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Gun Trafficking Group Operated In Pottstown, Boyertown: Prosecutors
The group, which operated out of its alleged members' homes and storage units in Pottstown and Boyertown, "specialized in the acquisition and distribution of illegal firearms," prosecutors said. The investigation began in February, when suspected member James Hiller showed up at Pottstown Hospital with a stab wound, according to authorities....
2 new events coming to Bethlehem Running Festival this year
BETHLEHEM, Pa. - Two new events will be part of the Bethlehem Running Festival's lineup this year. The Aardvark Sports Shop 3.8-Mile Trail Run and the Kids Run will be part of this year's festival, which will take place from October 18-20, according to a news release from festival organizers.
Lehigh Valley under another heat advisory, with 'decent amounts of fuel' for storms
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Another wave of heat is forecast for the Lehigh Valley and a large swath of the region in the coming days. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory in effect from 10 a.m. Thursday to 8 p.m. Friday for heat index values — a measure of how hot it feels, factoring in humidity — around 100 degrees.
Heat advisory issued for part of Pennsylvania for Thursday and Friday
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory at 4:17 a.m. on Wednesday valid from Thursday noon until Friday 8 p.m. for Franklin, Perry, Dauphin, Lebanon, Cumberland, Adams, York and Lancaster counties. The weather service describes, "Heat index values of 100 to 104 degrees expected." "Hot temperatures and high humidity...
One police officer wrote over 2,000 traffic tickets in a year — most in the Lehigh Valley. Here's why
UPPER MACUNGIE TWP., Pa. — An officer recently honored for giving out the most traffic citations in the entire Lehigh Valley region in 2023 came from what might be a surprising place. Police Sgt. Dathan Schlegel doesn't work in one of the Valley's cities, or in a state police...
S&T Bank Welcomes Peter G. Gurt to the Board of Directors
S&T Bank has welcomed Peter Gurt to its board of directors, bringing 35+ years of experience in academic leadership and community engagement. S&T Bank has welcomed Peter Gurt to its board of directors. With over 35 years of experience in academic leadership and community engagement, Gurt brings a wealth of strategic competency to S&T’s board.
Harris takes 4-point lead in Pennsylvania; Casey up 5 on McCormick: poll
New Pennsylvania polling shows Democrats in the lead for both the presidential and Senate races in the state. According to a survey released Tuesday by Susquehanna Polling, Vice President Harris has a 4-point lead over former President Trump. Harris, who entered the race just more than a week ago after...
Senator Casey Introduces HIRRE Prosecutors Act to Support Local Prosecutors
Today, U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced the bipartisan Helping Improve Recruitment and Retention Efforts for (HIRRE) Prosecutors Act, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of local prosecutors to uphold public safety. This new legislation seeks to establish a federal competitive grant program that will enable district attorneys to more effectively hire, train, and retain staff, ensuring their ability to prosecute cases and maintain the rule of law.
Governor Shapiro Signs 30 New Laws Covering Property, Liquor, and Education in Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania has recently signed a series of new laws that bring his total for the year to 102. The legislation ranges from property rights to liquor sales, demonstrating a broad legislative agenda. One of the key laws enacted earlier this month is Senate Bill 1236, which...
New art unveiled in Pittston
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — There's new art in Luzerne County - after new pieces were unveiled last Friday. These three pieces can now be seen around Pittston. The first is a 20 to 30-foot mural called "Balancing the Past and Future" on the side of the AH Baby and Co. Building.
Berks and Lehigh police conduct aggressive-driving and truck enforcement detail on 222 corridor
In a concerted effort to enhance road safety, police departments from Berks and Lehigh Counties coordinated an aggressive-driving and Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Enforcement detail Tuesday morning along the US 222 corridor. This operation is part of a statewide initiative running through August 18, aimed at curbing dangerous driving behaviors and ensuring the safety of commercial vehicle operations.
PD: Wanted man arrested after found unresponsive
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man wanted on a warrant in Luzerne County was arrested after being found unresponsive in Wilkes-Barre. On July 27 around 8:47 p.m., officers were called to South Main Street after someone saw an unresponsive man lying on the ground inside Park and Lock Central. Police said they found the […]
Gun seized from carry-on at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
AVOCA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — TSA officers at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport say they seized a loaded gun at the airport checkpoint. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at AVP intercepted a 9mm handgun loaded with six bullets at the airport checkpoint on Monday, July 29. The weapon was caught when a man from Waverly Township entered […]
Robbery suspect captured after foot chase in Wilkes-Barre
A Freeland man wanted on robbery charges filed earlier this year was arrested and found in possession of drugs following a foot chase in Wilkes-Barre on Monday afternoon, according to city police. Vincent Knarr Jr., 47, had been wanted on charges of robbery and harassment that city police filed against...
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