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Pond in Wayne County refilling after a multi-million dollar dam replacement
WAYNE COUNTY, Pa. — Lower Woods Pond in Lebanon Township, near Honesdale, has been dry since 2012. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) had to drain the pond after a leak was discovered in the dam, causing concern for homes downstream. "At a lot of points, people thought...
Letter: County Of Wayne Shuttle Service (C.O.W.S.) proposed
Send letters to the editor (up to 300 words) to editor@tricountyindependent.com. County Of Wayne Shuttle Service (C.O.W.S.) proposed There is now a serious problem with public transportation from Shortline bus company because after cutting back service during COVID citizens of Honesdale are stranded here with no departures on Saturday or Sunday until 2 p.m. ...
WGAL Summer Weather Outlook
When severe weather strikes in the Susquehanna Valley, the WGAL News 8 Storm Team has you covered, whatever comes your way. Above, you can watch our Summer Weather Outlook. Meteorologist Ethan Huston talks about severe winds and tornadoes. Meteorologist T.J. Springer breaks down this year’s tropical weather season. And.
Honesdale debuts new women’s military monument
HONESDALE, WAYNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— With Memorial Day just around the corner, many events are planned to commemorate those who have sacrificed their lives for our country. 28/22 News Reporter Sydney Kostus visited Wayne County Thursday morning and learned how they’re permanently honoring women in the military. A new monument stands big and tall at the […]
The Town of Windsor Will be Holding a Rabies Clinic on June 8th
The Town of Windsor will be holding a rabies clinic on June 8th from 10am - 12pm. Protect your furry friend with a rabies vaccination!. The clinic is available to residents of Windsor, Bloomfield, West Hartford and Hartford for $20 cash per animal. Dogs must be on a leash and cats must be in a carrier. Sick animals will not be vaccinated based on veterinarian's discretion.
Two accused of $400 retail theft at Target
DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are continuing to search for suspects involved in multiple retail thefts across Targets in NEPA. According to the Dickson City Police Department, the two men pictured used magnetic keys to remove video games from their security devices. Police say the two got away with stealing $470 worth of […]
Susquehanna Valley Kick it for Cans raises over $7,000 for Sabers Food Center
Today's rain not stopping Susquehanna Valley students from playing kickball in the inaugural Kick It for Cans fundraiser. Fifth graders from SV's two elementary schools went head to head for a bit of friendly competition. School resource officer Tony Wood came up with the idea for the tournament and it...
Mid Valley ready for another run
The questions marks have been answered for the Mid Valley Softball team. The 2023 state champions lost a strong core of their team to graduation but have answered the bell finishing the season. Mike Piercy, Mid Valley Manager says, “We had kids step up in and we've been excited from...
District 2 track & field day 2
Day two of the district 2 track and field meet started with a little bit of rain. but that couldn’t slow down Montrose’s Chloe Diaz, already a winner in the 300 meter hurdles, the senior dominated in the 100 meter hurdles winning in a time of 15.7. In...
Softball Game Preview: Loyalsock Township Plays at Home
After two games on the road, Loyalsock Township is heading back home. They will take on the Abington Heights Comets at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average, (Loyalsock Township: 2.8, Abington Heights: 2.9) so any runs scored will be well earned. If Loyalsock...
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