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Sixth-Generation Broom Makers Open Shop in Lopez
With over 100 years in the art of broom making, Meckley Brooms is celebrating a new milestone. Owners Brett and Briana Meckley have opened a retail shop in Lopez, just eight miles north of Ricketts Glen State Park. The shop officially opened in May 2024 and sells handcrafted corn brooms....
Stewart Park Pool closes for maintenance
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — Another one of the City of Corning’s pools is temporarily closed. The City of Corning announced on July 23 that the Stewart Park Pool will be closed through July 30 due to maintenance issues. The pool is expected to reopen at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31. The city did not […]
Corning-based Corelle plant temporarily lays off more than 100 employees
Correction: This story was updated to reflect that Corelle’s parent company is now called Corelle Brands. CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) — More than 100 Corelle employees are temporarily without jobs after an issue at a manufacturing plant. According to a representative from United Steel Workers Local 1034, a tank that holds molten glass at the Corelle […]
Corning Salvation Army to host Christmas in July fundraiser
CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – The Salvation Army of Corning is continuing to celebrate its 140th anniversary by hosting several events this summer to benefit programs and services in the Corning community. During the month of July, The Salvation Army will host a “Fill ‘Er Up” Red Kettle Christmas in July fundraiser and a Christmas in […]
Man allegedly threatens wife with chainsaw in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a man is in custody after allegedly threatening to attack his wife with a chainsaw. According to the Lackawanna County Communication Center, a male was inside the house trying to break through the bedroom door and had a chainsaw. Police said upon entry they located and detained 59-year-old […]
Wrapping up Day 1 of Go Joe 27 in Northumberland County
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Day One of Go Joe 27 could not have asked for more enthusiasm from folks in Central Pennsylvania. A sea of people and inflatables in Woodward Township helped Joe kick off his ride Monday morning in Clinton County, where he started his ride after breakfast in Lock Haven.
‘That’s a lot of lots’: Jaindl proposes 206-lot residential buildout along Route 22
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. — Four parcels — three north of Route 22 and one south, could become home to 206 residential lots and about 38 acres of recreation space in Northampton County. But for now, the project, Farmersville Estates, is in the planning stage with no approvals as...
Community Butterfly Release to be held in Painted Post
PAINTED POST, N.Y. (WETM) – CareFirstNY is hosting a butterfly release memorial service later this week for community members to celebrate the lives of those they have lost. The event will be on Thursday, July 25, at 6 p.m. at CareFirstNY on 3805 Meads Creek Road in Painted Post. During the event, attendees will have […]
Lycoming County police are warning residents of scam
LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of an ongoing scam in the area. According to the Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office, residents have been receiving calls at home, work, and on their personal phones from a man saying one of the following: Officials say before you give anyone information always […]
Man charged for failing to disclose arrest on gun application
Muncy, Pa. — A person’s failure to disclose a previous drug conviction might prove costly after a felony charge was issued by a local magistrate judge. Patrick Robert Ranck, 43, of Hughesville allegedly checked “no” to a question asking if he had previously been convicted of a felony. An investigation by State Police uncovered that was inaccurate, according to a complaint. Investigators said Ranck was convicted of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance in August of 2008. Ranck is being charged with false written statement to buy a firearm and statement under penalty of law. No bail is listed for Ranck. Docket sheet
12-year-old practices a gravity-defying hobby
MUNCY, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A 12-year-old girl from Muncy has a unique hobby and wants to encourage other kids to go after what they are passionate about. Mya Fish is a very busy The Warrior Run Junior-Senior High School student with many hobbies, including soccer and art. She also has another unique hobby she […]
Shapiro Administration Secures $500 Million for Interstate 83 John Harris Memorial (South) Bridge, Largest Federal Transportation Grant Ever Received in Pennsylvania
The Governor and PennDOT Secretary Carroll have advocated for this federal funding for the last year and a half – and this investment from the Biden Administration to replace the South Bridge is the largest grant in state history for a transportation project. The South Bridge carries more than...
Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pa. toward solar, hydrogen
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Police chiefs from around the Commonwealth arrive for annual conference
Police chiefs from across Pennsylvania are in Erie for an annual education and training conference. The executive director of the Pennsylvania Chiefs of Police Association said the chiefs are learning leadership skills and how to handle civil disobedience. He said it’s important that proper leadership is established in today’s environment...
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