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Man indicted by federal jury for firearm offense
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The United States Attorney’s Office announced a man was indicted by a federal jury for a firearm offense. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania charged Renan Tineo, 22, of Hazleton, New Jersey with possessing a firearm while having a domestic violence protective order against him. […]
Remembering USS Intrepid’s ‘darkest day’
William “Bill” Edmonds didn’t want to die. And he especially didn’t want to take his last breath on Nov. 25, 1944. It was his mother’s birthday, and Edmonds, then 20, was fighting to stay alive as Japanese war planes relentlessly attacked the USS Intrepid (CV 11).
Mother and daughter from Pottsville compete for national titles
POTTSVILLE, Pa. — The reigning National United States Pennsylvania Ms. Regina Burhop, walked the streets of Pottsville as a little girl. The very same streets where she is now raising her 4-year-old daughter, Ella Burhop, who is following in her mom's footsteps. Ella was crowned Pennsylvania princess in February....
Stuart Tanks roll again WWII weekend in Berwick
Berwick, Pa. — Embracing the grit, resilience, and the American spirit, Berwick is set to host its annual World War II Weekend. This event, a tribute to the town's rich history, will take place from Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Riverfront Park.That area is “The Test Track," where tanks were tested before shipping off to war. Organizer (and Columbia County Commissioner) David Kovatch told us why they have such a...
Hazle Twp. residents fear being left dry due to water project
HAZLE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A controversy is unfolding in the Hazleton area involving a major water line replacement project. Residents reached out to the I-Team for help after receiving shut-off notices from the Hazleton City Authority. Residents are supposed to hook up to the new water line, but many residents say they cannot […]
Pioneer Day Set for Ashland This Saturday
The 27th Annual Pioneer Day Celebration is set for Saturday at the Pioneer Tunnel Coal Mine & Steam Train and Higher Ups Park. From 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, attendees can look forward to an event featuring over 100 crafters, vendors, and food trucks. Located at 1900 Oak Street, the...
Slocum Township Fire Company's annual bazaar draws community
Wapwallopen, Luzerne County(WOLF) — Beautiful weather Friday night had people heading to the Slocum Township Fire Company Bazaar in Luzerne County. An annual event people always look forward to. The Slocum Volunteer Fire Company has been putting on an annual bazaar for the community for many years. For some,...
A Lehigh Valley highway is renamed in honor of fallen New Tripoli firefighters
A seven-mile stretch of Route 143 in Lehigh County was renamed Thursday in honor of firefighters Marvin Gruber and Zachary Paris, who died in the line of duty in December 2022 while fighting a house fire. A New Tripoli fire department truck slowly moved to reveal a green sign with the new name — Heroes Highway. Afterward, family members of the victims and firemen took pictures by the sign. The ...
Stuart Tanks Roll Again…WWII Weekend in Berwick
BERWICK – Embracing the grit, resilience, and the American spirit, Berwick is set to host its annual World War II Weekend. This event, a tribute to the town’s rich history, will take place from Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at Riverfront Park. That area is “The Test Track,” where tanks were tested before shipping off to war.
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