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Prescription drug recall: Papaverine injection possibly contaminated with glass and other matter
American Regent recalled a batch of Papaverine Hydrochloride Injection medication after finding glass and other matter in vials.
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Kohberger petitions to withdraw guilty plea in Idaho student killings
Bryan Kohberger, who was convicted of murder, says he is innocent and wants the case reopened, the New York Times first reported.
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Lycoming County protesters call for district attorneys' and a county detective's resignations
Earlier this month, a detective followed a teenager, grabbed him by the shirt, and detained him in Williamsport.
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State police investigating seven vehicle crash on I-80 West in Union County
State police say multiple people suffered severe injuries, and the road is still closed
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FIFA fan zone sees big success with large crowds
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Scranton's FIFA fan zone drew one of the largest crowds in Pennsylvania during the World Cup. Visit Pennsylvania says 19,300 people attended the event in the Electric City, slightly more than Pittsburgh's Fan Zone. Reading saw more than 13,500 fans, while Philadelphia's fan fest brought in an estimated 575,000 people. [...]
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Theatre camp fuels kids' passion for the arts
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local summer camp is bringing out the best in kids and teens passionate about the arts. The Scranton Cultural Center's Youth Theatre Program gives them the chance to chase their dreams and make lifelong bonds along the way. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes explained how their hard work creates [...]
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Taco Bell offering a $1 deal on this lettuce-free menu item for one day only
The Mexican Pizza promotion follows a $1 Enchirito offer the chain ran July 22, both notably lettuce-free items.
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Wilkes-Barre River Commons named Great Public Place by APA
(WBRE/WYOU) — A top honor for Wilkes-Barre's River Commons; The riverfront park was recently named a great public space in Pennsylvania by the state chapter of the American Planning Association (APA). This marks the second year in a row the park has received the honor. River Common is known for its views of the Susquehanna [...]
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Troop R Camp Cadet in full swing at local college
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A summer camp teaching kids about the criminal justice system is in full swing at a local college this week. Pennsylvania State Police Troop R is giving teens a similar experience to real police academy training. Throughout the week-long camp, they focus on discipline, self-esteem, and teamwork. With the help [...]
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More water woes impact Scranton business
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A second water main break in less than two weeks in Scranton: For the foreseeable future, downtown Scranton is under a water boil advisory. 28/22 News Reporter Connor Coar has details about the break and how people are dealing with this issue once again. Just as the city was beginning [...]
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