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Students, lawmakers react to Penn State closures
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Reaction continues to word that Penn State University will close some of their Commonwealth Campuses. The President of the University cited revenue and enrollment challenges in recent years as factors in the decision to close some of the campuses. Hazleton, Schuylkill, Wilkes-Barre, and Scranton are on the list for potential closure. A...
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Man accused of nearly hitting child during police chase
LYCOMING, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police stated a man led officers on a high-speed chase and nearly hit a child during it. On February 26, the Lycoming Regional Police Department witnessed a driver, later identified as Eric Horak, traveling in the 2500 block of Bottle Run Road at high speed, leaving the roadway and almost striking a guide rail.  Officers began following Horak...
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PA woman charged with arson after NJ incident
(WBRE/WYOU) — A Lycoming County woman has been charged with aggravated arson and more after allegedly driving with a stolen license plate, evading police, and setting a house on fire in New Jersey. According to the Ocean County Prosecutors Office, on February 19 Surf City Police and Fire Departments were dispatched for a report of a structure fire on North Central Avenue around 8:40 p.m...
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'Shrek 5' trailer reveals new animation style, voice actors and release date
The original Shrek cast is returning to reprise their 2001 roles, and a newcomer joins the cast.
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Michelle Trachtenberg's cause of death: Officials provide update
The actress, best known for her roles in "Gossip Girl," "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," and "EuroTrip," was found dead Wednesday at the age of 39.
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Hiker rescues pup from abandoned coal pit after frigid weeklong search in Schuylkill County
A hiker had followed his dog off a mountain trail this week when he glanced toward a deep coal pit below and saw a tail move near a pile of rocks.
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John Lithgow speaks out on Dumbledore casting reports for 'Harry Potter' series
When asked about the offer to play Dumbledore, Lithgow described the decision as "not easy," recognizing it could define the final phase of his illustrious career.
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What is Ramadan and how do Muslims observe the Islamic holy month?
Ramadan comes at a time of massive change for many Muslims, including those in Gaza and Syria.
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Gene Hackman cause of death: No 'foul play' suspected, what we know so far
Authorities say they found no gunshots or other wounds on either body, and they had been dead for some time when discovered.
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Taps are flowing at Pocono Mountain Maple
GREENE TOWNSHIP, PIKE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The season of maple syrup tapping is here and this weekend 15 local producers will take part in NEPA’s maple tour. During this time of year, steam billowing from Pocono Mountain Maple’s Sugar Shack near Newfoundland only means one thing. “This is where we actually start the maple process,” explained Gabe Stirr, Sugar Shack Manager, Pocono Mountain...
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