Day: March 19, 2024

Local News

9-1-1 Dispatchers Needed

Lackawanna County is facing a shortage of 911 dispatchers, with the 911 Center down about 30% of its full staff. Training classes are being organized to recruit more applicants to fill the vital roles. If you’re interested in joining this essential workforce, visit www.lackawannacounty.org to learn more and apply.

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Local News

Kingston Man Pleads Guilty After Fatal Crash

A Kingston man has pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and DUI charges after a fatal crash in Edwardsville. Brentton Bailey Vandyke’s guilty plea comes years after the incident in which Rosemary Gawat lost her life. Vandyke’s sentencing is scheduled for May 30.      

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Pennsylvania News

Lottery Outage Today

The Pennsylvania Lottery is upgrading its computer system, causing a temporary outage for certain ticket purchases today. During this time, players won’t be able to buy Fast Play or Draw Game tickets. Officials also say winning tickets cannot be cashed during the outage.

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Pennsylvania News

Police Warn Of Bumper Sticker Dangers

Here in Pennsylvania, drivers are being urged to take a second look at their bumper stickers as police issue a warning about potential safety risks. While stickers may seem harmless, state police say they can inadvertently reveal personal information, making vehicles targets for criminals. Whether it’s revealing your schedule, hobbies, or family details, police say […]

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