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13-year-old bicyclist hit by truck in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A teen is recovering Tuesday after he was hit by a car riding his bicycle in Lackawanna County. 28/22 News has learned a 13-year-old boy was hit by a car at around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 1200 block of Schlager Ave. The family of the victim says he is […]
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.
Back Mountain Torrent Soccer Club Making Waves Across UWS
After its inaugural season in 2023, the Back Mountain Torrent created a second team and now exist in both the UWS and UWS League Two. The team features players in college and high school, and play every week from May-July.
Marywood University takes on students from CSU
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — After a local university announced its closure on Monday, another one has stepped up to help. Marywood University is now offering a transfer option to students impacted by Clark Summit University’s decision to close. The university is offering credit transfers, tuition matches, and housing options.
12th Annual Scrantastic Spectacular schedule announced
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Scranton will be holding the 12th Annual “Scrantastic Spectacular” on Wednesday. Ahead of the celebration held on Courthouse Square, the county has released a schedule of events leading up to the fireworks display. The timeframe of events will be: Those looking for more information can do so at the events […]
Hundreds pay respects, celebrate life of James ‘Jimmy’ Connors
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Family, friends, and the city of Scranton came together to say a heartfelt goodbye to former Mayor James “Jimmy” Connors. Saint Peter’s Cathedral was filled with hundreds of people Tuesday morning to pay their respects and celebrate the life of a man who left a lasting mark on the community. […]
Two Scranton Graduates Win Fulbright Awards
Perhaps proving the durable value of a University of Scranton education, two alumni who graduated six years apart were awarded Fulbright Student Scholarships, the prestigious international academic exchange opportunity provided competitively by the U.S. Government. For the 2024-2025 academic year, Shelby A. Traver ’24, Sweet Valley, received a Fulbright Open...
New school tax credit plan emerges in Pennsylvania
(The Center Square) – A new plan quietly introduced in the state Senate would create a refundable tax credit for educational expenses, including private school tuition. The proposal would establish the Child Learning Investment Tax Credit, worth up to $8,000 per student, that families could use to reduce their tax liability. It’s scheduled for a vote […]
How Lehigh Valley cities are gearing up to respond to illegal firework use over the July 4 holiday
For the first time this year, Bethlehem police will have a “no tolerance” policy for illegal firework use — if someone is illegally setting off a firework in the city, police will immediately issue a citation with no warnings given. The change in policy comes as a result of what police Chief Michelle Kott calls a necessary response to the often disruptive, sometimes dangerous use of fireworks ...
Pennsylvania men to compete at 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest
CONEY ISLAND, N.Y. — A pair of men from Pennsylvania are set to take center stage at the 2024 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. George Chiger, of Pocono Pines, and Sean Yeager, of Phoenixville, are among this year's contestants in the annual July 4 event. Chiger, 45, qualified for...
Bill passed by PA House waives driver’s license fees for homeless youth
(WJET/WFXP) — A bill that would help homeless youth have an easier time acquiring a driver’s license has been passed by the House. On Tuesday, July 2, House Bill 127, which waives driver’s license-related fees for homeless children, passed with bipartisan support. Without the financial struggle, Bill 127 aims to provide homeless youth the opportunity […]
New tax breaks, grants and assistance: Pa. task force makes recommendations on flood insurance
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Damage from flooding is expected to get worse in Pennsylvania as a result of human-caused climate change. But less than 2% of insured properties in the state carry flood insurance, an important tool for recovery after the waters recede.
670,000 vehicles expected to hit the highway on the Pennsylvania Turnpike today
MONROEVILLE, Pa. (KDKA) -- The holiday hustle is going to hit full speed today as millions of Americans make the move to their Independence Day locations. Whether you're traveling by air or on the road, you will not be alone. If you're heading out on the road for a little 4th of July vacation, there will definitely be a lot more cars, trucks, and RVs on the Pennsylvania Turnpike. 670,000 vehicles are expected to be on the Pa. Turnpike today with it being the second most traveled day of the holiday period, right behind last Friday. Nationally, AAA says more than 60 million people are expected to be on the road in total for the holiday, up nearly 5% from last year. If you're wondering when you should leave, the earlier the better. The worst time to be out driving this time of year is between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
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