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MESHOPPEN TOWNSHIP, WYOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The annual Wyoming County Fair starts Wednesday in Meshoppen Township.

The fair brings several days of excitement and activities, including a tractor pull, horse and livestock shows, and a 5K race.

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There is also a demolition derby along with a high school rodeo that showcases young talent. Cornhole tournaments are also happening.

On Saturday night, country artist Kameron Marlowe takes the stage.

WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As the summer comes to a close, many campgrounds and state parks will see a dip in activity, but not before the holiday weekend. Northeastern Pennsylvania's state parks have a steady amount of foot traffic these days.

A lot of people were in a Luzerne County park to soak up the last few weeks of warm weather.

Summer activities and hobbies will soon start to slow down, especially those that include being outdoors.

The chain’s new Gold Sauce will appear on four chicken items, including a $2.99 snack wrap and two new McCrispy sandwiches.

Newswatch 16's Kerry Kearns spoke with a doctor who emphasizes that nutritious meals and hydration improve school performance and focus.

WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Lycoming County school is now facing a federal lawsuit after a student was strapped to a backboard in class. The district confirms the teacher has resigned.

A lawsuit was filed against Williamsport Area School District this past Friday. The suit states the teacher strapped a rising senior to a backboard.

According to the suit, Richard Caschera was hired by the school district in May to teach the district's homeland security program.

People who rely on public transit in the Poconos will soon have more routes and faster commutes.

The rapper and singer made his first public comments on Tuesday after being charged with attacking Los Angeles police officers.

The pop star showed off the stunning ring in her engagement post, flashing a close-up of the massive emerald-cut stone.

The Milton Community Center is looking to make its space even more welcoming, and they're hoping a mural contest will help them do it.

The hoax calls and false alarms have hit at least 11 college campuses from Arkansas to Pennsylvania.