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Celebrating Independence Day the old-fashioned way in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It’s Independence Day and one classic celebration is well underway in Luzerne County. Wilkes Barre’s Old-Fashioned Fourth of July celebration is happening at Kirby Park and the event has a little something for everyone. “Well we’re celebrating the birthday of America, 2024,” said City of Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown. It’s […]
Pittsburgh won't be removing homeless encampments after U.S. Supreme Court ruling
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- Do people experiencing homelessness have the right to camp out in cities like Pittsburgh? Over the objections of advocates for those experiencing homelessness, the U.S. Supreme Court has ruled cities can enforce no-camping laws and take down tent encampments, even if there is no offer of alternative shelter or housing.In Pittsburgh, the tents will stay.Tucked behind the Allegheny County Jail is a sprawling encampment of 35 tents along the Eliza Furnace Trail."It's getting ridiculous. We have our two kids and I don't even really want to take them past it. They're definitely encroaching on the trail. You know,...
Myerstown woman latest to file a federal lawsuit over Geisinger’s data breach
WILLIAMSPORT — The number of federal lawsuits over the data breach that may have affected more than 1 million Geisinger Health System patients has risen to six with the latest one by a Lebanon County woman. Amber Lopez of Myerstown like the others is hoping her complaint against Geisinger...
Pa. Senate passes bill that could add 10 extra hours to bar happy hours
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Pennsylvania Senate has passed a bill that would allow for happy hours to be expanded. House Bill 829, introduced by Representative Matthew Gergely (D-Allegheny), highlighted that since COVID-19, food service industries and liquor licensees are struggling to grow and thrive. In order to help the business grow, Gergely argued that […]
Pennsylvania working on interstate licensing compacts
(The Center Square) – State government’s mission to attract and retain health care workers took another step forward Wednesday. The House of Representatives approved legislation paving the way for Pennsylvania’s participation in interstate licensing compacts. This means doctors, nurses, pharmacists, counselors, and many other medical professionals could soon practice in multiple states without applying for new licenses every time. It’s an important step that could attract these in-demand workers from...
Climate advocates boost EVs as anti-EV ads run in Pa.
Holiday weekends often bring up conversations about gas prices. But electric vehicle advocates want more people to consider skipping the pump altogether. The advocacy arm of the Environmental Defense Fund says EVs are getting more affordable and convenient each year. The push comes as an oil refining trade group is...
Heat wave to burn into next week; how hot will it be
You shouldn't stash the sunscreen just yet, as the record heat that broiled much of the country earlier this summer rolled through the Fourth of July holiday weekend and will continue well into next week. Much of the Mid-Atlantic region is under a heat advisory issued by the National Weather...
PD: Teens arrested after fight at Kirby Park July 4th celebration
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two teens were arrested after police say a fight broke out during Kirby Park’s 4th of July celebration. On Thursday around 9:30 p.m. officers patrolling Kirby Park during the Wilkes Barre’s Old-Fashioned Fourth of July celebration saw two teens physically fighting with each other. Police say both teens, a 14-year-old […]
PSP: ATV rider wanted for fleeing police after trespassing
CONYNGHAM TWP., COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police are searching for an ATV rider who allegedly trespassed on private property multiple times and fled from troopers. According to Pennsylvania State Police, on June 29 troopers were called for an ATV rider causing a disturbance in the 500 block of And Avenue in Conyngham Township. Police […]
DUI checkpoints set in Lackawanna County
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police announced DUI checkpoints will be placed across various roadways in Lackawanna County. According to Pennsylvania State Police, sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols aim to deter drinking and driving. Police are operating with a “zero-tolerance enforcement policy.” State police will be conducting the DUI checkpoints in Scranton across areas […]
Phillies surprise roster shuffle sees reliever demoted to Triple-A for rookie arm
Heading into their weekend matchup with the Atlanta Braves, the Philadelphia Phillies announced a series of roster moves that came seemingly out of nowhere, but make sense when you look closer. With three big games lined up against their biggest competition in the NL East, despite holding a 9.0-game lead...
Brian Street named dean of ESU’s College of Health Sciences
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Margaret Ball, D.M.A., provost and vice president for academic affairs at East Stroudsburg University, has announced the appointment of Brian Street, Ph.D. as the dean of the College of Health Sciences effective July 15, 2024. The appointment replaces a role within the division that was previously filled on an interim basis by Chad Witmer, Ph.D., professor of exercise science.
Leading manufacturer Victaulic plans expansion in Tioga County
Lawrenceville, Pa. — A Tioga county business is expanding its operations thanks to a hefty investment. Victaulic, the originator and world leader in producing grooved mechanical pipe joining and flow control systems, has committed to a $100 million-plus expansion to its Lawrenceville foundry. The company produces parts that are essential for fire extinguishing sprinkler systems, HVAC, plumbing, and many other purposes. The 150,000 sq. ft. expansion will accommodate new molding...
Wawa construction progressing at Union Center Plaza in Wilkes-Barre Twp.
WILKES-BARRE TWP. — Construction is progressing at Union Center Plaza along Route 309 in Wilkes-Barre Township, for a new Wawa convenience store/gas station. Steel girders are going up and the entire site is being developed. Wawa hopes to open the store in late 2024 or early 2025. This is...
I won $5m from a scratch-off lottery ticket after final cancer treatment – but they made me give up $1.3m
A LUCKY lottery player recently beat the odds to land a multi-million-dollar prize pot. They discovered the big win just in time for their birthday and after their final radiation treatment for breast cancer. Donna Osborne, a resident of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, told lottery officials last month that the combination...
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