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Two arrested, cocaine seized after joint investigation

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say two men have been arrested after a joint drug sale investigation seized cocaine and more than $10,000. 38-year-old Jeremy J. Cruz and 19-year-old Nelson Thomas Cruz, both of Scranton, were arrested following a joint investigation on Nov. 10. According to the criminal complaints, investigators recovered a handgun with […]

Scranton, PA · 9h

WOLF

Harding woman arrested after armed robbery, high-speed police chase

WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A Harding woman is facing charges after allegedly stealing a television from a Best Buy and threatening an employee with what turned out to be a replica firearm before leading police on a high-speed chase. Wilkes-Barre Township Police allege Jasmyne Rakochy, 21, stole...

Harding, PA · 2h

WBRE

Man found dead in Susquehanna River identified as missing man

PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Luzerne County Coroner’s Office and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) were called to Route 11 near the Susquehanna River Tuesday morning for a death investigation. A representative from the coroner’s office said they were called to the scene around 9:15 a.m. Tuesday. PSP identified Keenan Saniatan, 39, of […]

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

WOLF

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 · 10h

WBRE

Man faces charges after police intercepted drug deal

WILKES-BARRE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — While investigating a stolen car, police said they intercepted a drug deal that led to various drugs being seized and charges filed. On Nov. 5, officers were conducting surveillance on a stolen vehicle parked in Wilkes Barre Township, outside a residence on Church Street where suspected drug activity in […]

Wilkes-Barre Township, PA · 12h

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 · 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.

Scranton, 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

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 · 2d

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Man arrested on DUI charge in Hanover Township

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, PA — A 43-year-old man was arrested on charges of recklessly endangering another person and driving under the influence of alcohol following a motor vehicle accident on W. Saint Mary’s Road. Jeremiah Smith, of Pennsylvania, was taken into custody by the Hanover Township Police Department on...

Hanover Township, PA · 2d

WOLF

Wednesday: No parking on Main Street from East Columbus Street to Kridlo Bridge, Pittston

PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Parking restrictions will be in place Wednesday along Main Street in Pittston as crews prepare to repaint parking spaces following a major repaving project in October. City officials say parking will be prohibited along Main Street from East Columbus Street to the Kridlo Bridge...

Pittston, PA · 1d

Times Leader

Pittston native Chris ‘Motionless’ Cerulli shares his journey from NEPA to international fame

PITTSTON — There have been a lot of people who put Pittston and Greater Pittston on the map over time, some famous and some infamous, bu

Pittston, PA · 2d

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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 · 1d

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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.

Scranton, PA · 19h

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 · 3d

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Moonlit Market keeping the Halloween spirit alive in Luzerne County

SHAVERTOWN, Pa. — The Moonlit Market kicked off along Carverton Road in Shavertown near Kava Korner. The event featured a variety of crafts, jewelers, and even adoptable pets from the SPCA. Organizers say the event was free for both the public and vendors. "We try to do a lot...

Shavertown, 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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Wake Up Early For 8 Pennsylvania Bakeries That Rival Any Parisian Patisserie

Ready to find the best bakeries in Pennsylvania that could make even a French chef jealous?. These 8 bakeries serve up fresh-baked goods and sweet treats that’ll have you jumping out of bed!. 1. Stock’s Bakery (Philadelphia) Some bakeries just feel like home the moment you walk in.

Pennsylvania · 2d

Times Leader

Strong defense key as Wyoming Area field hockey wins state opener

PLAINS TWP. — Tuesday night’s state opener was a bit of a different style of game than Wyoming Area encountered in the team’

Wyoming, PA · 1d

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