Woman Arrested For Fraudulently Registering 55 Vehicles
A Northeastern Pennsylvania woman is facing charges after allegedly using someone else’s identity to register 55 vehicles. Police say 53 year old Maritza Cruz of Scranton, worked at a title and tag business and fraudulently registered the cars, leading to traffic tickets for the victim.
Read MoreFlames In Monroe County Claim 71 Year Old Man
A tragic fire in Monroe County claimed one life on Tuesday. A 71-year-old man died in a house fire yesterday on Long Mountain Road in Polk Township. Fire crews responded around 11:30am. The State Police Fire Marshal is investigating the cause, and an autopsy is set for today.
Read MoreDiocese Of Scranton Shuts Down One Of The Area’s Oldest Catholic Churches Amid Dwindling Attendance
One of the oldest Catholic churches in the Diocese of Scranton will close its doors forever this summer after more than a century of service. The Diocese of Scranton announced the closure of Nativity of Our Lord Church in Scranton, citing dwindling attendance and shifting pastoral needs. The church’s operations will move to Sacred Hearts […]
Read MoreLehigh Valley Health Network Adds K9 Protection
Lehigh Valley Health Network is enhancing security with the addition of two K-9s trained to detect firearms and other threats. The dogs will rotate through various campuses, including Lehigh Valley Hospital Pocono, providing an extra layer of safety for staff and patients.
Read MorePike County Man Facing Indecent Charges Involving Minor
A 67-year-old man from Pike County faces multiple charges, including indecent assault of a minor. Authorities say Joseph Aversa abused a child over five years, starting in 2019. He was arrested after an investigation and is now in jail on $250,000 bail, with a preliminary hearing set for today.
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Change That SNAP Pin
Pennsylvania’s Department of Human Services is urging SNAP recipients to change their PINs monthly to protect against fraud. That comes after an increase in skimming devices targeting EBT cards. It is also recommended that you check for signs of tampering at card readers.
Read MoreFormer Theater Manager Charged With Theft
The former business manager of the Ritz Theater in Scranton is facing theft charges after allegedly stealing over $74,000. Investigators say 48 year old James Olecki used a company debit card for unauthorized transactions. Olecki was terminated, and he now faces legal action.
Read MoreBlooming Grove Man Charged In Child Sex Abuse Case
A Blooming Grove Township man has been charged with downloading and sharing child sexual abuse images. The arrest of 25-year-old Christian Snyder was announced following a tip from a national hotline. Snyder is now being held behind bars, and is awaiting a hearing.
Read MoreMore Scams Reported Locally
Scammers are targeting E-ZPass users with fake text messages claiming unpaid tolls. The texts ask recipients to click a link to pay, but experts warn it’s a “smishing” scam designed to steal personal and financial information. E-ZPass never texts payment requests. If you receive such a message, delete it and don’t click those links!
Read MoreLake Harmony Man Headed To Prison For Decades For Producing Child Porn
A Carbon County man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for producing child pornography. 19 year old Ignacio Salcido-Lopez of Lake Harmony, was convicted after creating hundreds of explicit images involving two young children he was babysitting between December 2023 and January 2024.
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