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New scam targets Pennsylvania drivers
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A new scam is sweeping across Pennsylvania that targets drivers. The scammers send text messages claiming to be from the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and telling people they have an outstanding toll balance. The scam offers up a link for people to pay that supposed unpaid balance. Those who have received a […]
August DUI checkpoint announced for Pennsylvania
(WJET/WFXP) – Here’s another reminder to stay safe on the roads as the Pennsylvania State Police have scheduled another DUI checkpoint for next month. Police will hold the checkpoint during the month of August at undisclosed locations in McKean County with the goal of keeping roadways safe and decrease injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. […]
Senators Casey and Fetterman Demand Answers from Norfolk Southern on Safety and Labor Practices
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Bob Casey and John Fetterman have called out Norfolk Southern for its safety and labor practices. The senators penned a letter to the company following a December 2023 train derailment in Logan Township, near Altoona, PA. The incident, though not resulting in injury or hazardous spills, raised significant concerns about how the company communicates with local officials.
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. […]
City team prepares for 90th Dream Game
DUNMORE, Pa. — We caught up with the City team over the weekend, practicing at Dunmore High School. Dunmore head coach Kevin McHale is running this year's group of City all-stars. The team has had a handful of practices and hopes to come out on top, because this year's...
Plans unveiled for playground transformation in Scranton
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...
Two waive obstruction charges in Carlisle Street ‘house of horrors’
WILKES-BARRE — Two people charged with the brutal torture murder of a Michigan woman whose body was found buried in the basement of a Carlisle Street house waived their rights to preliminary hearings related to assaulting a man in the same basement and obstruction city police last summer. Jason...
SPCA: 7 Horses Need Adoption or Rescue Home
DANVILLE, MONTOUR CO. (WOLF) — “It has just been so slow for adoptions this whole year has been a downward trajectory,” says Kristen Szwast. The Pennsylvania SPCA Danville Center takes in and rehabilitates numerous animals – including larger farm animals. “We have a beautiful property where...
Causal IQ Launches ‘ID-less’ Healthcare Audience Solution
Causal IQ, a leading provider of advanced digital advertising solutions, announces the launch of its innovative ‘ID-less’ healthcare audience solution. This novel healthcare advertising solution leverages a strategic partnership with BranchLab, a privacy-focused data science company developing advanced AI software that enables healthcare brands to reach their target consumer and healthcare provider audience. As the preferred partner for managed service campaign activation, Causal IQ will deliver a transformative approach to healthcare marketing.
NASCAR Penalty Report: July 2024 (Pocono Raceway)
Two suspended by NASCAR after the race at Pocono Raceway. NASCAR Haas concluded the race weekend in Long Pond, PA. The 2.5-mile track hosted the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series and Truck Series. View the NASCAR penalty report after Pocono below. After the weekend, three penalties have been issued. Two...
Lehigh Valley wrestling: Medals galore in Fargo, North Dakota
Pennsylvania continued its domination this week of the U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16U Nationals, the nation’s largest tournament, at the Fargo Dome in Fargo, North Dakota. It repeated as the team champion in the 16U and junior men’s freestyle tournaments and several area wrestlers earned stop signs with championships in their respective weight classes. The state’s junior squad set a scoring ...
Houlahan touts new legislation to help baby formula industry on visit to Berks
Houlahan touts new legislation to help baby formula industry on visit to Berks. The Investing in New Families and Newborns Through Tax Credit Act aims to give a boost to places like ByHeart, an Exeter Township-based baby formula company.
Pa. had a record year at the casinos. See how Wind Creek Bethlehem did.
The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board said Thursday it had a record tax revenue of $2.54 billion during its 2023-24 fiscal year. Wind Creek Bethlehem did its part. The casino in the city’s South Side was one of the top performers among the state’s 17 casinos in both table games and slot machines. Wind Creek reported that it made more than $252.2 million in table games, a year-over-year ...
Pennsylvania Family Seeks Justice After Son Died in Bridgeville Crash
Near BRIDGEVILLE, De. - June 23, 2023, changed the lives of a Pennsylvania couple forever when their 20-year-old son was killed in a crash on Route 404 near Bridgeville. Over a year later, no charges have been filed, and the family is calling for justice. Glenn Porter, a 20-year-old former...
New Cadosia Fishing Access Site Boosts Trout Fishing In Hancock
Mention 'fishing' and you will find many people paying attention. Fishing is one of those things that many people love to do for various reasons. It's relaxing, it's what's for dinner tonight (unless you come up empty), it's social bonding (with others fishing, not the fish!) The New York State...
One Dead, Another Injured After Crash on Route 17
State police have released the names of those involved in the fatal crash on Thursday afternoon in the Town of Owego. Police say a group of motorcycles was attempting to merge onto SR 17 from the Exit 66 on-ramp. Police say a tractor-trailer was already on 17 when one of the motorcycles collided with the tractor-trailer.
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