Diocese 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 MoreEast Stroudsburg Man Facing Possible Life In Prison
A Monroe County man has been indicted on drug trafficking charges for possessing over 500 grams of methamphetamine and cocaine. 43 year old Eli Calero of East Stroudsburg, faces a maximum sentence of life in prison if convicted.
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.
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