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Driver arrested, meth and various drugs seized
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police arrested a driver during a traffic stop after allegedly he was found with meth and various drugs. The Carbondale Police Department says they arrested Kevin Nealon on April 19 during a traffic stop for a traffic infraction. After speaking with Nealon officers said they suspected he was involved in “criminal […]
'Inappropriate material' shown to students at Susquehanna Twp. SD by contracted employee
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHP) — Susquehanna Township School District released a statement to local families concerning reports of a contracted employee of the Thomas Holtzman Elementary School showing “inappropriate material” to students. The administration’s statement assures families and caregivers that the incident was handled promptly in accordance with...
New Plant Choices For Outdoor Landscape Color
CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa. — Spring can be the most dramatic time of the year for landscape and garden color. Knowing which plants and shrubs produce early color blossoms can really enhance the your home's curb appeal. Paul Epsom gives his top picks for the plants trees and shrubs that are available for spring planting.
Police looking to ID man in hotel TVs theft
DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Dickson City Police Department needs help identifying a suspect after a theft at Home 2 Suites in Dickson City. Police say the man pictured below walked out of Home 2 Suites with their TVs. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Dickson City Police Department at 570-489-3231.
Dunmore man sentenced for 2021 fatal crash
HONESDALE, WAYNE CO. (WOLF) — A Dunmore man was sentenced to prison for causing a crash that killed a man in Wayne County in 2021. James Gerrity, 62, was charged in 2021 with homicide by vehicle and other charges for causing an accident on Route 6 in Texas Township that killed Louis Radell.
Judge: Alleged killer’s jailhouse confession admissible as evidence
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A judge ruled that a jailhouse confession could be used as evidence in the murder of a well-known businessman from Lackawanna County. On March 31, 2023, investigators announced the arrest of 37-year-old Justin Schuback, the man they say killed Lackawanna County businessman Robert Baron Sr. Since his arrest, Schuback has been in […]
Big adoption event at the Coccia Ford dealership
PA live! (WBRE/WYOU) — PA live! Rachel Malak recently took a quick trip to Clarks Summit with our friends from Coccia Ford. We’re gearing up for Saturday’s big adoption event at the dealership, so we wanted to pop by “Griffin Pond Animal Shelter” and why not take a Bronco!
Roz Mikulak and Brenna Dahlgren lead Honesdale's girls varsity track & field team
HONESDALE — The Hornets may be struggling a bit in Lackawanna League girls track & field action, but two talented student-athletes are putting up big numbers in multiple individual events. Honesdale’s Roz Mikulak and Brenna Dahlgren are both battle-tested veterans and each is peaking at the perfect time as...
Crystal clear and tough as nails
Cardinal Glass’s Archbald plant produces top-notch laminated glass. Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Cardinal Glass Industries has two plants in Northeast Pennsylvania. There’s the Cardinal Insulated Glass (IG) Company in the Crestwood Industrial Park in Mountain Top, and the Cardinal Laminated Glass (LG) plant in the Valley View Business Park in Archbald.
Mid Valley hosts special needs track meet to celebrate the opening of new stadium
THROOP, Pa. — A special track meet was held on Thursday afternoon to celebrate the opening of a new stadium in Throop. Mid Valley School District in Lackawanna County celebrated the opening of its new stadium with a unique track meet. Several districts brought teams to Throop to participate in the Unified track meet for students with special needs.
After school programs in 24 schools in jeopardy of shutting down after state money is redirected
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — It's after-school classrooms and summer programs where some of our most at-risk kids come to learn. But, more importantly, have a safe space when they're not in school. Rachel Strucko is the executive director of the SHINE after-school program. "We believe in it. It changes...
Get Your Plant, Tree and Shrub Questions Answered, Just Ask Paul
CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa. — Are your plants leaves drooping, why are your peony blooms rotting, why does your hydrangea bush never bloom? Paul Epsom answers all you plant and garden questions. This week, Paul gives some advice on which trees are most durable and provide the best windbreak. Submit...
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