Richard Howells is a renowned journalist and writer from Scranton, Pennsylvania. With an impressive list of achievements and awards to his name, Richard is the founder and editor of NEPA Scene, an online magazine dedicated to promoting local arts, culture and entertainment in the Northeastern region of the US. He has been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times and The Washington Post, and his articles have been syndicated in dozens of newspapers and online media outlets. He is passionate about connecting people to their communities and is a strong advocate for the arts and culture in Northeastern Pennsylvania.