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Pre-demolition work begins on Water Street Bridge connecting Pittston and West Pittston
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Work has begun on the pre-demolition process of the Water Street Bridge. The bridge closed in August 2021 following a failed in-depth inspection due to structural issues. Both bridges between Pittston and West Pittston will be replaced. "Well, I think at the end of...
T-shirt fundraiser for Irish dancer battling cancer
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Passion is what draws students to the Joyce School of Irish Dance in Pittston. It’s the dance forms, friends, and fun that build a family and keep dancers around for decades, even if it’s on the sidelines, like graduate dancer Nyah Kubilus. Smiles and stories are shared all around. Catching […]
The Pittston Tomato Festival • August 15-18 • Downtown Pittston
Thousands are expected for the highly anticipated four day event. More than 40 years ago, Pittston Community Leaders and local gardeners collaborated to create this unique event which features delicious food such as homemade ravioli, eggplant rollatini, pizza, sausage and peppers, tripe, bruschetta, chicken scampi, cannoli and gelato. Live entertainment, a parade, an annual Tomato contest, spaghetti eating contest, 5K run and arts and crafts are also a big part of the festival. A Little Miss and Little Mr. Tomato contest is also held for children ages 2-6. The 5K run takes place on August 18 at 8 a.m. The 3.1 mile course includes downtown Pittston, the Fort Jenkins Bridge, West Pittston and the Water Street Bridge. The parade, which also takes place on Saturday, includes a route that is approximately two miles long. Visit www.Pittstontomatofestival.info.
Death of body found in wooded area ruled homicide
HAZLE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — The death of a body found in a wooded area near the Hazleton High School on Wednesday has been ruled a homicide. According to the Luzerne County District Attorney's Office, Pennsylvania State Police were investigating several tips and had been patrolling the area on foot when a body was located around noon.
Investigators slam Bill Barr for "unusual" statement that lent false credence to Trump fraud claims
Former Attorney General Bill Barr was personally involved in the decision to release a misleading Justice Department statement on the eve of the 2020 election, falsely claiming there was voter fraud because nine mail-in ballots for Donald Trump were found discarded in a dumpster in Pennsylvania, according to an inspector general’s report released Thursday, CNN reported.
Shelter impact on the recent homeless camp removal in Luzerne County
WILKES-BARRE LUZERNE COUNTY— One of the agencies tells 28/22 News it was prepared to take in any of the homeless looking for shelter after being displaced from Kirby Park. 28/22 News reporter Gianna Galli joins us live in Wilkes-Barre now with how Ruth’s Place has prepared, and ways the community can help out too. Even […]
Police: Scranton man sold drugs from Garfield Avenue home
SCRANTON — Police found crack cocaine at a city man's residence Thursday, according to a criminal complaint. Menerson Hildago-Peralta, 26, of 111 North Garfield Ave., is charged with possession with intent to deliver, possession of drug paraphernalia and other related charges. Following an investigation that involved intercepted communication and...
First "Harris for President" Event Held in NEPA
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — “We are here to celebrate our new nominee, Kamala Harris,” says Scranton Mayor, Paige Cognetti. Friday, Democrats kicked off the Harris for President’s first northeastern Pennsylvania event. Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti, Lackawanna County Commissioner Bill Gaughan, State Representative Bridget Kosierowski, and...
Scranton awards $85,000 in grants to support local veterans' services
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY(WOLF) — Through Scranton’s 2024 operating budget, the city was able to award a total of $85,000 in grants for veterans’ services to six organizations on Thursday. The city accepted community center grant applications in March and April. Mayor Paige Cognetti says she enjoys supporting...
Lackawanna Blind Association hosts annual summer picnic
SCRANTON, Pa. — The Lackawanna Blind Association hosted their Annual Summer Picnic Thursday afternoon at McDade Park in Scranton. Low vision and visually-impaired individuals and their families were invited to enjoy a delicious outdoor lunch. The weather turned out perfect. Stormtracker 16 Meteorologist Jeremy Lewan was the guest speaker...
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