Day: January 28, 2025

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Public Outcry Building To Strip Biden’s Name From Scranton Highways

In Scranton, discussions are underway on a proposal to restore the original name of the Central Scranton Expressway, removing its current name which refers to former President Joe Biden. The change follows public outcry over Biden’s commutation of former judge Michael Conahan’s sentence.

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Avian Flu Detected In Lehigh County Poultry Flock

The first case of avian influenza in domestic poultry for 2025 has been confirmed at a Lehigh County farm. A 50,000-bird flock tested positive. Authorities have quarantined the farm and are taking steps to prevent further spread, though they stress that there is no risk to public health.

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UGI Files For Rate Hike

UGI Utilities has filed a request for a $110.4 million rate increase, affecting residential, commercial, and industrial customers. If approved, residential bills could rise by 10.8%, with the new rates potentially taking effect this coming October, just in time for the heating season.

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Early Peek At Groundhog Day

While we certainly don’t know what the groundhog will decide, we do know… sort of anyway… what the forecast for Punxsutawney is for Groundhog Day. It shows a 30% chance of rain and/or snow. The high temperature is expected to reach 36 degrees, and cloudy skies could signal an early spring.

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Starving & Forcing Teens Outside Naked Results In Charges Against Couple

A Lehigh County couple is facing charges after police say they starved their teenage sons and forced them to leave the house naked in freezing temperatures. The disturbing case led to their arrest on Monday, and the whole thing remains under investigation.

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Pike County Judge Facing Charges

A Pike County judge faces charges of indecent assault, harassment, and disorderly conduct. The charges stem from an alleged incident in August at a Milford barber shop, where Paul Menditto reportedly kissed an employee without consent.

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Federal Grant Will Expedite & Track Sexual Assault Kits

Pennsylvania has received a $2.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to establish a statewide sexual assault kit tracking system. The new system aims to improve transparency and reduce backlogs, ensuring survivors’ evidence is tracked throughout the process.

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