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A-list musicians hit the stage in PA, NJ: Usher, Miranda Lambert, Jason Aldean
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- This weekend the Philadelphia area will have you singing! A-list musicians from hip-hop to country will grace stages in Philadelphia and New Jersey. This weekend is also a camper's delight with the 52nd annual Delaware Valley Bluegrass Festival in New Jersey. Comedic stars will hit the stage in PA and NJ with fan favorites, Gabriel Iglesias and Rudy Francisco. Plus, the Phils go head-to-head against the Nationals at Citizens Bank Park.Read about all those events and more as we break down what's going on around the area from Friday to Sunday.Usher at Wells Fargo CenterR&B icon Usher...
Tenfold helps pilot study of landlord incentives
The Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania is encouraging agencies that help homeless households find rentals to consider including financial incentives for landlords as part of a broader engagement effort. Doing so can dramatically reduce the time it takes for families to secure housing, it says. The evidence? A pilot program conducted...
DNC unveils billboards in Pennsylvania claiming Trump threatens IVF access
The Democratic National Committee (DNC) unveiled billboards Friday in Pennsylvania claiming that former President Trump threatens access to in vitro fertilization (IVF), ahead of his rally in the Keystone State. In a statement exclusively sent to The Hill, the DNC argued Trump has lied about his position on IVF and wants to ban the procedure.…
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service announce $17M for projects along Delaware River Watershed
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Federal funding from the Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund will go toward removing dams to help fish move freely, reducing stormwater pollution and restoring habitat for horseshoe crabs, among other initiatives.
MU Men's XC Finishes Third at Misericordia Invitational
The Misericordia University men's cross country team opened the season with a third place finish at the Misericordia Invitational, Friday evening at Letterkenny Fields. Stephen Rowley (12:40) finished fourth overall and Trey Rhinehart (12:52) was 12th. Ryan Weber (13:12) and Ryan Shulman (13:13) were 17th and 18th, respectively, and Tavian...
International Overdose Awareness Day Event held in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Several organizations teamed up today in Lackawanna County to tackle a far-reaching health crisis. Tens of thousands of people die each year from a drug overdose. For International Overdose Awareness Day, 28/22 News Reporter Iyee Jagne explains what’s being done locally to help save lives. Organizations like the Lackawanna Recovery Coalition, […]
Salvation Army hosts 2nd annual school supply giveaway in Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne Co. — The Salvation Army of Wilkes-Barre held their 2nd annual school supplies give away to lend a helping hand to parents and guardians as students prepare to go back to school. Families and parents were given goodie bags with snacks and important supplies like notebooks, crayons...
Women's Soccer Open's Season with Non-Conference Win Over Wilkes
WILKES BARRE, PA – The Oswego State Women's Soccer team took on the Wilkes University Colonels for their first game of the 2024 season. The Lakers took the lead early and never looked back securing their first win of the season on the road. THE BASICS. Final Score:. Oswego...
Mayor Brown announces Kirby Park Centennial Celebration for Sept. 7
WILKES-BARRE — Wilkes-Barre City Mayor George C. Brown has announced that the Kirby Park Centennial Celebration will be held on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mayor Brown said that in 1924, businessman and philanthropist F.M. Kirby commissioned the construction of Kirby Park as a generous donation to the City of Wilkes-Barre.
A slice of Italy: Scranton celebrates La Festa
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Italian culture's smells and sounds fill Scranton's streets as La Festa Italiana celebrates its 48th year. “Everybody is Italian at La Festa, and who doesn't wanna be Italian?" Asked Debbie Meila, Co-Chair for souvenirs and novelties for La Festa. La Festa is a 4-day...
Women’s Volleyball Defeats Rutgers-Newark and Goucher in Home Tri-Match
LA PLUME, Pa.- The Keystone College women's volleyball team picked up two wins in their first home tri match as they defeated Rutgers-Newark and Goucher 3-0 Saturday afternoon in the Gambal Athletic Center. Keystone improves to 3-0 with the two victories. Keystone 3; Rutgers-Newark 0. The Giants swept the Scarlet...
Police: Man out on bail for domestic charge accused of assault
SCRANTON — A city man out on bail after allegedly assaulting his girlfriend earlier this month assaulted her again during a shopping trip, according to a criminal complaint. Joseph Koester, 38, of 1708 Luzerne St., is charged with assault, harassment and theft after the Aug. 26 incident. According to...
Knoebels Announces September and October Events
Though Labor Day will mark the end of daily operation at Knoebels, there’s plenty of fun in store at Knoebels in September and October. Knoebels has announced its fall events, including September Weekends, Doggie Dive, Knoebel Lumber 5K, and Hallo-Fun. Knoebels is open weekends in September with ride passes...
Detective Gilmartin suing parents of man accused of shooting him
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The Scranton police detective, who was seriously wounded in a January 11 shooting, has filed a lawsuit against the parents of Aiden Deininger for not securing their firearm. Gilmartin is seeking $100,000 dollars in damages from Alex and Crystal Eastman on charges of negligence and negligent entrustment. The lawsuit alleges Deininger, […]
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