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PA Couple Charged with Identity Theft at Casino
A Pennsylvania couple is facing several charges after allegedly attempting to profit at someone else’s expense. Nigel Paul Correa, 51, of Sunbury, was arrested on felony charges of identity theft and conspiracy to obtain property by false pretense. Correa also has two extradition/fugitive orders from another state. Jessica R....
Josh Shapiro’s environmental record under scrutiny with new national attention
On March 13, 2024, Governor Josh Shapiro discussed his energy plan in Scranton. Back in Scranton, Pennsylvania, five months ago, Governor Josh Shapiro stood in a union hall to unveil his administration’s latest energy plan, which was promoted as a “bold vision for Pennsylvania’s energy future.” Despite the initial excitement, the moment was far from triumphant.
Volunteers collect 'depressing volume' of roadside trash across the state
For Aspinwall resident Kevin Kerr, the worst part of cleaning litter from Freeport Road is the sheer number of cigarette butts. “We get the food wrappers and pop cans, but the most frustrating and plentiful is definitely the butts,” said Kerr, who volunteers twice a year for the state’s Adopt-A-Highway program.
Rose ready for Senior season at Wofford
At Scranton Prep Rachel Rose was an all state player with the Classics. then after one successful season with the University of South Carolina Upstate she transferred to Wofford University and has garnered numerous honors over the last two seasons including being named an 8 time Southern Conference Player of the week, Conference player of the year after her sophomore year and led the team to it’’s first ever regular season conference title two seasons ago.
Road closure in Lackawanna County
LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — A road that was shut down overnight in Lackawanna County due to a crash will remain closed for another reason. Marshwood Road in Jefferson Township was closed after a crash damaged a pole and brought down wires Monday night. Now, that road will remain closed...
Scranton man sentenced to 28.5 to 60 years after assaulting three kids
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say a man will be spending time in prison after being sentenced for assaulting three children. The Lackawanna County District Attorney Mark Powell in a press release said Judge Michael Barrasse sentenced Kareem Shelton on Monday to 28 and a half to 60 years in prison for aggravated assault […]
Section of Route 611 in Monroe County to reopen
DELAWARE WATER GAP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Having been closed since December 2022, the reopening of part of Route 611 in the Poconos is finally in sight. Businesses like the Historic Castle Inn have seen fewer customers since the closure. “Some of the signage confused people and they thought that we were closed but we’re […]
Touch-A-Truck, pancake breakfast set for Saturday at Bradford County Airport
Radigan Media, the Towanda Rotary Club and the Bradford County Airport are teaming up to host a Touch-A-Truck and fly-in pancake breakfast this weekend. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bradford County Airport, located at 415 Airport Road in Towanda. The pancake breakfast...
Penn State Wilkes-Barre’s Friedman Art Gallery to display new exhibit
DALLAS, Pa. — Penn State Wilkes-Barre's Friedman Art Gallery is hosting a new solo exhibition by artist Seth Ellison entitled “Lost in Paradise.” The exhibit, which will feature a variety of Ellison’s paintings, runs from Sunday, Aug. 18, through Tuesday, Oct. 29, and is free and open to the public weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Friedman Art Gallery is located inside the campus’ Nesbitt Academic Commons.
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.
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 .
Olympic skateboarding buzz in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — Filled with bikes, skateboards, and scooters, the skatepark at Hollenback Park in the city of Wilkes-Barre is a favorite spot to ride. "I feel good; every day on my board is a good day," said Brady Kaushas. With the Olympic games underway in Paris, people...
Farmers Inn and Tavern holds grand opening in Shavertown
SHAVERTOWN, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the historic Farmers Inn and Tavern in Luzerne County. The restaurant and inn were closed due to the pandemic and is now under new ownership. Crews worked to renovate and restore the property, which has been open since the end of June, […]
Irem Temple Restoration Receives Crucial Grant Funding
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — In 1907 construction began on what would become one of the “crown jewels” of downtown Wilkes-Barre, the Irem Temple. Fast forward to the 1980s and the building became inactive. However, in 2019, a group of people aimed at revitalizing the space took control.
Suit Me wins Pocono feature as upsets abound
Wilkes-Barre, PA – The Explosive Matter gelding Suits Me, a consistent checkgetter, had not made the breakthrough to the winners circle in 2024 until the $15,000 featured trot Monday (July 29) at Pocono Downs at Mohegan Pennsylvania, when he beat the heavy favorite Sainthood by a neck while taking a new mark of 1:55.1.