Month: April 2024

State News

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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Local Employees On Cereal Boxes

Employees from a Shoprite store in Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, are being honored with a special edition box of Cheerios for their efforts in fighting hunger. They raised over $47,000 as part of the annual ShopRite Partners in Caring Cheerios Contest.

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St. Luke’s Expands

St. Luke’s University Health Network celebrates the grand opening of its expanded campus in Monroe County, featuring a new hospital wing with 36 inpatient beds and enhanced patient services. The expansion aims to meet the growing healthcare needs of the community while providing convenient access to quality care.

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Lots Of Trash Collected

The Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau reports a staggering achievement: over 40,000 bags of trash have been collected. With 500 volunteers spanning 40 locations and 169 miles, 1,041 bags were gathered. Families, businesses, and organizations united under the Pick Up the Poconos initiative. As efforts continue, the Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau encourages participation to maintain the […]

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Government Penalizes PA Food Producer

Hanover Foods, a major food production company, faces significant penalties from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration for exposing employees to hazardous chemicals at its Centre Hall plant. The company has 15 days to address the citations or contest them through OSHA’s processes.

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Kohberger Defense Strategy Revealed

Newly-released court documents in the Bryan Kohberger murder case shed light on the defense’s strategy, including plans to survey potential jurors ahead of trial. The defense seeks to gauge community sentiment in Latah County, Idaho, where the trial is set to take place. The case involves the Pocono native and the brutal murder of four […]

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PSU Football Player Arrested

Penn State’s star linebacker Abdul Carter is facing charges after being accused of assaulting a tow truck driver last month in State College. The investigation into the alleged incident is ongoing.

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