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Pittston: St. Michael's will host flea market and ziti dinner
St. Michael the Archangel Byzantine Catholic Church is hosting its annual flea market and ziti dinner from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 4. The fundraiser will feature an indoor flea market, a takeout ziti and meatball dinner...
A fire severely damages the historic First Baptist Dallas church sanctuary
A fire all but destroyed the historic church sanctuary at First Baptist Dallas, sending smoke billowing over the city but causing no deaths or injuries, Dallas firefighters said. The fire in the Texas Historic Landmark, a Victorian-style red brick church built in 1890, was reported about 6:30 p.m. Friday, and...
Men charged in death of West Scranton barber waive prelims
SCRANTON — Two men accused of road rage that led to the March death of a barber from West Scranton waived their preliminary hearings Wednesday. Prosecutors say John Darko, 1330 Fords Pond Road, Glenburn Twp., and Paul Viscomi, 39 Van Sickle St., Scott Twp., were involved in a “road-rage type” incident on Keyser Avenue, which resulted in the death of Brian Nardella on March 27.
Urban Co-Works to Host UPTHINKING Workshop
Urban Co-Works to Host UPTHINKING WORKSHOP for Non-Profit Leaders in Scranton, PA. Urban Co-Works is excited to announce UPTHINKING Workshop for Non-Profit Leaders, hosted by MYNDDSET, on July 24, 2024, at 8:30-11:00am at Urban Co-Works. This professional development workshop aims to teach non-profit leaders how to become a faster, more accurate thinker poised to lead their organization through our complex world.
Scranton Lions 90th Annual Dream goes to the County squad, 35-28
Tagged under: All-Stars, District 2, Gameday Hub, News, pfn. Last year’s Dream Game was an overtime thriller with the County getting the field goal in OT to win 23-20. With this year’s contest, both teams were stacked with standouts from all of the Lackawanna Conference teams. The City squad looked like they had the offensive firepower to finally turn the tables on the County team.
Duryea: Enjoy a day out in Duryea
The past few weeks I have highlighted the picnics taking place in Duryea throughout the month, and this week we’ll focus on the final one. NEPA’s Summer in the City will host NEPA’s Day Out Festival starting at noon Saturday, July 27, at Community Park, Stephenson Street.
PA State Police Car Catches Fire On Route 80
The blaze happened on Route 80 near mile marker 272.1, said White Haven Fire Company. Troopers brought the flames under control by the time firefighters arrived, and a hose was used to soak down the engine compartment, authorities said. No one was injured, the fire company added. Daily Voice has...
AEW headed to Wilkes-Barre, Wes Lee booked for TNA Slammiversary
– Wes Lee is coming back to TNA to tag with The Rascalz and take on No Quarter Catch Crew at Slammiversary. – For the first time, All Elite Wrestling is bringing Dynamite and Rampage to the Mohegan Sun Arena on September 18th…
Nanticoke Fire Dept. rescues two dogs from a creek
PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Nanticoke City Fire Department rescued a dog and a puppy from Harvey’s Creek. Nanticoke City Fire Department Engine 3 and Rescue 1 were dispatched to North Mill Street in Plymouth Township for a possible dog in the creek. Engine 3 arrived to find a black lab mix female […]
NEPA Rockers plan motorcycle ride to benefit Meals on Wheels
NEPA Rockers are rolling into Avoca for a Greater Pittston Meals on Wheels fundraiser. The NEPA Rockers 15th anniversary Rockers Roll benefit will be held Saturday, July 27, at Litzy's Lounge, 614 York Ave., Avoca. All proceeds will benefit Greater Pittston Meals on Wheels. Donation is $15 per driver, $10...
Wayne County Commissioners summer youth soccer camp attracts nearly 100 players
HONESDALE — The future of local boys and girls soccer appears to be exceedingly bright as evidenced by a stellar turnout at the 2024 Wayne County Commissioners youth summer camp. Under the direction of current Honesdale girls varsity coach Becky Kretschmer, nearly 100 local youngsters attended the clinic, which...
Solar farm concerns in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A big environmental change could be coming to a city in Luzerne County. We’re talking about solar energy farms. But not everyone agrees with the technology taking up space in their backyard. Nanticoke is in talks to allow building a solar farm on its land, but many residents say not in their […]
Duryea Police in pursuit of fleeing ATV, seek public's help with identification
DURYEA, Pa. (WOLF) — Duryea Police seek ATV that fled from them. An officer with Duryea Police Department spotted an ATV driving down the roadway on Main St. and Dickson St. on Sunday, July 14 just after 10:30 am. When he attempted to stop the rider, the rider fled...
Bear Creek camper dies after drowning
BEAR CREEK TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A camper at Bear Creek has died after being found unresponsive in the lake Monday. According to a release from Bear Creek Camp, a camper went missing during the scheduled time at the lake on Monday afternoon. Staff immediately found the victim in the water unresponsive. CPR was […]
Newborn puppies in Lackawanna County were found in garbage bags left in dumpster, police say
BLAKELY, Pa. — A Lackawanna County woman is facing accusations of animal cruelty following the discovery Tuesday of five newborn Cane Corso puppies placed in plastic garbage bags and left in two dumpsters at a townhouse development in Blakely. Catherine Yvette Small told borough police she believed the five...
Houlahan touts new legislation to help baby formula industry on visit to Berks
Houlahan touts new legislation to help baby formula industry on visit to Berks. The Investing in New Families and Newborns Through Tax Credit Act aims to give a boost to places like ByHeart, an Exeter Township-based baby formula company.
Attorney general announces settlement of lawsuit against Split Rock Resort
Consumers allegedly denied access to Split Rock Resort and charged excessive maintenance fees and illegal usage fees may apply for restitution, Attorney General Michelle Henry announced in a news release. Henry announced Tuesday the settlement of a lawsuit against the owners of Split Rock Resort in Kidder Twp., Carbon County,...
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