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PFBC and USACE emphasize safe boating practices for Labor Day Weekend
As Labor Day weekend approaches, marking the unofficial end of summer for many Pennsylvanians, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) have come together to promote safe boating practices. In a press conference held Thursday at Blue Marsh Lake, law enforcement officials, state representatives, and safety specialists gathered to remind boaters of the importance of staying safe on the water during this busy holiday weekend.
Flash Flood Watch active for parts of PA
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for parts of the region Thursday night as scattered showers and thunderstorms will move across central and northeastern Pennsylvania. The main threat is a torrential downpour, which can cause flash flooding on roads with poor drainage. If a thunderstorm can become strong, the secondary […]
Air quality alert affecting Southwest Pa. Friday
On Thursday at 4:30 p.m. an air quality alert was issued valid until Friday at 4 p.m. for Westmoreland Ridges and Fayette Ridges as well as Butler, Beaver, Allegheny, Armstrong, Washington, Westmoreland and Fayette counties. "The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has issued a code ORANGE air quality alert for...
Pennsylvania State Senator Speaks on Strategies to Lure Workers Back to the Office
Long before he was a State Senator, Nikil Saval authored and published a book titled, "Cubed: A Secret History of the Workplace," where he examines the evolution of the office and the future of office work. With companies eager to find ways to lure workers back to their desks and...
Mystery of Pennsylvania 'frozen man' found dead rotting in cave finally solved after nearly 50 years
Nicolas Paul Grubb, 27, was hiking in Albany Township on the Appalachian Trail in 1977 when he died. His body was found frozen by hikers, but he remained unidentified for 47 years
Durso and Roberts have Western Wayne boys soccer team off to a fast start in league action
VARDEN — Western Wayne put together a solid season last fall in Lackawanna League boys soccer action. Under the direction of longtime coach Matt Fitzsimmons, the Wildcats posted a 6-6-0 record, finished third in the Division II standings, and earned an invitation to the District 2 tournament. ...
Spend an evening with Bob Egan
Enjoy popular piano virtuoso Bob Egan’s return to Thompson Church at 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13th. A charismatic entertainer, Egan is well known in the area for making music and inviting others to join in, regularly performing at Bowman’s Tavern and the River House at Odette’s.
Travel stress alleviated as gas prices decline for Labor Day
LUZERNE COUNTY(WOLF) — The average price of gasoline has declined, and the national average is down 20.7 cents from a month ago, according to GasBuddy. “Prices going down? That’s great, especially during a holiday weekend,” said Ron Begg, a Bear Creek resident. Drivers are thrilled the national...
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