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Vending machine outside of local hospital offers condoms, pregnancy tests & more; First of its kind in Pennsylvania
(WHTM) — Two major health care systems have teamed up to provide easy access to personal care and life-saving products. The Health To Go vending machine is outside of the emergency department of UPMC Harrisburg, and it’s one of the first in the state. Among the items in the machine, pregnancy tests, male and female […]
Pa. Sen. Doug Mastriano target of threats, part of trend in violent rhetoric against elected officials
A Franklin County man faces up to 30 years in prison for making online threats against a state senator, his county commissioner and a member of the National Guard. Court documents say Richard J. Little II posted threatening messages on his Facebook page in which he described graphic acts of violence, repeatedly referencing an eviction notice he had received on June 10.
Mom reunites with Pa. Turnpike worker who helped deliver baby on highway
A Pennsylvania Turnpike maintenance worker who assisted a mother during a roadside delivery last month finally got to meet the family he helped.Andrenna Reid, from King of Prussia, came face-to-face with the man who came to her rescue.She began having contractions and tried to drop off her 1-year-old son at a family member's house before heading to the hospital.But baby Santana had other plans, and Andrenna was about to deliver the baby with no roadside assistance.That is until Robert Stenger pulled over and experienced a moment he describes as unforgettable."When I finally looked down and I saw a baby, like,...
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...
Player Previews in 100 Days – Day 72: Jayden Zandier, Exeter Township HS
Coaches Comments: First-year starter at RB. Jayden is a fast, quick twitch runner who constantly gives his best effort each friday. Through 10 games, Jayden has 102 carries for 1136 yards and 14 tds (11.2 yards per carry). He is an aggressive and shifty runner who has the ability to break tackles and take it to the house on every play. Has added 5 receptions for 149 yards and 3 TDs along with 382 kickoff return yards and a TD.
16-year-old pled guilty to charges for Dunmore shooting
DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A 16-year-old boy has pled guilty to the charges brought against him after a shooting in Dunmore that injured two. In November of 2023, 28/22 News reported that 16-year-old Angelo Morales was involved in a shooting that took place near Penn State Scranton at the Chestnut Apartment building that left two […]
T-shirt fundraiser for Irish dancer battling cancer
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Passion is what draws students to the Joyce School of Irish Dance in Pittston. It’s the dance forms, friends, and fun that build a family and keep dancers around for decades, even if it’s on the sidelines, like graduate dancer Nyah Kubilus. Smiles and stories are shared all around. Catching […]
The Pittston Tomato Festival • August 15-18 • Downtown Pittston
Thousands are expected for the highly anticipated four day event. More than 40 years ago, Pittston Community Leaders and local gardeners collaborated to create this unique event which features delicious food such as homemade ravioli, eggplant rollatini, pizza, sausage and peppers, tripe, bruschetta, chicken scampi, cannoli and gelato. Live entertainment, a parade, an annual Tomato contest, spaghetti eating contest, 5K run and arts and crafts are also a big part of the festival. A Little Miss and Little Mr. Tomato contest is also held for children ages 2-6. The 5K run takes place on August 18 at 8 a.m. The 3.1 mile course includes downtown Pittston, the Fort Jenkins Bridge, West Pittston and the Water Street Bridge. The parade, which also takes place on Saturday, includes a route that is approximately two miles long. Visit www.Pittstontomatofestival.info.
First "Harris for President" Event Held in NEPA
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — “We are here to celebrate our new nominee, Kamala Harris,” says Scranton Mayor, Paige Cognetti. Friday, Democrats kicked off the Harris for President’s first northeastern Pennsylvania event. Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti, Lackawanna County Commissioner Bill Gaughan, State Representative Bridget Kosierowski, and...
Wilkes-Barre's Keystone Mission leads Go Green Team in community cleanup
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY(WOLF) — To ease the trash and litter issue within the Wilkes-Barre area, Keystone Mission was out Friday morning for its 3rd year of Go Green Team community cleanup. Guests work alongside the staff planting flowers and picking up trash. More than 2 dozen individuals including staff,...
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