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Scranton man charged with assault
SCRANTON — When a city man demanded another man empty his pockets early Tuesday,, the man refused. So, Nafee Russell, 24, of 504 N. St. Frances Cabrini Ave., punched the man in the head and chest, knocking him to the ground, according to a criminal complaint. Officers responded to...
NEPA man arrested for attacking police officer
An Edwardsville man was arrested after punching and pushing a police officer down the stairs, According to police. Joshua Hall faces aggravated assault charges after a disturbance was reported in his home on Monday afternoon. Hall then allegedly lunged at the police officer, punching her in the face, and pushing her down a flight of stairs, before fleeing on foot. Hall was later arrested by Kingston and Plymouth officers. The officer was transported to Wilkes-Barre General Hospital for the injuries to the left side of her face and her right knee. Hall was charged with aggravated assault, simple assault, harassment, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, and evading arrest, and is being held without bail.
Draft Day for registered nurses in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A local draft day held today wasn’t about fielding a sports team, but filling out medical teams. Commonwealth health hosted “Draft day 2024” at Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton. The event celebrated the first graduating seniors from Jersey College Nursing School in Teterboro, New Jersey. These students were signed for RN […]
Day two of the 100th annual Solemn Novena
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— It’s day two of the 100th Annual Solemn Novena at St. Ann’s Basilica in Scranton. 28/22 News stopped by today’s 11:45 a.m. mass and Novena service. Hundreds attended the outdoor mass with friends, family, and even on their own. They prayed to Saint Ann, the mother of Mary and grandmother of […]
Man wanted for abandoning dog on hot Wilkes-Barre sidewalk
A Plymouth man is wanted on felony animal cruelty charges after abandoning a panting and drooling dog in a kennel on a hot Wilkes-Barre sidewalk last week, according to police. Dennis W. Meekins, 41, is accused of subjecting the unspecified type of dog to "extreme heat" when he left it...
Check out fresh and healthy produce at Exeter Community Library
Last year the Exeter Community Library in Berks County began offering something new to patrons that would serve as a convenient way for them to have easy access to healthy, locally-grown produce grown at Taproot Farm in Shoemakersville. “It has been wonderful,” said Alexia Sahaida, the library’s circulation manager. “All...
Wilkes-Barre Scranton Elks present grant for veterans' benefit
Wilkes-Barre Scranton Elks Lodge No. 109 recently presented Luke Malonis, Catholic Charities case manager of St. Hedwig's Village, with the National Benevolent and protective Order of the Elks $1,000 Freedom Grant and a $200 donation by Lodge 109. Also, 12 $100 Gerrity's grocery gift cards were purchased for the 12 veterans living at St Hedwig's apartments. Veterans living at St Hedwig's qualify by having a disability and a history of experiencing homelessness. There is also a PSHP program by Catholic Charities which spreads out homeless veterans with a disability throughout the area as well. For information the programs, call Malonis a 570-906-0764. Donations of food, clothing, hygiene products can also be accepted. Malonis said that Christmas time is usually a good time when donations or gift cards are received, but it is a struggle for these vets throughout the year and these grocery cards coming in the summer will be a blessing.
Vols take the podium in Dallas
SEC Football Media Days were held in the Lone Star State for the first time, with Tennessee making the rounds on the event’s second day. Fourth-year head coach Josh Heupel, senior center Cooper Mays, senior linebacker Keenan Pili and senior defensive tackle Omari Thomas represented the Vols at the Omni Dallas on Wednesday. The quartet spent the day visiting with members of the local, regional and national media to preview the upcoming 2024 season.
Jermyn readvertises vacant council seat after former council president raises concerns
JERMYN — Borough council will restart its search for a new member to fill a vacant seat after former council President Frank Kulick contended a would-be councilman was improperly appointed. Council voted 4-0 Thursday night to readvertise a council seat that had been slated for Jerry Bruno, 68, who...
Joe Snedeker to pass through region in 27th annual 'Go Joe' event
Newswatch 16’s morning meteorologist, Joe Snedeker, will cycle the region next week in an effort to raise funds for St. Joseph’s Center, in Scranton. For the past 27 years, Snedeker has pedaled thousands of miles within and beyond Newswatch 16’s viewing area to raise funds for individuals and families served by the Catholic agency.
Some flights canceled at Lehigh Valley airport from global Microsoft outage
Three flights at Lehigh Valley International Airport were canceled Friday morning amid widespread technology outages around the world. Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority spokesperson Colin Riccobon said Friday morning that three Allegiant flights were canceled and one American Airlines flight was delayed at the airport. He encouraged those with later Friday flights...
Blackhawk's Huston selected at Times' 2023-24 Coach of the Year
CHIPPEWA — Just one year ago, Blackhawk girls' basketball head coach Greg Huston debated whether to take the vacant head coaching position after former Lady Cougars' head coach Steve Lodovico resigned after the 2022-23 season. But after some convincing, Huston applied and was hired on May 11 and proceeded...
Business Visitor Sues Property Owner Over Severe Dog Attack
A business visit turned into a nightmare for Robert Fox, who is now suing Matthew Thomas over a severe dog attack. The complaint was filed by Robert Fox in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania on July 10, 2024, against Matthew Thomas. According to the...
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