🌱 What investigators have revealed so far about the Hawley driveway death

Hi Hawley! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• What investigators have revealed so far about the Hawley driveway death
• Why Hawley tops this list of easy New Jersey weekend escapes
• Why a Hawley resident faces serious charges over a threatening email

Also on today's calendar: Cheers & Chocolate - A Holiday Pairing Night! and 1 more event.

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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Some sun, then clouds, with a high of 30 and low of 22 degrees.
• Wednesday: Cloudy spells; not as cold, temps: high: 44, low: 20.
• Thursday: Some sun, then turning cloudy, with a high of 48 and low of 38 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Missing man found dead in Hawley (riverreporter.com) — Authorities have confirmed that an 80-year-old man previously reported missing was found deceased in the driveway of a home on Long Ridge Road in Hawley. The Wayne County Coroner and state police are investigating, with an autopsy completed and no further details released yet as the case remains open.
   

• 10 easy weekend getaways just outside New Jersey (nj1015.com) — Hawley in the Lake Wallenpaupack area, is highlighted as an easy, nature-focused weekend escape for New Jersey residents, offering lakes, trails, and small-town charm without feeling remote. The piece compares Hawley with other nearby getaway spots, emphasizing relaxed drives, walkable downtowns, and low-stress trips ideal for a quick reset after the holidays.
   

• Anti-Semitic email to Jewish-owned business in Wayne County prompts police investigation (wnep.com) — A Hawley resident has been charged after state police say an email with violent, anti-Jewish language was sent to a former employer in Honesdale, leaving the owner and staff fearful for their safety. The case involves allegations of ethnic intimidation and terroristic threats, and the accused has been released on unsecured bail while the investigation and court process continue.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Hawley

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★ Featured events ★

Friday December 19

• Hawley Farmers Market
  The Hawley Hub, 318 Main Ave, Hawley
  2:00 pm

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Other local events

Friday December 19

• Cheers & Chocolate - A Holiday Pairing Night!
  Wallenpaupack Brewing Company , 73 Welwood Ave , Hawley
  6:00 pm

Sunday December 21

• Brunch with Santa
  Wallenpaupack Brewing Company , 73 Welwood Ave , Hawley
  12:00 pm

Friday December 26

• Hawley Farmers Market
  The Hawley Hub , 318 Main Ave , Hawley
  2:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Tuesday December 16

• Commissioner Work Session
  Wayne County, PA Calendar Honesdale, PA 18431
  10:30 am

Wednesday December 17

• Dart Night at Hopping Eagle Brewing Company
  Hopping Eagle Brewing Company , 8 Silk Mill Drive g101 , Hawley
  6:00 pm

Thursday December 18

• Messy Minis
  Owl & Friends , 809 Main St Ste 201 , Honesdale
  9:30 am
• Commissioner Meeting
  Wayne County, PA Calendar , 925 Court St 3rd Floor , Honesdale
  10:30 am
• Thursday Night Trivia
  Hopping Eagle Brewing Company , 8 Silk Mill Drive g101 , Hawley
  6:00 pm
• Trivia Night
  Wallenpaupack Brewing Company , 73 Welwood Ave , Hawley
  6:00 pm

Saturday December 20

• Care Cabin Monthly Food Distribution — Lackawaxen Township
  169 Urban Rd , Hawley
  1:00 pm
• Live Music at Hopping Eagle Brewing Company
  Hopping Eagle Brewing Company , 8 Silk Mill Drive g101 , Hawley
  2:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Acosta posted a job opening for Merchandiser Specialist in Hawley. Apply here.
• McDonald's posted a job opening for Closing, Opening or Overnight Crew Team Member in Hawley. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hawley here.

🗞 Nearby News

Honesdale

• Placemaking project to involve residents in future of Honesdale's playground (riverreporter.com)
• Walk-in crisis center opens in Honesdale (riverreporter.com)
• Local hunters close out rifle deer season with a flourish (tricountyindependent.com)

Carbondale

• BOYS BASKETBALL: Exciting season expected in Lackawanna League (centredaily.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

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