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Pa. Health System Geisinger’s 1 Million-Patient Data Breach Leads to Lawsuit
A patient affected by a “data security incident” involving Pennsylvania-based health system Geisinger has filed a class-action lawsuit against the company. Geisinger’s IT vendor, Microsoft-owned Nuance, determined that a former employee may have accessed the personal information of 1 million Geisinger patients, according to a June 24 press release.
Pennsylvania Senate Committee Advances Bill to Empower Nurse Practitioners
A Pennsylvania Senate committee has passed Senate Bill 25, which aims to increase healthcare access in rural areas by granting certified nurse practitioners the authority to provide primary health care services. Under the bill, nurse practitioners would be able to operate independently after completing a three-year, 36-hour collaborative agreement with a physician.
Warrant Issued for Bloomsburg Man After High-Speed Motorcycle Chase through Schuylkill and Columbia Counties
A warrant has been issued for a Bloomsburg man who led State Police on a motorcycle pursuit through Schuylkill and Columbia Counties on Wednesday morning. According to court papers filed by State Police Sgt. Thomas Hornung, Nathan Hays, 42, of Bloomsburg, faces 78 charges following the pursuit that began in Ashland. The charges include fleeing or attempting to elude police and numerous traffic violations.
Sports journalist Howard Eskin suspended from Citizens Bank Park following 'unwelcome kiss' toward Aramark employee
Longtime sports journalist Howard Eskin has been suspended from Citizens Bank Park. A spokesperson for Sports Radio WIP parent company Audacy said they learned of an unwelcome kiss by Eskin toward an Aramark employee at the ballpark.
FOX56 Community Calendar through July 7
Here’s what’s happening in your community with FOX56’s Sam Durante:. Going on now is the 95th Annual Millville Fireman’s Carnival through July 6th. There will be lots of food, games, entertainment, and rides with Fireworks on the 4th and 6th. Friday, June 28 – Saturday, July...
Search for man wanted in alleged retail theft at Walmart
TAYLOR, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is wanted after police say he was involved in a retail theft at Walmart. The Taylor Police Department is looking to identify the suspect who was allegedly involved in a retail theft at Walmart on South Main Street on June 28. Anyone with information is asked to contact […]
Men's Soccer Earns PSAC Top Team GPA Award
LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – The Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) announced that the Bloomsburg men's soccer team led all men's soccer programs in the conference in QPA (Quality Point Average). The Huskies finished the academic year with a 3.385 average for the 2023-24 academic year. The Top Team GPA...
Biden's childhood hometown 'embarrassed' by debate meltdown
As residents of Joe Biden's hometown Scranton prepared to mark that most American of holidays -- July 4 -- many were also voicing alarm about the US president following his disastrous debate last week against Donald Trump. Like others in the town, however, he could not name anyone other than Harris to step up to replace "Scranton Joe" at the top of the Democratic ticket.
Chatham University to Close Its One-Of-A-Kind Residence Hall
This is how marketing officials at Chatham University described the student dormitory at Eden Hall, the university’s fully sustainable campus in Richland. “It’s unlike any other residence hall in the region, maybe the world. When students arrive at Orchard Hall every August, the rolling hills and lush woodlands envelop it in a green calm. In fall, the warm colors of autumn beckon them to explore the apple orchard and smell the dry leaves in the cool air. When the trees are mostly bare in the winter, it’s sometimes possible to look through the branches and see the skyline of the city kissing the horizon. The blossoms of spring inspire daydreams of the future.”
‘BLaST’ I.U. 17 celebrates Independence Day
LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Nearly 200 special education students took part in an annual celebration of patriotism and inclusion in Lycoming County. Red, white, and blue flooded the track at Schick Elementary School in Loyalsock Township. Students, families, and staff took part in the “BLaST Intermediate Unit 17” Fourth of July parade. “We […]
Nonprofit teaches kids how to use boxing as an outlet in Lycoming County
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — A boxing ring sits in the middle of the Pajama Factory in Williamsport. The Dream Big Boxing Foundation, a nonprofit, is offering affordable boxing classes for kids. "Sometimes in Williamsport, some bad things happen. We want to give an outlet to kids here to give them...
Man charged in high speed chase through Clinton, Union counties
LOCK HAVEN, Pa. — A man from New York is awaiting a date with a Clinton County judge for allegedly leading state police on a high speed chase last week that seriously injured his passenger. Amaury Madera, 42, of the Bronx, wouldn't pull his car over June 26 on...
Two wanted for alleged burglary on Sans Souci Parkway
HANOVER TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for two suspects allegedly involved in a burglary on the Sans Souci Parkway. The Hanover Township Police Department states they are looking for two suspects involved in a burglary on July 1 around 3:20 a.m. at a business along the Sans Souci Parkway. Anyone with information is […]
New unemployment compensation web page created for Pennsylvania bus drivers
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) — A new web page was created to give bus drivers in Pennsylvania information on applying for unemployment compensation during summer break. On the web page, there is information on how to reopen a claim, how to avoid unnecessary eligibility issues and what to expect in terms of payment, according to the Department […]
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