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Local fire department faces uncertain future as buyout moves forward
LEHMAN TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Just two years after relocating, the Idetown Volunteer Fire Department is once again facing an uncertain future. The department, which has served the Back Mountain community since 1959, is concerned about what a pending sale of its current headquarters on Firehouse Road could mean for its long-term operations. Chief Joe [...]
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Who has scored the most goals in World Cup 2026?
Here are the top stars in the race for the Golden Boot at the World Cup.
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These are the 50 worst cities for bed bugs, according to a new report: Did yours make the list?
A new report ranks the nation's bed bug hot spots for 2026, with one city at the top for the sixth consecutive year. See the full list.
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Moving Vietnam Memorial Wall returns to Stroudsburg after 24 years
The panels display the names of 58,000 people. Newswatch 16's Emily Kress shows us how the community stepped up to welcome the display to Stroudsburg.
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Chicago man sentenced for role in police chase
Cintron was sentenced to up to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges stemming from stealing a car in New Jersey, then leading police on a chase.
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Meta now lets users make AI images using public Instagram profiles. Here's how to opt out
The tech giant received backlash for automatically opting users into the program.
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Researchers declare 'catastrophic mortality event' as 145 gray whales found dead on West Coast
Experts say at this pace, 2026 could wind up being one of the deadliest years on record for these marine mammals.
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How to stop new Meta AI model from using your Instagram pics
The new model automatically includes public profiles to be used in generative AI creations.
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Two Luzerne County firefighters charged after allegedly making false calls out of boredom
Zachary Gensel and Cody Wilson face charges of false alarm to an agency of public safety.
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Mitch McConnell update: Separating fact from fiction
Sen. Mitch McConnell's three-week hospitalization has sparked concerns as rumors swirl about his condition.
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