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Lehman Township fire department gets new building
LEHMAN TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — After 65 years, a long-standing fire company in Luzerne County is moving. The Idetown Volunteer Fire Department is now located on Firehouse Road in Lehman Center taking over the former Lehman Township Firehall, which had been sitting vacant for several years. Officals say this move will make it safer […]
Super 16 Countdown: #14 Riverside Vikings
TAYLOR, Pa. — The Riverside Vikings are rebuilding back after losing several starters from last season. The good news.. there are the next set of playmakers ready to steer the ship this season. "I've been playing with Richie since I was about 10, 8 to 10 years old. I...
New Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Degrees Offered at Scranton
The University of Scranton will offer new psychiatric mental health nursing graduate programs with applications now being accepted for the post-baccalaureate program that begins in the fall 2025. The University will offer a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Master of Science in Nursing (41 credits) and a Psychiatric Mental Health...
One of Pa's 1st paramedics has served the community for decades, has no plans to stop any time soon
LEHIGHTON, Pa. - Being a paramedic is something Doug Deutsch with Lehighton Ambulance Association said he never envisioned himself doing for 47 years and counting. It all started when he took an advanced first aid course. "It kind of snowballed from there," said Deutsch. His father was involved in first...
Misericordia University Appoints New Members to Board of Trustees
Misericordia University Appoints New Members to Board of Trustees. August 13, 2024—The Board of Trustees of Misericordia University (MU) approved two new members during its June meeting. Joining the board are Mary Griffin Cummings, Esq. and Misericordia University alumnus Adam Grzech ’13 ‘17. Board of Trustees Chair...
Woman wanted on drug charges in Luzerne County
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A woman is wanted for drug charges in Luzerne County, police stated. According to the Hazleton City Police Department, 29-year-old Abylmarie Gutierrez De Jesus is wanted for delivery of a controlled substance. Anyone who knows the whereabouts of this suspect is asked to contact 911 or submit a tip on […]
Pennsylvania murder suspect caught in Mexico
EL PASO, Texas (Border Report) – Mexican authorities say they have expelled a U.S. citizen wanted in connection with a murder committed in Pennsylvania. The suspect only identified as Donald Xavier T., 52, was apprehended earlier this week by the Chihuahua state police and turned over to U.S. Customs and Border Protection on Tuesday at […]
New website aims to make audit info more accessible for all Pennsylvanians
(WHTM) — A new website has been launched that aims to help Pennsylvanians with their audits. The Pennsylvania Department of Auditor General has created a new website to make it easier for Pennsylvanians to find audits in their county, as well as resources to help them better understand audits. “Our new, dynamic website was designed […]
Study finds Pennsylvania troopers stop drivers at similar rates regardless of race
(WHTM) — A new study is out on traffic stops conducted by the Pennsylvania State Police. Most of them are during the daytime, on weekdays, and when someone is stopped for speeding, they’re usually 20 miles an hour over, among other study findings. “This is so important because traffic stops are the most common ways […]
Minority-owned small businesses in Pennsylvania to receive more state funding in 2024
(WHTM) — Pennsylvania set a record in assisting minority-owned small businesses last year, and more money will be spent in 2024 as part of an aggressive campaign to help those businesses achieve their dreams. Last year, for the first time, Pennsylvania steered nearly $700 million toward minority-owned, women-owned, and veteran-owned businesses, including a Pittsburgh-based consulting […]
State invests more than $2M to help international vacuum furnace manufacturer expand
Pennsylvania is investing more than $2 million to support the growth of a Poland-based vacuum furnace manufacturer in Crawford County. SECO/VACUUM Technologies, the U.S. arm of the publicly traded SECO/WARWICK Group Co., is the North American sales, applications engineering, and service support team for world-class vacuum furnaces. The company’s Meadville, Pa., location provides stocking and […] The post State invests more than $2M to help international vacuum furnace manufacturer expand appeared first on Pennsylvania Business Report.
Presidential, VP candidates from both parties to visit Pennsylvania over next several days
Pennsylvania is again taking center stage in the race for the White House. Republican vice-presidential candidate JD Vance will be in Westmoreland County on Thursday morning. Former President Donald Trump will host a rally in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday. On Sunday, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and her running mate, Tim...
Another national company set to close Pennsylvania stores due to bankruptcy
(WTAJ) — As companies around the country file for bankruptcy and stores close in many states, another national retailer is joining the list. LL Flooring, formerly known as Lumber Liquidators, has filed for bankruptcy in Delaware, saying it is nearly $110 million in long-term debt. The filing comes with the announcement that 94 locations nationwide will be closing, including three in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania protects 247 acres of 3 farms in Berks County from future development
The Shapiro Administration has announced that Pennsylvania is investing more than $9.9 million to purchase development rights for 2,654 acres on 30 farms in 14 counties, protecting them from future residential or commercial development. These conservation easement purchases ensure that Pennsylvania farmers will have the quality land they need to continue supporting families, communities, and jobs in the future.
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