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Archbald's energy debate heats up at conditional hearing for proposed power plant
Archbald residents voice concerns about Essential Energy's proposed power plant, fearing it will supply several proposed data centers rather than the community.
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Police searching for missing man in Monroe County
(WBRE/WYOU) — The Stroud Area Regional Police Department on Monday said they are searching for a missing person in Monroe County. Authorities are searching for 42-year-old Matthew Sheerer, who was last seen in the area of Stroudsburg on April 18. Officials add that Sheerer left his home and has not returned and was reported missing [...]
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Brake lights, slow moving traffic take over I-81
(WBRE/WYOU) — Brake lights and slow-moving traffic are taking over Interstate 81 this week. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) says the overnight and ongoing construction is all part of one of the largest projects in the district's history. 28/22 News Reporter Connor Coar spoke with drivers about the highway construction. The warmer temperatures mean [...]
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Kid Rock flies in Army helicopter weeks after flights near his house drew scrutiny
A Pentagon spokesperson said the flight supported a "community relations event" as Kid Rock met with service members and filmed videos.
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Teen piano player makes New York City performance
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Studies show that when children learn to play the piano, they sharpen reading, science, and math skills, and improve their overall brain power. It also provides a creative outlet for themselves and others to enjoy. 28/22's Mark Hiller introduces a teen piano player who is making quite an impression. The [...]
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Bresnahan weighs in after Correspondents' Dinner Shooting
(WBRE/WYOU) — Lawmakers are also weighing in on the violence that broke out in Washington. Monday morning, 28/22 News spoke with Republican Congressman Rob Bresnahan who represents the Wilkes-Barre Scranton area and part of the Poconos. After getting threats before his wedding and seeing the attack on the Pennsylvania governor's residence, he says political violence [...]
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Lawsuit says Albertsons, Safeway BOGO deals cost shoppers millions
In the lawsuit, Washington Attorney General Nick Brown accused the grocery chain of overcharging shoppers. Albertsons disagreed with the claims.
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Investigation underway after 5 bald eagles found dead in Michigan
Five bald eagles were found dead in a two-week period near Lake Michigan.
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King Charles III heads to Washington on mission to bolster UK-US relations
A rift between the U.K. government and Trump over issues including the Iran war had already raised the political stakes for the British monarch's visit.
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PHOTOS: 1 sent to hospital for burn wounds after structure fire
TOWER CITY, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Officials say a person was sent to the hospital for burn wounds after a structure fire in Schuylkill County on Monday afternoon. Schuylkill County Officials confirmed with 28/22 News crews were called just before 3:15 p.m. to the 500 block of East Colliery Avenue for a reported structure fire. [...]
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