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Shapiro on VP shortlist; Philly Olympians; Pissed at Parker office mandate | Morning roundup
Why is Josh Shapiro a frontrunner to be the next VP?. Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro is a top contender for vice president under Kamala Harris. What would he bring to the ticket?. Meanwhile, Mayor Parker joined a long list of national and local politicians who are endorsing Kamala Harris in her bid for the presidency.
Jake Joins the Sue Henry Show on WILK
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — If you tuned into The Sue Henry show on WILK Tuesday afternoon, you may have heard a familiar voice - our Jake Sarwar!. Jake joined the legendary Sue Henry as a contestant on her "fake news" game. Sue presents four stories - three of...
Victim Identified in Fatal Crash on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County
The Pennsylvania State Police at Jonestown have released details on the crash that killed a woman on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County. According to State Police, the crash occurred on Interstate 81 northbound near mile marker 98.3 in Pine Grove Township just before 4:00pm. Police say the crash occurred when...
Mahanoy Area School District bans cell phone use during school hours
MAHANOY CITY, Pa, (WOLF) — Mahanoy Area School District has announced for the 2024-2025 school year that the use of cell phones will be prohibited by students during school hours. A bill to limit access to phones in school was officially signed into law last week by Governor Shapiro.
Black Bears Bullpen Combines for 5-0 Shutout of Crosscutters
GRANVILLE, W.Va. — In their first home game of the second half of the season, the West Virginia Black Bears won 5-0 over the Williamsport Crosscutters. The combined shutout was led by starting pitcher Aric McAtee who threw four scoreless innings with four strikeouts. After a stormy series with...
Gazette and Bulletin: July 12, 1924 – Interference With Fire Apparatus
Fire discovered shortly after five o’clock yesterday afternoon in a stockroom in the rear of the Hayes Drug Company, at 733 West Third Street, caused damage amounting to $50. Fire companies 1, 2, 3, 4 and the truck company were called to the scene on three alarms. The cause...
Scranton library branch to close for renovations
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local library will be closing for some long-needed renovations. The Nancy Kay Holmes Library will be seeing some major upgrades soon, including adding a handicapped entrance to the back of the building. The front entrance will also be renovated. Inside, crews will be installing a handicapped restroom and replacing […]
Lycoming College STEM offerings get a boost with new environmental science major
Building on the strength of the Clean Water Institute and an already robust biology program, Lycoming College will expand its offerings with the launch of a major in environmental science in time for fall 2024. The new major is expected to attract students interested in the rapidly growing green jobs sector, making Lycoming a more competitive choice among its peers.
Police seeking Mahanoy City woman on felony drug charges
State police and other law enforcement agencies continue to seek a Mahanoy City woman on drug charges. Ashley Duran, 27, of Mahanoy City, is charged with felony manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver, possession of a controlled substance, use or possession of drug paraphernalia and possessing a firearm when not permitted to do so.
Man sets fire to home to halt sheriff's sale: Police
Dalmatia, Pa. — A warrant was issued Friday for a Northumberland County man who allegedly set his home on fire the day it was scheduled for a sheriff's sale. Early the morning of June 20, firefighters responded to a a fire at the two-story home of Andrew John Souder, 35, at the 200 block of River Road in Lower Mahanoy Township. The fire was fully involved and originated on the second-floor of the home, according to the affidavit. Hickory Corners Fire Chief Ricky Spotts found...
PA Treasury Returns $230,000 of Unclaimed Property at Cutters Game
Treasurer Stacy Garrity today announced that more than $230,000 worth of unclaimed property was found for fans of the Williamsport Crosscutters at the game against the Frederick Keys in Williamsport on July 21. Treasurer Garrity threw a ceremonial first pitch ahead of the game. “What an amazing event! We really...
State police: Rideshare driver at fault for deadly Montour County wreck
MONTOUR COUNTY, Pa. — State troopers arrested a rideshare driver from Lycoming County for allegedly causing a deadly wreck on Interstate 80 while under the influence of marijuana early on New Year's Day. Reached by phone Tuesday, the driver, Anthony J. Machi, denied charges he was high while driving...
Pa. man who told police he smokes marijuana daily is charged with vehicular homicide
DANVILLE — A Lycoming County man who told state police he smokes marijuana daily has been charged with vehicular homicide following an investigation into a Jan. 1 accident on Interstate 80 near Danville. Anthony J. Machi, 45, of the Hughesville area, is accused of being responsible for the death...
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