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Police say 1 person has died after shooting at weekend lakeside party in Oklahoma
An 18-year-old woman has died a few days after a shooting that left 22 others injured.
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Monroe County celebrates 'Community Night' with resources and fun
Monroe County Children's Roundtable hosted Community Night at Northampton College, offering resources from 100+ organizations.
WNEP Tue, May 5 [totalcount]
Hershey Bears fall to WBS Penguins in Game 3
HERSHEY, Pa. (WHTM) -- A late goal to force overtime in Game 3 forces the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins into a clinch position over the Hershey Bears in the Atlantic Division Semifinals. The Bears fell to the Penguins 4-3 at GIANT Center, giving the Penguins a 2-1 lead in the series. WBS can clinch the series on [...]
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'Mr. Grande Taco' crowned after eating nearly 18 tacos in 15 minutes
Vito 'The Spoon' Ruggiero championed Moon Tavern's taco contest, devouring nearly 18 tacos to be crowned 'Mr. Grande Taco' and winning $100.
WNEP Tue, May 5 [totalcount]
Kitten rescued from glue trap spurs warning by animal welfare officials
After a kitten became trapped and nearly died, animal welfare officials are warning sticky traps designed for mice and rats can be dangerous for all animals.
WNEP Tue, May 5 [totalcount]
New factory opens in Hazleton bringing dozens of new jobs
Switzerland-based company Forbo Flooring Systems is opening its first factory in North America near Hazleton, creating the potential for 50 new jobs.
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'It felt like I was dying' | Athena Strand's mother breaks down as jury sentences FedEx driver to death for killing 7-year-old
After listening to testimony for weeks, a Texas jury has sentenced former FedEx delivery driver Tanner Horner to death for killing Athena Strand.
WNEP Tue, May 5 [totalcount]
'You destroyed the family’ | Uncle’s powerful words follow death sentence for FedEx driver who killed 7-year-old Athena Strand
Tanner Horner was sentenced to the death penalty after pleading guilty to capital murder for the kidnapping and murder of 7-year-old Athena Strand.
WNEP Tue, May 5 [totalcount]
Puppy cam returns: Meet the newest sled dog litter at Denali National Park
Five sled dog puppies born at Denali National Park are the stars of this year's Puppy Cam, named in honor of America's national parks.
WNEP Tue, May 5 [totalcount]
Cinco De Mayo celebrations in Wilkes-Barre Township
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Tuesday is Cinco De Mayo, the Mexican holiday that is celebrated around the world with festivities that often include parades, festivals, and serving traditional Mexican dishes. To add to the fun, Cinco De Mayo also falls on Taco Tuesday this year! 28/22 News stopped by El Rey Azteca in [...]
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