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LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Just in time for the beginning of the Lenten season, scammers are preying on local parishioners.

A local monsignor says dozens of people have called into his parish saying they have received a concerning text message.

Florida man charged in $56,000 tent scam

Monsignor John Sempa of Corpus Christi Parish in West Pittston wants people to know he is not the one behind the text messages, asking for solicitations.

EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU)— In this week's final chapter of Read Across America, we take you around NEPA where some members of 28/22 News were reading to some local students.

First, we take you to State Street Elementary School in Larksville.

That is were Nick and Candace read Friday to some very attentive young people.

Candace read two books including "Horton Hatches the Egg" to Mrs. Hoover's 3rd grade class.

And just down the hall in 4th grade Nick read "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" to Ms. Aed's class. A lot fun and we thank you for inviting us.

A 34-year-old Snyder County inmate died Thursday morning from injuries suffered while being held in Clinton County Prison.

SUNBURY — A study for a merger between the Northumberland and Schuylkill counties 911 centers is just a study, Commissioner Sam Schiccatano said Friday after saying he received multiple calls from concerned individuals.

DANVILLE — As the Montour County Historical Society worked to repair 19 windows at the Montgomery House on Bloom Road, they uncovered water damage that will require further repairs.

MIDDLEBURG — Two people have applied for the vacant Midd-West School Board seat and will be interviewed by members Monday night.

SELINSGROVE — Snyder County may be restricted from selling the former county jail outside Selinsgrove.

Camp Dreamcatcher in Chester County, launched at the height of ‘90s stigma around HIV, has served thousands of children living with or affected by the virus.

LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Florida man is being charged after allegedly scamming money out from the Arts & Cultures Department of Lackawanna County.

Police are charging 23-year-old Michael Patrylo from Ovideo, Florida with Theft by Unlawful Taking, Theft by Deception, and Forgery along other charges.

Police say Patrylo allegedly represented himself as a person who works for L&A Tent Rentals from New Jersey.

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The anticipation is building as the city of Scranton prepares for its 63 annual St. Patrick's Parade and local businesses are gearing up for what promises to be one of the busiest days of the year!

From beefing up security to piling up the inventory, local businesses are all set to welcome the massive crowds for one of the biggest days of the year.

Irish groups prepare for Scranton St. Patrick’s Parade