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Scranton FD gives free smoke detectors out to residents
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Scranton Fire Department is continuing its free smoke detector and installation program and will be going door-to-door in West Scranton on Saturday as part of the Fire Prevention and safety initiative taking place throughout the city. Residents of West Scranton are eligible to receive a free smoke detector that [...]
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Reaper's Revenge preparing for opening day
SCOTT TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— If you're looking to face your fears, this might be the place to do it. Starting Saturday Reaper's Revenge will open its doors to the public for the 18th year. Friday's fright was reserved for friends and family, and while the crowd may have been smaller, the effort that went [...]
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Aviation company says it completed fully autonomous flight across the U.S.
Joby Aviation said an aircraft equipped with autonomy technology flew from California to North Carolina's Outer Banks.
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Ed Sheeran tour kicks off in Philadelphia with openers unknown 
Sheeran quickly became embroiled in controversy after tour opener Macklemore was cut from the shows.
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Ex-boyfriend stalks, threatens woman, police say
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is in jail after police say he stalked and threatened his ex-girlfriend in Williamsport repeatedly, violating a protection from abuse court order. Brandon Allen Leslie-Sweat, 29, of Hughesville, was arrested Wednesday and faces several charges, including stalking and assault. Police said Leslie-Sweat consistently sent messages to the victim, [...]
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Gov. Shapiro calls for AI guardrails at Horizons Summit
(WBRE/WYOU) — Governor Josh Shapiro called for federal guardrails, independent oversight, transparency and clear safety standards on artificial intelligence during the AI Horizons Summit that took place in Pittsburgh on Thursday, Sept. 18, and Friday, Sept. 19. Pennsylvania leaders have been weighing how far AI development should proceed without established rules. Shapiro emphasized that while...
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Toys'R'Us plans 120 new standalone stores across US for holiday season
The new stores will carry a curated selection of seasonal toys, collectibles and gifts, featuring brands like LEGO, Barbie, Hot Wheels and Pokémon.
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Historical Pittston sign uncovered during renovations
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews working on a downtown building in Pittston recently uncovered an old Pittston Sewing Center sign hidden beneath the facade. The sign was discovered during a revitalization project along Main Street in Luzerne County. The building where the sign was uncovered currently serves as the home for Greater Pittston Meals [...]
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Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress
Americans now have just over six weeks to decide whether Congress remains in Republican control or flips to Democrats.
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Sikh truck driver stabbed 17 times in apparent random attack at Wyoming rest stop
The attack is raising fears within the Sikh community, especially among truck drivers.
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