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Three West Virginia men facing drug-related charges
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) — The Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office of Virginia reports three men from West Virginia were arrested as a part of a drug bust on Saturday, July 13. According to the sheriff, during an investigation, the Alleghany Highlands Drug Task Force allegedly witnessed a hand-to-hand drug purchase. Members of the task force […]
Pennsylvania Attorney General Settles With Split Rock Resort Over Consumer Rights Violations
BLAKESLEE, PA – Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a significant settlement in a lawsuit against the owners of Split Rock Resort, addressing alleged consumer mistreatment related to timeshare purchases.…
Drivers to get huge $6,700 one-time payment from $50 million settlement if they had cars repaired – see who qualifies
CHEVY and GM diesel owners equipped with a large displacement V8 and a specific fuel pump could be seeing a substantial payday. The settlement covers drivers in seven states, with some being paid up to $12,700. Chevrolet and GMC, both brands under General Motors, have reached a preliminary settlement for...
Piano students present spring recital
Piano students of Mary Jane Kotansky, Mountain Top piano instructor, presented their spring piano recitals at The First Welsh Baptist Church in Plymouth on Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5. Students performed a variety of pieces, which included classical, jazz, traditional, sacred, popular and classic rock. Jake Marich, member of the 2024 Crestwood High School graduating class, was honored at the recital. Also recognized during the recital were students who participated in the 2024 Cynonfardd Eisteddfod held on Saturday, April 27 in Edwardsville.
Juvenile Arthritis Camp kicks off in Columbia County
MILLVILLE, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It is a common misconception that only older folks deal with arthritis, but it can impact children too. But you wouldn’t know it from laughter and fun in the summer sun. The Arthritis Foundation is hosting its Juvenile Arthritis Summer Camp in Columbia County and we sent 28/22 photojournalist L Bacerra […]
10 most expensive homes sold in Carbon County, July 8-14
A house in Jim Thorpe that sold for $743,400 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Carbon County in the past week. In total, 37 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $282,697. The average price per square foot ended up at $175.
Anthracite Railroad Ramble Set for July 31
Hosted by the National Museum of Industrial History (NMIH) and Reading & Northern Railroad, the Anthracite Railroad Ramble, will depart from a brand new station in Nesquehoning. Est. Read Time: < 1 min. A day-long train ride through northeastern Pennsylvania will take visitors back in time on Wednesday, July 31.
Troy Fair returning for its 148th year
TROY, Pa. (WETM) – The Troy Fair is returning for its 148th year next week with many shows, rides, games, food and fun for the whole family to enjoy. The Troy Fair will open its doors on Monday, July 22, and run daily from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. until Saturday, July 27. Admission at […]
New Name. Same Mission. Paint the Planet Pink!
Paint Pittston Pink® has rebranded to Paint the Planet Pink® – catchy new name, fun new logo, same important mission: “bringing the community together to support a cure for ALL cancers through research and clinical trials.” We’re still PPP, an all-volunteer 501c3 organization. I...
Quest closing Pennsylvania lab, laying off 121 people
Quest Diagnostics is closing a lab in Pennsylvania and laying off 121 employees at the site, the company said in a recent Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification letter filed with the state. The Norristown lab performs workforce drug testing on urine specimens. Quest is consolidating its capabilities at a facility...
Manufactured homeowners still protesting rent gouging
(The Center Square) – Manufactured home communities offer affordable housing options for people on fixed incomes, but in Pennsylvania, homeowners say “predatory” lot rent increases threaten their way of life. Two bills that could resolve the issue have lawmakers at odds and expressing skepticism about their prospects. Manufactured homes are constructed in factories and assembled on-site. Residents typically own the home, but not always the land on which it sits....
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