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Traffic light upgrades at intersections in Exeter and West Reading get state funding
Traffic signal projects at eight intersections in Berks County have received state grant funding. Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration announced Wednesday that a total of 73 municipalities across Pennsylvania will receive a total of $30 million in grant funding through the department of transportation’s “Green Light-Go” program. The program aims to improve safety and mobility in communities by reliev . . .
Silent disco is a rave for the kids
HANOVER TWP- The large all purpose room of the Hanover recreation building on 15 North Jefferson Road certainly had the visual feel of a dance hall on Wednesday evening, July 31. Like any respectable disco, the modest sized hall was mostly darkened, illuminated only by the decorative colored lights that...
Scranton law firm sends Olyphant letter discouraging sale of borough lot for John Basalyga's tavern expansion, advocates for pocket park
A Scranton law firm linked to a downtown Olyphant bar urged the town not to sell borough-owned land to developer John Basalyga to expand his upcoming tavern but rather to move forward with building a pocket park on the empty lot. The Pisanchyn Law Firm, whose founder’s limited liability company...
'Cautiously optimistic:' Officials react to nonprofit's pending purchase of Commonwealth Health
The pending sale of Commonwealth Health's hospitals and health care facilities prompted reactions Wednesday ranging from optimism to skepticism, with local officials eager for new investments to bolster the region's health care landscape. Lawmakers and others weighed in following Tuesday's announcement that WoodBridge Healthcare Inc., a recently formed nonprofit based...
Police: West Scranton 'explosion' caused by man burning trash
SCRANTON, Pa. — Police in Lackawanna County say a man caused an explosion when he used five gallons of gasoline to try and burn some trash Saturday in his West Side backyard. Officers ended up arresting Salvatore Licata, who police say acknowledged using gasoline to set the fire behind...
26 cadets graduate from police academy, Detective Gilmartin speaks on sacrifices
Scranton, Lackawanna Co. — The Lackawanna County College Police Academy held its graduation ceremony a few hours ago with a special speaker Scranton Police Department Detective Kyle Gilmartin. Detective Gilmartin who was shot in the head twice while on duty earlier this year gave some powerful remarks about making...
King’s College Send Us Forth Fundraising Campaign Exceeds Goal with $56.8 Million Total
King’s College today announced that its five-year $50 million comprehensive fundraising campaign “Send Us Forth”—the largest in the institution’s history— exceeded its goal by more than 13 percent. Send Us Forth ran from 2018 through 2023. The campaign leadership committee—co-chaired by Timothy J. Morris...
Police seek man who stole $600 worth of energy drinks
EXETER TWP., Pa. -- Police are on the hunt for a man they say stole more than $600 worth of energy drinks. The thefts happened last Tuesday and Thursday at the Target and the Giant in Exeter Township. Police say the guy walked out of the stores with multiple cases...
The Pilot Mind Drone Academy to launch in Pittston, offering specialized drone training
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY(WOLF) — In recent years, the drone market has experienced a tremendous amount of growth. One local man has traveled around the world flying drones and is now bringing a new program to northeastern pa to teach others. Dr. John Duesler, founder of The Pilot Mind Drone...
Free medical, dental and vision care coming to Scranton for one weekend only
Extractions, X-rays, free glasses and physicals will be available at the Remote Area Medical Clinic (RAM) in Scranton. “Patients are generally very grateful these clinics because most of them do not have insurance," said Caitlin Doughton, a University of Scranton graduate and aspiring medical doctor who helped organize the clinic.
‘Pathfinders’ Program teaches job readiness, life skills
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The recent homeless camp clean-up in Luzerne County highlights a growing issue of services for men and women experiencing homelessness. On Tuesday, one faith-based non-profit has a plan to help change helping people get off the streets and secure jobs. Wearing a blue apron, Reginald Johnson prepared lunch at Keystone […]
Teens bring new life to library grounds with garden
CLARKS SUMMIT, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A garden created by a group of teens will soon be open to the public. The Seeds of Change Gardening Club created a plan to plant various plants in the garden at the Abington Community Library, and it even hired a professional coordinator to help the teens in the process.
Avon Grove High School student wins Math Integration Bee
Alexander Dusseau, a student at Avon Grove High School, won The University of Scranton’s 2024 Math Integration Bee for high school students, which took place on campus in April. In addition to Dusseau, the four other finalists in the competition were Noah Beckish, of North Pocono High School, Andrew...
Pet Boa constrictor reunited with owner after brief escape in Tunkhannock
Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co. — A 13-foot-long pet Boa constrictor was reunited with its owner Sunday in Tunkhannock after leaving its owners home Saturday. Once Elizabeth the Boa wandered off her owners home the community quickly helped search for her. Elizabeth the boa was later found not too far away from home ands found a dark cool place to hide underneath a neighbor's shed .
Amanda Legge, OD ‘12: 2024 Special Recognition Alumna of the Year Award
When Amanda Legge, OD ‘12, was a pre-med student at Wilkes University in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, the program had a lot of connections which allowed its students plenty of shadowing opportunities with numerous local medical professionals. Dr. Legge landed in an optometrist’s office with Carl Urbanski, OD ’82, and...
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