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LCTA replacing bus stops in Newport Twp., Nanticoke with on-demand van service
The Luzerne County Transportation Authority is eliminating traditional bus service in Newport Twp. and significantly reducing stops in Nanticoke with plans to launch an on-demand “microtransit van service” pilot program.
Joanne Salsman
Joanne Salsman, 71, of Golden Hill passed away at her home on Thursday morning, July 25, 2024 while surrounded by her loving family. Born in Sayre, on Sept. 2, 1952, Joanne was the daughter of the late Vera Woodruff (d. Aug. 1, 1995) and Howard Salsman, Sr. (d. Dec. 11, 1977). After growing up in the Laceyville area, she would first find employment as a glass blower at Nepp Wire in Meshoppen before finding her calling as owner of the Trail Inn, also in Meshoppen.
Former Fiscal Manager Of Children’s Advocacy Center In Pennsylvania Charged With Wire Fraud
Angela Saar, 51, of Olyphant, Pennsylvania, former fiscal manager of the Children’s Advocacy Center of Northeastern Pennsylvania (CAC/NEPA), was charged yesterday with wire fraud by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. The criminal information alleges that Saar, during her employment at CAC/NEPA from November...
Shelter impact on the recent homeless camp removal in Luzerne County
WILKES-BARRE LUZERNE COUNTY— One of the agencies tells 28/22 News it was prepared to take in any of the homeless looking for shelter after being displaced from Kirby Park. 28/22 News reporter Gianna Galli joins us live in Wilkes-Barre now with how Ruth’s Place has prepared, and ways the community can help out too. Even […]
Skeletal human remains found in wooded area in Pa.
Skeletal remains were found in a wooded area in Luzerne County on Wednesday, according to multiple media reports. Police said they were made aware of possible remains located behind Hazleton Area High School in Hazle Township at around 9 a.m., according to WNEP, Fox56 and WBRE/WYOU. The Luzerne County District...
Two charged in death of Wilkes-Barre stabbing victim
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two men are facing homicide charges after police say they participated in a stabbing that killed a man in Wilkes-Barre back in May. The Wilkes-Barre Police Department has charged Justice Flenory, 23, and Jaime Knights, 63, both of Wilkes-Barre, with criminal homicide and criminal conspiracy after a stabbing left 33-year-old […]
Scranton garment industry legend, remembered for vibrant personality and style
SCRANTON, Pa. — Inside the door of LaSalle the Image Makers in Scranton is a shop filled with vibrant memories. "It's like a trip down memory lane, right?" Not just in the antiques that fill every nook and cranny. "People would come in for clothes and start looking at...
Scranton animal rescue hosting kitten shower this weekend
SCRANTON, Pa. — An animal rescue in Scranton is hosting its annual kitten shower this weekend. "So kittens are very expensive and come in large numbers," said Katrina Organ, St. Cats and Dogs of Nay Aug Zoo. But these babies are so cute, rescue workers at St. Cats and...
Family focused: Oasis celebrates 5 years of helping families in the opioid crisis
HANOVER TWP., Pa. — What’s being touted as Pennsylvania’s first family recovery center — and maybe even the first of its kind nationally — sits just south of Route 22, along the borders of Bethlehem and Hanover Township. Oasis Community Center — operated by the...
Pre-demolition work begins on Water Street Bridge connecting Pittston and West Pittston
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Work has begun on the pre-demolition process of the Water Street Bridge. The bridge closed in August 2021 following a failed in-depth inspection due to structural issues. Both bridges between Pittston and West Pittston will be replaced. "Well, I think at the end of...
Body found in Luzerne County ruled homicide
HAZLE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A body found in a wooded area near Hazleton High School has been ruled a homicide investigation. Officials stated as a result of an autopsy the body found in Hazle Township revealed the cause of death to be blunt force trauma and the manner of death is ruled a […]