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Restaurant inspections from Wayne County, Oct. 26-Nov. 1

These establishments in Wayne County were inspected between Oct. 26 and Nov. 1, according to Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture records . The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture provides this disclosure: "Please remember that any inspection is a 'snapshot' of the day and time of the inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment. Also, at the time of the inspection, violations are recorded but are often corrected on site prior to the inspector leaving the establishment." Out of compliance Cox’s Country Cafe and Pizzeria: 1041 Beach Lake Highway, Beach Lake Inspected Oct. 27. Jurisdiction: Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Violations: 6 Inspector determined the person in charge did not demonstrate adequate knowledge of food safety. Inspector observed severe buildup of dust and grease on internal surfaces of hood ventilation system above cooktop and fryer; chlorine chemical sanitizer residual detected in the final sanitizer rinse cycle of the low temperature sanitizing dishwasher was 0 ppm, not 50 to 100 ppm as required (manual warewash sanitizer station established); chicken and cooked sausage thawing at room temperature, which is not an approved thawing method (cooked sausage voluntarily disposed of); non-food-contact surfaces not cleaned

Wayne County, PA · 2d

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Cocaine, $10K and altered-serial handgun found between mattresses in Scranton drug probe

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Two Scranton men were arrested Nov. 10 after a joint investigation that included a controlled cocaine purchase and searches of two homes, according to criminal complaints. A confidential informant told investigators he could buy cocaine from a man known as “Pito,” later identified as...

Scranton, PA · 15h

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Police in Lehigh Township seek man accused of kidnapping woman

A kidnapping has been reported by the Lehigh Township Police Department in Wayne County. The press release sent Nov. 11 states that a suspect is wanted by police. The department asked anyone having information on the whereabouts of the suspect, Daniel Raymond Speaks, 23, to contact their office at 570-842-0434. “Please do not attempt to approach or apprehend the wanted individual yourself,” the press release states. On Nov. 7 at approximately 5:46 p.m., Lehigh Township police officers met at the station with a woman who reported being involved in a physical altercation with her former boyfriend approximately one hour prior. The woman reported that an argument began while she and Speaks were traveling toward her residence. She said that the argument escalated after she confronted him about discovering a dating profile associated with him. “She reported that the male repeatedly grabbed the steering wheel, causing the vehicle to leave its designated lane of travel and nearly collide with oncoming traffic,” the release states. She reported that after arriving at her home, the verbal argument continued and became physical. “She alleged that the male struck her in the facial area, causing an abrasion and laceration near her left eye. She also

Wayne County, PA · 7h

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YMCA lawyer says project is approved, but Cherry Ridge Township doesn't

One year after the conditional use hearing for the Wayne County YMCA building project started but was never completed, the project was deemed approved by the applicant’s attorney, Mark Zimmer, who alleges a failure by Cherry Ridge Township. The township, however, says otherwise, and the whole matter may end up in court. Zimmer said in his public notice that this action is required under state law “due to the Board's failure to conduct or complete the required hearing.” The new home for the YMCA, pending other permit approvals, is being planned south of Honesdale on a field just off Route 191 along Spinner Road. If built, the Y will move from its present location at 105 Park Street in the borough, and be able to offer indoor swimming, daycare, a running track and other expanded amenities. After the hearing in August had to be postponed because the site had never been posted advertising the hearing, it was rescheduled for Oct. 21. This time, the hearing was properly posted at the site. Although the YMCA’s attorney contends the project is approved by default, the township board nevertheless went through the formality of the hearing, although it lasted only about 16 minutes.

Honesdale, PA · 2d

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Scranton Inventory Grows While Prices Climb Against the National Trend

Scranton buyers found more listings to choose from, but prices edged up and well-priced homes moved off the market quickly.

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The art of remembrance: Work continues on Archbald Borough Veterans Monument Park

To Stephen Colley, many military memorials feel polished and rigid. Colley doesn't want his work for the Archbald Borough Veterans Monument Park to feel that way. "It looks like movie stars were in the middle of war," the sculptor and Marywood University educator said of other statues he's seen as he stood over several miniature renditions of a 12-foot eagle obelisk he designed.

Archbald, PA · 20h

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Community remembers Ambrose Cerene, the only soldier from Olyphant killed in Vietnam

OLYPHANT, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — In 1967, Ambrose Cerene was killed by a sniper in his third tour in Vietnam. And out of the roughly 60,000 people that died in the conflict, he was the only one from Olyphant. And now, roughly 6 decades later, the Olyphant community gathered to make sure he would never be forgotten.

Olyphant, PA · 7h

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Longtime Honesdale funeral home closes with Bryant’s retirement

Arthur A. Bryant Funeral Home at 1228 N. Main St., Honesdale, closed on Nov. 6, capping over 80 years in business. The closure of one of Honesdale’s two funeral homes came with the retirement of longtime owner Arthur “Art” A. Bryant, who chose not to sell his business. The family business was started by his father, Arthur “Bud” E. Bryant, who began his career in the 1940s and opened the funeral parlor at this location. Art Bryant became a licensed funeral director in 1979. A press release states, “With recent health challenges and a cancer diagnosis, the decision to close his practice has not come easily. Rather than simply selling the business to another Funeral Director, Bryant has chosen to personally recommend that the families who have entrusted him with their care turn to Edward R. Howell, owner and operator of Howell Family Funeral Home, Inc., in Waymart.” “Edward is no stranger to the families I have served. He knows nearly all of them personally. He is a well-known, respected, and trusted Funeral Director who has deep roots in this community.” Bryant said in the press release. “I know his character, his commitment to this profession, and I have complete

Honesdale, PA · 1d

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Cheapest gas stations in Scranton

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Scranton using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 441 Wilkes-Barre Twp Blvd, Wilkes-Barre, PA. - Price: $3.98. #3. Turkey Hill. - Address: 2 N Mountain Blvd, Mountain Top, PA. -...

Scranton, PA · 2d

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Lane restrictions scheduled Tuesday on I-380 northbound in Lackawanna County

DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Motorists traveling on Interstate 380 northbound in Lackawanna County should expect lane restrictions Tuesday, November 10, as crews perform bridge deck repairs. According to PennDOT, the right lane will be restricted between the Daleville/Moscow exit (Exit 19) and the Milford/Interstate 84 East exit (Exit...

Lackawanna County, PA · 2d

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Facing ‘space crisis,’ Scranton School District may use eminent domain to acquire former Penn Foster building

The Scranton School District wants to buy the former Penn Foster building — and is prepared to take it by eminent domain if necessary. Scranton school directors voted 7-2 Monday night to allow the district to use legal power to purchase the property for $2.2 million, its appraised value.

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Jessup Christmas House returns, lighting Winthrop Street nightly through Jan. 7

ARCHBALD, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — The holiday season is already shining bright in Lackawanna County, where the Jessup Christmas House is lighting up Winthrop Street with nearly 700 decorations, primarily nostalgic holiday blow molds. Homeowner Matt Somers began collecting holiday blow molds after moving from Scranton in 2019, finding...

Jessup, PA · 16h

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Scranton parish honors veterans at annual Mass and recognition program

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Divine Mercy Parish held its fourth annual Veterans Mass and recognition program Sunday, honoring veterans and remembering parish members who died during the past year. The Mass began at 5 p.m. at Divine Mercy Church, 320 Davis St. Father Paul McDonnel, pastor of the...

Scranton, PA · 2d

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Backyard Ale House hosting free Christmas breakfast

Backyard Ale House is hosting its 7th Annual Free Christmas Breakfast on Friday, December 25th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The free breakfast is for members of the community that are facing barriers this holiday season. The restaurant is asking for donations to help with the breakfast. It is...

Scranton, PA · 2d

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Local cross country runners fare well at PIAA state championships

NEWVILLE — All three local schools were well represented this past weekend at the 2026 PIAA state cross country championships. This year’s event was held at Big Spring High School in Newville on Saturday, Nov. 7 and attracted hundreds of elite runners from teams all across the Commonwealth. Western Wayne’s Kaitlyn Kloss and Honesdale’s Abby Kilker, along with June Brown and Kelcie Fillebrown of Wallenpaupack Area, led the charge in the girls Class AA race. More: Local runners dazzle at 2026 District 2 cross country championships Also by Kevin Edwards: Honesdale cross country teams host lone home meet of the season In addition, Paupack’s boys team qualified to compete as a unit and put together a Top 20 finish on the sport’s biggest stage. “States was amazing,” Paupack head coach Steven Brown said. “Our boys packed up better than they have all season, finishing with a 1-5 spread of only 25 seconds. The goal was to go for it together and they definitely did that.” On the dais June Brown has been a key contributor to Paupack’s girls cross country team for four years. On Saturday at Big Spring, Brown closed out her varsity career in stellar fashion. The battle-tested

Honesdale, PA · 1d

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City council considers rule changes on e-bikes

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As e-bikes become more common, Scranton City Council is looking at new rules aimed at improving safety. The proposed changes would restrict where e-bikes can be operated and how they are operated. The use of e-bikes is growing rapidly in many communities, including in Scranton. Many people, especially those who […]

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'The Office' star to return to Scranton for book signing

'The Office' star to visit Everhart Museum exhibition in Scranton for book signing. Brian Baumgartner is heading back to Scranton, where his character, Kevin Malone, worked on NBC's “The Office." As one of his first stops on his upcoming book tour, the actor will visit Everhart Museum’s “The Office...

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