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Coroner: death ruled a homicide after body found near Hazleton
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — Officials in Luzerne County are investigating a homicide. A news release from the District Attorney's Office confirms that troopers located a body around noon on Wednesday in a wooded area near Hazleton High School. Troopers were first called to the area after receiving several tips,...
Weatherly proposes quality of life ordinance
Weatherly Borough Council moved on advertising a quality of life ordinance to address issues such as garbage, high weeds, and junk and nuisance vehicles violations faster than current rules regarding property upkeep. Council discussed the proposed ordinance, which does not replace the property maintenance ordinance. “In the beginning, it looks...
Lackawanna County official suspended for Trump assassination Tweet back on the job, resigned from Old Forge council
A Lackawanna County official suspended without pay for an "inappropriate" post he made online in the wake of former President Donald Trump's near assassination returned to work Monday, but resigned earlier this month as an Old Forge borough councilman. Shortly after 20-year-old gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks shot Trump July 13...
Baking contests set for Aug. 26
If you're into baking, the Wyoming County Fair wants you to know there are cash prizes available if you're judged to be among the best for specific baked goods brought into the Wyoming County fairgrounds at Meshoppen from 2 to 8 p.m., on Monday, Aug. 26.
Factoryville news
Greetings, all! Before I continue with my column, I am reaching out to say congratulations to our editor of 20-plus years, Bob Baker, who has finally decided to put his pencil and pad down and walk away from his computer (formerly a typewriter) and retire from his invaluable career of bringing the news to the people of Wyoming County. I saw in-person how very dedicated Bob was. On deadline days his focus was incomparable, and he always got his stories out on time! I wish Bob a very happy, well-deserved retirement. I also welcome our new editor, Jessica Harker. I look forward to getting to know her as time goes on.
Jenningsville news
It is hard to believe that here we are starting into the month of August already. The Tunkhannock carnival starts this week as well as other area carnivals. The kids will be heading back to school in a few weeks and then fall will be descending upon us. Where do these summer days go so fast?
Jury List
Here is a list of jurors for a special trial term on August 26, 2024, in the Wyoming County Courthouse. They include: Marlene Aitken, of Tunkhannock; Tina Alguire, of Tunkhannock; Kyle Baker, of Factoryville; Catherine Becker, of Tunkhannock; Brittney Bernoski, of Nicholson; Diane Billings, of Factoryville; Alina Bogedin, of Tunkhannock; Daniel Brown, of Tunkhannock; Gabriel Brown, of Dalton; Jessy Bullock, of Tunkhannock; Mary Capron, of Meshoppen; Tamera Christman, of Mehoopany; Kathlee Cieciorka, of Tunkhannock; Kaci Coole, of Noxen; and Michael Corbly, of Tunkhannock.
Homeless camp removal underway in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — City officials have started to “thoroughly clean and clear” a homeless camp in the riverfront area of Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre. On Monday, Mayor George Brown announced that the city would be coming to thoroughly clean and clear the riverfront area of Kirby Park. “The current situation needs to be remedied. […]
First "Harris for President" Event Held in NEPA
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — “We are here to celebrate our new nominee, Kamala Harris,” says Scranton Mayor, Paige Cognetti. Friday, Democrats kicked off the Harris for President’s first northeastern Pennsylvania event. Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti, Lackawanna County Commissioner Bill Gaughan, State Representative Bridget Kosierowski, and...
A new national spotlight shines on Josh Shapiro’s contested environmental record
Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks about his energy plan Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Scranton (Commonwealth Media Service photo) It was supposed to be a triumphant moment. Five months ago, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro traveled to a union hall in Scranton to announce a new energy plan his administration touted as a “bold vision for Pennsylvania’s energy future.”
OL Tavian Branch puts Rutgers in top three after Friday visit
Just a month after being offered by Rutgers at a camp, class of 2026 offensive tackle Tavian Branch of Riverside (Taylor, Pa.) was back on campus for another unofficial visit Friday. The 6-foot-3, 280-pound Branch currently holds five offers from Cincinnati, Kent State, Pittsburgh and Temple. After the visit, Branch...
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...