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Allentown School Board appoints human resource specialist to fill vacancy
The Allentown School Board has appointed a human resources professional to be its newest member. Robert “Nick” Nicholoff will fill the vacancy created last month when school director Daysell Ramirez resigned six months into her four-year term. Ramirez stepped down from the board, citing “bullying” and “poor professionalism,” according to a resignation letter shared on social media. Nicholoff, ...
New Taco Bell location coming to Mansfield
MANSFIELD, Pa. (WETM) – Mansfield residents can now look forward to another fast-food option in the future, as the construction of a new Taco Bell location has been spotted in the area. 18 News received word of the new location on South Main Street on Wednesday, Aug. 21. The new building is located across the […]
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 […]
Parents chose themselves and their animals over their children’s well-being after leaving the children clinically maInourished, uneducated and with health problems, while feeding their animals with salmon; sentenced
Philadelphia, PA – According to the court documents, the 38-year-old mom, later identified as CrystaI, and the 48-year-old dad, later identified as Shanne, were sentenced to 8 to 16 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple counts of child endangerment. Both parents were also ordered not to contact their kids until they turn 18 and only with approval of a court-appointed therapist.
UPMC neurology expands access to Mansfield
Mansfield, Pa. — The UPMC Outpatient Center of Mansfield has added a new provider, expanding care options at the facility. Holly Shadle, DNP, CRNP, is now seeing patients at UPMC Outpatient Center, 416 S. Main St., Mansfield. “Neurosurgery services have returned to the UPMC Outpatient Center of Mansfield with the addition of Shadle, giving patients of the surrounding communities access to critical and specialized care close to home,” said Sean...
CareerLink Lehigh Valley to host ‘job huts.’ Find out where and when
For those looking for a job, PA CareerLink Lehigh Valley will be hosting “job huts” over the next few weeks in Easton, Allentown and Bethlehem. As part of PA CareerLink Awareness Days, the job huts will showcase Lehigh Valley employers and available jobs. CareerLink staff will be on hand to help job seekers. “Now is the time to come to the aid of your own career,” said Nancy Dischinat, ...
Red Wings lose in walk off fashion
The Rochester Red Wings drop their second straight game to the Lehigh Valley IronPigs 2-1. The Wings grabbed a 1-0 lead early but could not hang on. Cal Stevenson doubled in the ninth to plate the winning run for the IronPigs. In the bottom of the ninth, Aramis Garcia was...
Hawkinson announces upcoming retirement as Kutztown University President
The President of Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Kenneth S. Hawkinson, announced his upcoming retirement at the university’s 2024 Faculty and Staff Convocation and Celebration, Friday morning, Aug. 23. Hawkinson, the 12th president of KU, said he would step down next summer (2025, date to be determined). He will have completed 10 years as president at that time.
City of Harrisburg investigating reports of 'group of neo-Nazis carrying swastika flags'
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — The City of Harrisburg says the mayor and police commissioner are aware of a masked group carrying flags with swastikas on them downtown, and it's being investigated. In a Facebook post made Saturday afternoon, the city denounced the group, saying in part:. The City of...
Mickey Mouse throws perfect first pitch at Little League World Series
Stunning performances by Little Leaguers and a celebrity visitor wowed the crowds at the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.A beloved icon, Mickey Mouse himself, threw out the first pitch on Saturday afternoon.It was a perfect throw over the plate and a magical moment worthy of celebration.Mickey Mouse is visiting the Keystone State from the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, where everyone can be a kid, no matter how old they are.Disney is the parent company of 6abc.RELATED | Council Rock Newtown welcomed home from LLWS with big celebrationCouncil Rock Newtown welcomed home from LLWS with big celebration
Police investigate theft from games of skill machines
Selinsgrove, Pa. — State police say someone broke into into games of skill machines in Penn Township and stole more than $20,000 in gaming vouchers. Trooper Holt of PSP Selinsgrove said the theft occurred between June 7 and July 20 at a business along Route 522. The unknown suspect had broken into the machines and took $20,238 in gaming vouchers and also damaged a cup holder on a machine. Police did not identify the exact location of the theft. Anyone with information is asked to contact PSP Selinsgrove at 570-374-8145.
Williams Valley defeats Upper Dauphin in Week 1
ELIZABETHVILLE, Pa., (WHTM) — Upper Dauphin hosted the Vikings of Williams Valley to open the 2024 season at Trojan Stadium. A close game throughout, Williams Valley scored on a fumble recovery in the waning seconds to take the victory 21-6
BWROC to host Recovery Fest Sept. 14 at Pine Grove Park
The Blue Water Recovery & Outreach Center will be hosting a celebration on Sept. 14 for those recovering from addiction. The center has previously hosted an annual softball game to honor those in recovery, but this year it decided to expand the event to become a wider community event called Recovery Fest, according...
Ongoing feud among Abington Township neighbors over alleged antisemitic behavior and anti-hate lawn signs reaches new verdict in PA Supreme Court
Drs. Simon and Toby Galapo of Abington Township are appellants in a legal battle that has made its way to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, the Pennsylvania Record reported today. On Tuesday, August 20, four state Supreme Court justices reversed a trial court injunction issued by the Montgomery County Court of...
Pennsylvania Unveils Ambitious Joint Laboratory Complex Plans
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) has unveiled the final site design plans for a transformative $450 million joint laboratory complex. This ambitious project aims to elevate the state’s research and analysis capabilities by integrating cutting-edge facilities across a 30-acre site, formerly part of the Harrisburg State Hospital grounds.
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