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Sen. Fetterman urges Dep. of Agriculture to protect small, domestic livestock producers
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WTAJ) — In an effort to safeguard small domestic poultry and livestock producers from the interests of large corporations, Senator John Fetterman sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The letter expressed endorsement for the “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets” and “Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems” […]
A new Pennsylvania law protects homeowners against ‘We Buy Houses’ hustlers
A new Pennsylvania law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory tactics that can strip them of their housing wealth will expand protections already in place in Philadelphia. The state law will regulate third parties in real estate deals called “wholesalers,” who sign agreements of sale with homeowners and then sell...
Pa. man who told police he smokes marijuana daily is charged with vehicular homicide
DANVILLE — A Lycoming County man who told state police he smokes marijuana daily has been charged with vehicular homicide following an investigation into a Jan. 1 accident on Interstate 80 near Danville. Anthony J. Machi, 45, of the Hughesville area, is accused of being responsible for the death...
Police: Two wanted for Walmart investigation
HEMLOCK TWP., COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are looking for two men wanted for questioning in a Walmart investigation. The Hemlock Township Police Department says they are looking to identify two men who were involved in an incident at Walmart on Monday around 12:30 p.m. Officers did not give details on the incident […]
Lycoming County police are warning residents of scam
LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of an ongoing scam in the area. According to the Lycoming County Sheriff’s Office, residents have been receiving calls at home, work, and on their personal phones from a man saying one of the following: Officials say before you give anyone information always […]
Efforts of the Luzerne County Opioid Commission
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There is a serious public health and safety crisis involving opioids across the nation and right here in Luzerne County. That’s why a special commission has been formed with the goal of finding the best uses for opioid litigation proceeds in order to fight the epidemic. One overdose is too […]
A Florida woman was killed in a multi-vehicle accident on I-81 in Schuylkill County
PINE GROVE, Pa. (WOLF) — UPDATE 7/24/2024. One Florida woman was killed in a multi-vehicle accident Tuesday on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County. The chain reaction accident involving five cars happened in Pine Grove Township near Mile Marker 98 just before 4pm. According to Pennsylvania State Police, the crash...
Suspects accused of stealing large number of vapes
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two suspects are accused of stealing a large number of vapes from a Luzerne County smoke shop. According to the Hazleton City Police, on July 14 the two men entered Grant Smoke Shop in the 200 block of West Mine Street and stole a large number of vapes. Anyone with […]
Orlowski Returns as Assistant Athletic Director
WILKES-BARRE, PA (July 23, 2024) -- With our student-athletes making final preparations to return to campus in three short weeks, the King's College Athletic Department and Associate Vice President and Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation Cheryl Ish released the newest addition to the department's staff. On Tuesday afternoon, Ish announced Andy Orlowski's return to King's College as the next Assistant Athletic Director.
Man allegedly threatens wife with chainsaw in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a man is in custody after allegedly threatening to attack his wife with a chainsaw. According to the Lackawanna County Communication Center, a male was inside the house trying to break through the bedroom door and had a chainsaw. Police said upon entry they located and detained 59-year-old […]
Wrapping up Day 1 of Go Joe 27 in Northumberland County
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Day One of Go Joe 27 could not have asked for more enthusiasm from folks in Central Pennsylvania. A sea of people and inflatables in Woodward Township helped Joe kick off his ride Monday morning in Clinton County, where he started his ride after breakfast in Lock Haven.
‘That’s a lot of lots’: Jaindl proposes 206-lot residential buildout along Route 22
BETHLEHEM TWP., Pa. — Four parcels — three north of Route 22 and one south, could become home to 206 residential lots and about 38 acres of recreation space in Northampton County. But for now, the project, Farmersville Estates, is in the planning stage with no approvals as...
After fire, restaurant plans to reopen. But it's unsure when.
HANOVER TWP., Pa. — Nonna Sulina’s Sicilian Kitchen & Grill says it is making a comeback. Shortly after a two-alarm fire Sunday morning at the Italian restaurant, its Google page was updated to say "temporarily closed." Social media posts showed the beginning stages of the fire engulfing the...
Man charged for failing to disclose arrest on gun application
Muncy, Pa. — A person’s failure to disclose a previous drug conviction might prove costly after a felony charge was issued by a local magistrate judge. Patrick Robert Ranck, 43, of Hughesville allegedly checked “no” to a question asking if he had previously been convicted of a felony. An investigation by State Police uncovered that was inaccurate, according to a complaint. Investigators said Ranck was convicted of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance in August of 2008. Ranck is being charged with false written statement to buy a firearm and statement under penalty of law. No bail is listed for Ranck. Docket sheet
12-year-old practices a gravity-defying hobby
MUNCY, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A 12-year-old girl from Muncy has a unique hobby and wants to encourage other kids to go after what they are passionate about. Mya Fish is a very busy The Warrior Run Junior-Senior High School student with many hobbies, including soccer and art. She also has another unique hobby she […]
Shapiro Administration Secures $500 Million for Interstate 83 John Harris Memorial (South) Bridge, Largest Federal Transportation Grant Ever Received in Pennsylvania
The Governor and PennDOT Secretary Carroll have advocated for this federal funding for the last year and a half – and this investment from the Biden Administration to replace the South Bridge is the largest grant in state history for a transportation project. The South Bridge carries more than...
Federal dollars driving energy policy in Pa. toward solar, hydrogen
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