet. Manchester United fondly recall Spurs being the Old Trafford opponents when completing part one of the 1999 treble, while Arsenal found their neighbours hospitable hosts in 1971 and 2004, White Hart Lane the ideal party venue for Bertie Mee and Arsène Wenger. The last time it happened on Merseyside, Kenny Dalglish's classic 1987-88 side completed their title march thanks to a Peter Beardsley winner against Terry Venables' Spurs. 'My memory of that is as clear now as it was that day,' says Beardsley. 'You don't forget scoring the goal that won Liverpool a title at Anfield. It is something you dream of. The similarity with Sunday was uncanny because we knew if we beat Tottenham we'd win it with four games left.' Beardsley struck in the 34th minute for a Liverpool team hailed by England legend Tom Finney as 'better than Brazil'. 'We all saw Tom Finney say that on Sportsnight after we beat Nottingham Forest [10 days earlier]. He was such a respected figure who had seen thousands of games, and for him to say that was the ultimate approval,' says Beardsley. 'When I signed for Liverpool I always thought we were going to win the league, but not necessarily the way and style we did it, going 29 games unbeaten and being so far ahead of everyone else. Liverpool had won the league plenty of times before, but you have to remember it was all new for those of us who had just joined. Other than [John] Barnesy, maybe, I'm not sure we were household names before we went to Liverpool. 'It was the perfect blend. Alan Hansen was amazing in defence, just like Virgil van Dijk today, and Barnesy was the talk of the town. John Aldridge was the perfect partner for me because he loved working inside the box and I liked to work outside it. And then Ray Houghton came in. It was a dream scenario for anyone coming into that team. 'It is hard to compare different eras and times. What I will say for sure is Liverpool have never had a better wide player than John Barnes. When you talk about the best Liverpool players ever, Barnesy is in there. He was the best player I ever played with.' Beardsley agrees that securing the title in front of the Kop means more. 'I didn't want Liverpool to go into the Spurs game having already won it because Arsenal lost on Wednesday. Doing it on your own patch is a brilliant feeling,' he says. 'I'm looking forward to seeing Liverpool have a trophy parade so soon after Newcastle's. It's been an amazing season for my old clubs – and I'm looking forward to being at Goodison Park for the final game there, too.' There was more jeopardy against Spurs in the penultimate game of the 1981-82 season. Liverpool needed to beat Keith Burkinshaw's FA Cup holders to end the challenge of Bobby Robson's Ipswich Town. 'The Kop was full at 2pm, everyone was queuing up outside for hours and hundreds if not thousands of fans could not get in,' recalls Mark Lawrenson, who was hunting the first of his five titles. 'When I went on to the pitch, it was the first time I had blessed myself as a good Catholic boy. I don't think I ever did it before or since.' Burkinshaw's side were fourth and on the brink of another Wembley win having just been narrowly beaten by Liverpool in the League Cup final. They also possessed one of the league's classiest midfielders who, on 27 minutes, silenced the Kop. 'Glenn Hoddle scored one the greatest goals ever by an away player at Anfield,' says Thompson. 'I can still picture it going in and what made it even better was the ball was bobbling all over what was a pretty dodgy pitch before he hit it.' Thompson was not the only Liverpool player purring. 'You have seen the goal, haven't you? Unbelievable,' recalls Lawrenson. 'I was probably the closest to him as he was about to hit from about 35 yards and thinking: 'Go then, you're not going to score from there.' Then it flew into the top corner.' Blocking the home path was Liverpool legend Ray Clemence, who was making his first Anfield appearance since leaving as a European Cup winner 12 months earlier. His Kop reception provided one of the most iconic images of the old terrace, and the increase in volume inspired the home side. 'When we went in at half-time, Bob [Paisley] being Bob said: 'Keep playing, chances will come,' and a few of us were looking at each other thinking: 'What if they don't?'' says Lawrenson. 'Tottenham were a decent side, but there was always a feeling that whenever Tottenham crossed the Watford Gap to head north they would wet themselves.' Lawrenson's bullet header equalised on 51 minutes, before he provided the assist for Dalglish four minutes later. Ronnie Whelan belted a third late on to get the champagne popping. 'A few fans ran on at the end. The Kop was singing: 'Get off the f-----g pitch so we can get on with the lap of honour,' says Lawrenson. At the time, Thompson's sixth title was a record for an individual player. 'The first thing I did on the final whistle was go to Clem,' says Thompson. 'Ray and myself had won so much together and he was still a big part of our group. It was an emotional day for Ray. He was not surprised we had won the league, but was probably a bit more disappointed than he showed that he was on the other team. He had big success at Spurs, too, of course.' For Thompson, Graeme Souness's trophy lift triggered mixed emotions. 'I'd lost the captaincy after we lost at home 3-1 to Manchester City on Boxing Day,' he says. 'It was a big disappointment at the time, obviously, but in hindsight it gave me the gee-up that Bob was looking for. I stayed in the side and the amazing run took us from 12th to first with 20 wins from the last 25 games. 'It was a bit bittersweet seeing someone else lift it, but I had enjoyed my moments and Liverpool winning another title mattered most. I didn't think anyone would get near us until United came along in the 90s.' Lawrenson attributes the 1982 comeback to the genius and psychology of the legendary Anfield backroom staff. 'After the defeat to City, Joe Fagan went berserk and let rip at us,' says Lawrenson. 'It was along the lines of: 'You represent Liverpool Football Club and we do not stand for this.' 'Joe was such a mild-mannered man, he never raised his voice. So when he did, it mattered. I had never heard everyone so quiet. The next match we beat Swansea 4-0 in the FA Cup and away we went.' Thompson and Lawrenson will be among the many VIPs craving the same result this weekend. There is added poignancy for Thompson when considering how his close friend and former boss, the late Gérard Houllier, would have relished the occasion. 'I will be thinking of Gérard,' says Thompson. 'He changed the whole culture of the football club moving forward, preparing footballers for the era of Champions League football. Every manager who followed him reaped the benefits of that.' Back in 1982 and modest as ever on winning the fifth of his six titles, Paisley reflected on living up to his illustrious predecessor's expectations. 'I thought I would be judged on Bill's [Shankly's] standards. If you are judged against what he did, nine times out of 10 you will hit the deck.' he said. As he closes in on Klopp's league haul in his first season and prepares to take his place alongside the club's greats, Slot can hear Anfield's echoes.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Bi-County Airport Board hears report on May 7 roll-out of REAL ID
Apr. 24—PITTSTON TWP. — Mark C. Bailer, Scranton, director of public safety at the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, on Thursday reported on the May 7, roll-out of REAL-ID. Bailer, who started in the position on March 21, advised the Bi-County Airport Board to inform their constituents to be ready for the mandatory start of REAL ID. "Customers without REAL ID will still be able to fly, but the process will be twice as long to get through security," Bailer said. With federal REAL ID enforcement beginning May 7, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Carroll, along with officials from the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, and the American Automobile Association, recently encouraged Pennsylvanians to prepare now. Getting a REAL ID is optional in Pennsylvania, but beginning May 7, travelers will need a REAL ID driver's license or ID card, or another form of federally-acceptable identification — such as a valid passport or military ID — to board a domestic commercial flight, and enter a military base or other federal facilities that require ID at the door. More than 2.6 million Pennsylvanians have gotten a REAL ID driver's license or ID card since they became available in the state in 2019. A passport is still needed for international travel. Federal REAL ID regulations require that PennDOT must verify the following documents: —Proof of identity. —Proof of Social Security number. —Two proofs of current, physical PA address. —Proof of all legal name changes. When a customer gets their first REAL ID, they will pay a one-time fee of $30, plus the renewal fee, which is $39.50 for a four-year non-commercial driver's license and $42.50 for a photo ID. In other business, the Airport Board: —Heard a report from Carl R. Beardsley Jr., executive director, on passenger activity. "As you can see, we are experiencing significant growth," Beardsley said. Beardsley said passenger enplanements for the month of March 2025 increased 27.7% to 21,475 — up from 16,814 in the month of March 2024. In March 2025, 3 departing flights were cancelled — 2 for weather and 1 for maintenance. Beardsley said this accounts for 130 (.5%) out of a total of 26,986 departure seats. Also, five arriving flights were cancelled — four for weather and one for maintenance. —Approved the Airport Use Agreement between the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport and Breeze Aviation Group, effective April 1, 2025. —Authorize the advertisement for bids for HVAC Maintenance Services. —Approved the financial report of Chris Dalessandro, Director of Finance, that showed for the month of March 2025, Airport Operations had an income totaling $135,640 compared to an income of $5,571 in March 2024 — a difference of $130,069. Dalessandro said year to date, the profit is $294,388, compared to a loss in 2024 of $267,577 — a difference of $561,965. Invoices received since the last meeting for supplies and services totaling $738,644.95 were approved by the Board. These invoices include major construction project costs of $316,5636.73. —Approved three appointments presented by Michelle Aigeldinger, Director of Human Resources: — Anthony Constantine, Dunmore, Maintenance 2, to be effective once confirmation of airport clearances and approved physical are received. — Bryan Cadwalder, Old Forge, to Maintenance 2, to be effective once confirmation of airport clearances and approved physical are received. — Jonathan Crawn, Dupont, to Maintenance 2, to be effective once confirmation of airport clearances and approved physical are received. —Heard updates from Stephen Mykulyn, P.E., director of engineering, on engineering projects. Reach Bill O'Boyle at 570-991-6118 or on Twitter @TLBillOBoyle.
Associated Press
12-02-2025
- Health
- Associated Press
Red Light Method Expands New Wellness Approach For All
Allison Beardsley, Founder of Club Pilates, Introduces an Innovative, All-in-One Wellness Experience Appealing To All 'It's like a massage, a facial, body contouring, and a workout all in one hour.' — Allison Beardsley RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, February 12, 2025 / / -- Allison Beardsley, the original founder of Club Pilates, is on a mission to make health and wellness more accessible than ever with Red Light Method —a groundbreaking concept designed to engage the 80% of people who typically avoid traditional fitness settings, while also appealing to existing wellness enthusiasts. 'It's like a massage, facial, body contouring, and a workout all in one hour.' – Allison Beardsley After selling Club Pilates, Beardsley anticipated a quiet retirement. However, a personal battle with long COVID during the pandemic led her to discover the transformative power of Red Light Therapy. 'I was exhausted, achy, and struggling to function. Someone recommended Red Light Therapy, and within just a few sessions, I felt 10 years younger. My inflammation disappeared, my energy returned, and I even lost inches. It was life-changing, and I knew I had to bring this to the world.' – Allison Beardsley The Red Light Method Experience Each Red Light Method session includes: • 25-minute FDA-cleared Red Light Therapy session to boost cellular energy and reduce inflammation. • 10-minute Power Plate body activation workout to stimulate triple the muscle fiber of traditional exercise while enhancing lymphatic drainage. • 15-minute video-led Pilates reformer session guided by Beardsley herself to strengthen the core and tone the body. • Most locations also offer infrared saunas to further enhance detoxification and relaxation. Making Premium Wellness Affordable & Accessible Historically, Red Light Therapy has been an exclusive, high-cost treatment, with individual sessions priced at over $200. Red Light Method changes the game by offering unlimited access for approximately $200 per month, making premium wellness treatments available to the masses—just as Club Pilates did for Pilates. The science-backed approach targets health from the inside out, enhancing mitochondrial function, circulation, muscle activation, and core strength. Members have reported: ✔ Reduced pain and inflammation ✔ Youthful, glowing skin ✔ Inch loss and body contouring ✔ Recovery from circulatory and vision conditions ✔ Overall improved well-being and vitality Nationwide Growth & Franchise Success Since its launch in 2022, the first Red Light Method location in Bentonville, Arkansas, has grown to nearly 500 members. Within just six months of franchise sales, 50 units have been sold nationwide with many more in the works. Recent franchise openings include Fayetteville, AR, with overwhelming success, and an upcoming launch in Reno, NV, poised for even greater impact. By late Spring 2025, 5–8 new locations will be open, with over 15 locations projected by year-end, plus 10 additional locations in pre-sales. 'We're growing at triple the speed Club Pilates did in its early days. The demand for effective, low-cost wellness solutions is undeniable. With an affordable business model and proven results, experienced franchise owners and first-timers alike are jumping at the opportunity to be part of this movement.' – Allison Beardsley For more information on how to bring Red Light Method to your community, contact: YouTube Legal Disclaimer:
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- General
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Airport board acknowledges D.C. crash victims; AVP boardings up 30.9% last year
PITTSTON TWP. — The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport board opened its first meeting of the year by acknowledging the lives lost late Wednesday when a commercial jet flying from Kansas collided with an Army helicopter near the nation's capital — the first major commercial air crash in the United States since 2009. It was a somber start to a session that otherwise featured an abundance of good news about the local airport, where boardings were up nearly 31% last year compared to 2023 and where boardings this past December set a record. But before airport Director Carl Beardsley Jr. shared those figures, he and the board observed a moment of silence for the victims of the tragedy that played out shortly before 9 p.m. Wednesday, when an American Airlines flight carrying 64 passengers and crew collided mid-air with an Army helicopter carrying three soldiers as the plane approached a runway at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia. Both aircraft plummeted into the frigid waters of the Potomac River, where a recovery operation was ongoing Thursday. No one is believed to have survived the crash. 'As we mourn all those who have been impacted by this terrible tragedy, I ask at this time for a moment of silence for those on board both aircraft, as well as their families and loved ones,' Beardsley said, addressing the airport board composed of officials from both Lackawanna and Luzerne counties. United Airlines flights from the local airport to Washington Dulles International Airport outside Washington D.C. were proceeding as planned Thursday, Beardsley said. Those and other flights by United, American Airlines and Breeze Airways, the airport's newest carrier, all contributed to impressive numbers airport officials enjoyed last year, when boardings at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International increased 30.9% compared to the year prior. Thursday also marked the one-year anniversary of the first Breeze flight from AVP, the local airport's Federal Aviation Administration codename, to Orlando, Florida. Breeze later added local service from AVP to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and two additional Florida services from AVP to Fort Myers and Tampa, respectively. Those services didn't exist in 2023, making a year-to-year comparison impossible, but figures Beardsley shared Thursday did show 2024 boardings on American flights from AVP increasing by 34.6% compared to 2023 and boardings on United flights jumping by 36% compared to the prior year. Boardings this past December, meanwhile, were 64.9% higher than December 2023. The 23,800 boardings marked the most for a December on record at AVP, surpassing a previous record set in December 2019, a few months before the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted air travel and virtually everything else. As the board embarks on 2025, members voted Thursday to retain Lackawanna County Commissioner Matt McGloin as board chairman and Luzerne County Councilwoman Lee Ann McDermott as vice chairwoman for another year. Shortly after those unanimous votes, McGloin asked Beardsley about the potential for growth at the airport in the future. 'We're always working on getting additional service here at the airport,' Beardsley said. 'Whenever we can bring in additional airline service, or more flights, we want to take advantage of that and we will continue to do so going forward.'
