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WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— New deputies are ready to serve in Luzerne County.

The sheriff's department held a swearing-in and awards ceremony Friday at the Luzerne County Courthouse.

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The newest members took their oath of office, while current deputies were honored for outstanding service.

Tenured Sheriff Brian Szumski also presented the first-ever "Deputy of the year" award.

He says the ceremony highlights his team's dedication to serving and protecting Luzerne County.

Joseph Spotts was caught on camera allegedly stealing more than $2,100 from the Humane Fire Company.

LEWISBURG — Prudent financial practices and lower debt levels of rural businesses can make them more resilient and better equipped to navigate economic uncertainties brought on by the current high-tariff environment, Christine Ngo, associate professor of economics at Bucknell University, said.

Nearly five years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Valley test scores remain below grade level.

SUNBURY — Northumberland County officials say children and youth officials investigated 538 reports of suspected child abuse cases in 2023.

SELINSGROVE — The 79th season of the Selinsgrove Speedway will open April 11 with new promoters who have been working around the clock getting the track ready.

SUNBURY — Shikellamy has hired four new Reponse to Instruction and Intervention teachers.

SUNBURY — This weekend marks the start of the 2025 trout fishing season, and a spokesman for the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission expects more than 500,000 anglers will cast lines in area creeks and tributaries.

LEWISBURG — A Williamsport woman tried to punch a staff member and threatened employees at the emergency room at WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital in Lewisburg on March 30, according to state police in Milton.

The West End Food Pantry lost a beloved volunteer in a crash last month. Newswatch 16's Emily Kress shows us how her service is being honored.