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Press & Sun Letters: Help for veterans, border issues, and how to volunteer
Free prescription eyeglasses available for veterans It’s surprising that a military veteran who is eligible for VA health care does not take advantage of free prescription eyeglasses. All a veteran has to do is call 607-772-9100, the Binghamton Community Based Outpatient Clinic CBOC located at 203 Court St., Binghamton, and make an eye appointment....
Roadwork coming up in Wyalusing
WYALUSING, Pa. (WETM) — People who live in Wyalusing might have to deal with some roadwork-related traffic over the next few weeks. According to PennDOT, Route 6 between Dunkin/Sunoco and Subway be reduced to one lane while crews are working on a gas main project. Crews will be working between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. […]
Lackawanna College & Peirce College Announce Intent to Merge, Creating PA’s Largest Private, Nonprofit Open Enrollment Institution
Lackawanna College and Peirce College announced on Aug. 13 that they intend to merge, based on the shared belief that both institutions are better and stronger together and aptly positioned to help more residents of Pennsylvania transform their lives. Pending the required approvals, Peirce will merge into Lackawanna, becoming a singular institution under the Lackawanna College name.
Terry Pegula earned this prestigious honor from Scranton Prep
Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres owner and CEO, Terry Pegula, is being inducted into the Scranton Prep Athletics Hall of Fame. As part of the 2024 Legends Hall class, Pegula '69 will be inducted into the Hall of Fame during Friday's August Celebration of Sport. Pegula has always had a...
US Arrests Reputed Peruvian Gang Leader Wanted for 23 Killings in His Home Country
NEW YORK (AP) — A reputed Peruvian gang leader suspected in 23 killings in his home country was arrested Wednesday in New York by U.S. immigration authorities. Gianfranco Torres-Navarro, the leader of “Los Killers” who is wanted for the killings in Peru, was arrested in Endicott, New York, about 145 miles (233 kilometers) northwest of New York City, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Thursday. He is being held at a federal detention facility near Buffalo pending an immigration hearing.
Everything you need to know about Team Allied Services and You
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — This year’s Team Allied Services and You campaign will focus on raising funds for children at Allied Services. With the support of WNEP, major sponsors, volunteer runners, and you, Team Allied Services and You will raise funds and awareness for pediatric care at Allied Services Integrated Health Systems.
You Can Easily Visit The World’s Bluest Lake from New York
How has your summer been so far? I've enjoyed the fact that we have had less rain than we did last summer. At least it seems this year has been less wet. Experiencing temperatures in the 90s was a bit much, but better than the sub-zero tempers we will most likely deal with next winter.
Pioneer Nights Festival kicks off in Carbondale
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Wednesday was the first night of the Annual Pioneer Nights Festival in Carbondale. This year marks the 21st Annual Pioneer Nights. The festival features a wide variety of activities like music games, rides, and plenty of good food. The festival will showcase everything the city has to offer during an […]
US officials nab Peruvian gang leader wanted for nearly 2 dozen killings in home country: ‘Significant threat’
U.S. immigration officials on Wednesday nabbed a Peruvian gang leader wanted for nearly two dozen murders in his home country. Gianfranco Torres-Navarro, 38, was arrested in Endicott, New York, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Thursday. He’s being held at a federal detention facility near Buffalo pending an immigration hearing,...
Rain, storms expected in Binghamton area this weekend: Here's the outlook
If you plan on heading out this weekend in Binghamton, be sure to grab an umbrella and raincoat. The countdown to fall temperatures is just over a month away, but summer heat remains in the days to come. According to the National Weather Service, the Southern Tier can expect rainy...
How Powderhouse Road in Vestal, New York Got Its Name
As my son and I traveled along Powderhouse Road in Vestal recently, he curiously asked how the road got its intriguing name. Having never thought about the question before, I promised him I would see what I could find out, and what I learned was quite interesting and shed light on the road's rich past.
Campbell Crushes Homer in Eleven-Inning Comeback Win
Binghamton, New York- The Portland Sea Dogs (28-12, 64-45) rally to score six runs in the final three frames to defeat the Binghamton Rumble Ponies (21-19, 56-51) 6-4 in 11 innings. Hunter Dobbins spun 6.0 shuotut innings allowing just two hits while walking one and striking out three. Allan Castro...
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