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Man steals ambulance to flee hospital, police say
MAHONING TWP., MONTOUR COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man was arrested after allegedly stealing and crashing an ambulance in an attempt to flee a hospital. Tyler Beaver of Watsontown, 23, was arrested Wednesday after police say he tried to flee Geisinger Medical Center in Danville. According to a release, Beaver unsuccessfully attempted to steal one ambulance [...]
Jury awards $7.8M in Bloomsburg University student’s drinking death
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Attorneys announced a jury awarded $7.8 million for a lawsuit regarding a student's death at Bloomsburg University. Attorney's Kline & Specter stated a $7.8 million verdict was awarded on behalf of the estate of Justin King in the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas on January 28. A wrongful death [...]
Watsontown man charged after allegedly stealing ambulance in Montour County
Tyler Beaver faces several charges, including theft of a motor vehicle, receiving stolen property, and fleeing or eluding a police officer.
Danville author publishes fourth book
DANVILLE — A Montour County author and historian has spent years delving into the region's unique tales of the past.
Five teenagers help elderly in Bloomsburg with snow cleanup for free
Although the plan initially was to make some money shoveling snow, five teenagers offered their services for free, clearing 30 houses.
Stuart Tank Museum's Lady Lois gets new shoes
A piece of Berwick's history is getting some much-needed maintenance this week.
Montour Area Recreation Commission grooms trails for wintertime activities
The snow that fell this weekend isn't going anywhere anytime soon, so park employees in Montour County are doing some trail grooming to allow folks to enjoy the snow
Montour County recognizes medicolegal...
DANVILLE — Montour County commissioners are recognizing medicolegal death investigation professionals this week.
Montour County to receive grant funds...
DANVILLE — Montour County will serve as the subrecipient for 2024 Community Development Block Grant funds for the Danville Area Community Center and Sunnybrook Park Association.
Soil tests show contamination
Public hearing on state regulators’ investigations slated for spring
NORTH CENTRE TWP. -- Residents can now see the results of recent soil tests for a forever chemical here. The Department...
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LHVN reopens after over a week closure due to fire
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Rain, snow showers possible going into Presidents' Day
(WBRE/WYOU) — A storm system is expected to track across the southern part of the country from Sunday into Monday...
New owners take over Brennan's Big Chill ice cream shop in Bloomsburg after original owners retire after 21 years
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Danville Area Community Center starting next two phases of renovations this year
The Danville Area Community Center in Montour County is celebrating a major milestone: 40 years of service to the...