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Borys Krawczeniuk, The Times-Tribune, Scranton, Pa. Sep. 26—The Lackawanna County Prison's new internal investigator is gone after fewer than three weeks on the job. The county Prison Board made Joseph Harris' departure official last week by voting "not to retain" him. In an email, county spokesman Joe D'Arienzo said Harris no longer worked for the county as of Aug. 21.

In this article, we're exploring three standout pizza joints in Dickson City. Have you had the chance to taste their offerings yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts! Feel free to drop your comments below.

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Thanks to a non-profit in Lackawanna County, those experiencing homelessness in Scranton won’t struggle when it comes to finding access to showers. “Homelessness doesn’t just affect one person, it affects everyone,” said Lasha Wyman-Klein. Helping those in need and ending the stigma surrounding homelessness, it’s an everyday effort for those […]

DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Officers conducted speeding enforcement on Business Route 6 in Dickson City resulting in 22 drivers being cited. According to the Dickson City Police Department, on Wednesday morning a speed enforcement operation was conducted on Business Route 6 that included Pennsylvania State Police troopers. The enforcement began at 6:30 a.m. […]

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is being accused of abandoning a 3-year-old in a car as he tried to run from multiple police responding to a chase. According to the Scranton Police Department, on Friday around 7:00 p.m., state police pulled over a car on the McDade Expressway that was weaving in between […]

EXETER, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Two people are locked up after reportedly attempting to steal cooking oil from the Pizza Loven in Exeter, police have announced. According to Wyoming Area Regional Police, on Wednesday at around 2:53 a.m., officers in Exeter observed a white van that fit the description of a vehicle involved in piror cooking oil thefts in the area.

PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two men entered D’s Diner in Plains Township in the early hours on Monday morning in an attempt to steal the skills machines in the back of the restaurant. Around 2:00 a.m. on Monday, September 25, two white men entered D’s Diner in the 580 block of East Main […]

EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — Officials announced a man was arrested and charged after they said he sent threatening text messages alleging murder. According to Wayne County District Attorney A.G. Howell, John Russo, 35, of Scranton, sent a victim two threatening text messages. One message read “I’m going to kill u,” while the other message read […]

Dickson City, Lackawanna Co. — Police in Dickson City rescued a 4-year-old from getting strangled by a car’s seatbelt yesterday. Police responded to this parking lot off of Main Street where they found a preschool-aged-child with 2 seatbelts around her neck. “Got right to the backseat, found that...

The Bristol Township Police Department's search for Andria Downey, who, along with her two children, went missing on Tuesday evening, ended with the three found safe with family in Falls. Here are the physical descriptions of Andria Downey and her children. What does Andria Downey look like ...

According to the DOT website, the eastbound ramp to Exit 2 on the roadway was closed as of 10 a.m. in Hanover Township Tuesday, Sept. 27. This is a developing story. Check back for more. to follow Daily Voice Morris and receive free news updates.

WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police continue to investigate a credit card skimming scam at a local big box retailer. It could potentially affect hundreds of people, and the police need victims to come forward. With the holiday season coming up, becoming a victim of a scam is more likely. Investigators working on the […]

PA live! (WBRE) — Wednesday on PA live!, Chris and Rachel spoke with Major Sharon Cupp from the Salvation Army Wilkes-Barre Corps. The Salvation Army is partnering with 28/22 News for the annual Coats for Kids Drive, a NEPA’s Children First 28/22 initiative. On Wednesday, October 4, 2023,...

GLENBURN TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A driver was able to walk away after their vehicle rolled over in Lackawanna County. The SUV crashed just before 1:30 Tuesday morning on North Gravel Pond Road in Glenburn Township near Clarks Summit. There was only one vehicle involved and there were no injuries reported. Police have not […]

Scranton Fringe Festival takes the stage for its ninth year.

LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — Multiple fire crews were called to the scene at the former Cascades Tissue Group warehouse on Main Street in Ransom Township Tuesday afternoon. The fire started shortly after 1:30pm, when salvage crews working inside the building were cutting pipes. According to Newton Ransom Fire Chief John Stemphoski, sparks from the pipe cutting caught the insulation inside the roof, which started the fire.

MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Officers in Moosic are searching for suspects they say were involved in several vehicle break-ins in the area. According to Moosic police, the vehicle pictured was involved in vehicle break-ins on Sunday, Sept. 24 around 8 a.m. in the Greenwood section. Officers also said...

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A Scranton woman has been arrested on animal cruelty charges. Stephanie Ruzicka was charged after authorities found a neglected dog locked in a cage and two dead puppies in her residence. On Sept. 19, Scranton Animal Control responded to a call involving the discovery...