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Trump says deal reached with Iran and he has authorized that naval blockade leave Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump posted that "the Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete" Sunday afternoon.
WNEP Sun, Jun 14 [totalcount]
Police investigating after equipment stolen in burglary
RUSH TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A burglar is on the loose after swiping thousands of dollars worth of power equipment and tools in Schuylkill County. Authorities say the thief struck in the Tamaqua area, stealing roughly 3,500 in property, including a riding lawnmower. Investigators say it happened between late May and early June on [...]
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Tyra Banks sues Netflix over 'America's Next Top Model' documentary, alleging defamation
Tyra Banks is suing Netflix and directors of a docuseries for defamation, alleging edited interviews create a false narrative.
WNEP Sun, Jun 14 [totalcount]
Fire destroys garage, damages vacant home
SCOTT TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There was some damage to a ranch-style home in Scott Township early Sunday morning. State police say the fire started in an attached garage and spread to the home at Sylvan Acres Lane. The garage is destroyed, and the house is heavily damaged. A fire marshal blames an electrical [...]
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Tractor trailer fire closes all lanes on Interstate 81 Northbound
HEGINS TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Part of Interstate 81 was shut down Sunday evening after officials say a tractor-trailer caught fire in a crash in Schuylkill County. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) says all northbound lanes were closed between exit 112 and exit 116. PennDOT added that traffic is backed up near the [...]
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Traffic clogged up for fans at Pocono Raceway
LONG POND, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Traffic heading to Pocono Raceway Sunday morning looked like a parking lot. It took fans from an hour and a half to two hours to get into the track, despite turning Route 115 into a one-way southbound highway to the track. After the race, that part of Route 115 [...]
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Governor Shapiro at final day of NASCAR race weekend
LONG POND, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro made an appearance Sunday at Pocono Raceway, discussing the economic boost from the race weekend. Around $100 million is expected to be spent in Pennsylvania, boosting the commonwealth's economy, Shapiro announced alongside Pocono Raceway President Ben May. "I love it. I love the race. I [...]
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Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway
At Pocono Raceway, fans celebrate NASCAR with a sea of American flags ahead of the nation's 250th birthday.
WNEP Sun, Jun 14 [totalcount]
Historic Pottsville bank building reopens as The Miners 1928 Hotel
Newswatch 16's Valeria Quiñones spoke with owner Bill Metzinger, who says the hotel preserves the city's history while looking toward a bright future.
WNEP Sun, Jun 14 [totalcount]
Ebola cases in eastern Congo climb to 782 and deaths reach 181, authorities say
The latest Ebola outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved vaccine or treatment.
WNEP Sun, Jun 14 [totalcount]