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Pennsylvania ‘Proud Boy’ sentenced to prison: ‘Dont make us go against you’
WASHINGTON D.C. (WTAJ) — More than three years after the Jan. 6 breach of the U.S. Capitol, law enforcement and courts are still dealing with the aftermath, and a Proud Boys member from Pennsylvania just felt the effects of his actions. Brian Healion, 33, of Upper Darby, was sentenced...
Pa. Game Commission looks to add thousands more acres to game lands
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is considering the purchase of more than 7,000 acres of land to be part of various public game lands across the state and it’s considering a mineral and gas rights in Tioga County with bonus payments to the agency totaling more than $10 million. The agency’s board of commissioners...
Republican Senate hopeful Dave McCormick seeks to be ‘strong advocate’ for IVF
EXCLUSIVE — Republican Senate challenger Dave McCormick of Pennsylvania says he intends to be a staunch proponent of in vitro fertilization, with tax breaks for the expensive fertility treatment being an essential portion of his pro-family policy plan. “I will be a strong advocate for IVF,” McCormick told the Washington Examiner in an exclusive interview. […]
2024 PFN Player Profile: Getting to Know Schuylkill Haven’s Leyden Hertz
All County 1st Team, All Area 1st Team, All State 1st Team, All Eastern Honorable Mention, 2x Defensive Player of the Game. Coach says, “Long athletic DB/WR @ 6’2″ 180 lbs with 65″ wing span. Has great ball instincts at DB. Leyden has confidence in his football abilities. Will always cover opponents best WR. National Honor Society student. Plays basketball and football (4 yr starter in football).”
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 49: Dominico Yourey, Minersville HS
Starting Experience: 2 years (freshman and sophomore) Coaches Comments: Started on the OL since freshman year. Has gotten a lot bigger and stronger this year and is ready to be one of the most dominating linemen around. Follow EasternPAFootball.com on Twitter @EPAFootball.
What to know about Wilkes-Barre firework ordinance
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A reminder for those in Wilkes-Barre, an ordinance passed last year makes it illegal to set off fireworks within 150 feet of an occupied structure. Most fireworks you can buy in stores will be illegal to set off in the Diamond City. This comes after many noise complaints, fires, injuries, […]
Man turns himself in after murder-for-hire charges filed
PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man has turned himself in to police after charges were filed against him after police believe he plotted a murder-for-hire scheme in Luzerne County. According to the Plymouth Borough Police, in January officers began investigating a possible murder-for-hire scheme by 29-year-old Dashawn Nelson of Kingston. Police say Nelson got […]
Berks County Community Foundation to offer Nonprofit Management Certificate
Berks County’s nonprofit leaders can earn a Nonprofit Management Certificate by participating in a ten-month professional development opportunity designed exclusively for full-time paid nonprofit executive directors and high-potential staff members. The cycle and deadline for applications into the cohort program is June 24, 2024—July 22, 2024. Decisions will be...
Police investigate robbery in Hanover Township
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A heavy police presence occurred at an apartment complex in Luzerne County. Officials say they were called to the area of Marion Terrance Apartments in Hanover Township on Wednesday evening for an unknown incident. According to the Hanover Township Police Department on July 3 around 6:21 p.m., police were investigating a robbery […]
Road closures announced for holiday festivities in Luzerne County
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — With all the Fourth of July festivities, there are some road closures to be aware of. Bernie’s Memorial Three Mile Run will have some roads in Downtown Wilkes-Barre closed Thursday morning starting at 7:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. Driving access to the YMCA, parts of South Main Street, and Public […]
Fun Summer Places for Families & Pets; Turtles Crossing | A Close-Up Look at Animal Welfare Issues
Looking for places to take your family this summer? Enjoy nature and animals? Tune in to this show as host Tina Evangelista-Eppenstein will showcase some great places to see and learn about animals close-up for children and adults alike. Also – be wary of turtles crossing roads – do you know what to do if you see one? Find out tonight. Quiz kid will be in the studio too.
City View Park hosts record turnout at 4th annual DeAngelo charity event
HAZELTON, LUZERNE CO. — City View Park gathers the community for the 4th Annual Paul and Lisa DeAngelo Family Foundation Independence Day Charity Event. The event features live music, races, a silent auction, a cornhole tournament, a car show and so much more. The proceeds are donated to a...
More than 200 new jobs coming to Tioga County Pa. plant thanks to $100 million expansion
A Tioga County, Pennsylvania manufacturing facility will add more than 200 jobs to its workforce through a $100 million expansion project. Victaulic, a leading producer of grooved mechanical pipe joining and flow control systems, will construct a 150,000-square-foot addition to its Lawrenceville foundry to accommodate new molding lines, melt furnaces, core machines, and automated finishing and paint equipment to help produce larger scale products.
State Officials Tour Danville, Visit Downtown Businesses
DANVILLE – Some state officials toured Danville and said they are working on more help for downtowns. The state Department of Community and Economic Development Deputy Secretary Rick Vilello advocated for more investments for main streets, downtown business districts and other businesses. Secretary Vilello and Montour County Commissioners, one...
Man allegedly assaults neighbor, breaks trachea
Shamokin, Pa. — Police say a man punched his neighbor in the throat and broke his trachea, causing the neighbor to spend a week in a hospital trauma intensive care unit. James Brestel Jr., 38, of Shamokin, now faces charges for the alleged assault that occurred on June 22 near an apartment in Shamokin. Patrolman Benjamin Busko of Shamokin Police arrived at the scene and spoke to the victim, who was having trouble breathing. He told police Brestel had punched him, which was also corroborated...
Update: Teen killed in small plane crash near Lock Haven
CLINTON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — New details have been provided on a plane crash that happened in the early morning hours on July 4 that State Police said left one dead. Pennsylvania State Police said that a 17-year-old-girl was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which happened at around 10:30 a.m. A single […]
Saucon Valley woman turns yard into the Stars and Stripes for July 4th (PHOTOS)
Americans have different ways of showing their love for their country around Independence Day. Some are simple ways; others go all out. Cheyenne Reiman, of Lower Saucon Township, is one that went all out. She painted Old Glory on her side yard. “I love America,” she explained. Reiman decided...
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