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Major Interstate Car Theft Ring Busted in Pennsylvania and Maryland
In a significant development, law enforcement agencies in Pennsylvania and Maryland have apprehended two individuals connected to a series of high-profile thefts at car dealerships across both states. The suspects, identified as London Flores and his accomplice Ventura, were detained following a detailed investigation that utilized advanced tracking and surveillance technology.
Sam’s Club Is Making Major Changes That Will Affect Its PA Members
Sam’s Club members in Pennsylvania need to be on the lookout for some major changes coming to the store in the near future. Across the state of Pennsylvania, there are 24 Sam’s Club locations and people in our area really tend to love it. You can find just...
New Bill Aims to Improve Federal Subcontracting for Small Businesses
U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced the Ensuring Efficiency and Fairness in Federal Subcontracting Act to enhance opportunities for small businesses in federal subcontracting. This legislation targets the removal of barriers that hinder small, minority, women, and veteran-owned businesses from securing federal subcontracts. These barriers include unclear subcontracting guidelines, inadequate regulatory oversight ensuring equal opportunities, and limited exposure to subcontracting opportunities.
Nittany Country Club wins Women’s Golf Association of Pennsylvania championship
PHILIPSBURG — The Women’s Golf Association of Pennsylvania held its season-ending tournament and named its 2024 winners on Monday, July 15, at the Elks Lodge and Country Club in Philipsburg. The Central Pennsylvania Association is made up of six teams representing area country clubs Centre Hills, Iron Masters,...
Lieutenant governor holds event to highlight state budget investment for safer communities
LANCASTER, Pa. — Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis held an event at the Bench Mark Program building on Wednesday to highlight money passed in the state budget to fight gun violence. The bipartisan state budget signed by Governor Josh Shapiro earlier this month will invest in violence intervention and prevention...
Lebanon County Correctional Officer injured after inmate attack
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A Correctional Officer in Lebanon County was sent to the hospital last month after they were assaulted by an inmate, Troopers said in court documents. According to the charges filed by State Police at Jonestown, Jamie Logan, 47, of Lebanon, allegedly attacked the officer after being seen by a nurse […]
Rock for Rescues helping animals in need
SUNBURY, Pa. — What started as a fundraising idea for Mommy and Me Rescue in Northumberland County, Mary Marquette thought she'd host a concert here at Route 61 Events near Sunbury. Now it has turned into an all day event with food, drinks and pinball. Rock for Rescues 2024...
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...
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 […]
Four Huskies from Women's Tennis Earn ITA Scholar-Athlete Honors
BLOOMSBURG, Pa. – Four members of the Bloomsburg women's tennis program were named 2024 Division II Women's Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) Scholar-Athletes on Tuesday. A student-athlete must have a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the current academic year to be considered for the ITA Scholar-Athlete Award.
Contractor allegedly scams man for over $17,000
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — Police have charged a contractor after he allegedly scammed a man of over $17,000 after not completing work on his house. According to the Salem Township Police, the victim came into the police station in January of 2024 around 7:00 p.m. to report that he hired a contractor and paid for […]
170-year-old church destroyed in Tioga County Pennsylvania afternoon fire
MANSFIELD, Pa. (WETM) — The remnants of a small Baptist church in Tioga County Pa. were seen from the roadway on Thursday after a devastating fire on Wednesday. According to an 18 News reporter at the scene of the fire on Thursday, the Cherry Flats Baptist Church sign and steeple are among the few items […]
Rabid fox in Selinsgrove, two confirmed bites
Selinsgrove, Pa. — Two people were confirmed to have bitten by a fox suspected to be rabid in Selinsgrove yesterday near the East Snyder Community Garden. In the morning on Wednesday, July 24, the East Snyder Community Garden posted that "someone in Harris Estates was bitten by a fox today." This morning, the garden posted an update stating "three people have been bitten–one seriously" by the fox. State Police confirmed that two individuals were bitten by a fox on July 24 in Selinsgrove. ...
Police find three pounds of suspected methamphetamine during Bethel Twp. traffic stop
BETHEL TWP., Pa. - Bethel Township Police say a traffic stop led to the discovery of a stash of suspected methamphetamine worth tens of thousands of dollars. On July 19, a Bethel Township Police officer conducted a traffic stop in the 8600 block of Lancaster Avenue after checking the vehicle's registration and finding the owner had a suspended driver’s license.
Mother of trans youth said he was outed by Pa. Girl Scouts officials
The mother of the 17-year-old transgender boy at the center of an upheaval at a Girl Scouts summer camp in Dauphin County said her son was cruelly outed by the actions of camp directors. In an emotional interview with PennLive, Devin Sloan said her transgender son, a junior counselor who...
Women’s Hoops Awarded WBCA Academic Special Mention
ATLANTA, GA - Susquehanna Women's Basketball garnered special mention to the 2023-24 WBCA Academic Team Honors as part of the association's rollout of the Academic Top 25. The River Hawks received special mention by holding at least a 3.0 combined GPA. The WBCA Academic Top 25 recognizes NCAA Division I, II and III, NAIA and two-year college women's basketball teams across the nation that carry the highest combined GPAs inclusive of all student-athletes on their rosters for the entire season. The 2023-24 season is the 29th in which the WBCA has compiled the honor rolls. Lauren Klein , Julia Pinckert...
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