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Edwardsville man charged with corruption of minors

KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is charged after two children say he sexually molested them during a camping trip.

47-year-old Joseph Polisky of Edwardsville was arrested Tuesday afternoon.

The Luzerne County District Attorney's Office along with the Kingston Police were contacted after two children reported the assault.

Market Street Bridge closed, police on scene

Police say the children, both under 12, told them Polisky inappropriately touched them while on a camping trip near Harvey's Lake in May of 2020.

Artists, art organizations awarded ARPA grants

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The city of Scranton awarded over $300,000 in grants to 19 visual and performing artists and arts organizations as part of its American Rescue Plan funding.

The grants aim to support artists impacted by the pandemic, including theater companies, musicians, and dancers. Preference was given to Scranton-based groups.

Century-old trolley under restoration

Market Street Bridge open after deadly crash

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Market Street Bridge and River Street in the area of the bridge were closed for hours, causing major traffic delays as police investigated a deadly crash late Tuesday afternoon.

The Wilkes-Barre City Police Department confirmed with 28/22 News the crash has turned deadly and the victim's identity has not been released at this time.

Emergency crews were called to the intersection of Market Street and River Street shortly before 5:15 p.m.

Woman’s body found in front yard of Nanticoke home

AG: 24 explosives, several pounds of cocaine, meth seized from home

SAYLORSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The attorney general announced the arrest of a Monroe County man who was found with several pounds of narcotics, and 24 improvised explosive devices.

According to the office of Attorney General Michelle Henry, on September 12 a search warrant was executed at 46-year-old Robert C. Stull’s Saylorsburg home on Kunkletown Road.

An investigation revealed that Stull was dealing methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, and THC products.

Man accused of assaulting, locking co-worker in closet

PD: Teen brings knife to Scranton Bell Game

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A teen has been arrested after police found he brought a knife to Scranton's Bell Game.

Police say when they arrived Raymond Werner was running from school security officers.

Officers say when they attempted to stop Werner, but he ran behind parked cars.

Man accused of assaulting, locking co-worker in closet

When Werner's path ended, investigators say they saw him throw something over the fence which was later found to be a knife.

Officers say they were then able to take Werner into custody.

PSP Hill Impact Program applications now open

EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pennsylvania State Police have announced that applications are now open for the 2025 Troop N Hill Impact Program.

Officials say the 14-week program is tailored to help those aged 15-18 seeking a career as a law enforcement officer.

The release states applicants will undergo an interview process to be accepted into the program as well as participate in physical training each session.

Man accused of assaulting, locking co-worker in closet

Editors Note: This article has been corrected to reflect the location of where the alleged incident took place.

WEATHERLY, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man was arrested after allegedly locking his co-worker in a closet with him and assaulting her, police stated.

According to the Weatherly Police Department, on September 16 officers took a report from a woman who worked at a place of business within the borough, claiming she had an encounter with a co-worker, Edward Roche, 59, of Weatherly.

PSP: Man shot in car causes crash, killing another man near Pa. Turnpike

Traffic, road closures announced for Bloomsburg Fair

BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Bloomsburg Fair begins Friday, and police warn of traffic changes and road closures during the fair.

The Bloomsburg Fair starts on September 19 and continues through Saturday, September 28.

Police warn residents to use alternate routes to avoid fair traffic and use caution while driving through town.

Officers note the following changes in traffic patterns:

Main Street (SR11) traffic westbound (traveling towards Danville), will not be permitted to make a left-hand turn into the Fairgrounds.

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