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La Tolteca set to pay back $1.3M in unpaid tips
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A popular Mexican Restaurant in Luzerne County is facing backlash. This comes as the U.S. Department of Labor finds the owner of La Tolteca Authentic Mexican Restaurant in Wilkes-Barre withheld tips from 51 employees and now has to pay back $1.3 million. Investigators found the owners had the servers and […]
Vendors and fireworks to light up Wilkes-Barre's 250th anniversary bash
LUZERNE COUNTY(WOLF) — For generations, Wilkes-Barre Township has been called home for many. This year, Wilkes-Barre Township is celebrating it’s 250th anniversary, a huge milestone and a historical year. 250 years in the making for a one-of-a-kind milestone. Wilkes Barre township has partnered with the Mohegan Sun Arena...
First American Red Cross chapter reopens in Dansville
DANSVILLE, N.Y. (WETM) — The American Red Cross’s first-ever chapter reopened in Dansville on Saturday after undergoing renovations. American Red Cross Founder Clara Barton established the organization’s first chapter at 57 Elizabeth St. in Dansville on Aug. 22, 1881. The building where Barton started the American chapter of the International Red Cross still hosts volunteers […]
Fresh Start Church hosts Blessing of Animals in Pine City
PINE CITY, N.Y. (WENY) -- One church in Pine City decided to hold services all about animals on Saturday. The Fresh Start Church welcomed pets of all species and breeds for their first Blessing of Animals. A few cats, many dogs, and even a parakeet showed their faces at the...
New Taco Bell location coming to Mansfield
MANSFIELD, Pa. (WETM) – Mansfield residents can now look forward to another fast-food option in the future, as the construction of a new Taco Bell location has been spotted in the area. 18 News received word of the new location on South Main Street on Wednesday, Aug. 21. The new building is located across the […]
UPMC neurology expands access to Mansfield
Mansfield, Pa. — The UPMC Outpatient Center of Mansfield has added a new provider, expanding care options at the facility. Holly Shadle, DNP, CRNP, is now seeing patients at UPMC Outpatient Center, 416 S. Main St., Mansfield. “Neurosurgery services have returned to the UPMC Outpatient Center of Mansfield with the addition of Shadle, giving patients of the surrounding communities access to critical and specialized care close to home,” said Sean...
Top 5 in-state target plans dueling visits to Penn State football, West Virginia
One of the top prospects in Pennsylvania for the 2026 recruiting cycle is set to see James Franklin and the Nittany Lions in action in back-to-back weeks. Four-star Fort Cherry safety Matt Sieg will see Penn State football watch in its season opener on the road at West Virginia, as well as Week 2 in Beaver Stadium.
PA Cyber Charter advisors, counselors authorize strike
(WTAJ) — Advisors and counselors employed by PA Cyber Charter have authorized a strike after contract negotiations between them and the school have failed for over two years. Following 750 days of bargaining, with a state mediator present for some sessions, members of the PA Cyber Academic Advisors and School Counselors Education Association (PACAASCEA), representing […]
Penn State will likely take on up to $700M in debt for Beaver Stadium upgrades. How will it pay it back?
This story first appeared in The Investigator, a weekly newsletter by Spotlight PA featuring the best investigative and accountability journalism from across Pennsylvania. Sign up for free here. State College, Pa. — Penn State is prepared to take on up to $700 million in debt to renovate Beaver Stadium, a price tag drawing scrutiny at a time when the university is implementing steep budget cuts and offering buyouts to some employees. ...
Mostly clear and calm tonight; Sunday brings in more chances for sunshine
Saturday evening looks great for anyone planning some evening plans. Outdoor dinner plans will be in good shape as we continue to see mostly clear skies and overnight lows in the upper 50s. Can’t rule out some river valley across the mountains but any instances will be extremely isolated tonight. Sunday church services will go […]
Pitt's fortunes in 2024 hinge on dramatic changes on offense
Aug. 24—When Pat Narduzzi spoke to his team one day early in training camp, he made the 2024 season personal for his players. "I told the guys ... 'This is team 135. This is the 135th edition of Pitt football. The 2024 team will be one team — it's you. What are you going to do?' " Yes, Pitt football history goes all the way back to 1890 when the school was called Western University of ...
Due Diligence: Philly-born NEA president says education at stake in election
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. In addition to the thousands of delegates representing their respective states, there are hundreds of delegates who represent organizations, such as the National Education Association (NEA). Around 200 teachers — NEA members — are serving as “education” delegates, making the NEA presence larger than any state delegation except for California, Florida and Texas.
New PA law will help residents access unclaimed property
Is the state withholding money or property that may be yours?. A recently approved law in Pennsylvania will make it easier for thousands to receive what's rightfully theirs. Behind the vault doors at the state treasury office in Harrisburg is a massive amount of unclaimed property. “We have 4.5 billion...
Team USA selects its flag bearers for Paralympic Games in Paris
Two former gold medalists will carry the United States flag at the Paralympics opening ceremony next week.Steve Serio, who helped the U.S.'s wheelchair basketball team to gold medals in the last two Paralympic Games, and Nicky Nieves, who helped Team USA win its first gold in sitting volleyball in 2016, were selected. The American Olympic and Paralympic Committee made the announcement Friday."I'm overwhelmed and honored," Serio said. "I never thought this would be something that I'd get to experience in my career. I want to say thank you to all the Team USA athletes."A five-time world champion, Serio is co-captain of the 2024 basketball team team along with Trevon Jenifer."Being the flagbearer for Team USA means that all of my hard work was not in vain," Nieves said. "I get to represent the country that made me who I am, with the best-of-the-best U.S. athletes by my side."The opening ceremony for the Paris Paralympics will be held across Place de la Concorde and the Champs Elyssés on Wednesday.The flagbearers were chosen by votes from fellow American Paralympic athletes. The American contingent is made up of 225 athletes and guides.
As Wealth Migrates, Philadelphia Loses Income While Collar Counties Fluctuate
As residents continue flocking to the suburbs, Philadelphia lost the most wealth in total income from 2021 to 2022 in Pennsylvania, while Chester County is among the top gainers, writes Kyle Nguyen and Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The latest data from the IRS and U.S. Census Bureau...
Patchy fog will be possible overnight as more sunshine moves in tomorrow
Elmira, N.Y. (WETM) – Patchy fog will be possible overnight as more sunshine moves in tomorrow. Temperatures will be on the rise with highs still in the 80’s. More details below:. TONIGHT:. Skies will be mostly clear for the overnight. Patchy fog will be possible in the valleys...
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