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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 .
Crews rescue entrapped female from fire in Dunmore
DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews responded to a structure fire with entrapment on Monday night in Lackawanna County. First responders were dispatched to the 700 block of East Drinker Street at 9:45 p.m. All units responding were advised a female was in the bathroom on the second floor and couldn’t get out through the […]
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...
A lot of items in a little bit of space
SCRANTON — The Curiosity Shop, 640 E. Market St., was voted Best Gift Shop for the 2024 Best of Lackawanna County. This store is small, but it has a lot to offer. There is a vast array of accessories, home decor and seasonal items, and a small selection of children’s gifts. There are handbags designed by Lilly Pulitzer and Kate Spade. The shop specializes in plush toy brand from the UK called Jellycat. It also offers something called “Blind Date with a Book,” in which the customer receives a wrapped book without knowledge of its title or author but rather the genre. These books are usually bought as gifts.
Lackawanna College Offers Many Ways to Save on Tuition
Lackawanna College continues to lead the way in making higher education more accessible and affordable for students through groundbreaking corporate partnerships and a robust Dual Enrollment program. Corporate Partnerships: A Pathway to Affordable Education. Lackawanna College has created strategic partnerships with several prominent local employers, including McDonald’s, Sheetz and Allied...
LLA Member Attends YLD Summit
Every year, the Lycoming Law Association has the opportunity to send one of its members to the Young Lawyer's Division summit. This year Adrian Lee, Judge Carlucci's clerk, was tapped to attend the summit. Here is his report:. Bringing lawyers across Pennsylvania together, giving people an opportunity to hear perspectives...
Aliquippa Dominates Class 4A State Finals Led by Tiqwai Hayes: PA High School Football 2023 Recap
Aliquippa claimed the 2023 PIAA Class 4A state championship, dominating Dallas 60-14. The Quips scored on their first four possessions, showcasing a standout performance from junior running back Tiqwai Hayes, a Penn State commit, who rushed for 222 yards and three touchdowns. Hayes electrified the crowd with impressive runs, particularly a 61-yarder with multiple cutbacks. Meanwhile, the Aliquippa defense was formidable, forcing six turnovers, including five interceptions.
The Wright Center Expanding Access to Whole-Person Primary Health Services
The Wright Center for Community Health will open a new health center in Dickson City on Tuesday, Sept. 3 as part of its efforts to expand access to responsive and inclusive whole-person primary health services across the region. Drs. Supriana Bhandol and Ajit Pannu will lead the new location at...
Honoring the fallen and learning leadership skills
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Kirby Park was filled with students enrolled in the State Police Law and Leadership Academy. "A program we started about four years ago to assist individuals seeking a career in law enforcement," explained Master Trooper David Peters, the Director of the Northeast Law and Leadership Academy. " To understand the challenges that are involved with natural law enforcement, Academy, fitness, military drill academics, time management and actually stress management as well."
Police search for suspected shooter after attempted homicide in Pike County
PIKE COUNTY, Pa. — State police are searching for a suspect after an attempted homicide in Pike County. Troopers say Derrel Ambrose, 22, of Tobyhanna, was shot several times along Mallard Lane in the Pocono Ranchlands Private Community in Lehman Township around 5:45 p.m. on Saturday. Ambrose was flown to the hospital, where he underwent surgery for his injuries.
Abington Spa employees put passionate into their work
CLARKS SUMMIT — Abington Spa was voted best nail salon in the 2024 Best of Lackawanna County awards. The full-service spa and salon — with its state-of-the-art equipment — specializes in massage therapy, facials, hair cutting, color highlights and waxing. Owner Victoria Pasqualicchio opened Abington Spa nine-and-a-half...
MSOC: Jameson Tabbed As Men’s Soccer Mentor
SCRANTON, Pa. – The Lackawanna College Athletics Department is happy to announce that Leland Jameson has been named as the next varsity men's soccer coach, set to lead the program starting with the 2024 campaign. Jameson comes to the Falcons with both professional playing experience and coaching experience at...
Southwind Celsius hot 1:51.1 winner at Pocono
Wilkes-Barre, PA — The Captain Crunch gelding Southwind Celsius was last at the quarter in the $17,000 featured pace Tuesday afternoon (July 30) at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania, but with astute handling from driver Braxten Boyd, the strong closer actually got a good trip and won in a career best 1:51.1.
Woman allegedlly steals more than $500 of items from dollar store
Allenwood, Pa. — A Scranton woman was arrested after she concealed $527 of items in a bag at a dollar store and left without paying. Belinda Sepkoski, 50, went to the Allenwood Dollar General store on July 21 where she took a pink canvas bag inside the store and started filling it with merchandise, according to the affidavit. The store manager told Trp. Casey Ward of state police at Milton...
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