PLAINS, Pa. — A Pittston native was honored as The Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Irish Woman of the year.
Mary Clare Leonard was presented with the award at the organization's annual women's breakfast at the Woodlands near Wilkes-Barre.
She is a lifelong resident of Pittston and worked as a registered nurse her entire career. She graduated from St. Mary's Assumption, Pittston Central Catholic High School and Pittston Hospital School of Nursing as well as Marywood College.
Our very own Jackie Lewandoski was the guest speaker at the event in Luzerne County.