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State police investigate fatal motorcycle crash
BLYTHE TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A deadly motorcycle crash in Schuylkill County is now under investigation. State police say 53-year-old James Lake of Barnesville lost control on a curve along Mountain Road in Blythe Township Wednesday afternoon. Investigators say the bike overturned and crossed the road before crashing. Lake was wearing a helmet and [...]
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Police issues warning after 'disturbing' groundhog attacks teenager
NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A 16-year-old boy was attacked by a groundhog infected with rabies, Nanticoke City Police Department is reminding the community to not approach wildlife. The boy was walking home from school with a group of friends when a groundhog ran across East Church Street in Nanticoke after being underneath an orange [...]
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Supreme Court preserves access to widely used abortion pill, while lawsuit plays out
Access to the pill is likely to remain uninterrupted at least until next year as the case plays out, including a potential appeal to the high court.
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70th Fine Arts Fiesta begins in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It's the opening day of the 70th annual Fine Arts Fiesta. While it wasn’t the most beautiful day for the start of a fiesta, the weather hasn't dampened the spirits of organizers or attendees. The free celebration kicked off Thursday morning and will continue into Sunday evening. Attendees are welcomed [...]
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After 11 months of delays, Trump's golden smartphone finally arrives
The Trump Organization's golden smartphone is finally headed to customers, months behind schedule and amid ongoing questions about its "Made in America" claims.
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The World Cup will have a Super Bowl-style halftime show. Which pop stars are headlining?
The concert will be a first for FIFA.
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Healthwatch 16 | How Botox can help treat an overactive bladder
In this Healthwatch 16, Newswatch 16's Emily Kress spoke with a physician assistant at UPMC about how Botox can help treat an overactive bladder.
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Man sentenced after 2021 death of infant son
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The verdict is in for the case of a Monroe County man charged in the death of his infant son. The jury found Michael Yard not guilty of first and third-degree homicide, but guilty of aggravated assault. All other charges have been dropped. The case dates back to August 2021, [...]
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Boaters at Lake Wallenpaupack urged to prioritize safety as Memorial Day weekend approaches
Boaters at Lake Wallenpaupack are getting a reminder about the rules on the water during National Boating Safety Week.
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Republicans vying for nomination in 117th District
The Republican nomination is contested as first-term incumbent Jamie Walsh has to fight off a challenge from former United Way CEO Bill Jones.
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