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DEP: Merck sending hazardous...
RIVERSIDE — Merck is sending hazardous waste from its Riverside Cherokee plant off-site for treatment and disposal, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
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Northumberland, Union counties in...
The Daily Item
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ICE memo reveals timeline, scale of...
An internal ICE memo claims facilities won’t burden communities like Upper Bern and Tremont Townships, something local and state officials have raised concerns about.
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Data center tax break created to...
Opponents argue the tax break is a costly giveaway to an industry dominated by some of the country’s largest and most profitable corporations.
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Coroner called to heavy police presence
PLAINS TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Luzerne County Coroner's Office was called to a home on North Main Street in Plains Township Friday afternoon. Officials say EMS was called around 4:00 p.m. Friday to the area. The coroner's office, Pennsylvania State Police, and Plains Township Police all responded to the scene on the 300 [...]
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Snow expected Sunday through Monday
(WBRE/WYOU) — Our winter storm continues to impact the region Monday morning, especially over the Poconos. We remain on "Weather Alert" through the morning and early afternoon hours. Allow extra travel time as you're heading out the door, as many roads are slick and icy. Snow in central PA will start to wind down this [...]
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How to watch the Olympics figure skating exhibition gala
The best skaters from the 2026 Winter Olympics will return for the non-competitive event Saturday.
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Jordan Stolz aims for 3rd Olympic gold in speed skating. Here's how to watch him in the men's mass start event
The 21-year-old American captured gold in the 500 and 1,000 meters before taking silver in the 1,500 Thursday. He has one last shot at winning another gold in Italy.
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Men's hockey: Is the USA going to the gold medal game?
The Americans played Slovakia in a semifinal game on Friday for a chance to play for the gold.
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'Hoodie Hoo!' | Schuylkill Haven embraces decades-old tradition to shoo away winter
The Hoodie Hoo tradition is nearly 40 years old, and Schuylkill Haven seniors are making sure it lives on.
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