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Sixth-Generation Broom Makers Open Shop in Lopez

With over 100 years in the art of broom making, Meckley Brooms is celebrating a new milestone. Owners Brett and Briana Meckley have opened a retail shop in Lopez, just eight miles north of Ricketts Glen State Park. The shop...

Ice Cream Shops in the Endless Mountains

Last updated: June 2, 2025 Places to Get Ice Cream, Sundaes, Shakes, & More In the Endless Mountains, we always brake for a roadside stand or a nostalgic ice cream parlor. There’s no better way to cool off after a...

Christmas Decorating Contest Coming to Tunkhannock

In honor of Christmas in July, the Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau (EMVB) is already planning for the holiday season. This year, EMVB will hold the first-ever Tunkhannock Holiday Decorating Contest. The competition will be open to businesses and residents throughout...

Students Participate in Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Conference

Story submitted by Dave Palmer Rotary District 7410 is pleased to congratulate 67 high school students from Northeast PA and the Northern Tier for completing the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Conference held in June at Keystone College, La Plume,...

Pick-Your-Own Farms in the Endless Mountains

Originally published the 2024 Visitors Guide. Last updated June 24, 2025.   Fun on the Farm: Pick Your Own Flowers, Fruit, & Veggies in the Endless Mountains Our you-pick farms welcome you to head out to the fields and harvest...

Elk Mountain Ski Patrol Receives National Ski Patrol Award

The ski patrol at Elk Mountain recently received accolades from the National Ski Patrol and was voted Eastern Division “Outstanding Large Alpine Patrol.” This is an honor bestowed upon the patrol covering not only Pennsylvania but also all of the...

Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals to Open Third Location

Susquehanna Kayak & Canoe Rentals is expanding to Lackawanna State Park in North Abington Township. They will rent out paddleboards, single and tandem kayaks, pedal boats, canoes, and rowboats (with and without electric motors) for visitors to explore Lake Lackawanna....

Local Couple Purchases Historic Metcalf Mansion

Wyoming County residents Jon and Denise Ebersole purchased the Metcalf Mansion on 50 West Harrison Street in Tunkhannock at the end of April. The Ebersoles plan to restore and preserve the home and grounds in an effort to save its...

Wyoming County Arts & Artists Tour Returns May 3-5

The North Branch Art Trail presents the second annual Wyoming County Arts & Artists Tour. The event begins on Friday, May 3 and continues through Sunday, May 5 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. During the self-guided tour, 55...

Viewing the Eclipse in the Endless Mountains

Events for the 2024 Solar Eclipse On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross over the United States. The moon will pass between Earth and the sun, causing the afternoon to look more like dusk. It’s a natural...

Small Towns, Big Art: Murals of the Endless Mountains

With our breathtaking scenery and rich heritage, it’s no wonder the Endless Mountains have inspired larger-than-life artwork. Murals add a pop of color to our historic towns, capture our area’s stories, and reflect our dreams for the future. Check out...

New Endless Mountains Visitors Guide Available

The Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau (EMVB) has released their annual visitors guide for Sullivan and Wyoming counties. The guide showcases nearly 300 local businesses and organizations.     Inside, readers will find information about outdoor recreation, shops, restaurants, wineries and...