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SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say one person was injured after a reported crash in Smithfield Township late Sunday night.

Officials told 28/22 News crews were called to the unit block of Independence Road in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, for a reported crash involving a motorcycle and a car at about 10:05 p.m.

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PSP Stroudsburg is heading the response to the incident.

The roadway has been closed, and it is unknown at this time when it will reopen.

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Showing what you are made of, pushing your limits, and, for those over 21, getting a free beer: That was the goal on Sunday for many runners in Scranton.

The Iron Horse 8K took over the Montage Mountain Resorts on Sunday.

Nearly 200 runners came out to try their hand at conquering the course through scenic mountain terrain.

The trail race's elevation and distance are known for offering quite the challenge.

MOUNTAIN TOP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It's not every day you get to see animatronic dinosaurs, but that's what lots of families got to see on Sunday in Mountain Top.

The parking lot at Malacari's Ice Cream and Mini-golf turned into a sight from the Jurassic period. Visitors were able to get up close with these creatures of the past.

Triceratops, T-Rexes, and a stegosaurus visited Mountain Top for the first time.

Those brave enough to get close were able to watch the animatronics move right in front of them.

SLOCUM TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police are asking for help to find who vandalized a park near Wapwallopen.

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) say it happened overnight at Slocum Township Memorial Park.

Troopers say someone used a gator utility vehicle or something similar to rip a fence out of the ground.

Detours to begin on Route 11 in Lackawanna County

The vandal or vandals also did donuts on the soccer field, digging up the turf, according to state police.

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say police responded to a Scranton neighborhood after a reported stabbing. 28/22 News found police activity on Sunday night on the city's south side.

Officials were dispatched around 7:30 to a home on the 800 block of East Locust Street near South Irving Avenue.

Detours to begin on Route 11 in Lackawanna County

28/22 News was on scene as a woman was seen wearing a police badge photographing the scene surrounded by police tape.

HARVEYS LAKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Some rain on Sunday didn't stop a fundraiser aimed at raising money and awareness toward fighting a devastating disease.

Dozens of people took part in the Third Annual Ride with the Clown Kid Bike Race at Harvey's Lake.

Bicyclists pedaled more than eight miles around the lake. The event also welcomed runners and walkers for the first time to cover a two-mile course.

All of the proceeds go to the Alzheimer's Association.

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HAZLE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Weekend school supply giveaways are a sure sign we are getting closer to the start of the fall semester.

Families waited in line outside the Verizon retailer Round Room near Hazleton for a School Rocks backpack giveaway.

Many of the backpacks available were clear in order to comply with school district regulations.

The event also featured a couple of freebies, including haircuts at no cost from Cabrera Barber Shop.

The owner says he wanted to give back as a way of supporting the community that supports him.