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Currents in the Electric City: A Scranton Anthology
(WBRE – PA Live) — Celebrate the publication of Currents in the Electric City: A Scranton Anthology with co-editors Brian Fanelli and Joe Kraus and many of the book’s contributors on Saturday, July 27, 3-4 p.m. at the Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, Second Floor, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509.
Wilkes-Barre clears homeless encampments in Kirby Park
LUZERNE COUNTY(WOLF) — After leaving multiple notices earlier this week, those living in homeless encampments within Wilkes-Barre’s Kirby Park were evicted Thursday morning. “Every city has homelessness, the way that we try to address it is to help people,” said Wilkes Barre Mayor George Brown. Wilkes Barre...
Historic $20 Million Gifts To Penn State, Paul Quinn College, U. Of Oklahoma
The past week has seen three institutions — Pennsylvania State University, Paul Quinn College, and the University of Oklahoma — each receive a historic gift of $20 million. Here’s a summary of each of the record-setting donations. Pennsylvania State University. On July 19, Pennsylvania State University announced...
Nearly $18M repair project begins on Callicoon Bridge
A $17.8 million project is under way to rehabilitate the Callicoon Bridge, which spans the Delaware River and links the Town of Callicoon, N.Y., with Damascus Township, Pa., New York State officials announced. The project will enhance public safety, improve resiliency and ease travel along a key connector that provides...
Honesdale's Brody Patrisso dazzles on the mound in travel team action
DAMASCUS TWP. — Brody Patrisso enjoyed a breakout year this spring as a key member of the Honesdale varsity baseball team. A sophomore pitcher who was flying under the radar prior to the season, Patrisso stepped out of the shadows to play a major role as the Hornets put together another deep playoff run.
Heading to a candle making class in Pittston with Coccia
PA live! (WBRE) — Chris from Coccia rides with Rachel Malak in the new 2024 Lincoln Nautilus® SUV to a candle making class in Pittston. Chris and Rachel took the Lincoln Nautilus® with it’s new tech to Designs by Olivia Grey on Kennedy Boulevard in Pittston to make all-natural candles.
A new national spotlight shines on Josh Shapiro’s contested environmental record
Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks about his energy plan Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Scranton (Commonwealth Media Service photo) It was supposed to be a triumphant moment. Five months ago, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro traveled to a union hall in Scranton to announce a new energy plan his administration touted as a “bold vision for Pennsylvania’s energy future.”
Homeless camp removal underway in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — City officials have started to “thoroughly clean and clear” a homeless camp in the riverfront area of Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre. On Monday, Mayor George Brown announced that the city would be coming to thoroughly clean and clear the riverfront area of Kirby Park. “The current situation needs to be remedied. […]
GIVING: John Price focused on making the world a better place
EDITOR’S NOTE: Next in a series of features on Kingstonians who are making a difference in our city. If you know someone that you think is making a difference in the daily lives of citizens in our city, please email janmurphy@postmedia.com to share. Story continues below. This advertisement has...
Ovation Playhouse NEPA brings "Anastasia" to the stage
The musical, Anastasia, has been beautifully brought to life by Ovation Playhouse NEPA. Join them at Dallas Middle School Theater for a story of self-discovery, and determining who you are meant to be in the world.
Wilkes-Barre Man Arrested for Terroristic Threats and Strangulation
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — On July 25, 2024, at approximately 12:13 a.m., Wilkes-Barre City Police officers were dispatched to a residence on Bowman Street following a report of a domestic dispute.…