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The Electric City Love Con united nearly 200 romance writing authors and fans in Scranton on Saturday.

Families and friends enjoyed classic cars at the Autos for Alzheimer's show at Misericordia University on Saturday.

Visitors enjoyed the final day of the Schuylkill County Fair with perfect summer weather on Sunday.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There was a splash of community spirit on Saturday in Wilkes-Barre as runners and walkers supported children in need. Nearly 75 participants hit the trail at Kirby Park for the Second Annual NEPA Run the River 5K and Fun Walk.

The race near the Susquehanna featured volunteers armed with water guns to keep runners cool.

The event raised money for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Wyoming Valley as a kickoff event to NEPA's downtown day.

FORTY FORT, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — People puckered up for the Pickle This Pickle That Pickle Fest at the Forty Fort Sports Complex. The event featured plenty of pickle-flavored food and pickle-inspired crafts.

With nearly 40 vendors on hand, there was something to relish for pickle lovers of all ages.

Celebrating culture at NEPA Latino Fiesta in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The weather could not be better for a celebration of culture in Scranton. Ethnic music and dancing took over Nay Aug Park for the third annual NEPA Latino Fiesta.

Crowds poured into the park to sample the sights and sounds, and enjoy various foods from Latin nations.

Participants say this event is important to promote diversity in northeastern Pennsylvania.

20 years of jazz history brings music to Scranton

SUNBURY — Weis Markets on Friday opened registration for its sixth annual Weis-4-School program, which is expected to generate $500,000 in donations for pre-k through eighth-grade schools in Weis Markets’ seven-state market area. Schools can register now through Oct. 31, 2025, and the program will run through April 30, 2026.

SELINSGROVE — For thirteen months, Amsa Courtney has been selling smoothie bowls in her bright yellow trailer throughout the Valley and beyond.

SUNBURY — The weather couldn’t have been more cooperative for the fourth annual Outdoor Expo, held Saturday at the Shikellamy State Park Marina area.

COAL TOWNSHIP — Jury selection for a State Correctional Institution Coal Township inmate accused of third degree homicide in 2022 will begin Monday, according to officials.