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Three Geisinger hospitals recognized as ‘high-performing’
Three Geisinger hospitals have been recognized for high performance in the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” rankings, including two named as a 2024-2025 Best Hospital. Geisinger Medical Center and Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center were named among the Best Hospitals in Pennsylvania, with Geisinger Wyoming...
Second storm brings new power outages and road obstructions in Conshohocken, Plymouth, and Whitemarsh
Not all of the power outages from the storm that passed through the July 16th had been resolved when a second storm hit the area during the afternoon on July 17th. In Conshohocken, the storm knocked a tree into a home and into the street along West Elm Street. That didn’t result in a power outage, but the tree is touching the wires.
Honey & Blueberry Festival to kick off Saturday
PLEASANT MOUNT, WAYNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A festival in the Poconos aims to promote education and the future of agriculture in the NEPA region this weekend. Blue and ripened to perfection; thousands of wild berries at the Equestrian House in Pleasant Mount are ready to be picked and eaten. Owner Roger Aguinaldo drove 28/22 News around […]
Boozy B’s in Wilkes-Barre set to close at the end of August
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Boozy B’s has announced they will be closing at the end of August. According to Boozy B’s after five years they will be closing in downtown Wilkes-Barre on August 24. Boozy B’s states they will be at their final festival of the year at the Boozy B’s Wizard Weekend on […]
Inspiring the next generation of game wardens in Wayne County
WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — Campers are soaking up the sun at the Rockport Hunting Club in Newfoundland with members of the Pennsylvania Game Commission. They're learning all about what it takes to become a game warden. "Game wardens, it's basically like almost the equivalent of a police officer, but...
Innovation at Work: Lackawanna College Launches Groundbreaking Clinical Education Consortium
Lackawanna College is excited to announce its partnerships with the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM), the City of Scranton, and several regional healthcare organizations to establish the Northeast Pennsylvania Clinical Education Consortium (NEPCEC). This initiative marks a significant milestone in clinical education, aimed at creating a robust healthcare network in the region.
New greenspace coming to a Scranton elementary school
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A big day for a local schoolyard. The groundbreaking for a new community schoolyard taking place at John F. Kennedy Elementary School in Scranton. The Scranton school district was identified as a top candidate for a public land trust which led to the renovation. This is the first of three planned […]
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...
City team prepares for 90th Dream Game
DUNMORE, Pa. — We caught up with the City team over the weekend, practicing at Dunmore High School. Dunmore head coach Kevin McHale is running this year's group of City all-stars. The team has had a handful of practices and hopes to come out on top, because this year's...
Hurry! 🏃🏃🏃 Sign up for the 3rd Annual Shine Like Susan 5K this weekend! 🏃🏃🏃
(WBRE – PA Live) — The 3rd Annual Shine Like Susan 5k is back! The group has made some changes to the course to make it more participant friendly (like not running up the giant hill!!!). This 5K is taking place in memory of Susan Burke who we lost in July 2022. From a loving friend, to a motivating coach, Susan was always there for those who needed her. The committee hopes to see you there and all donations are greatly appreciated!
St. Ann’s Basilica Solemn Novena first-day celebration
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Day one of the 100th Solemn Novena at St. Ann’s Basilica in Scranton is underway. One of the novena services just ended minutes ago. The Novena began bright and early today with a mass at 8 am this morning Tents, chairs, and green spaces were filled throughout the mass in […]
NASCAR Driver Sage Karam reflects on fatherhood
LONG POND, Pa. — Sage Karam, raced in the Craftsman truck series last Friday at Pocono Raceway and it was a bit more special than his last time here. Karam was joined by his family, including his 6 week old son, Jettson, on pit road ahead of the race.
King's College seeks $1.4 million grant to improve North Main Street
King’s College officials hope to secure a $1.4 million state grant to help fund a downtown streetscape project along North Main Street in Wilkes-Barre. Wilkes-Barre City Council had a special meeting Tuesday and voted 5-0 to approve a resolution authorizing Mayor George Brown’s administration to submit an application for a Multimodal Transportation Fund grant to the Commonwealth Financing Authority on behalf of the college.
Thursday’s Sunsets on SOMA happy hour to feature Room 206
WILKES-BARRE — Sunsets on SOMA happy hour event will return to Midtown Village, 41 S. Main St., from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday featuring live music from local band, Room 206. The event, presented by Geisinger and hosted by the Diamond City Partnership, includes adult beverages available for purchase...
An epic spray paint battle is bringing artists together.
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Versus Battle Art is holding an epic spray paint battle between a Scranton mural artist and a Wilkes Barre mural artist. The nonprofit Educational Opportunity Centers is organizing the event. The Versus Battle Art kicks off tomorrow at 5 at Diamond City Park in Wilkes Barre....
Attorney General Secures Settlement for Split Rock Resort Timeshare Owners
(WNY News Now) – HARRISBURG – Attorney General Michelle Henry 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...
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