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The 2024 lehighvalleylive.com All-Area Softball Team
Northwestern, Palmerton and Liberty each have multiple representatives on The 2024 lehighvalleylive.com All-Area Softball First Team. The Tigers, the Colonial League champions, and the Blue Bombers each boast three players on the first team. The Hurricanes, the District 11 Class 6A champion, put a pair of representatives on the top squad.
Swimmer cited for disorderly behavior
Berwick, Pa. — A man who was screaming about religion and witchcraft at a public pool was cited for being disorderly. Troopers were called to Ber-Vaughn Pool, 6084 Park Road, Berwick, on Saturday at 8 p.m. for reports of a disruptive man. The man, identified as 35-year-old Eli Gilsky of Berwick, was allegedly screaming loudly about religion and witchcraft, causing the crowd at the pool to become alarmed and annoyed. Gilsky was cited for disorderly conduct, according to police.
Laurel Health opens new dental office in Towanda
Towanda, Pa. — The Laurel Health Centers healthcare system has expanded dental services in Bradford County, adding a new office space. A Laurel Health dental office will replace dental care currently offered through Bradford County Dental at the Progress Plaza building in Towanda. A new doctor will begin providing care in place of retiring Dr. David Redding. ...
Sunbury Resident’s Social Media Remarks Leads to Controversy
SUNBURY – It was a tumultuous Sunday and Monday in Sunbury, all thought to be tied to a social media post. The shooting of Pres. Trump Saturday apparently prompted one critic to say on social media, it would have been better if Trump was hit ‘square on.’ The post was pulled down by X but not before the controversy went viral.
Police: Four escape injury in gunfire in Lackawanna County
DICKSON CITY, Pa. — Four people escaped injury Tuesday when a gunman shot at their car in Lackawanna County, authorities said. The investigation began around 1:30 a.m. upon reports of gunfire on Commerce Boulevard near Business Route 6 in Dickson City. Borough Police Chief William Bilinski said a man reportedly fired at least twice at a car occupied by four people.
Poconos see boost in business from NASCAR weekend
Thousands of fans filled the infield and packed the grandstands at Pocono Raceway over the weekend for the Great American Getaway 400. Businesses near the raceway were also full, thanks to the influx of NASCAR fans. Owner of Chat N' Chew Café in Blakeslee says the restaurant saw visitors starting...
NASCAR Cup Series: Ryan Blaney not the big winner at Pocono
Team Penske's Ryan Blaney earned his second win of the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season on Sunday afternoon at Pocono Raceway. The Great American Getaway 400 presented by VISITPA became the second race won by the reigning series champion since the middle of June. But the driver of the No....
Winners Crowned at Jim Harrington Bracket Nationals
Sisko, Linke, Northrop, Nichols, Biondo, Worters, and Alberts cash in at the Jim Harrington Bracket Nationals at Numidia Dragway. MOHNTON, PA- JPFetch Promotions held their Jim Harrington Bracket Nationals July 12-14, 2024 at Numidia Dragway. The event featured triple $20,000-to-win races for Top Bulb. No Box racers were also invited in on the fun with $1,000 No Box Bonus each day. In addition, there was also a $10,000-to-win 64-Car Shootout on Saturday night.
Topton officials say strike may affect some borough services
TOPTON BOROUGH, Pa. - Officials in Topton say a strike involving some borough employees could affect services for area residents. A post on the borough's Facebook page states some Topton employees, who are members of Teamsters Local 773, are currently engaged in a strike. Officials say the borough council will...
Big Tent Bazaar will be July 18-20 in Hanover Township
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Exaltation of the Holy Cross Parish, 420 Main Road, Buttonwood, Hanover Township will host their annual Big Tent Bazaar July 19-21 on the parish grounds. Friday, July 19 (6-11pm), Saturday, July 20 (4pm Mass, 5-Midnight), Sunday, July 21 (5-11pm). The bazaar...
Forge Ahead: Annual Blacksmith Day brings craftsmanship to Wernersville
The Pennsylvania Artist-Blacksmiths’ Association will be holding their annual Blacksmith Day on Saturday, August 3th from 9am to 4pm. It will be held on the grounds of Old Dry Road Farm, 202 Highland Road, Wernersville, PA 19565. This free event is open to the public and will be held rain or shine.
Salvation Army hosts second Kidz Klub Block Party this Thursday
Williamsport, Pa. — The Salvation Army Williamsport Corps, under the leadership of Major Sheryl A. Hershey, is hosting the second of a series of summer Kidz Klub Family Block Parties this Thursday, July 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Salvation Army held its first block party of the summer on June 20. The third and final summer block party will be held on Aug. 15. July activities will...
Motorcyclist dead after wrong-way crash in Lebanon County
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — A motorcyclist is dead after a wrong-way crash that happened Sunday in Lebanon city. Alfredo Pizarro-Franco, 39, was driving a motorcycle the wrong way on Hanover Street when he failed to stop at the Mifflin Street intersection and struck the driver's side door of an SUV, according to Lebanon City Police.
Edwardsville man charged with pushing cop down stairs
An Edwardsville man is jailed without bail after punching an officer in the face and pushing her down a flight of stairs on Monday afternoon, police said. Joshua Hall, 42, of 557 Garfield St., is facing aggravated assault charges following a disturbance reported at his home shortly after 3 p.m. Monday.
Bethel Twp. supervisors confirm bridge ownership, plan to replace superstructure
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St. Clair Police Charge Hazleton Man for Pursuit
A Hazleton man has been charged for leading St. Clair Police in a pursuit back in April. According to St. Clair Police, on April 23rd, 2024, Officers attempted to stop a black 4-door Acura Sedan that was clocked at 65 mph in a posted 45 mph zone in the area of Route 61 and Terry Rich Boulevard.
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