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Man found guilty of selling fentanyl across NEPA
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A jury has found a man guilty of selling fentanyl across Luzerne and Lackawanna County. According to U.S. Attorney Gerard M. Karam, a jury found Kevin Jones, aka “Hat”, 39, of Wilkes-Barre, guilty of conspiring to distribute more than 400 grams of fentanyl. Officials say Jones was one of fifteen […]
NEPA university closing due to financial issues
A university in Lackawanna County is closing its doors. Because of ongoing financial problems, leaders at Clarks Summit University in Lackawanna County have decided to close the school prior to the Fall semester. The school in South Abington Township, formerly known as Bible Baptist College, will now help students to transition to other universities. The announcement was posted Monday on the Clarks Summit University website. Workers and faculty were furloughed last month in an effort to close the university's financial gap. Courses will continue until completion for students presently enrolled in summer session courses.
Governor Shapiro announces property tax distribution, rebates for 2023
DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne visited Robert Dougherty Dunmore High Rise in Lackawanna County on Monday. They announced the distribution of property tax and rent rebates for 2023 starting on Monday. The property tax and rent rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older, widows, […]
Updated: Grief, gratitude at Clarks Summit University as school announces closure
Clarks Summit University’s pending closure brought both grief and gratitude to the Lackawanna County campus on Monday. Staff and students of the Baptist school, which had furloughed all employees last month, had remained hopeful the school could remain open despite its financial troubles. Faculty planned new programs. Alumni provided...
Clarks Summit University to close
SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, PA — Because of ongoing financial problems, leaders at Clarks Summit University in Lackawanna County have decided to close the school. The announcement was posted Monday on the Clarks Summit University website. Workers and faculty were furloughed last month in an effort to close the university's...
Fishing Fridays at Camp Freedom | Check It Out with Chelsea
WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — A nonprofit in Lackawanna County that helps veterans and first responders is introducing a new program. Camp Freedom is now hosting Fishing Fridays on the second and fourth Friday of each month. The program gives veterans and first responders seeking connection or therapy in nature...
Shapiro, Browne visit senior center in Lackawanna County
SCRANTON — Gov. Josh Shapiro on Monday said he has heard from seniors about how they’re struggling with rising costs and the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program “is a lifeline” for them and Pennsylvanians with disabilities. “I made a promise to cut costs and deliver for Pennsylvanians...
Update: The severe thunderstorm warning is anticipated to expire at 2 p.m.
The warning was for Lackawanna and Wayne counties. "The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, gusty winds to 50 mph are still possible with this thunderstorm. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 7 p.m. for northeastern Pennsylvania," says the National Weather Service.
Cornhole tournament benefits fire department in Lackawanna County
OLD FORGE, Pa. — Dozens of people participated in a cornhole tournament in Lackawanna County on Sunday. The 3rd annual Old Forge Fire Department Cornhole Tournament was held at Revello's along South Main Street. More than 40 teams signed up, and folks had the chance to win all sorts...
White House visit for Abington Heights mock trial team
LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — A national championship win paved the way for the Abington Heights High School mock trial team to meet President Joe Biden. The team won the national championship in May in Delaware. Abington Heights is the first team from Pennsylvania to win the national title after...
Scranton Area Community Foundation Awards $15,000 Grant to Valley Youth House to support Rapid Re-Housing program in Lackawanna County
Photographed (left to right): Frank Caputo, Grants and Scholarships Manager, Scranton Area Community Foundation; Cathy Fitzpatrick, Director of Grants and Scholarships, Scranton Area Community Foundation; Nichole Rios, Associate Director NEPA IL Services, Valley Youth House; and Laura Ducceschi, President and CEO, Scranton Area Community Foundation. SCRANTON, PA (June 27, 2024)...
Climbing Montage Mountain in Mainline 5K
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — How does running a 5K early in the morning sound? In Lackawanna County Sunday, many tackled the slopes of Montage Mountain. More than 300 participants embarked on the challenge of the Mainline 5K. It was the first race of the Black Diamond Series, and the course was steep, muddy, and […]
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