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From Newton, Massachusetts, to Scranton: John Krasinski and B.J. Novak Together for Decades
There are so many actors from New England who have made it big. From Adam Sandler to Seth Myers, Sarah Silverman, Dan Brown, Stephen King, Mandy Moore, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and Rachel Dratch, the list goes on and on. I have to think, however, that The Office deserves a Dundee Award for the most cast members from Massachusetts. Two of them are even from the same city.
Pre-demolition work begins on Water Street Bridge connecting Pittston and West Pittston
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Work has begun on the pre-demolition process of the Water Street Bridge. The bridge closed in August 2021 following a failed in-depth inspection due to structural issues. Both bridges between Pittston and West Pittston will be replaced. "Well, I think at the end of...
Former fiscal manager charged with defrauding over $400k from children's advocacy center
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A former fiscal manager for the Children's Advocacy Center for Northeastern Pennsylvania (CAC/NEPA) has been charged with wire fraud. According to the United States Attorney's Office, from Nov. 2018 to June 2022, Angela Saar, 51, of Olyphant, engaged in a scheme to defraud the CAC/NEPA while employed as the fiscal manager.
Final day wrap-up | Go Joe 27
MOSCOW, Pa. — Go Joe 27 was something special. Especially the fifth and final day. In case you missed it, here’s a recap. The Friday finale of Joe Snedeker’s annual bike ride for Saint Joseph’s Center was about what you would expect from Joe and his friends.
Man arrested for allegedly robbing train car, brewery
HONESDALE, WAYNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police have arrested a man after they say he robbed a train car and brewery. According to the Honesdale Police Department, on July 25 the Stourbridge Lion Railroad reported that someone had broken into a railroad car. Surveillance cameras around the area showed a man, later identified as 20-year-old Michael […]
Throop man accused of pushing, choking his girlfriend
THROOP — A Throop man is accused of pushing his girlfriend to the ground and choking her, according to a criminal complaint. Nicholas McDermott 56, of 134 Harriet St., is facing charges of strangulation and assault. According to police, officers responded to 134 Harriet St. at about 8 p.m....
‘Piece Of Alsace’ Finds A Home In The Hudson Valley
The Hudson Valley has a wide variety of different businesses. Locally owned eateries, boutiques and venues bring a unique experience to the Hudson Valley region. This year, a new Turkish eatery, Nilufer’s Home Kitchen opened in Beacon, NY bringing roasted eggplant, baklava, cheesecake, tahini pastries and more. Also in...
Casey pushes Scranton-area hospital owner to ensure care remains accessible
WILKES-BARRE — U.S. Sen. Bob Casey on Friday said Community Health Services has “repeatedly forgone efforts to invest in their Pennsylvania facilities and risked the quality and accessibility of care for Pennsylvanians in the pursuit of profit for their shareholders and executives.”. In a letter to Community Health...
Former manager charged with $400K fraud of Children Advocacy Center in NEPA
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The former fiscal manager for the Children’s Advocacy Center of Northeastern Pennsylvania (CAC/NEPA) is accused of a scheme to defraud the organization. According to the U. S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, 51-year-old Angela Saar, of Olyphant, engaged in a scheme to defraud the CAC/NEPA. Investigators stated […]
WooSox fall to RailRiders despite strong showing from Zach Penrod
MOOSIC, PA – Hard-throwing lefty Zach Penrod shined in his return from the Injured List, but the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (55-44, 12-13) overcame three different deficits to hand the Worcester Red Sox (46-54, 11-14) an 8-5 loss on Friday night at PNC Field. After bouncing his first two pitches to...
A tasty tradition: Scranton family works St. Joe's festival funnel cake booth for more than 20 years
Nearly 25 years ago, David Esken asked organizers of the St. Joseph’s Center Summer Festival what food booth was hardest to staff with volunteers. His family has worked the funnel cake stand ever since he asked the question. “He said, ‘Well, it's me, my wife and my seven kids,...
Hitting the waters like an Olympian in the Poconos
TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Forty-eight surfers will be hitting the waves of Tahiti to compete in this year’s Paris Olympics. 28/22 News headed to Camelbeach at Camelback Resort in Tannersville to try out one of the newer sports in the Olympics, surfing. But Camelback Resort calls it the “FlowRider.” Lead Lifeguard at Camelbeach, Thomas Smith […]
Six veteran organizations receive grants in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The City of Scranton showed some appreciation to veterans this morning by awarding several grants to benefit programs geared toward veterans. Thursday morning the two organizations 28/22 News spoke with said they are beyond grateful for the grant and to the City of Scranton. $85,500 in grant money will be […]
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