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SUNBURY — Shikellamy school directors and administration officials will create a policy regarding district-wide use of artificial intelligence.

The increases in diesel fuel costs directly affect the cost of planting, harvesting and transporting crops.

LEWISBURG — A Lewisburg man sentenced in September to house arrest ditched his electronic monitor and fled to Alabama for four months, according to the Union County District Attorney’s Office.

SHAMOKIN DAM — Shamokin Dam Manager Ed Hovenstine is giving the council ample time to consider his replacement by notifying members of his intent to retire next year.

Every school district in the Valley enters into a contract with school bus operators. The operators and the district, together, must deal with this sudden spike in the price of diesel.

STROUD TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Lakes and streams across Pennsylvania are being stocked for the opening of trout season. The shorelines open up Saturday at 8 p.m. You must have a fishing license, a trout permit, and be at least 16 years old. Crews from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission delivered trout trucks [...]

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Parishioners gathered Friday at the Cathedral of Saint Peter in Scranton to observe Good Friday, marking the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. The day was defined by silence and reflection as the community began its primary Easter weekend traditions. The service is considered one of the most holy days [...]

HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In observing this Good Friday, hundreds of parishioners gathered for the annual 'Way of the Cross' walk in Hazleton. Members of parish youth groups played central roles in the event. The tradition has been around for several years and gives area Catholics a chance to take part in the 14 [...]

DANVILLE — Valley residents will have an opportunity to experience The America250PA’s mobile unit during the 40th annual Danville Spring Fling on May 2.

ALLENWOOD — Residents of Allenwood and the surrounding area came out Thursday night to learn more about — and oppose — PNK Group’s plan to construct a data center in Great Stream Commons in Gregg Township.