Three local entities were recently awarded more than $700,000 in state grants to support area projects including the third phase of Memorial Park upgrades in Jim Thorpe.
Jarrad Hedes is a journalist based in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, focusing on local news and events. He writes for the Times News Media Group and his work has also appeared in the Gettysburg Times. Jarrad covers a range of topics including education, local government, community events, and infrastructure developments.