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Scranton library branch to close for renovations
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local library will be closing for some long-needed renovations. The Nancy Kay Holmes Library will be seeing some major upgrades soon, including adding a handicapped entrance to the back of the building. The front entrance will also be renovated. Inside, crews will be installing a handicapped restroom and replacing […]
Pashinski, Flynn present checks to two libraries for renovation projects
WILKES-BARRE — State Rep. Eddie Day Pashinski, Sen. Marty Flynn, and Mayor George Brown on Monday presented checks to two libraries in the city of Wilkes-Barre. The positive and productive relationship between Flynn, Brown and Pashinski has continued to work for the betterment of the local community. The first...
Falls Recognizes First Responder Heroes
Saving a life was a team effort among Falls Township’s first responders recently. During Monday night’s Falls Supervisors meeting, Fire Marshal and Assistant Township Manager Rich Dippolito presented citations to members of the Falls Township Police Department, Levittown-Fairless Hills Rescue Squad, Levittown Fire Co. No. 1 and Morrisville Rescue Squad for the collective effort to save the life of Falls resident Cathy Lizotte.
Mayor Brown announces cleanup of homeless camps in Kirby Park
WILKES-BARRE — Mayor George C. Brown has directed that the riverfront area of Kirby Park be conspicuously posted to notify those who have set up camps that the City will be coming to thoroughly clean and clear the area beginning at 7 a.m. Thursday. The mayor said it is...
Joe Biden was famously born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, about 75 miles (120 kilometers) north of Allentown, earning him the nickname 'Scranton Joe'
Joe Biden was famously born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, about 75 miles (120 kilometers) north of Allentown, earning him the nickname 'Scranton Joe'
Wilkes-Barre unveils benches, trash receptacles painted by W-B Area art students
WILKES-BARRE — Thanks to some talented art students from Wilkes-Barre Area High School, visitors to downtown Wilkes-Barre can now get their picture taken sitting next to the iconic Mr. Peanut and other city landmarks. On Tuesday, Mayor George Brown and members of City Council welcomed students and their teacher...
Flames damage apartment building in West Pittston
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — Fire damaged an apartment building early Tuesday morning in Luzerne County. Firefighters were called to Jenkins Street in West Pittston around 2 a.m. Newswatch 16 crews found heavy smoke and damage to the building. Officials have not said if anyone was hurt in the fire...
Kids' Day Out: Mountain Top
The perfect summer day for kids involves three things: ice cream (always), time spent outdoors, and a little friendly competition. They can enjoy all of this with a kids’ day out in Mountain Top at Malacari’s Ice Cream & Mini Golf, followed by some time exploring nature at Wright Township Recreation Park.
VIDEO: Hit and run victim searches for tractor-trailer driver
LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — "I had a split second. I looked at my mirror, and there was a truck coming right at me. I had a feeling I wasn't going to make it." Patrick Ryder can't remember much of what happened Friday night when he was driving to the Pocono Mountain Carnival.
Wilkes-Barre Preservation Society summer architectural walking tour to be held Saturday
WILKES-BARRE — Wilkes-Barre Preservation Society director Tony Brooks will host the annual summer architectural walking tour of downtown Wilkes-Barre at 11 a.m. Saturday. Participants will meet at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 35 S. Franklin St. Free parking is available next door to the church. The tour will explore...
Camp Cadet turns teens into Troopers
DUNMORE, Pa. — It's not everyday you see a helicopter land in Dunmore. But, this week a group of 68 teenagers are turning into state troopers. "Every aspect of law enforcement we bring in because we want a well-rounded experience," says Pennsylvania State Trooper Bob Urban. When they say...