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Soccer Game Preview: Wyoming Valley West Heads Out
The Wyoming Valley West Spartans will venture away from home to square off against the Dallas Mountaineers at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Last Saturday, Wyoming Valley West didn't have quite enough to beat Valley View and fell 3-2. The loss continues a trend for the Spartans in their matchups with the Cougars: they've now lost four in a row.
Football Recap: Lidge Kellum Leads Wyoming Area to Victory over Dallas
Wyoming Area lost to Dallas back in November of 2022, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Wyoming Area Warriors came out on top against the Dallas Mountaineers by a score of 49-41. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Warriors. Lidge Kellum was a...
Police: Man threatens to shoot up a Hill section residence, runs from officers
SCRANTON — A man who drove to the city's Hill Section and threatened to "shoot up" a residence Wednesday evening, then ran from police officers when they stopped him in a stolen vehicle near the intersection of Mulberry Street and North Irving Avenue, according to a release. Steven Brannigan,...
H.S. Football: Kellum runs for career-high 337 yards as Wyoming Area defeats Dallas
Aug. 31—WEST PITTSTON — The big question coming into Wyoming Area's season was who would fill the void left by the graduation of all-state running back Aaron Crossley. Lidge Kellum answered that Friday night. Kellum ran for a career-high 337 yards and three touchdowns plus returned a kickoff...
Runners take part in annual Cpt. James R. Minicozzi Race
SCRANTON, Pa. — 200 runners hit the pavement Saturday morning for the 12th annual Cpt. James R. Minicozzi Memorial Race. The run through Courthouse Square honors Minicozzi for his work in the community as chair of the Boys and Girls Clubs of NEPA and his participation in La Festa Italiana and UNICO.
Luzerne County woman charged after emaciated dog seized from residence
NEWPORT TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A Glen Lyon woman is facing charges after her emaciated dog was seized from her residence. In April earlier this year, the SPCA of Luzerne County received a call about a thin dog housed in a wire cage full of feces and urine. The dog, owned by Crystal Roper, 35, was reported to be unable to stand and was possibly being abused by juveniles in the home, the call said.
Stopping the growing mosquito population in Plains Township
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A sharp rise in the area’s mosquito population has prompted officials to try and stop the spread in Luzerne County. The Luzerne Conservation District sprayed in Plains Township Thursday, just one of several cities affected in Luzerne County. The mosquito spray, known as aqua-duet, is applied at a rate […]
Jenkins Twp./Pittston Twp./Yatesville: Jenkins Twp. community yard sale will benefit fire department
Most of us are aware of the concept of “spring cleaning” — using the change from the dreary winter to a warm and inviting season as a springboard (apologies for that pun) to clear out clutter and make our homes and personal spaces neater and more vibrant. In my home, “spring cleaning” has turned into “summer straightening” and looks to be full steam ahead to “fall flinging.” The steady progress is encouraging and makes the task of true change seem far less daunting or challenging. It helps to feel like tasks are being accomplished and that I’m not going to “fall short” (I think that’s my last seasonal pun!).
Wing Makes 11 Saves in Season Opening Loss to Scranton
UNION, N.J. (8/30/24) – Abigail Wing made 11 saves as the Kean University women's soccer team dropped their season opener to the University of Scranton, 2-0 in the Cougar Kickoff Classic on Friday. HOW IT HAPPENED!!!. The Royals notched both of their goals in the opening 20 minutes. The...
Houdini Museum brings magic to the Electric City
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — If you’re looking for something to do over this holiday weekend, we have a hidden gem that will immerse you in the world of magic. 28/22 News stopped by a museum in Scranton that takes a look into the life of the master of illusion… Harry Houdini. Pick a card, […]
Luzerne County mullet kid brings home championship
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — A Kamden Cunningham is the new Mullet Champion. The boy from Swoyersville, also know as the "Kammander," took home the best mullet in the kids division of the 2024 USA Mullet Championship. Kamden raised over six thousand dollars for Jaren Allen's, "Homes for Wounded Warriors...
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