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Power outages after severe storms in NEPA
The cleanup work is underway from last night's band of heavy thunderstorms that knocked down trees and power lines in several parts of the area. Officials in Lackawanna County say a Carbondale man was struck by lightning through a window, and a downed tree knocked out power for many residents at Harvey's Lake. Many people are still without power, and PPL says that some areas may not have power fully restored until this afternoon or tonight.
Dream Game postponed to Thursday, July 18
(WOLF) — The 90th Annual Lions Club Dream Game has been postponed to Thursday, July 18, due to inclement weather. It was originally scheduled for Wednesday. The game will be aired Thursday at 7 p.m. only on MyTV WQMY. Scranton Lions Club President Allan Hetkowski said in a statement,...
Man struck by lightning in Lackawanna County
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A man was reportedly struck by lightning in Lackawanna County Monday night. Around 10 p.m., crews were called to a residence along Cranberry Ave. in Carbondale for a call of a man struck by lightning. The man's condition is unknown.
Scranton Lions Club postpones annual Dream Game
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Scranton Lions Club has announced it’s postponing its 90th annual Dream Game due to the weather. The game was originally scheduled for July 17 at 7:00 p.m. The game will now be held on July 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Valley View’s John Henzes/Veterans Memorial Stadium. Club President Allan Hetkowski said […]
Cleanup continues in Scranton after storms
SCRANTON, Pa. — "I heard another sound behind the thunder. I said, 'Thunder doesn't sound back to back.' I said, 'Wait a minute, get away from the windows. It's the trees coming down," said Linda Nieves. It was the trees coming down. Now, those trees are spread across Linda...
Pea-sized hail expected with thunderstorms in Northeast Pa. Tuesday
A report from the National Weather Service was issued on Tuesday at 4 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 4:30 p.m. for Southern Wayne as well as Lackawanna, Luzerne and Pike counties. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are anticipated. "At 4 p.m., Doppler radar...
Pa live! Scranton Jazz Festival hits us with a preview
PA live! (WBRE) — The countdown is on to “Pennsylvania’s World-class Jazz Fest”!. It’s happening the first weekend of August a New Orleans-style jazz festival in downtown Scranton!. Three days of incredible music … With over 80 musicians, spanning over 20 venues. Pa live!...
Atmospheric Water Generating Company Comes to NEPA
DURYEA, LUZERNE CO. — The Moses West Foundation, in partnership with AMG Contracting, believes access to clean water is a basic human right. Founder and namesake, Moses West, has designed and developed an Atmospheric Water Generator that allows the system to extract significant quantities of pure water from the atmosphere.
Neighborhoods in Pa. cities can get up-to 13 degrees hotter due to urban environment
On hot days, it can feel hotter in some Pennsylvania cities, according to a new analysis by Climate Central, a non-profit science communications group. That’s because of the urban heat-island index – additional heat absorbed and released by buildings, roads, and pavement. The study showed that Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Wilkes-Barre all felt at least 8 degrees hotter, with some regions of the cities feeling up to 13 degrees hotter.
AG settles lawsuit against owners of Split Rock Resort in Lake Harmony
Attorney General Michelle Henry on Tuesday announced a settlement of a lawsuit against the owners of Split Rock Resort in Lake Harmony, regarding alleged mistreatment of consumers who purchased timeshares. The settlement will require Split Rock Investments, LLC, and SCH USA, LLC — doing business as “Bel Air Owner’s Circle”...
Everything Tennessee HC Josh Heupel Said On Main Stage At SEC Media Days
Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel took the main stage at SEC Media Days in Dallas on Tuesday morning as he discussed his team entering his fourth season as head coach. Heupel talked about first-year starting quarterback Nico Iamaleava, a handful of matchups on the schedule and much more. Here’s everything Heupel said on the main stage in Dallas on Tuesday morning.
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