13 Year Old Bike Rider Hit By Car In Scranton
A 13-year-old boy is recovering after being hit by a car while riding his bicycle on Schlager Avenue in Scranton around 2:30 p.m. Tuesday. The boy’s family reports he is alert but bruised and is being treated at the hospital. Scranton police are investigating the crash, but the driver will not face charges.
Read MoreArmed Robber At Large In Wilkes Barre
Wilkes-Barre Township Police are asking for public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an armed robbery at the Dollar General on Kidder Street. On Friday at approximately 9:08 p.m., a man entered the cash room office while employees were counting cash. Brandishing two firearms, he demanded money before fleeing on foot towards Ollie’s Bargain […]
Read MoreMan Charged With Setting Fire To Lackawanna County Government Center
A 35-year-old man is facing serious charges after allegedly setting fire to the Lackawanna County Government Center. Scranton Police responded to reports of smoke inside the building, prompting an evacuation during a meeting. Surveillance footage identified Paul Howard Strope as the suspect. Authorities have charged Strope with arson, risking catastrophe, and reckless endangerment.
Read MoreScranton Police Arrest Man For Child Sexual Abuse
A man is behind bars following his arrest for alleged involvement in multiple cases of child sexual abuse. Scranton Police Special Victims Unit apprehended 26-year-old Marquis Richardson from New Jersey after investigations spanning six years. Richardson is accused of sexual assaults on children in two separate incidents in 2018, and a recent investigation in May […]
Read MoreFormer Scranton Mayor Jimmy Connors Dead At 77
Former Scranton Mayor Jimmy Connors has passed away at the age of 77. Connors served as the city’s mayor from 1990 to 2002, and he had an enduring impact on the city and its residents. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Read MoreHouse Of Horrors Investigation Widens In Wilkes Barre
In a chilling update to an ongoing investigation, new details have emerged about what police are calling a “House of Horrors” in Wilkes-Barre. The discovery of a woman’s body buried in the basement of a home on Carlisle Street in February has led to shocking revelations of torture and murder… all witnessed by an eight-year-old […]
Read MoreLackawanna County Hands Out $100K In Grants
Lackawanna County is stepping up support for local nonprofits and projects with $100,000 in grants, benefiting 20 organizations and projects with $5,000 each. The Community Re-Invest program aims to enhance open spaces, greenway trails, and recreational facilities, while also improving community services and infrastructure.
Read MoreWilkes Barre Police Incident
Police are continuing to investigate an incident in Wilkes-Barre. That investigation led to a heavy presence of law enforcement in the 100 block of Bowman Street. Police tape cordoned off the area as investigations moved forward. So far, details remain sparse, but it has been confirmed that one person sustained injuries during the incident.
Read MoreCyberattack Hobbles Car Dealers
Car dealerships across North America, including some local dealerships, are grappling with a significant computer outage after cyberattacks targeted CDK Global, a crucial software provider for auto dealers. The shutdown of CDK’s dealer management system has disrupted operations for about 15,000 dealerships, impacting transactions from car sales to parts purchases.
Read MoreAutopsy Reveals Cause Of Fatal Wayne County Accident
Wayne County Coroner Edward Howell has concluded that the driver of a dump truck, Brian Edwards, suffered a sudden heart attack while operating his vehicle, which then struck and fatally injured 72 year old James Martzen of Waymart in a Wayne County quarry last Wednesday. An autopsy confirmed Edwards’ death was due to acute sudden […]
Read MoreStabbing Under Investigation In Luzerne County
In Wilkes-Barre, police are investigating a stabbing incident on Old River Road. Two suspects attacked a 14-year-old in the early hours of Saturday morning, striking him with a gun and stabbing him in the back during a confrontation. The victim, whose injuries are not life-threatening, was hospitalized following the incident. The investigation is said to […]
Read MoreNo Injuries After Tree Falls On Scranton Porch
In Scranton, strong winds caused a large tree to crash onto a back porch along Luzerne Street, narrowly missing some residents. Eyewitnesses described hearing the tree crack and fall, but they say they are thankful that no one was injured, although the porch suffered damage. Wind speeds peaked at 47 miles per hour.
Read MoreFatal Crash In Luzerne County May Involve Alcohol
A tragic accident claimed the life of a 19-year-old in Luzerne County early Saturday morning. According to state police, the crash occurred at the intersection of Hunlock-Harveyville Road and Nevel Hollow Road around 4am. Alcohol is suspected to have played a role. 19 year old Tyler Mizell was driving the vehicle when it veered off […]
Read MoreTeen Admits Guilt In Scranton School Threat
A 16-year-old admitted to aggravated assault for planning a shooting at Scranton High School. Sihyar Dickerson of Wilkes-Barre, back in January, aimed to target rival gang members. Scranton police apprehended him near the school with a loaded firearm, triggering a lockdown. Dickerson’s sentencing is scheduled for September.
Read MoreClose Call At Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour
The Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour is back in action following a brief scare when 54 tourists and two staff members were trapped underground due to an electrical malfunction. It began around 1:45pm Monday, and it was resolved by 6:30pm. All 56 individuals safely exited using emergency protocols within ninety minutes, with no reported injuries.
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