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Suspending local law enforcement in Girardville
GIRARDVILLE, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Last month, people living in a Schuylkill County borough put pen to paper and voted on the fate of their police force. On Wednesday, the results of that vote were made public, will they keep their police department or dissolve it? Just a month ago, Girardville residents weighed the pros and cons of keeping their local police station and...
Sneak peek at bridges to connect Pittston, West Pittston
WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — We get our first peek at what two bridges connecting Pittston and West Pittston could look like in a few years when they are replaced and repaired. PennDOT showed off designs for those in the communities to get a feel for what they can expect when it comes time to build. After Wednesday's meeting, it's clear that this project is way more than...
One dead in Schuylkill County ATV crash
ASHLAND, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Schuylkill County Coroner David Moylan confirms one is dead after an ATV crash in Ashland Wednesday night. Officials say just before 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, crews were called to the 300 block of North Ninth Street for a reported ATV rollover. Authorities say the Schuylkill County Coroner was called to the scene. Victim identified in deadly...
Buffalo Valley Regional Police's vehicle fleet down by one cruiser
LEWISBURG — One of the cruisers for Buffalo Valley Regional Police is not in working order.
Mifflinburg Area students have their art on display, for sale at 45W gallery
MIFFLINBURG — Art students in Mifflinburg Area School District have an opportunity in May to display and sell their artwork at a local gallery.
Northumberland County DA tells state panel there's a need for more addiction, mental health services
HARRISBURG — Northumberland County and Pennsylvania need more programs and resources for people with addiction and mental health issues.
Shikellamy school board directors dispute teachers union claims on negotations
SUNBURY — Shikellamy School District directors dispute teachers union claims the district has canceled negotiation sessions without proper notice. The board also blamed the Pennsylvania State Education Association for having the teachers put pressure on the school board, according to a release by the majority of the school board.
Pa. bill seeking age verification for social media passes state House, moves to Senate
HARRISBURG — Anyone under age 16 would need parental consent to open a social media account under the terms of a legislative proposal that narrowly passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives on Wednesday with bipartisan support.
Bill targeting distracted drivers passes, moves to governor’s office
HARRISBURG — It was a winding path for a legislative proposal to crack down on distracted driving but this week, the Pennsylvania General Assembly finalized a bill intended to encourage motorists to focus on the road and not their phones.
Northumberland Borough Fire Police look to buy bulletproof vests
NORTHUMBERLAND — A representative of the Northumberland Borough Fire Police on Tuesday night asked borough council to request a Degenstein Foundation grant to cover the purchase of six bulletproof vests.
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SUV buries self in house; driver airlifted to GMC
MIFFLINVILLE — A 20-year-old lost control of his SUV, which buried itself in a house early Thursday...
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MIFFLINVILLE -- A 20-year-old lost control of his SUV, which buried itself in a house early Thursday, trapping the...
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Woman stuck in SUV in Berwick
BERWICK -- A car smashed into an SUV on Market Street Thursday, sending both drivers to Geisinger Medical Center...
Police search for identity of shirtless prowling suspect
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are looking for a man who allegedly caused a...
Service a solemn remembrance
Local congregation observes Yom HaShoah for Jews killed in Holocaust
BLOOMSBURG -- The Beth Israel Congregation observed Yom HaShoah Sunday evening as they prayed, read poetry and lit...
Statehouse race still in limbo
WILKES-BARRE -- It appears the tight race between Mike Cabell and Jamie Walsh for the GOP nomination for the state...
Bridge preservation project to start in Bloomsburg
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced...
Police: Pair teamed up to steal sex toy
‘Viceroy Max’ taken from Route 11 store
Press Enterprise staff report BRIAR CREEK -- Two men from Lewisburg worked together to steal a sex toy from the...
Woman ‘critical’ after crash, according to the State Police
ORANGE TOWNSHIP — A two-vehicle accident here sent a woman to the hospital in...
Director: Library staffer revived OD victim
BLOOMSBURG -- A member of the Bloomsburg Public Library staff saved a woman who police say overdosed in the...