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I’m suing after I was forced to spend $38k repaving my driveway – now I can’t even use it because of the repairs
DRIVERS lugged suitcases of items down their unusable driveway after it was recently repaved – they’re looking to sue after the thousand-dollar repair. A city forced two homeowners to repave their driveway after it posed a potential water runoff problem, but the residents said the solution could damage their cars. The Dale family moved into […]
Pa. attorney general reaches settlement with Butler County landlord
HARRISBURG (KDKA) - Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry announced on Thursday morning that her office has reached a $50,000 settlement with a Butler County landlord over unlawful billing, leasing, and debt collection practices. According to Henry's office, A.R. Building Company which owns 20 apartment complexes in Pennsylvania, was being sued for allegedly inflating its repair cost that they would bill to their tenants for supposed damage to the apartments. Also in the lawsuit, it was alleged the landlord used leases that included unfair and unenforceable terms as well as unfair debt collection practices. "This settlement ensures that A.R. Building's billing and leasing...
Former Sullivan County Jail Site in Monticello to Be Redeveloped
The former Sullivan County Jail and Sheriff’s Office property on Bushnell Avenue in the Village of Monticello is set to undergo a major transformation. The Sullivan County Legislature recently approved the sale of this historic site to developer Mendel Stern for $100,000. A Historical Landmark. The Sullivan County Jail,...
Short-term rental conference held in Monroe County
TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The inaugural Pocono Short-term Rental & Home Conference kicked off at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions. Officials say this two-day event is for individuals interested in the short-term rentals and home industry. The Pocono area is home to dozens of Airbnb and rental properties. Contractors landscapers and plumbers will be […]
Students moving in at East Stroudsburg University
EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It’s the time of year for students to return to local colleges and universities. East Stroudsburg University in Monroe County held its move-in day. Current students and faculty were on hand to help with moving in. An ESU alum helped her niece move into her dorm for her freshman […]
Combating gang violence in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Anti-gang efforts are ramping up in Lackawanna County and specifically in Scranton as gang-related crimes continue to increase. “Unfortunately we have seen an uptick in gang activity,” said Mark Powell the Lackawanna County District Attorney. That has prompted Lackawanna County officials not only to increase their efforts to track gang […]
Family, Ex-Caseworker of Child Who Died in Hot Car Say CPS Ignored Red Flags
The Monticello woman arrested for allegedly leaving two-year-old foster child Antonio Suarez-Ware alone inside a hot car last month, leading to his death, was named in a previous report of alleged child abuse in April 2020, according to a police report obtained by the Times Union. The report adds to...
Week 1 of HS football on 28/22 Friday Night Sports Show
EYEWITNESS SPORTS (WBRE/WYOU) — It’s the first week of high school football and the 28/22 Friday Night Sports Show is back with final scores and game highlights. Week one under the Friday night lights, see what you missed, and check out the final scores.
WVB: Falcons Flatten Cougars With Opening Night Sweep
SCRANTON, Pa. – Four different players had four kills, and Lackawanna put up 19 service aces on its way to a 3-0 (25-16, 25-15, 25-16) sweep over Genesee CC in the first event of the 2024 season at the Lackawanna College Student Union on Friday evening. The Falcons (1-0)...
Construction continues at the University of Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — New developments took place at the University of Scranton as construction continued on the new Robert S. and Marilyn A. Weiss Hall. A steel beam signed by the university president and representatives from key departments was lifted to the top of the structure. The 90,000-square-foot, four-story facility, will include an […]
No shortage of contenders in Colonial League cross country
Art Corrigan has a message for the rest of the Colonial League cross country folks. “I have 24 runners in all and just one senior,” the veteran Notre Dame coach said. “If (teams) don’t get us this year …”. If you purchase a product or register...
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