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Pair that escaped Abraxas Academy may be hiding in Bucks County, police say
NEW MORGAN, Pa. - Just 10 months after nine juveniles escaped from the Abraxas Academy in New Morgan, police are dealing with a similar incident. Pennsylvania State Police continue their search for two teens who absconded from the southern Berks County youth facility over the weekend. "On July 6th at...
Pilot killed in Clinton County crash identified
CLINTON COUNTY, Pa. — The Clinton County coroner confirms Maisie Bitler, 17, was the pilot and the only person in the plane that crashed in Woodward Township, near Lock Haven last Thursday. The Piper Composite Squadron, PA Wing, Civil Air Patrol posted pictures of Bitler on Facebook, describing her...
Two wanted for alleged retail theft scheme across NEPA
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people are wanted after police say they stole multiple wallets and went on a shopping spree across NEPA. According to the Taylor Police Department and Dickson City Police, the two people pictured are accused of stealing wallets and using credit cards at multiple stores. Taylor police say the two stole […]
Woman charged with attempting to cash stolen ‘bleached’ check
WILKES-BARRE TWP. — A woman was arrested on allegations she attempted to cash a check reportedly stolen during a rash of vehicle break-ins in Butler Township. Vanessa Lynn Kubik, 33, addresses listed as Laurel Run and Butler Township, claimed she was “framed,” according to court records. Wilkes-Barre...
Sunday American Legion Wrap: Riddell and Swift help Meyers-Igraham get DH split
MEYERS-INGRAHAM (4-8) 3. Kyle VanAuker went 2-for-3 with an RBI, two stolen bases and a walk to lead Rayson-Miller in Game 1. Ryan Munzinger hit a two-run single in the third putting Rayson-Miller on the scoreboard first. Owen Osborne crossed the plate twice reaching base with a single and a fielder’s choice. Will Countryman got the win from the mound with five strikeouts and two earned runs surrendered across six innings pitched. Additionally, Countryman tallied two singles and scored a run. Thomas Carter earned the save with three strikeouts-looking in the seventh inning. Max Blaustein collected an RBI with a bunt single in the fourth. Nate Weber singled and walked while Tyler Brown singled and scored a run. Thomas O’Reilly added a walk. For Meyers-Ingraham, AJ LaLoggia was 2-for-4 including a one-run double in the fifth. Drew Rosa collected an RBI with a sacrifice fly and also singled and walked. Mason Drew and Jake DiCicco scored a run apiece, both after walking. Matt Riddell and Caleb Nourse both singled. Tré Walker reached base on balls. James Marotta stole two bases after being hit by a pitch.
PHOTOS: Kylie Kelce Trolls Fan Who Angrily Confronted Her With Hilarious T-Shirt Proving Just How Petty She Can Be
Kylie Kelce is milking her recent argument with an irate fan for everything she can. Kylie, the wife of former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, has turned her viral moment into a fashion point as she’s been pictured wearing a T-shirt bearing a photo of said confrontation on the front.
Exeter/Wyoming/West Wyoming: Celebrate Harry Potter's birthday at Wyoming Free Library
“Harry Potter” is one of those eternal series that has permeated pop culture and exists in the ether so that even if you haven’t read it, you still likely know a few facts about its world-building, the spells, and the hit-movie franchise itself. It’s a series I think...
Wyoming Area Class of 1974 planning reunion
Wyoming Area High School, Class of 1974, will celebrate their 50th Class Reunion on Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Gramercy Restaurant in Pittston. There will be music and a raffle table. Cost is $40 per person with a cash bar. For reservations, make checks payable to Karen Ferrett by July 15. Contact information and inquiries can be made to Kmferrett@msn.com or on the WAHS Class 1974 Facebook page. Members of the reunion committee are, first row, from left, Patti Marianacci, Nancy Rowe, Mary Beth Bolin and Karen Ferrett. Second row: Carl Mercincavage, Theresa Yatsko and Mary Kay Baloga. Third row: Nicky Mozart, Billy Miller and Jerry Yakobitis.
Wyoming Area Scholarship Awards Presentation
Wyoming Area Scholarship Program held its annual awards celebration June 6 at the secondary center auditorium. More than 120 individuals and groups from the community awarded approximately $400,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors from the Class of 2024. Call the school at 570-655-2836, ext. 2339, to learn more about becoming a scholarship donor. Deadline for accepting new scholarships is Aug. 31.
Pittston Area wins D16 8-10 Softball title
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Pittston Area scored five times in the top of sixth inning to defeat Mountain Top 6-3 on Sunday to claim the District 16 8-10 Softball championship. Andrea Colon picked up the win on the mound in addition to hitting a go-ahead...
It's picnic time in Greater Pittston: Area churches and organizations planning summer picnics
Church picnics evoke fond memories for many people in the valley. Whether it’s playing games, enjoying a first beer in a beer tent, or meeting your crush to hold hands and walk around the picnic, these festivals define Greater Pittston summers. Don’t miss out — check the schedule for locations, dates and times.
Celebrating Independence Day in Hazleton
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/YOU) — The Fourth of July celebrations are still going strong across northeastern Pennsylvania. Hundreds got into the patriotic spirit for an annual Independence Day celebration. We aren’t done celebrating Independence Day quite yet! Fourth of July celebrations continued at City View Park in Hazleton. A fireworks display filled the sky to […]
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