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Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre redesigns gaming floor and Timbers Buffet, adds Fusion Hybrid games

Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre redesigns gaming floor and Timbers Buffet, adds Fusion Hybrid games

From a press release: Since the opening of Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre in 2006, it has grown into one of the biggest gaming and entertainment attractions in the region. This spring, it will be keeping the momentum going with new enhancements to the property, including a redesign of the gaming floor, a remodel to […]

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Annual NEPA Poker Open returns to Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre April 23-29

Annual NEPA Poker Open returns to Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre April 23-29

From a press release: Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre will welcome spring with its annual NEPA Poker Open, a week-long series capped off by the $550 main event on Saturday, April 29. Bringing back the ultimate local poker experience, the NEPA Poker Open will take place in the Mohegan Sun Pocono Poker Room and run […]

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Country legend and actor Dwight Yoakam plays at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Feb. 3

Country legend and actor Dwight Yoakam plays at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Feb. 3

From a press release: It was announced today that country music legend Dwight Yoakam will be performing in the Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Friday, Feb. 3, 2017. Ticket prices start at $29 and will go on sale this Friday, Dec. 2 at 10 a.m. through ticketmaster.com, Ticketmaster’s national toll-free […]

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Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre runs special Christmas and New Year’s Eve events and promos

Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre runs special Christmas and New Year’s Eve events and promos

From a press release: Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre has announced its plans for Christmas and New Year’s Eve. With festivities throughout the holidays, there is something for everyone with live music, holiday dining specials, champagne toasts, and much more to spread Christmas cheer and countdown to 2017. Christmas specials After 4 p.m. on Christmas […]

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Outplay potential competitors at ‘Survivor’ casting call at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Dec. 20

Outplay potential competitors at ‘Survivor’ casting call at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Dec. 20

From a press release: CBS’s hit reality show “Survivor” returns to Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre for an open casting call on Tuesday, Dec. 20. If you think you have what it takes to outwit, outplay, and outlast your competitors, you’ll have your chance to try out from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Keystone Grand […]

 Brad Patton

CONCERT REVIEW: Shawn Klush shows ‘Burning Love’ for Elvis in authentic Wilkes-Barre performance

CONCERT REVIEW: Shawn Klush shows ‘Burning Love’ for Elvis in authentic Wilkes-Barre performance

It was a triumphant homecoming for Pittston native Shawn Klush as he performed his “Elvis Tribute Spectacular” for a second sold-out night at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, Aug. 27. Klush, an internationally famous, award-winning Elvis tribute artist, faithfully recreates the magic of Elvis Presley’s concert years of 1969 to 1977. Klush looks […]

 Rich Howells

PA Oktoberfest brings beer, food, and wiener dogs to Mohegan Sun in Wilkes-Barre Sept. 16-18

PA Oktoberfest brings beer, food, and wiener dogs to Mohegan Sun in Wilkes-Barre Sept. 16-18

From a press release: Pennsylvania’s largest Oktoberfest returns for another weekend full of beer, food, music, wiener dog racing, and more at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre next week. The PA Oktoberfest kicks off on Friday, Sept. 16 from 4:30 p.m.-11 p.m. and continues on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. through Sunday, Sept. […]

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The Fray performs with American Authors at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 5

The Fray performs with American Authors at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 5

From a press release: A Denver-based foursome, The Fray formed in 2002 and achieved national success in 2005 with their debut self-titled release, selling over four million albums and 20 million singles worldwide, including the multi-platinum hit songs “You Found Me,” “Over My Head (Cable Car),” and “How to Save a Life.” The Fray struck […]

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KC and The Sunshine Band will ‘Get Down’ at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 20

KC and The Sunshine Band will ‘Get Down’ at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Nov. 20

From a press release: KC and The Sunshine Band, the widely popular group is known for multi-platinum hits like “Get Down Tonight,” “That’s the Way I Like It,” “(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty,” and “Boogie Shoes.” Selling over 100 million records and receiving nine Grammy nominations, three Grammy Awards, and an American Music Award, […]

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Comedian Tracy Morgan ‘Picking Up the Pieces’ at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 7

Comedian Tracy Morgan ‘Picking Up the Pieces’ at Mohegan Sun Pocono in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 7

From a press release: Mohegan Sun Pocono has announced that the nationwide stand-up tour of comedian Tracy Morgan, titled “Picking Up the Pieces,” is coming to Wilkes-Barre on Friday, Oct. 7. Morgan is one of the most respected comedians in his field. Performing in the Keystone Grand Ballroom and presented by COMIX Comedy, his stand-up […]