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Double “R” Twirlettes celebrate 75th anniversary
The Double “R” Twirlettes recently celebrated their 75th anniversary at the group’s annual recital. The show was titled “1949 — World Events, Inventions, and Famous Birthdays.” The Twirlettes performed to songs representing important happenings that occurred the year the group was established. The Twirlettes,...
Progress being made at new Weston Field pool and skatepark
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Weston Field in Scranton is making great progress as preparations for a new pool facility and skate park are underway. The old structures have been demolished, paving the way for new developments. Scranton City Council has approved contracts with the companies responsible for building both the pool and the skate park. […]
Inspiring the next generation of game wardens in Wayne County
WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — Campers are soaking up the sun at the Rockport Hunting Club in Newfoundland with members of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. They're learning all about what it takes to become a game warden. "Game wardens, it's basically like almost the equivalent of a police officer, but...
Soup for the soul: Throop Soups offers plant-based food options at wellness center
As any business owner knows, some of the best ideas can come from the most unlikely sources. For Lynn Dzielak, the idea of complimenting the services already offered by her Now and Zen Wellness business with healthy, plant-based food options started out as an inside joke. “I took some homemade...
Volunteers are the heart of the 100 anniversary of St. Ann's Novena
SCRANTON, Pa. — As hundreds descend on Saint Ann's Basilica in west Scranton. Families come from far and wide to celebrate the 100 years of the Novena on Thursday. "It's kind of in memory of my grandfather and grandmother who used to come up here all the time," said Steve Sutton of Allentown.
An epic spray paint battle is bringing artists together.
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Versus Battle Art is holding an epic spray paint battle between a Scranton mural artist and a Wilkes Barre mural artist. The nonprofit Educational Opportunity Centers is organizing the event. The Versus Battle Art kicks off tomorrow at 5 at Diamond City Park in Wilkes Barre....
Plans unveiled for playground transformation
SCRANTON, Pa. — A large patch of blacktop behind John F. Kennedy Elementary School in Scranton has long been a place where imaginations run wild. "We usually play recess out here, and it's going to be a whole different place," says 7-year-old Oliver Scarnato. Just as Oliver said, the...
Healthy Campers, Happy Campers at Camp Zeke
A nutrition and wellness focus makes Camp Zeke a unique overnight camp option in the Mid-Atlantic. While many summer camps offer a variety of ways for kids to stay active and healthy, one overnight camp in the Mid-Atlantic region takes it one step further. Camp Zeke draws campers from across...
Campers share their special connection to St. Joseph's Center, Go Joe
HOP BOTTOM, Pa. — In less than one week, Meteorologist Joe Snedeker will kick off Go Joe 27, his yearly bike ride to benefit St. Joseph's Center. Sponsors have joined the Newswatch 16 morning crew in the Backyard all week leading up to the big event. On Wednesday, campers...
Dierks Bentley ‘Gravel & Gold Tour’: Where to buy last-minute tickets for Scranton show
Country music star Dierks Bentley is bringing his “Gravel & Gold Tour” to Pa. this weekend. He will perform on Friday, July 19, 2024, at the Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton. It is not too late to get tickets. Fans can buy them here (prices are as...
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