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New report highlights hunger crisis in Central PA
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A new report shows a startling uptick in food insecurity for local families. U.S. Households facing hunger are rising at an alarming pace with thousands more experiencing it who have never been in this situation before. “We are actually at levels of demand for charitable food assistance that we had back […]
Three charged with assault in Lycoming County
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Three people have been charged with physically assaulting a 15-year-old boy. According to court documents, officers were dispatched to UPMC Williamsport ER for an assault victim. Upon arrival, police stated the 15-year-old victim said he was beaten and threatened with a knife by a group of boys. Police said 19-year-old […]
Lycoming County Library System to host Family Nature Adventure
Trout Run, Pa. — The libraries of the Lycoming County Library System are encouraging families to join their Family Nature Adventure, which will feature a short hike and outdoor activities. The event is free to attend and will be held on Saturday, Aug. 3 from 4-6 p.m. at Rider Park. Parking will be available at First Baptist Church of Warrensville, 5685 Warrensville Road, Montoursville. Rich Port Adventure Company will transport participants from the church to the park entrance. ...
Repeat as elite! Quakertown wins state Legion title again
The Quakertown Blue Jays (30-2) had two cracks on Wednesday to win the 2024 Pennsylvania State American Legion championship. For the second time in four days, Quakertown topped Northeastern (York County), this time 9-0, in game one of a potential twin bill. Quakertown plated three runs in the first and...
Cute kitties abound at the Cat Video Fest at District Cinema at Lycoming Valley
Pennsdale, Pa. — Who doesn't love cats? Especially when cats do funny things. The public will have the opportunity to see plenty of cats when the Cat Video Fest comes to the District Cinema at Lycoming Valley this weekend. Show time is 12:30 p.m. Aug. 3 and 4 at the theater, which is located in Pennsdale at the District at Lycoming Valley (formerly Lycoming Mall). A portion of the proceeds will benefit cats in need. ...
Long saga involving disgraced local lawyer comes to conclusion Tuesday
Williamsport, Pa. — Disgraced lawyer Matthew Zeigler, 52, has filed countless appeals and asked for new counsel over four years since his initial arrest, delaying justice for his victims. Tuesday, there were no more appeals or delays as the former Williamsport lawyer pleaded guilty to five counts of child endangerment. Zeigler will also pay $6,500 in fines. From 1994 until his arrest in 2020, Zeigler abused his eight children with...
Timeline: Affidavit in TGI Friday’s shooting made public, new details emerge
Williamsport, Pa. — Details regarding the shooting death of a juvenile in the parking lot of TGI Friday’s have been made available for the first time since being sealed. On March 2, 15-year-old Ahmeen Palmer of Williamsport was shot and killed in the parking lot of TGI Fridays on East Third Street in Loyalsock Township. The Lycoming County DA has suggested the crime to be gang related. The suspected shooter is not in custody. ...
Aqua breaks ground in Sharon for project to improve drinking water quality for PA, Ohio customers
Aqua Pennsylvania broke ground in Sharon on Wednesday for a project to improve drinking water for over 20,000 in Pennsylvania and Ohio. The groundbreaking ceremony took place at Aqua Pennsylvania's Shenango Valley Treatment Plant on North Water Avenue in Sharon. Aqua Pennsylvania President Marc Lucca tells 21 News the project...
The first Raising Cane’s in the Lehigh Valley will open next week. Find out when
Raising Cane’s, a fast food chain specializing in chicken fingers, will open to the Lehigh Valley at 10 a.m. on Aug. 6 in Lower Macungie Township. The eatery is located at 6240 Hamilton Blvd. in Lower Macungie Township and is one of 10 locations in Pennsylvania. General hours will be 10 a.m. to midnight Sunday-Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. Thursday-Saturday, according to a spokesperson. The ...
Wilkes-Barre’s Use of SafetyStick Devices for Parking Enforcement Proven Successful
The City of Wilkes-Barre’s Use of SafetyStick Devices for Parking Enforcement has Proven Successful, and Mayor George Brown is Expanding the Initiative. The city contracted with Municipal Parking Services a little over a year ago to install 10 SafetySticks® in various downtown locations to crack down on people who park illegally in handicap parking spaces, at bus stops, too close to fire hydrants, too close to corners, in commercial loading zones and in spaces reserved for emergency vehicles or other authorized vehicles.
Resources for Manufactures from Team PA and the Chamber
A new resource became available this month from Team PA. Their free online “Factory of the Future” – hopes to demystify the integration of advanced manufacturing technologies and to connect manufacturers with local organizations who can support them throughout the process. Use their Discovery Form to find...
Dallas Man Pleads Guilty to Gun Possession as a Convicted Felon and Awaits Sentencing in Sacramento Court
A Texas man, identified as 34-year-old William Lesley from Dallas, entered a guilty plea for unlawfully possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. This development was announced by U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert. During a parole-compliance check at the Galt home of Dexter Weeks, who is also a known felon...
WATCH: Bear rescued from tree in Wilkes-Barre
UPDATE: According to a Pennsylvania Game Warden, the 185-pound female bear was uninjured and released on State Game Lands. WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A bear had to be rescued Tuesday morning after it got stuck in a tree in Luzerne County. Just after 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, crews were called to Carey Ave in Wilkes-Barre […]
Get a deal and help Monroe County Habitat for Humanity at new ReStore | Kulick
Most people feel like they have had a win when they find a good deal on something. What might make them feel even better is if that good deal benefits an organization that helps others. If you fall into this category, then you should certainly make a trip to the new ReStore run by Monroe County Habitat for Humanity. The store is located at 2610 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg (in Marshalls Creek). ...
Community fund to honor late standout Lehighton football star
LEHIGHTON, Pa. -- The Carbon County community is creating a fund to honor a Lehighton graduate and football player who passed away in 2008. Shane Smith was a standout athlete. Now, some of his former teammates and friends have come together to establish a donor-advised fund in his name at the Carbon County Community Foundation.
UPMC welcomes new doctor to Williamsport emergency department
Williamsport, Pa. — The emergency medicine team at UPMC Williamsport is pleased to welcome Mak Sarich, M.D., to their department. Dr. Sarich specializes in performing and analyzing emergency ultrasounds to quickly gather vital information. “Ultrasound is crucial in emergency medicine for its ability to provide rapid diagnostic imaging at the bedside. It enhances patient care by enabling quick assessment and treatment of a variety of emergency conditions,” said Dr. Sarich. “I look forward to providing these essential services for the communities served by UPMC Williamsport.” ...
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