WES CIPOLLA

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Wes Cipolla

Mar 9, 20213 min read

Trick-or-treating during a pandemic

In the small town of Schuylkill Haven, residents get creative to give out candy Writing and photos by Wes Cipolla Alicia Klinger, Destiny...

Wes Cipolla

Feb 17, 20213 min read

On Valentine's Day, couple reminisces on 70 years together

7 decades after a chance meeting at a bus stop, Guy and Shelia Recla's love for each other has only grown. Photo courtesy of Lindsey...

Wes Cipolla

Feb 17, 20214 min read

The Port Clinton Peanut Shop: Candy land on the Appalachian Trail

The Port Clinton Peanut Shop, a candy mecca in a town of 300 people, is Schuylkill County's answer to Willy Wonka's factory. Manager...

Wes Cipolla

Feb 17, 20214 min read

Driscoll Institute's classes an exercise in physical, mental discipline

Pottsville academy unites chiropractors and motorcycle enthusiasts Jeff Driscoll demonstrates a move. PHOTOS BY LINDSEY SHUEY Originally...

Wes Cipolla

Feb 17, 20216 min read

Hamburg artist paves path with unique style

Eric Armusik claims to tear through the "modern art mumbo-jumbo" with a neo-Baroque aesthetic. In the middle of a long-awaited passion...

Wes Cipolla

Feb 17, 20214 min read

Liver transplant recipient shares story

To get closer to the things in life that mattered, Ali Jenan had to go to the brink of death Photo by Jacqueline Dormer Originally...

Wes Cipolla

Feb 17, 20213 min read

Horror movie filmed in Schuylkill County premieres in Pottsville

"We're known for coal, we're known for beer, and we're known for clowns." Tyler Ebert, left, and Brett Harris. PHOTO BY JACQUELINE DORMER...