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NEPA SCENE SESSIONS: Scranton indie/alt/punk singer/songwriter Betty White Devil
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. Scranton singer/songwriter D.J. Baker painted vivid pictures of personal memories with his indie/alternative/punk rock project Betty White Devil in Episode 5 of NEPA Scene Sessions. Wrapping his catchy tunes in quick wit with a wry smile, he shared acoustic versions of tracks from his debut album, “Uranus Ore Mine,” as well as new songs yet to be released in a five-song storytelling set.
Men's Basketball Receives Team Academic Excellence, Honors Court Awards
Kansas City, Mo. – The Marywood University men's basketball team won its seventh all-time NABC Team Academic Excellence Award, officials on Wednesday, representing outstanding achievement in the classroom by collegiate men's basketball teams and student-athletes. The NABC also announced its NABC Honors Court. Marywood University's men's basketball team earned...
Police called to Northumberland County fire company over bomb threat
SUNBURY, Pa. — An investigation is underway Monday in Northumberland County after a bomb threat was called into a fire company in Sunbury. According to police, the threat was called in to the Americus Hose Company following a social media post from a now-former Americus Hose Company volunteer firefighter.
Corey LaJoie defends himself over issue with Kyle Busch
Corey LaJoie was not in an apologetic mood following his involvement in a multi-car incident during Sunday’s Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pa. The Spire Motorsports driver spun out Richard Childress Racing’s Kyle Busch following a restart with 40 laps to go in The Great American Getaway 400. LaJoie’s No. 7... The post Corey LaJoie defends himself over issue with Kyle Busch appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Ponies Riding Nine-Game Winning Streak Heading Into All-Star Break
The Binghamton Rumble Ponies are winners of nine-straight heading into the All-Star Break. The Ponies began the second half with a 2-6 record before taking a nine-game road, one in which they went undefeated. The Ponies beat Hartford 7-3 on Thursday, July 4th and 7-3 again one day later. They earned a sweep of the three-game series with a 5-0 shutout.
Keystone Intermediates Clinche State Title in Thrilling Victory Over West Side
NORTH BETHLEHEM-In a high-octane showdown that had fans on the edge of their seats, Keystone Intermediates battled over West Side with a final score of 11-10, securing the state title. The game, held on Monday, July 15, saw both teams battling fiercely, with Keystone ultimately emerging victorious. Leading the charge...
Berks County to conduct Mosquito Control Operation in Exeter Township and St. Lawrence Borough
The Berks County Conservation District Mosquito-Borne Disease Program has announced a truck-mounted, ultra-low volume (ULV) mosquito control operation scheduled for Tuesday, July 16th. The targeted areas include residential and recreational zones in Exeter Township south of Rt. 422 and the Exeter Happy Landings Park area in St. Lawrence Borough. This...
Perfect 2 Perfect: Old Lycoming Township sale
Old Lycoming Township, Pa. — Our next estate sale is in Old Lycoming Township just outside the Grimesville area and just off of Princeton Avenue Extension and Fox Hollow Rd. THIS IS AN AMAZING SALE! This sale will be held at a beautiful home at 24 Goldy Lane on July 18-20. We are amazed at the wonderful items Primitives, antique furniture and furnishings galore. You will not be disappointed you came to this sale. We will be open from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. on Thursday, 8:30...
Council approves Chick-fil-A, new city employee appointments
Williamsport, Pa. — The city council said yes to Chick-fil-A on Thursday while other new plans were unveiled for the WaWa convenience store on Maynard Street. At the same meeting, officials welcomed the promotions of two employees to lead two key city departments. The city approved a land subdivision request by Famvest for the property that will soon be Chick-fil-A next to ongoing construction at the future WaWa site across...
Update: The current severe thunderstorm warning will expire at 10:15 p.m.
The warning was for Lackawanna, Susquehanna and Wayne counties. "The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, gusty winds and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm," states the National Weather Service.
Polis orders flags to be lowered for volunteer firefighter killed at Trump rally
Gov. Jared Polis ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff in honor of the Pennsylvania volunteer firefighter who was killed during an assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.
Pennsylvania Turnpike officials warn about text message scam targeting financial information
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Pennsylvania Turnpike officials are warning about a "smishing scam" that is attempting to get people's personal financial information. Scam text messages that say they're from the "Pennsylvania Turnpike Toll Services" are being sent to random individuals, according to a news release from the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. The messages contain urgent requests and say the account will incur additional charges if overdue payments are not made right away, the commission said. People who receive an unexpected text like this should not click the link.Earlier this year, a similar phishing scam targeted EZ-Pass users in Pennsylvania and other states. The Philadelphia Parking Authority recently warned residents about a similar "smishing scam" – a scam using SMS or text message.For E-ZPass customers, there are multiple approved safe methods to check your account — the official PA Turnpike E-ZPass website or the PA Toll Pay app from the Apple App Store or Google Play store.Customers who get a fraudulent message can report it to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.gov.
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