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Commonwealth Health eyes $120M sale of Scranton, Wilkes-Barre hospitals to nonprofit WoodBridge
Community Health Systems wants to sell its money-losing hospitals in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre to a recently formed Bucks County-based nonprofit with past ties to private equity investors. The proposed deal with WoodBridge Healthcare, announced Tuesday afternoon, calls for the sale of Moses Taylor Hospital, Regional Hospital of Scranton and Wilkes-Barre...
Neil Regina
Neil (Butchie) Regina of Beach Lake, Pennsylvania peacefully passed on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Allentown, Pennsylvania. His primary focus was his family, and he was a blessing to all. Born in Brooklyn, New York on May 21, 1944, to the late Frank and Mary Regina. He...
Penn State Wilkes-Barre library to host first board game convention
DALLAS, Pa. — If you are feeling “board” this summer, check out Penn State Wilkes-Barre's Nesbitt Library from 9 a.m. to about 4 p.m. on Aug. 1 and 2. Librarians will hold the first of what they say they hope will become an annual board game convention. It is open to all Penn State Wilkes-Barre staff, faculty and students and any library employees across the commonwealth, as well as members of the local community at no cost. Volunteers interested in teaching games are also welcome.
Looking For A Solve For 2024’s Craziness? Try Optimism.
Earlier this year, I marched with my kids and husband in Brooklyn’s Gay Pride parade, as part of a contingent of churches and synagogues supporting our LGBTQ+ family, friends, and neighbors. All around me were rainbows and cheers and an infectious joy. Gay families with children and without. Married gay people. Single gay people. And out of the corner of my eye, a gay couple just getting some ice cream.
Monsignor Kelly found guilty under canon law of sexual abuse of two minors
SCRANTON — Monsignor Joseph P. Kelly, a priest of the Diocese of Scranton and former executive director of Catholic Social Services in Wilkes-Barre, has been found guilty under canon law of the sexual abuse of two minors at the conclusion of a disciplinary process authorized by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith at the Holy See.
Luzerne County man allegedly uses Kik for child porn
PLAINS, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Luzerne County man was arrested after police say child pornography material was sent through a social media app. According to the criminal complaint, in February of 2024, officials received a Cybertip of suspected child pornography that was generated through a company known as Kik Messenger. Officials several videos containing […]
Diocese of Scranton finds Msgr. Kelly guilty of child sexual abuse under canon law
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Diocese of Scranton announced Monsignor Joseph P. Kelly, a former priest in the Diocese of Scranton, has been found guilty under canon law of the sexual abuse of two children. According to a statement issued Tuesday by the Diocese of Scranton, Monsignor Joseph P. Kelly was found guilty under […]
School Briefs 8/1/24
The following local students graduated from the university during the spring 2024 semester:. • Elizabeth Brace, Dunmore, CU-Bloomsburg. • Mia Grant, Dunmore, CU-Bloomsburg. • Breanna Koslowski, Scott Twp., CU-Bloomsburg cum laude. • Shane Murphy, Dunmore, CU-Bloomsburg cum laude. • Matthew Phillips, Scott Twp., CU-Bloomsburg. • Carlo Possanza, Archbald, CU-Bloomsburg. •...
Exeter fire department launches online platform to share critical info with first responders
EXETER TWP., Pa. - In an emergency, seconds matter. The Exeter Township Fire Department has launched what it says could save precious time in life-saving moments. The program, known as "Community Connect," allows residents to enter details about their homes, including who lives there and how to contact them during an emergency. Officials say you can also enter important information about your pets, including photos and veterinary contact information.
Inspired athletes create their own summer games in Susquehanna County
KINGSLEY, Pa. — The Summer Olympics in Paris have inspired some athletes here at home to compete in games of their own. The Fellowship of Christian Athletes hosted a backyard Olympics competition Sunday night in Kingsley, Susquehanna County. Activities included a kayak relay race, a nine-hole bucket golf course,...
19-year-old wanted after attempted homicide of Monroe Co. man in Pike County
PIKE CO., Pa. - A man from Monroe County was rushed to the hospital following a shooting in Pike County. Pennsylvania State Police say Derrel Ambrose 22, from Tobyhanna, sustained multiple gunshot wounds during the incident on Saturday night along Mallard Lane in Lehman Township. He underwent emergency surgery. The...