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ATV rider wanted for alleged police chase
DURYEA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for an ATV rider after they say he fled from officers in Luzerne County. On July 14 around 10:36 a.m., officers saw an ATV driving down the roadway on Main Street and Dickson Street in Duryea. Officers said they tried to stop the ATV but the rider […]
Summertime road projects in full swing
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Summertime road projects are in full swing. Here is a look at what's happening in the next few days. The week-long mill and fill roadwork in Dickson City wraps up tonight. Friday night's closure will be on the ramp from Main Avenue to Interstate 81 South in Dickson City starting at 8 p.m. and going until 6 a.m. tomorrow. Detours will be in place.
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....
Lackawanna College Graduation to Feature Speech by Scranton Police Detective
The Lackawanna College Police Academy is proud to announce the graduation of its full-time Class 262. This distinguished class comprises 26 dedicated cadets who are set to embark on their careers in law enforcement. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Lackawanna College’s...
Mark Your Calendars! The 19th Annual Jazz Festival Starts August 2nd
All of Downtown Scranton will serve as center stage for an award-winning music festival as the 19th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival returns to the Electric City, Friday through Sunday, August 2 through 4. The festival is made possible through partnerships with Blu Elefante Events, PA Jazz Alliance Inc., Lackawanna County Visitors Bureau, First Friday Scranton, Lackawanna County, the City of Scranton, and Scranton Tomorrow, and with the generous support of sponsors and media partners.
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....
Hearing in Luz. Co. postponed because too many people showed up
A public hearing in Luzerne County was suddenly postponed Monday because more than 50 people waiting outside could not fit into the meeting room. Now the discussion about a proposed solar farm in Lehman Township has been delayed. A South Carolina developer proposes to build a massive solar energy farm on dozens of acres in a rural area of the township zoned for agriculture. Supervisors said the forum would be rescheduled.
Hazle Twp. residents fear being left dry due to water project
HAZLE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A controversy is unfolding in the Hazleton area involving a major water line replacement project. Residents reached out to the I-Team for help after receiving shut-off notices from the Hazleton City Authority. Residents are supposed to hook up to the new water line, but many residents say they cannot […]
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 […]
Pennsylvania Arby’s employees allegedly stole nearly $3,000 in roast beef
(WHTM) — Where’s the beef? Well, two women who worked for a Pennsylvania Arby’s may know after State Police alleged they stole thousands of dollars worth of beef from the restaurant. According to court documents, Stephanie Davis, 63, and Shaniyah West, 21, both of Williamsport, allegedly worked...
Pennsylvania fire chief resigns after sharing 'approval' of Trump assassination attempt
PROSPECT PARK, Pa. (TND) — A Pennsylvania fire chief has resigned after making a questionable social media post about the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Jim Simmonds, who was the Prospect Park, Pa. fire marshal, posted on social media he supported the assassination attempt, the borough wrote...
Exchange students find connection, culture in Scranton
Students from Idaho, California, Tennessee, New York and Texas walk around Waverly on a summer morning, learning about the region’s history. The recent high school graduates spent a week staying with host families as part of the American Exchange Project (AEP). Destination Freedom: The Underground Railroad Tour, led by...
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