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Grammy-winning producer William Orbit, who worked with Madonna, dies at 69
Orbit helped shape Madonna's album "Ray of Light" and worked with artists including Britney Spears, U2, Blur and No Doubt during his career.
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Will you get any tariff money back? Here's what to know about the refund checks to major US companies
As major companies receive $100 billion in tariff refund checks, consumers are wondering if any of that money will go directly back to them.
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Lane restriction to be placed on I-81 in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There will be lane restrictions on Interstate 81 northbound and southbound starting next week for guide rail repairs. PennDOT says the lane restriction is to perform guide rail repairs on Interstate 81 northbound and southbound between Nanticoke (Exit 164) and Avoca (Exit 178) Work will begin on Monday, August 10, until [...]
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Lehigh Valley hospital orthopedics opens facility after fire
DUNMORE LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new orthopedic facility by Lehigh Valley Health Network is opening in Dunmore after a fire at the LVHN Hospital in Dickson City destroyed their orthopedic center. Efforts to recover after the fire on the campus of Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City have resulted in the opening of a new orthopedic [...]
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Authorities identify victim of deadly Shavertown fire
The Luzerne County Coroner identified the victim of Wednesday's deadly fire along North Pioneer Avenue as Stephen McMillian.
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Perez Hilton's children 'fled' their home before his alarming livestream, family says
Perez Hilton's family revealed a number of family members were inside the Florida home before the celebrity blogger's alarming livestream.
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Two pleaded guilty after man shot in the face
DENNISON TWP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two have entered guilty pleas for their involvement after a man was shot in the face, authorities stated. The Luzerne County District Attorney's Office has accepted the guilty pleas of Shaine Hawk and Robin Sterner on the charge of aggravated assault for their involvement in a shooting that left [...]
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What is birth tourism? President Trump signs order targeting practice with new visa restrictions
Trump’s order directs federal agencies to review visa policies and take action against people accused of facilitating birth tourism.
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Cause of death revealed for 3-time NBA champion Stacey King
The 1989 first-round pick died June 7, 2026.
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45th annual Blueberry Festival brings 5K, food, and family fun to Montrose
The Montrose Blueberry Festival marks 45 years this weekend, offering blueberry treats and family fun while raising funds for local historical and library groups.
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