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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.

Scranton, PA · 18h

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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. -...

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Eight Pennsylvania Bars Serving Wings Locals Say Beat Anything In Buffalo

Buffalo gets the credit for inventing the chicken wing, but Pennsylvania has quietly built a wing scene that can hold its own. From Pittsburgh to Philadelphia, neighborhood bars are tossing wings in sauces that range from classic hot to flavors you have never heard of. Some spots offer more than...

Pennsylvania · 2d

WOLF

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 · 1d

WBRE

Heavy police activity in front of Wilkes-Barre restaurant

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Multiple police units are investigating an incident in front of a restaurant in a Wilkes-Barre shopping plaza. Police have been investigating in front of Caribbean Paradise in the 1400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue since 10:15 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9. Information is limited at this time. Police have taped off a […]

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 1d

WBRE

Suspect arrested after sword attack at Caribbean Paradise

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Questions remain after a wild attack in Wilkes-Barre Monday morning. An eyewitness told 28/22 News the owner of Caribbean Paradise on South Pennsylvania Avenue was unloading his truck when the suspect asked him if the store was open. We’re told the owner responded that the restaurant was not open yet. […]

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 1d

WBRE

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 […]

Scranton, PA · 8h

WOLF

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...

WBRE

Details released after sword attack on restaurant owner

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Details released on the Caribbean Paradise owner being attacked with a sword before the suspect locked himself in the restaurant. On Nov. 9, officers were called to Caribbean Paradise in Wilkes-Barre for a report of an assault where the suspect was in possession of a sword. The owner said he […]

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 12h

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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...

WBRE

No. 4 Scranton defeats Misericordia 60-50 on the road

DALLAS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The nationally ranked University of Scranton Lady Royals clawed their way to a 60-50 win over the Misericordia Cougars for their first road test of the season. Early on, Morgan Janeski finding space and knocking down a three. The Wyoming area grad finished with 13 points in Monday’s game. Lady […]

'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...

Scranton, PA · 13h

Times Leader

Briefing on Luzerne County bridges scheduled for Tuesday

An update presentation on Luzerne County-owned bridges is scheduled during Tuesday’s County Council work session, the agenda said.

Luzerne, PA · 1d

Times Leader

‘The Last Thoughts of Gino Merli’ returns for Veterans Day performances

If you’ve ever heard the name Gino Merli, perhaps you know the late veteran received a Medal of Honor for his service during World War I

Scranton, PA · 2d

WBRE

Jenkins Township neighbors fear for health amid foul odor

JENKINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The issue of strong odors and black gunk continues on Westminster Road in Jenkins Township again this week. Fire crews were in the neighborhood Sunday night conducting testing on the area’s sewer system. Neighbors say the odors worsened from Sunday into Monday. David Slevenski and his family moved into […]

Jenkins Township, PA · 7h

Times Leader

‘My Jersey, Your Impact’ honors teachers at Wyoming Valley West

Wyoming Valley West High School football players recently honored faculty members through the “My Jersey, Your Impact” program. Ea

Wyoming, PA · 2d

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Philadelphia Freedom presents ELTON VS. BILLY, returns to the F.M. Kirby Center

WILKES-BARRE, PA – It’s Rocket Man vs. Piano Man as Philadelphia Freedom presents ELTON VS. BILLY returns to the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre, PA, on Saturday, February 6th, 2026, at 7:30 P.M. During the event, exciting Elton John tribute Philadelphia Freedom and Danny V from Billy Joel tribute the 52nd Street Band will play songs from both iconic artists. The show will also feature special guests Tori V & The Karma.

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 1d

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Weis Markets Snaps Up Former Offset Paperback Plant in Dallas Twp. for $12.5M

Weis Markets has paid $12.5 million for the sprawling former Offset Paperback manufacturing facility in Dallas Township, more than doubling what the previous owner paid for the site just last year. The deal closed quietly in late October, and so far, nobody outside the company is saying what the Sunbury-based grocer intends to build there.

Luzerne County, PA · 2d

Times Leader