Month: April 2024

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Business Owners Fed Up With Delays Surrounding Highway Re-Opening

The closure of Route 611 due to a landslide continues to wreak havoc on local businesses in Monroe and Northampton Counties. With visitor traffic dwindling, shops in Delaware Water Gap are struggling to stay afloat, prompting concerns from business owners who are now urging PennDOT and the National Park Service to expedite the reconstruction process […]

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State Police Investigating Stolen Fuel

Nearly $5,000 worth of gasoline was stolen from a Carbon County truck stop last week. Pennsylvania State Police reported that 1200 gallons of diesel fuel were taken from the Onvo Travel Plaza in White Haven. Surveillance footage captured a white box truck and later a white utility-style pickup truck involved in the theft. The investigation […]

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Lanternflies Hatching Now

Warm weather is spurring a spotted lanternfly invasion. With eggs already hatching, the invasive pests pose a threat to local vegetation. Experts urge squashing any lanternflies spotted and scraping off egg masses to prevent further infestation.

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Watch Out For Motorcycles

As warm weather beckons, motorcycle enthusiasts take to the roads in Pennsylvania. Yet, with over 3,000 motorcycle crashes in 2022, safety remains paramount. Experts underscore the importance of well-maintained bikes and protective gear. Mirrors, helmets, and proper tires are essential and staying alert is crucial for all road users.

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Monroe County Man Arrested On Child Porn Charges

A Monroe County man faces child pornography charges following an investigation. 50 year old Andrew Lilly of Pocono Lake, had over 100 illicit images on seized devices, according to Pocono Mountain Regional Police. He’s now in custody in Monroe County, being held without bail pending a May 7 hearing.

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New Pocono Pickleball Courts

Brevard County’s waterways are a major attraction, but abandoned or damaged boats tarnish the conditions. With derelict vessels becoming a growing concern, the county has allocated $150,000 in tourist development tax revenue to fund cleanup efforts. Each removal, costs around $7,000, and is a complex process. While the county attempts to locate boat owners, identification […]

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Pedestrian Safety Measures Launched

On Friday, PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll announced over $49.5 million in investments for 55 projects across Pennsylvania, improving pedestrian access, trails, and public transit. Projects include creating pedestrian and bicycle routes, enhancing sidewalks, and upgrading school zone safety measures. The investments aim to foster safer, more connected communities statewide.

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Pike County Man Arrested – Grandmother Stabbed To Death

A chilling incident in Pike County, where George F. Sisco is accused of stabbing his grandmother, believing she was the devil. Police say he then her body ablaze, claiming he had to “kill the devil.” Sisco told state troopers that he saw his grandmother “putting flea medication on her cat Friday morning, which he believed […]

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Wayne County Fire

Firefighters were called out to battle a blaze in Wayne County over the weekend. According to reports, flames broke out just after 8pm Sunday along J and J Road in Salem Township… that’s near Hamlin. Crews from both Wayne and Lackawanna Counties responded, and remained on scene for several hours. No other details have yet […]

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PPL Settlement In Billing Issue Complaints

After receiving complaints from customers, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has revised its proposed settlement with PPL Electric Utilities over billing issues. The settlement includes requiring PPL to contribute $1 million to its hardship fund and provide more detailed reporting on billing problems.

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