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Pittston woman participates in ‘Supermarket Spree’
WRIGHT TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A lucky Luzerne County woman went on the grocery run of a lifetime this morning; scoring carts filled with free food! It’s all thanks to the WBRE 28 and WYOU 22 Weis Markets Supermarket Spree. Amanda Myrkalo of Pittston is the “Supermarket Spree” winner who dashed down the aisles […]
Major figure in 'Kids for Cash' scandal pleads guilty to evading taxes on legal fees
SCRANTON, Pa. — A prominent figure in the Luzerne County “Kids-for-Cash” scandal was in federal court Wednesday to plead guilty to tax evasion. Robert Powell was disbarred nearly a decade ago for his role in the judicial scandal but he still collected fees owed to his former law firm. In court Wednesday, he admitted he did not pay federal taxes on those fees.
Geisinger to distribute free Narcan at events in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre
NORTHEAST Pa. (WOLF) — Geisinger plans to host two Narcan Distribution events in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre this month. Those who come to the eventcan receive two free boxes of Narcan (naloxone) while supplies last. Healthcare professionals will demonstrate how to properly administer the lifesaving medication. The first event will...
Pioneer Nights Festival kicks off in Carbondale
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Wednesday was the first night of the Annual Pioneer Nights Festival in Carbondale. This year marks the 21st Annual Pioneer Nights. The festival features a wide variety of activities like music games, rides, and plenty of good food. The festival will showcase everything the city has to offer during an […]
Gin Blossoms' Robin Wilson on longevity, 'dark times' ahead of Bethlehem stop
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The longevity and credibility of the Gin Blossoms is no laughing matter. Singer Robin Wilson prides himself on it. "We've survived 37 years with our friendship in tact. Our partnership is stronger than ever, and our credibility, you know, that's something you can never really guess or quantify in your early days," Wilson told 69 News.
Twin Tiers Football Season Previews: Athens Wildcats
ATHENS, P.A. (WENY) - The start of the Northern Tier League football season is just nine days away. We continue our Twin Tiers Football Season Previews with the Athens Wildcats. Last season was a rebuilding year for the Wildcats after finishing 3-8 overall. They qualified for the District IV Class...
Work underway on delayed road repairs in the Poconos
Work got underway Wednesday morning for a long overdue road work project in the Poconos. Construction on Route 611 near Delaware Water Gap finally got started after a nearly 2 year wait. The road was closed in both directions
'Non-Verbal' Adult Goes Missing In Philadelphia, Police Say
A non-verbal adult at high risk of being victimized has gone missing in Philadelphia, authorities announced on Thursday, Aug. 15.Woodley, also known as Qwan, is 41 years old and a resident of the Resources for Human Development program.He was last seen at about 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 7.He is approx…
Most dangerous time of day to drive in Pennsylvania
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — New research has revealed the most dangerous times to drive in Pennsylvania based on a number of deadly crashes. The study by personal injury lawyer Scott Vicknair examined the latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to see which times of the day saw the most fatal crashes in each state […]
Nine concerts to attend in Pa. over Labor Day 2024 weekend: Where to buy tickets
Labor Day weekend 2024 is just a little over two weeks away. Music fans looking for a concert to attend in Pa. should consider these:. Brad Paisley at the Allentown Fair. Tickets: Stubhub, SeatGeek, Vivid Seats. James Taylor at TD Pavilion at the Mann in Philadelphia. Tickets: Stubhub, SeatGeek, Vivid...
Pennsylvania State Capitol evacuated briefly
The Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg was evacuated after a power outage Thursday morning, officials said. Capitol police and other emergency response crews responded to the Capitol Complex after the power outage occurred at 11 a.m., according to Eric Veronikis, communications director with the Department of General Services. The outage, which...
JD Vance speaking in Pennsylvania this morning
LOWER BURRELL, Pa. (KDKA) -- Vice presidential nominee and Ohio senator JD Vance will be speaking this morning at an event in Lower Burrell. This will be Vance's first visit to the Pittsburgh area since he was named the vice presidential nominee alongside Donald Trump. Vance's remarks are set to...
Pa.’s first case this year of possibly severe tickborne disease put a child in the hospital
Health officials have revealed that Pennsylvania’s first case this year of a potentially serious tickborne disease has been identified in a child who was hospitalized from it. The Allegheny County Health Department said Tuesday that the child, who is now recovering at home, tested positive for the Powassan virus,...
ARCH2 award invites a new Appalachian era of extraction, pollution and false promises
On the last day of July, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that the Appalachian Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) would receive $30 million to fund phase one activities in West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania. This announcement comes less than a year after the DOE revealed their selections for award negotiations for the Regional “Clean” Hydrogen […]
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