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Officials launch new alert system in Sunbury
SUNBURY, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — One area city has a new quick way of alerting its residents about what’s happening in their neighborhoods. People in Sunbury now have a new quick response notification system at their fingertips to hear from the city about emergencies, like flooding or crime, street closures, and even events happening in […]
Lehigh Valley community colleges awarded more than $2 million in projects and renovations
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — The state Education Department has awarded more than over $33 million to 12 community colleges throughout the state, including two in the Lehigh Valley. Northampton Community College got $2 million for campuswide roof and paving and Lehigh Carbon Community College $625,000 for improvements to its public safety system, according to a news release.
Zimmerman shines as Northwestern Lehigh football easily speeds past Northern Lehigh
A pair of touchdown runs, a TD reception, a punt return for a score and an interception could be a memorable high school football career for some players. But for Northwestern Lehigh senior running back/safety Eli Zimmerman, it was only a little bit more than 12 minutes of the Tigers’ home game against rival Northern Lehigh on Thursday night.
I’m the first openly trans Hooters girl – my colleagues were shocked when I told them but I had to prove doubters wrong
A TRAILBLAZING waitress has become the first-ever openly trans woman to work as a Hooters girl. Erica Carosella said she was laughed at for dreaming of working there, but she’s proved her haters wrong. After coming out as transgender at the age of 14, Erica said her Hooters aspirations were knocked back by her teachers. “My […]
PA Human Relations Commission joins others in condemning Harrisburg neo-Nazi rally
The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission joined Harrisburg city leaders and the Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg in condemning a neo-Nazi demonstration that took place in the city last weekend. In a statement issued Friday, the PHRC said it strongly condemns the messages of antisemitism and hatred that were shared during...
Baltimore Man Arrested for Attempting to Smuggle Contraband into Lewisburg Prison
A man was arrested after allegedly trying to sneak into the U.S. Penitentiary in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, wearing a ghillie suit to blend in with his surroundings. James Terrell Hampton-Smith, 36, was taken into custody around 1:30 a.m. on August 14 after prison staff noticed him crawling over a fence on the prison property in Kelly Township, according to an affidavit filed by Trooper Nathan Wenzel of the Pennsylvania State Police Milton barracks. The fence was clearly marked with "No Trespassing" signs.
PennDOT and KPB Announce New Cohort of Young Ambassadors for Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful (KPB) have unveiled the 2024-2025 cohort of the Young Ambassadors of Pennsylvania. This initiative aims to foster community stewardship and civic leadership among young residents. Through a competitive selection process, a diverse group of students has been chosen to represent their communities from September 2024 to May 2025.
Delaware Valley University Student Enjoys Dream Internship at the Little League World Series
Jillian Ulozas, who grew up not far from Williamsport, lived out her dream working on the grounds crew at the Little League World Series. Jillian Ulozas, a native of Harveys Lake in Luzerne County and a junior Turf Management major at Delaware Valley University, fulfilled a childhood dream this summer when she worked as an intern on the grounds crew for the Little League World Series in Williamsport.
Smith Named 2024 KU Employee of the Year
Congratulations to Julie Smith, laboratory manager, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, on being named the 2024 Kutztown University Employee of the Year. Smith was named the Employee of the Year during KU’s Faculty and Staff Convocation and Celebration on Friday, Aug. 23. Smith, Employee of the Month for December 2023, was 1-of-12 finalists for the annual award.
Weather alert issued for strong thunderstorms in part of Pennsylvania Friday evening
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Friday at 7:27 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 7:45 p.m. for Venango, Forest and Clarion counties. Residents may experience wind gusts of up to 50 mph. "At 7:26 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Enterprise, or 12 miles...
Wilkes-barre VA Medical Center holds creative arts contest
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — The Veteran's Affairs Hospital near Wilkes-Barre is hosting a creative arts competition for local veterans. The VA holds national arts competitions every year, which showcase more than 100 categories in art, music, dance, drama, and creative writing. Kristie Kendrick is the VA recreation Therapist and says,...
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