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Widespread power outages are affecting thousands across northeastern and central Pennsylvania due to severe weather.

Several people, including the child's parents and police officers, expressed concerns that the child was still breathing after he was declared dead.

Relief from this heat surge is coming on Monday, said AccuWeather senior meteorologist Alex Sosnowski.

SUSNBURY — The Northumberland County Democratic Committee at its Thursday meeting accepted Chairperson William R. Ramsey’s nomination to appoint Jason Radel of West Chillisquaque Township as executive director of the NCDC.

Michael Bon faces several charges, including homicide by vehicle, involuntary manslaughter, and aggravated assault by vehicle in connection with the deadly crash.

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SHAMOKIN DAM — With construction of Royal Farms in Shamokin Dam nearly complete, the owners of the convenience store and gas station are now seeking approval for a liquor license.

LAKE GEORGE, N.Y. — More than 40 Continental soldiers finally laid to rest with military honors in New York earlier this year were likely members of the First Pennsylvania Battalion during the Revolutionary War 250 years ago.

Nathan Schoonover has restored over 500 veterans' tombstones and taken a cross-country journey to spread America's message of freedom.

HAZELTON, LUZERNE COUNTY(WBRE/WYOU) — Fourth of July celebrations are filled with food, fun, and fireworks, but in Hazleton, one holiday tradition is also giving back. Independence Day festivities are helping raise money for local causes, including new equipment for Hazleton Area football. "A lot of the equipment we get, they help fund it and give [...]