Chase Leads To Arrest
A man was arrested by State Police after a chase on the North Cross Valley Expressway with two children in the car that ended in a crash in Wilkes-Barre. 28 year old Joevanny Lopez of Connecticut, was pulled over for speeding, but ignored troopers, initiating the pursuit. Lopez was found with drugs and a handgun. […]
Read MoreGiant Fire Cause Listed
The Scranton Fire Department has disclosed the cause of the fire at Giant Market. According to their report, the fire ignited from roof insulation due to a hot water pressure washer used for cleaning. Investigators have deemed the incident accidental.
Read MoreHomeland Security Targets NEPA Sports Stores
Homeland Security is reportedly conducting an investigation into sports stores at the Viewmont Mall and Wyoming Valley Mall. On Wednesday, officials carried out a law enforcement operation at Sports Fever in the Viewmont Mall. Investigators were observed removing multiple boxes from the store, but their contents remain undisclosed and the nature of Homeland Security’s investigation […]
Read MoreHundreds Left In The Dark In Lackawanna County
Due to the storms that passed through our area, dozens of homes and businesses were left without power Wednesday in Lackawanna County. Over 100 people were affected by a tree down on wires, according to PPL. The issue was said to have been resolved around 2:30 this morning.
Read MoreRace Of The Saints Near
The world famous St. Ubaldo Festival in Lackawanna County is nearing, with the Running of the Saints just days away. Kicking off the festivities was the Jessup Hose Company Number 2’s Carnival on Wednesday. The event holds significant importance for the fire department, providing over half of its annual funding.
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