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Lehigh Valley DI athlete puts law school dreams on hold to coach youth tennis in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A Lehigh Valley Division I athlete put his dreams of attending law school on hold. He's now dedicating his future to teaching youth tennis in Philadelphia."Attitude, character, as well as effort," Gabe Knowles, a tennis coach at Legacy Youth Tennis, said. "All of those aspects will control how you do in life."These are the lessons Knowles strives to instill in the young athletes he coaches at Legacy Youth Tennis — a program dedicated to making the sport more inclusive and accessible to kids in Philly."There's a lot of athletes in Philadelphia, but when they pick up a...
Owner of historic house in Easton files COA request
EASTON, Pa. - Easton City Council approved a certificate of appropriateness for a historic building Wednesday night at city hall. The action involves a temporary construction barricade and signage for the historical Hooper House, located at 501-503 Northampton St. The building is owned by the Rock Church of Easton, who was also the COA applicant.
Coroner called to stretch of Delaware River south of Easton
The coroner was called to a stretch of the Delaware River in the Lehigh Valley Wednesday. The coroner's office said it was sent to part of the river that is south of Easton. No word on the exact reason the coroner was called. Stick with 69 News and wfmz.com for...
PD: Juveniles arrested for multiple shootings in Lycoming County
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — After an investigation into shots fired in Williamsport, police say they arrested several juveniles for the crimes. According to the Williamsport Bureau of Police, the first incident occurred on July 18 after officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 2200 block of Linn Street. Police said a […]
Turnpike toll booth savings plan won’t stop fares from rising
(The Center Square) — The future of the Pennsylvania Turnpike is booth-less. As parts of the eastern side of the state have seen, a $600 million plan will convert the entire length to open road tolling, making all fares payable via E-ZPass or mail. Starting in January 2025, the...
More funding for home repair program left out of state budget despite high demand
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. Harrisburg, Pa. — A popular program that helps Pennsylvania homeowners with the cost of essential repairs did not receive more funding in this year’s state budget, despite overwhelming demand in many counties. Almost 18,200 homeowners who applied for help...
AG shuts down Pennsylvania drug lab with arrest of parents — $200K in narcotics found
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — A DMT and THC drug lab in Pennsylvania was shut down after two parents were arrested for running it — and the children were at home. Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the arrests of Drew Divelbliss, 36, and Lauren Divelbliss, 40, after a raid on their home in Eighty […]
Beer News: More Beer Jargon Explained / Ohio Brewery Sues Pennsylvania Over Discriminatory Beer Laws
A craft brewery in Ohio is suing Pennsylvania over discriminatory beer laws. Weve that, “Words to Drink By” and more. Ohio Brewery Sues Pennsylvania Over Discriminatory Beer Laws. On July 17, Urban Artifact, a Cincinnati brewery dedicated to fruit beers filed a federal lawsuit against Pennsylvania alleging discriminatory...
PA’s No. 1 recruit confirms Lasch Bash visit, excited for another look at ‘top-notch’ Penn State football program
The Penn State football team is looking to make a huge impression on several top prospects this weekend at the annual Lasch Bash. One of those prospects who has been a confirmed attendee is the No. 1 prospect in Pennsylvania in the 2026 recruiting class Kevin Brown. As the Nittany Lions look to inch closer to looking up the top prospect in PA.
Fire destroys home in Nesquehoning
NESQUEHONING, Pa. -- An overnight fire completely destroyed a home in Nesquehoning, Carbon County. Flames were reported around 2 a.m. Wednesday on Yard Street, just off of Route 54/Stock Street. Fire companies from Carbon and Schuylkill counties responded to the scene to help fight the fire, as it fully engulfed...
Police: FedEx driver robbed in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — An investigation is underway after a FedEx driver says he was robbed in Wilkes-Barre. The driver told police he was making a delivery on Kidder Street Tuesday afternoon when three men forcibly stole the packages he was holding and ran away.
Potential human remains found in Luzerne County
HAZLE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police are investigating the discovery of possible human remains in a wooded area in Luzerne County Wednesday. According to Pennsylvania State Police, on Wednesday around 9:00 a.m., troopers were made aware of potential human remains found in Hazle Township. Once on the scene troopers say they found skeletal […]
Bushkill Township Man Charged with Theft of Air Conditioners from Pennsylvania Animal Hospital
In a case that highlights the often-overlooked value of HVAC systems, a Bushkill Township man has been charged with the brazen theft of two air conditioners from an animal hospital. Pennsylvania State Police reported yesterday that the 36-year-old suspect, identified as Kyle Anthony Kleintop, is accused of dismantling and absconding with the units from HanoverView Animal Hospital in East Allen Township. The components were reported to have been broken into pieces before being hauled away, leaving the hospital staff and resident animals to face a day in undue heat until replacements could be installed.
Red Wings drop back into second, fall to Lehigh Valley, 10-2
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Rochester Red Wings had a chance to retake first place in the International League second half on Wednesday but instead fell back into second, as the Lehigh Valley IronPigs pounded Red Wings pitching for 18 hits- the most given up by Rochester this season- en route to a 10-2 win. The IronPigs scored at least one run every inning from the third through the fifth, including five runs in the fourth, while the Red Wings managed five hits all night.
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