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'Virgin River' actor found dead as police treat investigation as a homicide
Canadian TV actor Stewart McLean, 45, was reported missing May 18.
WNEP Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
Rapper Rob Base dies at 59 following private cancer battle
The rapper known for "It Takes Two" died just days after his 59th birthday earlier this week.
WNEP Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
Jessup Hose Co. No. 2 Carnival continues for 3rd night
JESSUP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Jessup Hose Co. No. 2 fire Carnival continued for its third night, featuring rides, food, live music, and a cause worth showing up for. Even after the sun had gone down, the party was far from over in Jessup, all part of a weekend people we spoke to say, [...]
PA homepage Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
40,000 people under evacuation orders after a chemical tank leak in Southern California
Evacuation orders impact 40,000 in Garden Grove and surrounding cities as officials struggle to contain the hazardous leak.
WNEP Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
First night of Banana Ball in northeastern Pennsylvania
Banana Ball's stop at PNC Field marks the first time the national sensation has come to the region. About 10,000 people were in attendance.
WNEP Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
1 dead, dozens injured in explosion at Staten Island shipyard: officials
A fire and explosion at a shipyard on New York City’s Staten Island has killed one person and injured dozens more.
PA homepage Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
Soup recalled that was sold at Whole Foods in 17 states
The Kettle Cuisine minestrone soup is under recall for an possible undeclared allergen.
WNEP Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
Fire company fundraises with food truck
THROOP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A week-long fundraiser is bringing people to a local volunteer fire company to support their firefighters. Pizza, salads, soups, and more are on the menu at Throop Volunteer Fire Company. "Hometown Heroes" brings the delicious food, and a portion of the proceeds goes right back to benefit the fire company. [...]
PA homepage Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
Britney Spears was 'confrontational' and 'flamboyant' but tested low for alcohol during DUI stop
The singer refused to get out of her vehicle for 10 minutes, according to the California Highway Patrol.
WNEP Fri, May 22 [totalcount]
Pittston awarded $700k for city improvements
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The city of Pittston was recently awarded $700,000 to make improvements and increase the area's economic potential. The money comes through local share account grants, or taxpayer dollars from the Mohegan Sun Casino. A media release says $400,000 will go towards maximizing 71 South Main St.'s commercial and economic potential. [...]
PA homepage Fri, May 22 [totalcount]