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Overnight I-81 closures planned in Luzerne County for bridge work next week

DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Interstate 81 will close overnight in both directions next week as crews install beams on an Interstate 80 bridge over I-81, PennDOT said. Southbound I-81 will close from 8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, until 6 a.m. Tuesday. Northbound I-81 will close during the same hours Wednesday, Nov. 18, into Thursday morning. Traffic will be reduced to one lane from 4 to 8 p.m. before each closure.

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Pottsville Officials Highlight Redevelopment, Grants and City Improvements at Veterans Day Address

POTTSVILLE — City officials and state lawmakers gathered on the steps of Pottsville City Hall on Wednesday, Veterans Day, to outline redevelopment projects, infrastructure improvements and changes to municipal operations, emphasizing partnerships as a driving force behind the work. The November 11 gathering combined recognition of military veterans with a public update on the city’s progress and priorities. Mayor Tom Smith had invited residents, business owners and community partners to attend the address. Councilman Andy Wollyung hosted the program, which opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Master Sgt. Ed Maze, identified during the event as a 40-year U.S. Army veteran. Speakers included Smith, state Sen. David Argall, state Rep. Tim Twardzik, Pottsville Redevelopment Authority Chairman Bud Quandel and Councilman Jonathan Marsh. Wollyung said moving Pottsville forward requires looking beyond its past accomplishments and building relationships across government and the community. “A great history is a foundation, not a destination,” Wollyung said. “It’s easy to look back and tell a story of what Pottsville was. It’s harder and far more important to decide what Pottsville will be.” More Than $5 Million in Active Grant Projects Smith framed the city’s efforts around projects, programs and partners, while acknowledging that securing

Pottsville, PA · 1d

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Woman arrested after armed TV robbery, 90 mph chase

WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A woman was arrested Wednesday after police said she stole a 65-inch TV from a Best Buy at gunpoint and led police on a high-speed chase. Jasmyne Destiny Rakochy, 21, of Harding, was arrested Wednesday and faces several charges, including robbery and fleeing police. Police said Rakochy brandished a […]

Luzerne County, PA · 2d

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Foster Mother Pleads Guilty, Will Testify Against Husband in Teen's Death

Foster Mother Pleads Guilty, Will Testify Against Husband in Teen's Death

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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Schuylkill County’s No. 1 Dog Contest Seeks School Spirit Photos

Schuylkill County dog owners are invited to show off their pups’ school pride for a chance to win a free 2027 annual dog license and the title of “Schuylkill County’s #1 Dog.” County Treasurer Linda Yeich announced that the Treasurer’s Office is accepting photo contest entries through November 20, 2026 . This year’s theme is “School Spirit Dogs.” How to Enter the School Spirit Dogs Contest Owners are encouraged to dress their dogs in school colors or use props to show support for a Schuylkill County school. Photos can celebrate an owner’s alma mater or the school district where they currently live. To enter, email a photo to abensinger@schuylkillcountypa.gov with the following information: Owner’s name Dog’s name Address Phone number Valid email address Entries missing required information will not be accepted. The Treasurer’s Office said addresses, phone numbers and email addresses will not be shared. Eligibility: Dogs must be currently registered and have a valid annual license to enter. Dogs with lifetime licenses are not eligible. Voting Dates and Prizes Facebook voting will take place November 21 through November 28, 2026 . Winners will be announced Monday, November 30, 2026 . One regular annual license and one senior annual license

Schuylkill County, PA · 2d

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Mohegan Arena to host 2 community holiday events

WILKES-BARRE TWP. — The Mohegan Arena will again be the site of two longstanding holiday projects. At Wednesday’s meeti

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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Former Lehigh County DA Jim Martin says he tried to investigate APD officer Jason Krasley years before he was charged

ALLENTOWN, Pa. - Did the Lehigh County District Attorney's office know about criminal allegations involving former Allentown Police Department Vice Officer Jason Krasley years before he was charged?. This is a claim made by the former prosecutor in the case, who is at the center of an ongoing motion to...

Lehigh County, PA · 1d

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Jim Thorpe train excursions to resume following rockslide in Nesquehoning

It's a welcome sight for visitors in Jim Thorpe on Friday afternoon, a Reading and Northern diesel train car back at the station for an all-day excursion in the borough after a two-week hiatus. A rockslide along Route 209 in Carbon County fell onto the train tracks on Halloween, canceling...

Jim Thorpe, PA · 1d

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It's playoff time in the 570: Previewing high school football championships across NEPA

FOX56's Bob Ide joins WVIA's Roger DuPuis in the podcast studio with high school football championships at the top of the agenda this week. "It's playoff time in the 570 -- things are going so far so good for most teams," Bob says. "Not too many upsets, but things will definitely get more difficult now as the games get harder, teams get better."

Schuylkill County, PA · 1d

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No charges filed as Butler Township shooting investigation continues

BUTLER TWP., LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — No charges have been filed in a shooting investigation on Edge Rock Drive, Pennsylvania State Police said in a brief update Friday. Troopers responded around 6:27 p.m. Nov. 10 to assist Butler Township police. State Police Troop N’s Criminal Investigation Unit took over the case and is investigating with the Luzerne County District Attorney’s Office.

Butler, PA · 1d

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Did You Know Pennsylvania Has A Natural Rock Field Where Boulders Stretch 16 Acres Without A Tree?

Sixteen acres of bare boulders sit in the middle of a Pennsylvania forest, and not one tree grows among them. Some of those rocks stretch up to 26 feet long. The field is so flat and so empty of soil that it looks like someone paved a clearing with giant stones.

Pennsylvania · 2d

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Residents seek council response to lawsuit tied to Lehigh Street development

Residents looking for a response from borough council about a lawsuit connected to the controversial 102 Lehigh St. development left the Nov. 2 meeting without answers, as council members did not comment on the litigation despite repeated calls from audience members to do so. The lawsuit was filed by Donald...

Lehigh County, PA · 2d

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PennDOT warns drivers about snow squalls; NEPA has seen massive pileups over the years

MONTOURSVILLE, LYCOMING CO. (WOLF) — PennDOT is urging drivers to use caution as winter weather could bring snow squalls, blowing snow and icy roads to parts of northern Pennsylvania. Snow squalls can quickly cover roads and sharply reduce visibility, sometimes with little warning. If the National Weather Service issues...

Schuylkill County, PA · 2d

Lehigh Daily

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Allentown and Bethlehem police open 2027 hiring rounds

Police in the Lehigh Valley's two largest cities are taking applications for new officers, with Allentown's window closing Monday, Dec. 14, and Bethlehem's on Monday, Jan. 4, 2027. The post Allentown and Bethlehem police open 2027 hiring rounds appeared first on LehighDaily.com .

Allentown, PA · 2d

WBRE

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First snowfall touches down in Northeast Pennsylvania

(WBRE/WYOU) — The first snow of the season has arrived in the higher elevations of northeastern Pennsylvania Friday, giving us a good inch or two of snow. Nov. 13 marks the first measurable snowfall of the season for some communities in our area. The conditions in Mountain Top along Route 309, where snow started falling […]

Blakeslee, PA · 1d

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Helping Harvest gears up for a busy weekend amid growing local food insecurity

SPRING TWP., Pa. - Food insecurity in Berks and Schuylkill counties is at its highest levels in nearly a century, and Helping Harvest food bank is gearing up for a busy weekend of donations and distributions. "Right now, we're in the biggest food insecurity crisis we've seen since The Great...

Berks County, PA · 1d

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Blue Mountain Girls Advance to PIAA Soccer Quarterfinals; Boys Fall to Holy Ghost Prep

Blue Mountain's girls soccer team advanced to the 2026 PIAA Class 3A quarterfinals with a 2-1 victory over Conrad Weiser on November 10. The Blue Mountain boys' season ended with an 8-1 loss to Holy Ghost Prep in the first round. Blue Mountain PIAA Soccer Results: November 10, 2026 2026 PIAA Class 3A first-round soccer results Division Final Score Class 3A Girls Blue Mountain 2 , Conrad Weiser 1 Class 3A Boys Holy Ghost Prep 8 , Blue Mountain 1 Blue Mountain vs. Radnor: Girls Soccer State Quarterfinals Blue Mountain will face Radnor in the PIAA Class 3A girls soccer quarterfinals. The game is scheduled to take place at Emmaus High School at 12:00pm on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

Schuylkill Haven, PA · 2d

WFMZ-TV Online

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New Jersey compounding pharmacy working to pick up where another has left off in Lehigh County

GREENWICH TWP., N.J.- A compounding pharmacy with operations in Warren County is working to get essential medicines back inside hospitals. In September, Quva Pharma announced it had acquired a range of medications from Central Admixture Pharmacy Services (CAPS), a B. Braun subsidiary that has exited the 503B compounding business. Quva,...

Lehigh County, PA · 1d

Times Leader

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Luzerne County provides statistic on voided general election ballots

In last week’s Nov. 3 general election, 1,393 Luzerne County polling place ballots were voided, which could occur for a variety of reaso

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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A Fresh Coat: Bringing New Life to Homes and Businesses in McAdoo

In the world of home improvement, few transformations are as immediately gratifying as a fresh coat of paint. For Brian Fitzgerald, the founder of B. Fitzgerald Painting, this transformation is not just about aesthetics; it’s about breathing new life into spaces. Celebrating over two decades in the business, Fitzgerald has turned his passion for painting into a trusted local establishment in McAdoo, Pennsylvania. His company, which began 21 years ago, has grown to offer a wide range of services from simple wall paint to complex drywall repairs and epoxy floorings.

Mcadoo, PA · 1d