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Toxic chemical found in drinking water in Monroe County
Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to reflect the water issue is in Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County. MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A concerning water problem in part of the Poconos. Officials say a toxic chemical has been found in the water impacting thousands of customers. 28/22 News Reporter Gianna Galli was in Stroud Township […]
⚠️ Traffic Advisory: Construction on NJ 94 Affects Northbound Lanes in Warren County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in New Jersey. As of 9:00 am, there is ongoing construction along NJ 94 northbound, impacting traffic from just north of CR 521/Stillwater Rd in Blairstown Twp to just north of CR 661/Ramsey Rd in Fredon Twp. Drivers should expect all lanes to be shifted in response to the construction activities and this pattern will remain in effect until approximately 3:30 PM today. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area, anticipate possible delays, and consider alternate routes if necessary.
PennDOT projects in Monroe County: How $143 million will be spent on roads and bridges
Road and bridge projects totaling more than $143 million are underway or set to start this year in Monroe County, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. "Governor Josh Shapiro's commitment to delivering safe highways and bridges across the Commonwealth remains a top priority," PennDOT said in a press release, adding that his budget included federal...
Statewide tour started to combat the opioid epidemic
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Healing through music. The State Department of Drug and Alcohol Secretary Dr. Latika Davis Jones paid a visit to Pyramid Healthcare’s Stroudsburg Outpatient Center, to participate in a music therapy session. Taking steps toward recovery through music. The stop is a part of a statewide tour to learn and gather […]
Restaurant inspections from Monroe County, May 6-12
These establishments in Monroe County were inspected between May 6 and 12, according to Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture records. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture provides this disclosure: "Please remember that any inspection is a 'snapshot' of the day and time of the inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment. Also, at the time of the inspection, violations are recorded but are often corrected on site prior to the inspector leaving the establishment."
Lehigh Valley food safety inspections: Sketchy mayonnaise; close the door; are you certifiable?
Here are the food safety inspection reports from Lehigh and Northampton counties, conducted the week of May 5. Each week, we highlight the inspection reports provided through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. The department performs the inspections in many areas, while some municipalities such as Allentown and Bethlehem conduct their own inspections. All establishments are inspected ...
About 17,000 still without power in Lehigh Valley after storm downs trees, power lines; wind gusts up to 60 mph reported [Updated]
Thousands of Lehigh Valley residents remain without power after a severe thunderstorm Thursday morning made its way through the area. The National Weather Service received reports of wind damage in Allentown, Bethlehem, Catasauqua and North Whitehall Township, after the storm hit the region about 8:20 a.m. Wind gusts very likely reached up to 60 mph when the storm came through, according to ...
10 most expensive homes sold in Monroe County, May 6-12
A house in Canadensis that sold for $700,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Monroe County in the past week. In total, 52 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $270,865. The average price per square foot was $178.
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