1. Eachus & Barletta Battle Over Dredge Project HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A controversy in Hazleton has the mayor and a state representative butting heads. A private company wants to use construct... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 11:45PM EST |
2. Governor Orders Flags in Lehigh County to Fly At Half Staff HARRISBURG, DAUPHIN COUNTY- Governor Ed Rendell has ordered flags to fly at half staff in honor of Sergeant Mark Renninger, a native of the Lehigh Val... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 9:39PM EST |
3. Controlled Deer Hunts Offer an Easier Option WEST PENN TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY- Hunters normally trudge into the woods, climb up into a stand and wait for house, sometimes days. But some deer... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 8:15PM EST |
4. Help Needed With "Stockings From Santa" Lewisburg, Union County- The owners of a pet store in central Pennsylvania are doing their part to send some holiday cheer to our troops overseas. And... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 5:42PM EST |
5. Mother and Son Team Up and Get a Buck WEST PENN TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY- One proud mother and her son bagged a big buck Monday morning. Kim Williams, a mother from White Haven said, &q... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 4:19PM EST |
6. Wounded War Vet Speaks as Wilkes WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- A wounded Iraq war veteran, who is also a double amputee, spoke about his war-time experience at Wilkes University. Lieu... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 4:10PM EST |
7. Police Officer, Pregnant Wife Expect to Lose Jobs EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - Two Stroud Area Regional Police Officers will soon be laid off. They are John Egan and Paul Duffy. Duffy said, "... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 3:25PM EST |
8. The 3/50 Project STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - Some people say online shopping hurts Mom and Pop businesses. A blogger has launched an effort to promote home town shopp... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 3:18PM EST |
9. Fire Forces Family from Home SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- A house was badly damaged in a Scranton fire Monday morning. It happened on Oakwood Place around 4:00 AM . Fire fighters ... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 2:05PM EST |
10. Hunter Accidentally Shoots Himself BENTON TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Just minutes after buck season kicked off, officials tell us a hunter accidentally shot himself here off Reynol... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 11:15AM EST |
11. Hunters Get an Early Start GOULDSBORO, WAYNE COUNTY -- Chances are you know at least one of the 750,000 hunters expected to hit the woods of Pennsylvania today, the first day o... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 11:05AM EST |
12. Hunters Ready to Kick Off Buck Season
Monday, November 30, 2009 at 08:37AM EST |
13. How To Score Deals On Cyber Monday Cyber Monday is one of the busiest online shopping days of the year. So before you squeeze in a little shopping from your desk at work Consumer report... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 06:02AM EST |
14. How To Be A Savvy Cyber Monday Shopper Retailers are offering big bargains on Cyber Monday. According to the National Retail Federation 87% are planning some sort of sale or special deal. W... Monday, November 30, 2009 at 05:27AM EST |
15. Suspect Arrested for Plymouth Murder PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE COUNTY - A 23-year-old man is facing charges in connection with a murder from late Saturday night in Luzerne County. Martin Green, 2... Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 9:30PM EST |
16. Man Arrested for Injuring Cop During Scuffle WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY - One man is facing charges after allegedly fighting with police in Wilkes-Barre. Cops say Anthony Mathis attacked severa... Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 9:27PM EST |
17. Man Arrested for Shooting at Woman WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY - A Wilkes-Barre man is locked up tonight after police say he shot at a woman. Jerry McNeill was arrested just after 2:00... Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 9:24PM EST |
18. New Hanover Township K-9 Helps in Drug Bust HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY - A Hanover Township woman is facing charges tonight after a drug raid. Police say their seized drugs, packaging mat... Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 9:21PM EST |
19. Pedestrian Hit By Car While Helping at Accident Scene EAST BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY - A pedestrian was hit by a car while trying to help an accident victim early Sunday morning in Schuylkill ... Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 9:18PM EST |
20. Hunters Get Ready to Hit the Woods for Deer Season HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY - Tens of thousands of hunters are getting ready to hit the woods across the region early Monday morning. Deer season... Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 9:11PM EST |
21. Historic Church Closes Its Doors in Hazleton HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY - The first, and only, Tyrolean Roman Catholic Church in the United States held its final mass Sunday afternoon. Parishoners ... Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 9:07PM EST |
22. Death Investigation in Plymouth PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A dead body was taken from an apartment at 15 Shawnee Avenue Sunday, and the district attorney's office is investigat... Sunday, November 29, 2009 at 3:05PM EST |
23. Festival of Trees Helps Theatre Group & Needy Families BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY - A holiday season tradition is up and running in Bloomsburg. The 21st annual Treefest is underway at the Caldwell Consist... Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 9:39PM EST |
24. Close Call as Trooper's Car Catches Fire SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - A trooper had a close call, Saturday, when his state police cruiser caught fire. State police at Dunmore say Trooper Mar... Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 9:20PM EST |
25. Craft Fair Helps Holiday Shoppers & Community KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY - An organization that helps fire victims is helping holiday shoppers fill their gift lists The American Red Cross Holiday Cr... Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 9:12PM EST |
26. Police Investigate Woman's Fall WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY - An investigation is underway in Wilkes-Barre after a woman fell from a second story window. It happened early Saturday ... Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 9:06PM EST |
27. Police Car Hit, 2 Officers Hurt MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Charges are pending against a teenager accused of crashing his car into a police cruiser. The Moosic squad car ended up br... Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 8:56PM EST |
28. Vandals Make Mess at Family's Home MADISON TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Police are searching for vandals who broke into a home and caused plenty of damage. It happened at the Lancaster... Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 8:46PM EST |
29. Man Arrested After Standoff CONYNGHAM TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A four-hour standoff here ended with the gunman shot and behind bars. It happened at St. Mary's Park Friday... Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 5:01PM EST |
30. Nay Aug Lights SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- The Christmas holiday tradition is back in Scranton. The city of Scranton officially turned on the holiday lights at Nay ... Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 12:20PM EST |
31. Looking for the Perfect Tree THORNHURST, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- While many families were out shopping today for the perfect present.. others were looking for the perfect tree to put t... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 11:57PM EST |
32. Salvation Army Kettle Campaign WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- The Salvation Army kicked off its annual kettle campaign on Friday Eyewitness News stopped by Boscov's in Downtown W... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 11:54PM EST |
33. Stand-Off Ends Peacefully MOCANAQUA, LUZERNE COUNTY- A standoff in Luzerne County ended peacefully after more than 5 hours of keeping police at bay. It happened in Mocanaqua. M... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 11:52PM EST |
34. Buddy Check: TCMC Researches Breast Cancer Drug (11/28/09) SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- The fight against breast cancer is well underway at The Commonwealth Medical College in Scranton. Dr. Daniel Flynn from T... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 9:41PM EST |
35. State Police Surround Mocanaqua Park MOCANAQUA, LUZERNE COUNTY - State Police had a park in Mocanaqua surrounded for hours Friday afternoon. Troopers would not comment on the situation th... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 7:10PM EST |
36. Mocanaqua Standoff MOCANAQUA, LUZERNE COUNTY- The State Police Special Emergency Response Team surrounded St. Mary's Park in Mocanaqua Friday afternoon into the even... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 7:04PM EST |
37. Old Forge Bakery Owner Roughed Up & Robbed OLD FORGE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - A well-known business owner in Lackawanna County was roughed-up and robbed early Friday morning. It happened in Old For... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 6:56PM EST |
38. Small Stores Ask You to Shop Local This Holiday Season OLYPHANT, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Shop locally. That's the message that smaller stores want to send to shoppers this holiday season. While a lot of th... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 6:48PM EST |
39. Shoppers Find Deals After Morning Rush Muncy Township, Lycoming County- Conventional wisdom says you have to be out bright and early to get the best Black Friday deals. But do you really ha... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 5:49PM EST |
40. Employees Log Long Hours on Black Friday Muncy Township, Lycoming County- There's one dedicated group that woke up even earlier than Black Friday shoppers Friday morning. Retail employees... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 5:47PM EST |
41. PennDOT Employee Donates Bicycles Williamsport, Lycoming County- A central Pennsylvania man is passing the holiday spirit along to some lucky children. Nearly two dozen bicycles are be... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 5:44PM EST |
42. Firefighter Fundraiser MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- When they're not on the job fighting flames, many firefighters spend their time fund-raising. That was the case for the... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 3:38PM EST |
43. Man Escapes Fire in Thornhurst THORNHURST TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Fire forced a Lackawanna County man out of his home Friday morning. The flames started at the house along Riv... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 3:35PM EST |
44. Retailers Greet Bargain-Hungry Crowds Friday Morning WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Shoppers lined up as early as Thursday afternoon to try and take advantage of the Black Friday savings. Consu... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 1:34PM EST |
45. Ten-Question Quiz Reveals Whether You Should Shop For Holidays PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY --Before you hit the stores a credit expert wants you to grab a pen and take a quiz. It could determine whether you should sh... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 1:11PM EST |
46. Black Friday Madness Begins Thanksgiving Night WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY- Now that we have counted our blessings, its time to countdown the days to Christmas. The shopping madness is al... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 12:31PM EST |
47. Pittston Diner Serves up Free Thanksgiving Dinner PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY- A new restaurant in Pittston opened its doors to the community for a free dinner on Thanksgiving. Jackets Central on South M... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 12:27PM EST |
48. Coat Drive EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY- The East Stroudsburg High School Key Club held a coat drive today at the annual Stroudsburg-East Stroudsburg South fo... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 12:23PM EST |
49. Anthracite Model Railroad Open House/Hazleton HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY- A holiday tradition in Hazleton kicked off on Thanksgiving night. The Anthracite Model Railroad Society is holding its holid... Friday, November 27, 2009 at 12:17PM EST |
50. Pre-Black Friday Shopping Lines Began at 5:30 AM SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Black Friday was still 24 hours away, but that didn't stop hundreds of shoppers Thanksgiving morning in Lackawanna C... Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 4:53PM EST |
51. Big Turnout for Thanksgiving Celebration in Honesdale HONESDALE, WAYNE COUNTY - There was a huge turnout for an annual Thanksgiving Day celebration Thursday in part of Wayne County. The dining hall inside... Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 4:46PM EST |
52. First-Ever Turkey Trot Helps Out Charities SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - While the annual Race for the Diamonds usually grabs headlines on Thanksgiving, a race in Lackawanna county made some hi... Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 4:38PM EST |
53. Run for the Diamonds in Berwick For the 100th year runners took part in a Columbia County Thanksgiving tradition: The Run for the Diamonds. The race kicks off turkey day in Berwick ... Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 4:37PM EST |
54. Free Hazleton Thanksgiving Dinner Thanksgiving is a time for one family to give back to those less fortunate. The Safe Harbor Lighthouse in Hazleton serves up a free dinner. Hundreds ... Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 4:29PM EST |
55. Satety Breaks Motorists looking to take a break from the road are greeted by some friendly faces. A number of community groups have set up shop this Thanksgiving of... Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 12:49PM EST |
56. Angel Food Ministry Helps People Stretch Grocery Budget MAHANOY CITY, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY -- You could feed a family of four for $4.30 a day. It's possible through Angel Food Ministires, a program used h... Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 05:00AM EST |
57. STORY CORRECTION We want to make a correction to a story we reported in our earlier editions of Eyewitness News. We regret that we incorrectly identified a store close... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 7:13PM EST |
58. Millions Hit the Highways for the Holiday Weekend SOUTH ABINGTON TWP., LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Millions of people are hitting the highways for the Thanksgiving holiday. AAA says this year's Thanksgiving ... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:45PM EST |
59. Delays Plague W-B/Scranton Airport AVOCA, LUZERNE COUNTY -- One place that is not moving as smoothly today, airports across the country. Wilkes-Barre / Scranton was just one place that ... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:40PM EST |
60. No Tip? You're Under Arrest! MAHANOY CITY, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY -- Would you stand up for something you believed in, even if it meant getting arrested? That's exactly what happen... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:30PM EST |
61. State Shuts Down Store for Selling Fake Purses CLARKS SUMMIT, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A Lackawanna County business is closed after state officials say it was selling counterfeit goods. The business wa... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:25PM EST |
62. Man Arrested for Performing Sex Act Outside Middle School KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A Luzerne County man was arrested outside of a middle school today. He's accused of committing a lewd act. Kingston police... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:20PM EST |
63. Soldiers Angels Give Hero's Welcomes The motorcade Brian Patton received shows the sacrifices of our servicemen and women are not forgotten. But it wasn't always this way. Veterans of war... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:10PM EST |
64. Kyri Hall Memorial at WAHS Williamsport, Lycoming County- Students at Williamsport Area High School gathered Wednesday to remember a friend lost too soon. A heart condition clai... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:08PM EST |
65. Black Friday Shopping Preview We're just hours away from one of the busiest shopping days of the year. Retailers, desperate to lure you in, are slashing prices and trying some ... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:05PM EST |
66. Free Meal: Eat In, Take Out, Delivery MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY - If you have no where to go for Thanksgiving dinner or you just can't afford a meal, a local business wants to help o... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:00PM EST |
67. National Canned Pumpkin Shortage Not a Problem Here HANOVER TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY -- A pumpkin shortage could have a big impact on your Thanksgiving meal. Heavy rain destroyed many crops for Nestle, whic... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 5:00PM EST |
68. New Crisis Counseling Center in the Poconos DELAWARE WATER GAP, MONROE COUNTY - There's now more help than ever for domestic violence victims in the Poconos. Womens Resources of Monroe Count... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 4:55PM EST |
69. Taxpayers Call County Contracts into Question WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- The Luzerne County commissioners will now review all contracts signed with the county. The decision was made after que... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 4:55PM EST |
70. Tiadaghton Valley Regional Police Force Coming Soon Jersey Shore, Lycoming County- A plan to regionalize police forces in one part of central Pennsylvania is now a reality. The Jersey Shore and Porter T... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 4:50PM EST |
71. Toyota Recall Toyota is recalling more than a hundred thousand trucks. The recall affects the Toyota Tundra model years, 2000 through 2003. It specifically targets ... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 12:10PM EST |
72. Bar Flair Show for Area Soup Kitchen WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY-T here was plenty of shaking, juggling and pouring at Lucky's Sporthouse in Wilkes-Barre Township. Bartender... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 12:04PM EST |
73. Parade of Trees HARVEYS LAKE, LUZERNE COUNTY- The 2009 parade of trees kicked off tonight at Grotto Pizza at Harveys Lake. This is the 14th year for the event. Decora... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 12:03PM EST |
74. Thousands Benefit from Family to Family Thanksgiving Tradition SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - An annual grassroots Thanksgiving food drive will allow thousands of Scranton area families to enjoy a holiday feast who... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 11:50AM EST |
75. Student Project Helps Families Stay Warm SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Food may have been the major focus Wednesday for a Thanksgiving giveaway at the Scranton Cultural Center, but coats were... Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 11:45AM EST |
76. Family to Family Basket Program Preps Underway
Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 07:51AM EST |
77. Over 2,000 Crowd Friends of the Poor Dinner SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- The Scranton Cultural Center was packed Tuesday night with people enjoying a traditional Thanksgiving meal. It was the ... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 11:55PM EST |
78. 86-Year-Old Sentenced on Sex Charges SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A man from Lackawanna County is going to prison for a sex crime that shocked even seasoned veterans. Joseph Gyuriska wa... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:45PM EST |
79. Man Sentenced for DUI Hit & Run SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A man involved in a violent hit and run in Scranton is going to prison. Cory Zaleski got 15 to 42 months. Earlier this ... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:40PM EST |
80. Could Corruption Case Allow Selenski to Escape Justice? MESHOPPEN, WYOMING COUNTY Ð The family of a murder victim in Luzerne County fears the corruption scandal at the Luzerne County Courthouse is impacting... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:35PM EST |
81. United Neighborhood Centers Sees Growing Need SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Carol Farrell of Scranton was one of the hundreds of people who came out to get her Thanksgiving food basket Tuesday. S... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:30PM EST |
82. Free Dinner, Ride, Clothes SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY - Like many of us, Bread of Life Church members are cleaning house to welcome company for Thanksgiving. Unlike many... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:25PM EST |
83. Give Ten, Ask Ten, Win One Hundred MARSHALLS CREEK, MONROE COUNTY - The Monroe County United Way hopes to raise more than a million dollars by the end of the year. But so far it only ha... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:20PM EST |
84. PennDOT's Task: Fixing the Bad Bridges Fixing the bridges. ItÕs a monumental task for PennDOT. It has to deal with dozens of old structures. The transportation department has struggled with... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:20PM EST |
85. Power Surge: Shopping For Power If you're a PPL customer and dreading the 30 percent rate hike next year, there is some good news. Another electricity provider is offering lower ... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:15PM EST |
86. Millions of Cribs Recalled The Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling more than two-million drop-side cribs. The products were all produced by Stork Craft Manufacturing... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:10PM EST |
87. Hundreds Prep for Thanksgiving Community Dinner SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- It takes hundreds of volunteers all day to prepare dinner for 2,000 guests. Dozens of potato peelers showed up an hour... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 5:00PM EST |
88. Cosmetic Surgery Tax Proposal Cosmetic surgery could soon be taxed under new federal health care reform. Senate Democrats added a proposed 5% tax on elective cosmetic procedures. D... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 4:55PM EST |
89. I-81 Back Open, Traffic Still A Mess LUZERNE COUNTY -- The southbound lanes of I-81 were closed for about 3 hours between Avoca and Pittston after a tractor trailer crashed around 1:00 P.... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 4:45PM EST |
90. New Hostess at Friends of the Poor Dinner SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- The annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner here started 33 years ago, through "Friends of the Poor" founder, S... Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 08:58AM EST |
91. Bloomsburg Emergency Responders Honored BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY- Three fire fighters and two police officers were saluted Monday night for their service on the job, in the line of duty.... Monday, November 23, 2009 at 10:56PM EST |
92. Former WVSA Billing Clerk Sentenced for Stealing WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A Luzerne County woman learned her fate for stealing thousands of dollars in taxpayer money. Karen Holly admits she em... Monday, November 23, 2009 at 5:20PM EST |
93. Son Accused of Stabbing Father in the Poconos STROUD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY -- A Monroe County man is accused of stabbing his father. Police say Gerald Neil, Jr. stabbed his dad Gerald Senior mul... Monday, November 23, 2009 at 5:15PM EST |
94. Man Sentenced for Serial Bank Robberies WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A Hanover Township man was sentenced Monday for robbing six area banks. 29-year-old Adam Verdekal was sentenced to 10 ... Monday, November 23, 2009 at 5:10PM EST |
95. Teen Mistaken for Turkey, Shot in Hunting Accident HUNTINGTON TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY -- A teen was shot this weekend while setting traps in the woods. It happened along Town Hill Road in Huntington Towns... Monday, November 23, 2009 at 5:05PM EST |
96. Sanofi Pasteur Employees Donate to Kids in Need MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY - Sanofi Pasteur employees dropped off a truckload of donations for Monroe County Head Start Monday afternoon. Employee Pa... Monday, November 23, 2009 at 5:00PM EST |
97. Professor: Letters to Santa Reveal What Kids Really Want SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A psychology professor from the University of Scranton has analyzed hundreds of letters to Santa to better understand w... Monday, November 23, 2009 at 4:57PM EST |
98. Bear Season Opens Monday LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- The first day of bear season means a lot of hungry mouths to feed at Chick's Diner in Scranton. "Definitely, definitely... Monday, November 23, 2009 at 11:19AM EST |
99. West Hazleton Fire Ruled Arson WEST HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A fierce fire in a Luzerne County neighborhood is a case of arson. Eyewitness News first told you about the West Hazl... Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 6:30PM EST |
100. Man Killed in Northern Tier Crash RUTLAND TWP., TIOGA COUNTY -- State police suspect alcohol for a deadly pickup truck crash near the Tioga-Bradford County line. It happened overnight ... Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 6:25PM EST |
101. Another Church Holds Final Mass KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY - A Kingston church community is coping with the loss of their 108-year-old house of worship. Saint Mary's Annunciation Churc... Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 6:20PM EST |
102. Pocono Mountain Students Line Up for Vaccine SWIFTWATER, MONROE COUNTY -- Students in the Poconos lined-up Sunday to get the swine flu vaccine. It was the last day for student H1N1 vaccines in th... Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 6:15PM EST |
103. Blood Drive Helps Fill Need in Poconos EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY -- People in the Poconos turned out Sunday afternoon to give the gift of life. Eyewitness News stopped by a blood driv... Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 6:10PM EST |
104. U of Scranton Students Helping the Needy SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- College kids in Scranton spent the day putting together Thanksgiving food baskets for the needy. Eyewitness News stoppe... Sunday, November 22, 2009 at 6:05PM EST |
105. Fire Destroys One Home, Damages Another WEST HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY - Fire leaves a two-story home in ruins and another badly damaged. It's a fire that kept fire crews on scene all Saturda... Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 9:50PM EST |
106. Lackawanna County Home Heavily Damaged by Fire NEWTON TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A Lackawanna County home has heavy damage after a fierce fire. It broke out Saturday afternoon around 3:30 near ... Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 9:45PM EST |
107. Person Shot in Hunting Accident Near Shickshinny HUNTINGTON TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY -- State police in Luzerne County have turned over a Shickshinny area shooting investigation to the state Game Commiss... Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 9:40PM EST |
108. Suspect in Two High Speed Chases Finally Locked Up SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A man accused of two high speed police chases is locked up in Lackawanna County. 37-year-old Derek Banks was jailed aft... Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 9:35PM EST |
109. Thief Swipes Copper from W-B Church WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Wilkes-Barre police are looking for a thief who stole copper from a church. Someone broke into Puritan Congregational ... Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 9:30PM EST |
110. Thousands Turn Out for Swine Flu Vaccine KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- People in Luzerne County lined up Saturday afternoon for the swine flu vaccine. It's day-2 of a 3-day state-wide vaccinati... Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 9:25PM EST |
111. Another Big Crowd Picks Up Free Meals PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- The largest holiday food drive in Northeastern Pennsylvania continued Saturday. The Commission on Economic Opportun... Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 9:15PM EST |
112. Santa Stops by Scranton and Wilkes-Barre SCRANTON & WILKES-BARRE -- Santa made his debut for the season in Scranton Saturday morning, and Wilkes-Barre in the afternoon. Santa was part of... Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 5:17PM EST |
113. Judges 'Immune' To Parts of Juvenile Lawsuits WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- A federal court judge released three opinions on Friday related to the civil cases against two rogue former judges. Mic... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 11:59PM EST |
114. Neighbors: Drug Suspect Tries To Rundown Trooper SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- A state police trooper was sent running after narrowly being hit by a speeding car, according to neighbors who say they ... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 11:55PM EST |
115. Police Bust Indoor Marijuana Growing Operation NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY- Drug agents and State Police raided a massive indoor marijuana growing operation. It was operating inside the L. S. Bowl-A-... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 11:50PM EST |
116. 109th Hosts Wrestling Fundraiser NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY- Pennnsyvlania Patriots of the 109th Field Artillery were taking part in a unique fundraiser Friday night. The Nanticoke Arm... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 10:59PM EST |
117. Williamsport Welcomes Santa WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY- The weather was picture perfect for a parade. And Friday night, the city of Williamsport welcomed Santa. A large crowd ... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 10:30PM EST |
118. Luzerne County Serviceman Dies Overseas Luzerne County has lost another serviceman overseas. Navy Petty Officer Brian Patton died Thursday in Kuwait serving in operation Iraqi Freedom. Patt... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 6:10PM EST |
119. LHU Students Protest Library Plans Lock Haven, Clinton County- Students at Lock Haven University are protesting. They staged a sit-in outside the university president's office Frida... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 5:33PM EST |
120. Murder Sentenced to Prison MONROE COUNTY- A Monroe County man is heading to prison on murder charges. Fritz Dejoie of Blakeslee was sentenced to serve 17 to 40 years in prison. ... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 5:33PM EST |
121. Men Accused of Animal Abuse in Court BROADHEADSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY- Two men accused of abusing a cat were faced charges in Monroe County court. Police said Thomas Cotter and Andrew Prove... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 5:30PM EST |
122. Jessup Man Pleads Guilty to Theft JESSUP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- A Lackawanna County man has pleaded guilty to more theft charges, which were filed after a WBRE story. Phillip Montemarano,... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 5:27PM EST |
123. Dimock Township Families Sue Gas Driller Over Water Problems DIMOCK TOWNSHIP, SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY - Families in one part of Susquehanna County say they're living a nightmare. They say their water is bad and t... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 5:09PM EST |
124. Former School Official Accused of Giving Alcohol to Minors BROADHEADSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY- A former high school athletic director is going to court. Anthony Creece is accused of giving alcohol to teenage girls... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 5:08PM EST |
125. Peckville Man Pleads Guilty to Smashing Governor's Cup SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - The man who smashed the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees Governor's Cup earlier this year entered a guilty plea Friday... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 4:52PM EST |
126. Radio Station Collects Food for Less Fortunate DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - A local radio station is doing its part to help the needy this Thanksgiving. Froggy 101 held its annual 'Thanks ... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 4:44PM EST |
127. Billtown Model Train Expo Williamsport, Lycoming County- Model train enthusiasts can check out quite a display in Billtown this weekend. The annual model train expo at Park Pla... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 4:31PM EST |
128. "Evolution of Rock" at the C.A.C. Williamsport, Lycoming County- Rock and Roll fans, listen up! This show is just for you. The Uptown Music Collective will present "The Evolution ... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 4:28PM EST |
129. County Avoids a Tax Increase STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - While many counties have had to raise taxes, it looks like on will hold the line. Monroe County unveiled its proposed bud... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 3:17PM EST |
130. Unprecedented Effort to Keep Students Safe Online PALMYRA TOWNSHIP, PIKE COUNTY - Tens of thousands of students in the Poconos will benefit from a privately-funded lesson on computer safety. It's the ... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 1:09PM EST |
131. Pair of Robberies Overnight in Scranton SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A worker at a Scranton CVS store believes it was a regular customer who tried to rob the store this morning. Police say... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 10:45AM EST |
132. Jury to Decide Fate of Accused Home Invaders WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- The jury will get the case, today, concerning a brutal Luzerne County home invasion. Closing arguments were given yest... Friday, November 20, 2009 at 05:30AM EST |
133. Wilkes Student Stabbed, Another Robbed WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- Freshman student Edward Maye was stabbed after a scuffle with two would-be robbers, according to police. Maye was trans... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 11:58PM EST |
134. Former Superintendent Reports to Jail WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- Eyewitness news has just learned a local official tied to corruption in Luzerne County is now in jail. Doctor Ross Scara... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 11:31PM EST |
135. Eyewitness News Special: Depersonalization of Communication WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- Cell phones and computers. We love them, we use them, and some of us just can't live without them. Wilkes University... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 9:09PM EST |
136. W-B/Scranton Airport Affected by Computer Glitch AVOCA, LUZERNE COUNTY - A computer glitch caused problems for air travelers across the country and at the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton International Airpo... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 8:36PM EST |
137. Woman Accused of False Robbery Report SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- A Scranton woman is in trouble with the law for making up an assault and robbery story. Lisa Marie Pascucci, 40, claimed ... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 8:04PM EST |
138. Changes Coming to COLTS Bus Service in Lackawanna County SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - The future of COLTS bus service was the topic of a forum Thursday night in Lackawanna County. Company officials met with... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 6:55PM EST |
139. United Way Fundraising Campaign Wraps Up DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - After months of hard work, the 2009 United Way fundraising drive in Lackawanna and Wayne counties has come to an end... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 6:46PM EST |
140. Students Question LHU California Trip Lock Haven, Clinton County- Students at one local college want answers about money spent on a trip to California by members of the student government.... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 5:42PM EST |
141. Couple Accused of Setting Fire to Own Business - Twice CLIFFORD, SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY -- Police say Victor and Tammy Santarelli were so angry about losing their home and business because of financial proble... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 5:30PM EST |
142. Animal Ghosts Haunt Business POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY - It appears animals are haunting a business in the Poconos. A family says furry poltergeists have been lurking around ... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 3:58PM EST |
143. Man in Court for Allegedly Shooting Four People POCONO PINES, MONROE COUNTY - There was extra security on hand for a preliminary hearing in Pocono Pines Thursday. It was a hearing for Dheklan John. ... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 3:52PM EST |
144. Free H1N1 Vaccine Clinics Statewide The State Department of Health is holding free H1N1 clinics this weekend. They’re giving out the vaccine to target groups most at risk. Clinics... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 3:03PM EST |
145. Vital Link to Downtown Scranton About to Reopen SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Work on a nearly year-and-a-half long bridge project is just about complete. It's normally one of the most traveled brid... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 10:40AM EST |
146. A "Great" Day to Kick the Habit The American Cancer Society wants Thursday, November 19th, to be the day for smokers to kick the habit. It's the 33rd anniversary of the "Great Americ... Thursday, November 19, 2009 at 04:56AM EST |
147. Courthouse Probe Continues Shakeup inside the courthouse. In one corner, FBI agents raid the office of fired Human Resources Director Doug Richards. In another, Judge Michael To... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 11:59PM EST |
148. Health and Fitness Night PECKVILLE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- Health and fitness were on the minds of many people in Peckville Tuesday night. The Valley View Elementary P-T-A hosted ... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 11:53PM EST |
149. Human Resources Manager Fired, FBI Searches Offices WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Luzerne County Human Resources Manager Doug Richards announced yesterday he would resign December 4th. Today the count... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 6:00PM EST |
150. Luzerne County Judge Postpones Cases WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- In another unusual development Wednesday at the Luzerne County Courthouse, Luzerne County Judge Michael Toole unexpect... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:55PM EST |
151. Brutal Home Invasion Victims Testify LUZERNE COUNTY Ð There was lots of emotion and tension as two elderly victims of a brutal home invasion testified against their two alleged attackers ... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:50PM EST |
152. Recount Process Begins in Lackawanna County DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Election workers were very busy across the region Wednesday. Every county began a recount for state Superior Court ... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:45PM EST |
153. Woman Arrested for Forging Her Employer's Checks SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- $76,000. That's how much police say a Scranton woman stole from her employer. Dolores Seber is facing a slew of charges... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:40PM EST |
154. County Jobs Cut to Balance Budget Sunbury, Northumberland County- Northumberland County commissioners have placed 10 county jobs on the chopping block. It's part of their effort to... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:37PM EST |
155. Huge Turnout for Job Openings FORTY FORT, LUZERNE COUNTY -- About 200 people more than expected showed up for Gateway Energy Services open house. Gateway Energy Services is hiring ... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:35PM EST |
156. Gun Store Ammunition Shortages If you're hunting this season, you better get to the gun shop quickly. Gun owners and dealers say a huge ammunition shortage is becoming a problem. Ey... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:25PM EST |
157. No School This Week After Pipe Mess SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY - One thousand intermediate school students have the entire week off because a burst pipe flooded their school. It ... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:23PM EST |
158. Man Sentenced for Torching State Rep's Office MOUNT CARMEL, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY -- A Northumberland County man pleaded no contest to arson charges Wednesday. He entered the plea just before his ... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:22PM EST |
159. Honesdale Councilman in Court, Charged with Outburst HONESDALE, WAYNE COUNTY -- A Honesdale councilman, charged in connection with an outburst at a fast food restaurant, wants a preliminary hearing. 65-y... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:20PM EST |
160. Couple Charged With Child Abuse Requests Hearing HONESDALE, WAYNE COUNTY -- A Wayne County couple, charged with child abuse, made a request today for a preliminary hearing. Eyewitness News first told... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:15PM EST |
161. Former Committeeman Paroled After Molestation Sentence STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY -- A former Republican committeeman convicted of molesting a teenager is free on parole. A judge granted parole to John Cur... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:10PM EST |
162. Man to Face Trial on Molestation Charges HONESDALE, WAYNE COUNTY -- An out of state man will go to trial in Wayne County on charges of molesting children. Glenn Swendsen III of Narrowsburg, N... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:05PM EST |
163. Man Sentenced for Deadly Crash MIDDLEBURG, SNYDER COUNTY -- A man who admitted to causing a deadly crash in Snyder County is going to state prison. Myron Myers was sentenced to spen... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 5:00PM EST |
164. Hospital Rejects Government Mammogram Guidelines EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - The backlash against a government panel's mammogram guidelines continues to grow. The US Preventive Services Tas... Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 2:26PM EST |
165. State Police Investigating Deadly Crash Near Hazleton EBERVALE, LUZERNE COUNTY - A driver went off Oakmont Drive, crossed over Rt. 940 and slammed into a house Tuesday night around 9 p. m. The driver was ... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 10:57PM EST |
166. Drug Ring Busted at ESU EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY- Police say they've busted up a major marijuana ring operating on the East Stroudsburg University campus. Police a... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 8:55PM EST |
167. Man Arrested on Rape Charges NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY - A Northumberland County man is is behind bars. He's accused of raping a woman at gunpoint. Dwaine Gauger of Montandon is a... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 6:58PM EST |
168. New jobs for Luzerne County Up to seventy new jobs are coming to Luzerne County . Gateway Energy Services is bringing a customer service call center to Forty Fort. The company i... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 5:52PM EST |
169. Embattled Judge Lokuta May Return To Bench HARRISBURG, DAUPHIN COUNTY- Weighing the evidence, suspended Luzerne County Judge Ann Lokuta could get a break. Asked what punishment she should face... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 5:50PM EST |
170. Volunteer Firefighter Sentenced for Arson in Lackawanna County SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - A former volunteer firefighter is going to prison after a series of arsons in Lackawanna County. Benjamin Christensen di... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 5:44PM EST |
171. State Layoffs to Impact Northeastern Pennsylvania SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - More than 300 state workers are getting bad news this week. They're being told they're out of a job because of t... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 5:36PM EST |
172. Star Wars In Concert: Exhibit Preview WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY --Star Wars has invaded Wilkes-Barre! Actually it's a concert. But it's sure stirring up a lot of excitement. &qu... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 5:09PM EST |
173. Highway Improvement Increases Safety Cogan House Township, Lycoming County- A highway improvement project is drawing rave reviews for increasing safety along a busy stretch of road in cen... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 5:02PM EST |
174. Woman Killed in Monroe County DELAWARE WATER GAP, MONROE COUNTY- An East Stroudsburg woman was killed Monday night near the Delaware Water Gap. Police say Heather Sandowick, 22, wa... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 4:51PM EST |
175. Teen Sentenced for Man's Death WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- A Nanticoke teen, who admitted he hit a man who later died, has been sentenced. Zireek Gardener, 19, was sentenced to 2 ... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 3:45PM EST |
176. Richards Resigns from County Position WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- Human Resources Manager Doug Richards is expected to resign from his position. Richards has held that job for several ye... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 3:41PM EST |
177. Wayne County Fire SOUTH CANAAN TOWNSHIP, WAYNE COUNTY- Flames force two people out of their Wayne County home. The fire broke out around 11:00 Monday night on Shaffer R... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 3:36PM EST |
178. Mammogram guideline change An influential group is raising the recommended age for mammograms and raising big concerns as well. The U. S. Preventive Task Force, made up of doct... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 2:50PM EST |
179. Foreclosure Scam Artist STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - A woman who ripped off people who were desperate to save their homes will spend time behind bars for her crimes. A Monroe... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 2:37PM EST |
180. New Swine Flu Vaccine Clinic In Wilkes-Barre The Kirby Health Center to hold a swine flu clinic on Friday, November 20th from 2 to 7 p. m.. Vaccines are available to high risk city residents, whi... Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 11:55AM EST |
181. Woman Hit & Killed in Poconos SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY - Route 611 near Delaware Water Gap was closed for about two hours Monday night. An SUV struck and killed a woman a... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 10:23PM EST |
182. Cab Company Worker Injured in Armed Robbery SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - There's a reward being offered for help in finding a man involved in a violent Scranton robbery. It happened just af... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 6:00PM EST |
183. GM to Stop Selling Saabs at Two Local Dealerships DALLAS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- The General Motors bankruptcy brings bad news to a Dallas Township car dealer. Kunkle Motors will no longer be able... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5:55PM EST |
184. I-Team: One on One with the President Judge WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- In an I-Team special report, we look into the future of the embattled Luzerne County Courthouse and the federal corrup... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5:50PM EST |
185. Police Release Robbery Surveillance Picture KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Police in Kingston want you take a look at some surveillance camera pictures of robbery earlier this month. A man walked i... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5:46PM EST |
186. New Transportation Facility Opens in Hazleton HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- The city of Hazleton officially opened a new transportation center Monday. The Church Street Station is an intermodal faci... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5:45PM EST |
187. Turkey Sales Seeing Mixed Results Watsontown, Northumberland County- With Thanksgiving just ten days away, large-scale poultry producers in central Pennsylvania say they're seeing ... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5:30PM EST |
188. Leaders Meet for Economic Summit Williamsport, Lycoming County- It was part two of an economic development summit in Lycoming County Monday. Local leaders met at Penn College in Willi... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5:25PM EST |
189. Hunger Exhibit Opens at Marywood University SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - The issues of hunger and poverty are the focus of a new art exhibit that will travel across the state. The Witnesses to ... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5:20PM EST |
190. Hunger for Justice Week WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- King's College students are trading in their warm dorm rooms for cardboard boxes. For 60 hours, co-eds are raising awa... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 5:15PM EST |
191. State Money Flowing After Budget Battle COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY - Money is finally flowing after the long state budget battle. While lawmakers argued for more than 100 days, vital ... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 1:21PM EST |
192. Operation Touch of Home BRODHEADSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY - In this economy, many charities have reported a drop in donations but one group dedicated to helping our service peopl... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 12:14PM EST |
193. 309 Project Starts Monday HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- When you hear of slick roads causing accidents, you're likely to picture icy roads in the winter. That's not the ... Monday, November 16, 2009 at 07:40AM EST |
194. Police Looking for Car Wash Vandal HANOVER TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY -- Police in Luzerne County need your help to track down a car wash vandal. This is a surveillance picture from the Dunde... Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 5:39PM EST |
195. High-Risk Rescue Training for Firefighters SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Firefighters in Scranton spent the day preparing for high-risk rescues. Eyewitness News checked out the training exerci... Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 5:38PM EST |
196. Fundraiser/Rally Reaches Out to Homeless Women WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY - Hundreds of people gave their time, money and support Sunday in Wilkes-Barre to help a growing problem -- homelessness ... Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 5:37PM EST |
197. Collecting Donations Instead of Gifts BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY -- A Columbia County church is putting a fundraising spin on gift-giving for the holidays. First English Baptist Church in... Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 5:36PM EST |
198. Bloom Hosts Great American Smokeout Run/Walk BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY -- Athletes were pounding the pavement in an effort to snuff out smoking. Eyewitness News stopped by Bloomsburg University... Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 5:35PM EST |
199. Record Turnout for Deutsch Institute Brunch SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- People who struggle with mental and physical disabilities got a helping hand Sunday in Scranton. The Deutsch Institute ... Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 5:33PM EST |
200. Silent Santa Needs Your Help HAZLETON - Silent Santa provides Christmas gifts to needy children. They rely on donations from the public or businesses to achieve their goal. But in... Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 5:30PM EST |
201. Catholic Church Closes in Throop THROOP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- St. Bridget's Catholic Church in Throop held its first mass in 1918 and its final mass Sunday morning. "I'm... Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 3:17PM EST |
202. Operation Touch of Home Collecting Donations EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY -- While many of us are planning our own holiday lists, a group in the Poconos is thinking about our local men and wom... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 9:40PM EST |
203. Rally Takes on Illegal Immigration Issue HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A rally Saturday afternoon in Luzerne County took on illegal immigration. A protest at Hazleton City Hall was one of sever... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 9:30PM EST |
204. Fire at Foxmoor Village Ruled Arson MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TWP., MONROE COUNTY -- An overnight fire that destroyed a furniture store building in the Poconos was no accident. That's the ruling... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 6:20PM EST |
205. Schuylkill County Man Killed in ATV Crash SCHUYLKILL TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY -- Eyewitness News has learned the identity of a man killed in an ATV crash here early Saturday morning. State... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 6:15PM EST |
206. Burglary Under Investigation in Montour County VALLEY TOWNSHIP, MONTOUR COUNTY -- State police are investigating a Montour County business burglary that caused more than $10,000 damage. It happened... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 6:10PM EST |
207. Thanksgiving Meals Provided for Those in Need PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- People here waited in line for hours. Not for Black Friday sales. Not to get their picture taken with Santa at the... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 6:05PM EST |
208. Long Line for Swine Flu Vaccines in Scranton SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A long line of people in Lackawanna County waited Saturday for the swine flu vaccine. Hundreds turned out at Scranton H... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 6:00PM EST |
209. Employee's Car Stolen from Dealership PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A man who works here says he's a victim of a car thief, and for the second time. James Kovitch of Wyoming work... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 5:55PM EST |
210. Newsmakers To Air Sunday-November 15 Topic Building A Northeast PA Workforce Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url#ieooui } /* Style Definitions */ table. MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tst... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 12:17PM EST |
211. Scott Township Fire SCOTT TOWNSHIP, COLUMBIA COUNTY -Fire crews in Scott Township battled a two alarm fire on Friday night.. A storage shed on the property of Hartzel Dis... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 12:14PM EST |
212. Stone Castle Motel Fire MONTOUR TOWNSHIP, COLUMBIA COUNTY- Fire crews from across Columbia County were kept busy Friday evening. A fire damaged part of the Stone Castle Mote... Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 12:07PM EST |
213. Courthouse Crimewatch WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- There's a unique crime watch effort at the Luzerne County courthouse. It comes amid an F. B.I. investigation that ha... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 6:55PM EST |
214. Jobs Eliminated in 2010 Scranton Budget SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Several jobs are being eliminated in the city of Scranton. The news came Friday afternoon as city leaders released their... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 6:33PM EST |
215. Ground Broken for First Corporate Park Tenant SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - A large corporate center in Scranton is about to get its first tenant. A medical real estate company is the first to bui... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 6:23PM EST |
216. Kick-a-Thon For Bone Marrow Transplant Selinsgrove, Snyder County- Burns Tae Kwon Do in Selinsgrove will host a kick-a-thon on Saturday November 14th at 11:30am. The event will benefit Dave... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 6:02PM EST |
217. Creative Fundraiser at Central PA Library Williamsport, Lycoming County- State budget cuts are severely impacting libraries across the Commonwealth. So one local library is getting creative wi... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 5:59PM EST |
218. PennDOT Workers Donate Tons of Food Williamsport, Lycoming County- Employees at PennDOT's district office in central Pennsylvania have completed their annual "Food Fight." ... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 5:57PM EST |
219. SPCA "Pawtraits" Calendar Available Williamsport, Lycoming County- The Lycoming County SPCA is offering a great way to cross the pet lover off your holiday shopping list. Their 2010 &quo... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 5:54PM EST |
220. New Santa House in Billtown Williamsport, Lycoming County - Everyone enjoys getting gifts at Christmas time- even Santa Claus himself. The jolly old elf was on hand to check out ... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 5:51PM EST |
221. Adoption Week Appreciation It's national adoption week. On Friday a luncheon celebrated local families who took a child into their homes. Sandra Dobson of Wilkes-Barre was ... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 5:26PM EST |
222. Donnie Skiff Scholarship Friends of a murdered Luzerne County man hope to keep his memory alive through music. A Friday night fundraising concert will raise money for the Don... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 5:17PM EST |
223. Animal Shelter Grand Opening STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - For the first time in nearly ten months stray animals will have a place to go in Monroe County. The PSPCA abruptly closed... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 4:07PM EST |
224. Sing Like Dorothy Contest Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County - The "" was held yesterday. Contestants belted out the Wizard of Oz classic "Somewhere Over the Rainbow&q... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 2:06PM EST |
225. Operation Touch of Home TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY - Veterans Day has come and gone but many people say we should continue to show our appreciation. A Pocono area group is c... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 1:30PM EST |
226. Man Dies in Shenandoah Fire SHENANDOAH, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY -- One person is dead and two homes are destroyed after a Schuylkill County fire. Schuylkill County Coroner Joseph Lipse... Friday, November 13, 2009 at 05:00AM EST |
227. Plains Twp. Turkey Hill Gets Thumbs-Up PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Amid accusations of back-room deals and conflicts of interest, Plains Township Commissioners give a conditional gre... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 11:45PM EST |
228. West Pittston Council Fires Veteran Police Officer WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY- We have an update to a story the I-Team broke Thursday evening. It's about an investigation into missing money in t... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 11:40PM EST |
229. Skate for a Cause Raises Money for Police WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- They were skating for a cause at Skateaway in Wilkes-Barre Thursday night. The roller skating rink hosted public safety ... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 9:26PM EST |
230. 19 Charged in Corruption Probe WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- Eyewitness News broke the story Thursday morning that another person has been charged in the on-going corruption probe i... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 8:09PM EST |
231. Missing Money at West Pittston P.D. WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY- The I-team has confirmed there's an investigation into missing money at the West Pittston Police Department. The in... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 6:44PM EST |
232. State Police Wind Turbine It stands nearly 30 feet tall and will hopefully save the State Police Dunmore barracks big bucks. "It's very important to us that we save e... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 5:24PM EST |
233. Operation Taste of Home 14 nursing homes with more than two-thousand residents all have one goal: Helping our troops overseas. Operation "Taste of Home" has collec... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 5:19PM EST |
234. Moosic Fire Ruled Arson MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- A weekend fire in Lackawanna County has been ruled arson. Fire damaged a home on Ash Street in Moosic early Sunday morning.... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 4:57PM EST |
235. Monroe County Man Accused of Assault EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY- Police have a man in custody who they say assaulted his girlfriend and ran after her with a gun. Mark McGurk, 31, is ... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 4:53PM EST |
236. Loans Available for Fire Victims Bloomsburg, Columbia County- Federal help is on the way for victims of last month's devastating fire on Main Street in Bloomsburg. The United Stat... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 4:25PM EST |
237. Ten More Suspects Charged in Bonusgate Investigation HARRISBURG, DAUPHIN COUNTY - Ten more people have been charged in connection with the ongoing Bonusgate investigation. One of the suspects is a well-k... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 3:31PM EST |
238. Man Convicted of Deadly DUI Crash WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY- A jury found a Luzerne County man guilty of causing a deadly car crash while driving drunk. Shane Herbert heard... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 3:00PM EST |
239. From in the Shadows: One Family's Battle with Bulimia JACKSON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY - Shelby Starner shot her first music video when she was just 15 years old. It's for a song from her album called ... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 2:26PM EST |
240. Teacher Accused of Growing, Packaging Pot BARRETT TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY - A junior high school teacher is accused of growing and packaging marijuana but she argues it's all a big misunde... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 2:04PM EST |
241. Episcopal Bishop Visits Wilkes-Barre WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- Saint Stephen's Pro-Cathedral welcomed a very special guest this evening. It hosted Episcopal Church presiding Bisho... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 12:41PM EST |
242. Miss Unico Crowed PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY-T here was a lot of excitement at the Woodlands tonight. All because of the Miss Unico pageant. Our Kristi Capel serve... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 12:23PM EST |
243. Honesdale Honors Veterans HONESDALE, WAYNE COUNTY- The community of Honesdale observed Veteran's Day with its first ever parade. Veterans thought this a perfect opportunity... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 12:06PM EST |
244. Domestic Dispute Ends with Intruder Stabbed PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY - A man at the center of an early morning domestic dispute is locked up in Luzerne County Prison. Police say he broke ... Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 11:07AM EST |
245. Officials Hope New Rails Maintain Jobs Williamsport, Lycoming County- It's the lifeblood of industry in Lycoming County. On Wednesday, leaders laid the tracks to ensure railroads and jo... Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 5:33PM EST |
246. Vets Honored in Central Pennsylvania Williamsport, Lycoming County- Veterans in Williamsport were honored during a service at the Garrett Cochran Armory. The event was hosted by State Rep... Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 5:31PM EST |
247. Free Car Wash for Veterans Williamsport, Lycoming County- Williamsport veterans also had the chance to spruce up their wheels for free. Owners of the Ultimate Express Car Wash h... Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 5:29PM EST |
248. Local Swine Flu Vaccine Producer Talks About Clinical Trials SWIFTWATER, MONROE COUNTY - A major vaccine maker has released the most recent clinical results of its Swine Flu Vaccine tests. That vaccine is produc... Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 4:51PM EST |
249. Church Needs Help Sending Presents DALLAS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Children throughout the world are set to receive Christmas gifts from the Trinity Presbyterian church here. Church... Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 4:18PM EST |
250. Name Change for Arena in Wilkes-Barre Township WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Eyewitness News has learned the Wachovia Arena at Casey Plaza will soon become the Mohegan Sun Arena at Case... Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 12:20PM EST |
251. Red, White & Blue Veterans Day Tradition MAYFIELD, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Veterans are being remembered as heroes in a Lackawanna County community with a massive display of red, white and blue. ... Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 11:17AM EST |
252. Scranton Honors Vets with Ceremony LACKAWANNA CO. - Ltc. A. Joseph Albert Ret., the Commander of the Koch-Conley American Legion Post #121 Scranton , will be among those giving remarks ... Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 07:20AM EST |
253. Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce Night of Honors WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY-It was night of honors and recognition for the Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce. Our Candice Kelly served as emcee for th... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 11:57PM EST |
254. Day Two of State Corruption Hearings PLAINS TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY -- A judge out of control - and people in a court system who were afraid to take him on. It was all heard on day two of th... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:30PM EST |
255. Barber Arrested for Overcharging Jail for Haircuts WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A barber hired to cut inmates' hair at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility has been arrested. Robert Licata has b... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:25PM EST |
256. Man Jailed for Shooting Another in the Face TOWAMENSING TOWNSHIP, CARBON COUNTY -- A Monroe County man is behind bars on a million dollars bail. He's accused of shooting another man in the face.... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:20PM EST |
257. Tyler Memorial to Merge With Mercy Health Partners TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, WYOMING COUNTY - Big changes are coming to a hospital in Wyoming County. Tyler Memorial Hospital announced Tuesday afternoon it ... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:15PM EST |
258. Cleanup of Illegal Dump Site Begins BRANCH TWP., SCHUYLKILL COUNTY -- An illegal dumping site on Silverton Road in Branch Township is being bulldozed and cleaned up and several people ar... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:10PM EST |
259. Oversized Load Exits Danville Danville, Montour County- An oversized load, stuck in Montour County the past couple weeks, got back on the road Tuesday. It had been blocking traffic... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:05PM EST |
260. Water Main Breaks Cause Headaches LUZERNE COUNTY -- A water main break turned a road into a river Tuesday morning. An 18Ó main along Saint Mary's Road in Hanover Township broke overnig... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:00PM EST |
261. Sesame Street - 40 Years of Change & Success QUEENS, NEW YORK -- For forty years, sunny days have been sweeping the clouds away on Sesame Street. Our favorite characters feel more like family. S... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 5:55PM EST |
262. Sesame Street - Cookie Monster Exclusive QUEENS, NEW YORK -- We stopped by a Sesame Street taping here and spent time with Cookie Monster and Chris, from Hooper's Store. During a taping,... Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 5:50PM EST |
263. Doherty to "Make Major Announcement"
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 08:15AM EST |
264. Wheel of Fortune - Part One BOSTON -- It's the show that spins its way into millions of home every night. Wheel of Fortune recently shot "college week" in Boston a... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 7:50PM EST |
265. Wheel of Fortune - Part Two BOSTON -- Pat Sajak and Vanna White talked to us about some pranks they've pulled and who has the easier job. We had even more fun when they trie... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 7:40PM EST |
266. Missing Money Investigation in West Wyoming WEST WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A Luzerne County community is missing some money. Now an investigation is underway. This story is unfolding in the Bor... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 6:30PM EST |
267. Juvenile Justice Hearings Come to Luzerne County PLAINS TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY Ð The Luzerne County Courthouse scandal is once again taking center stage. A special state panel is holding hearings in Lu... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 6:27PM EST |
268. Woman Sentenced for Stealing from Nursing Home Patient POTTSVILLE, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY -- 10 to 23 months in prison for stealing from a nursing home patient. That's the sentence Elizabeth DeLeon received in ... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 6:25PM EST |
269. Police Department May Lay Off Officers EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - The Stroud Area Regional Police Department may have to let go of more than 20% of its officers. The regional police ... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 6:20PM EST |
270. Controversy Over Jim Thorpe's Remains JIM THORPE, CARBON COUNTY -- The namesake of a Carbon County town could be moving to Oklahoma. Jim Thorpe's family is suing to have his body removed f... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 6:15PM EST |
271. Convicted Child Killer Wants New Trial WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY Ð Convicted child killer Michael Bardo wants a new trial. He was convicted of molesting and strangling his 3 year-old nie... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 6:05PM EST |
272. Special Needs Student Left on School Bus EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY -- A new school bus policy is in place the East Stroudsburg School District. It comes after a driver forgot a special ... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 6:04PM EST |
273. Charitable Donations Down in Central PA Williamsport, Lycoming County- Charitable donations are down in central Pennsylvania. That's cause for concern at the Lycoming County United Way. ... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 5:55PM EST |
274. Candlelight Vigil Held for Sexual & Physical Abuse Victims SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Victims of sexual and physical abuse came together Monday night in Lackawanna County. They held a candlelight vigil on c... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 5:34PM EST |
275. H1N1 Clinics Postponed WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY – The city’s health department has postponed two H1N1 vaccine clinics previously scheduled for later this wee... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 5:04PM EST |
276. WBRE Partners With Fox56 for 10PM News WBRE-TV has signed a multi-year deal with WOLF-TV to produce the Fox 56 News at 10. The newscast debuts January 1, 2010 and will air seven days a week... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 4:00PM EST |
277. Applications Available for Toys for Tots Program SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - With the holiday season quickly approaching, a popular program that needs families got underway Monday morning in Lackaw... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 1:44PM EST |
278. WBRE Eyewitness News AccuWeather Winter Forecast Click to watch the WBRE Eyewitness News AccuWeather Annual Winter Forecast. Check back for a detailed breakdown of the winter on Monday afternoon. Monday, November 9, 2009 at 12:01PM EST |
279. Fire Assistance Available in Seven Counties BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY -- There's some good news this morning for victims of a fire that destroyed several buildings here late last month. H... Monday, November 9, 2009 at 05:24AM EST |
280. Veterans Memorial Unveiled in Hazleton HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A memorial unveiled outside the Hazleton Elks honors veterans and fallen heroes, including LCpl Dante Pontry. His mother,... Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 6:30PM EST |
281. Pride and Patriotism at Annual Veterans Parade WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY - Many people took time out, Sunday, to pay tribute to veterans in Luzerne County. The annual Wyoming Valley Veterans Par... Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 6:25PM EST |
282. Fundraiser Held for Sick Little Girl WEATHERLY, CARBON COUNTY -- A family in Carbon County held a fundraiser Sunday hoping to raise money for their daughter who needs a liver transplant. ... Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 6:20PM EST |
283. Surveillance Video of Steak Thief LAKE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY -- Police in Luzerne County are looking for a steak thief. This is surveillance video from Mountain Fresh Market in Lake Tow... Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 6:15PM EST |
284. Dog Killed in Carbon County Fire LEHIGH TWP., CARBON COUNTY -- A Carbon County house is destroyed after a late-night fire. It happened in Lehigh Township along Indian Run Road. Firefi... Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 6:10PM EST |
285. Early Morning Fire in Moosic MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Firefighters had to put out flames at 1021 Ash Street in Moosic Sunday morning. The fire broke out just before 4:30 a. m. ... Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 06:42AM EST |
286. Fire Destroys Home in Hazleton HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY - Investigators are looking into a fire at 3 Morris Lane in Hazleton. It broke out around 1:30 Sunday morning. Everyone got o... Sunday, November 8, 2009 at 06:40AM EST |
287. Salute to Vets in the Poconos PARADISE TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY - A 3-day celebration in the Poconos is honoring veterans past and present. It's paying special tribute to those who ... Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 10:34PM EST |
288. Complex Vandalized by Intruders MUNCY CREEK TOWNSHIP, LYCOMING COUNTY -- People skated away at the roller skating rink inside the Trout Pond Park Complex Saturday. But state police ... Saturday, November 7, 2009 at 4:45PM EST |
289. State 'Overlooked' Judicial Complaint Against Conahan WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- A 2006 complaint filed with the state against ex-Judge Michael Conahan was never acted on. Instead, published reports i... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 11:54PM EST |
290. State Police Looking for Rape Suspect CLINTON COUNTY -- State police in Lamar have released this composite of a suspected rapist. Police say the victim told them she was raped by the man b... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 11:54PM EST |
291. The Castle Receives Donation HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY- The auditorium inside the former Hazleton High School is one step closer to becoming a performing arts center. Known has the... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 10:29PM EST |
292. Sallie Mae Petitions to Save Jobs Sallie Mae employees say Luzerne County wants to save their jobs and they have more than 31 thousand signatures to prove it. Sallie Mae employee Josh... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 6:11PM EST |
293. H1N1 Clinic Set For Next Week WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY --The Wilkes-Barre Health Department will hold two H1N1 vaccine clinics next week. Vaccinations will be distributed Frida... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 6:06PM EST |
294. Bar Forced to Close in Plymouth More than one hundred police calls in 3 years. That's why the district attorney's office in Luzerne County says it shut down the old Tymers P... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 6:00PM EST |
295. Glitch Causes Votes Not to Count in Lackawanna County DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - A problem has been uncovered with some of this week's election results in Lackawanna County. As Eyewitness News ... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 5:49PM EST |
296. H1N1 Shortage Frustrates Those At Risk WILMOT TOWNSHIP, BRADFORD COUNTY --People are clamoring to get the vaccine but vaccine manufacturers can't keep up with demand. That has some peop... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 5:45PM EST |
297. Kids Train for Mixed Martial Arts Williamsport, Lycoming County- It's wild, violent and very popular. A lot of people watch mixed martial arts- like the Ultimate Fighting Champions... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 5:40PM EST |
298. Space Study Unveiled in Lackawanna County SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - A long-awaited space study was released Friday morning in Lackawanna County. Commissioners are looking for ways to save ... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 5:39PM EST |
299. Lycoming County Adoption Ceremony Williamsport, Lycoming County- Several foster children in central Pennsylvania received permanent homes Friday. This is the second year Lycoming Count... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 5:37PM EST |
300. Coat Drive Needs Your Help KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY --A Luzerne County business is asking you to dig out any children's coats your kids aren't using. The Eye Care Specia... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 5:21PM EST |
301. Geisinger Reports First Swine Flu Death DANVILLE, MONTOUR COUNTY –Geisinger Medical Center is confirming its first death resulting from the H1N1 virus. Geisinger isn’t releasing ... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 5:17PM EST |
302. UGI Service Interruption In Kingston UGI will temporarily interrupt electric service to approximately 250 customers in portions of Kingston Saturday, Nov. 7th. Affected areas include: We... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 2:13PM EST |
303. Voting Machine Glitch Casts Doubt on Ballots SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Thousands of votes cast on Election Day in Lackawanna County are in question. It all stems from the paper balloting syst... Friday, November 6, 2009 at 05:20AM EST |
304. Hanover Area Accepts Spinozza Resignation HANOVER TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY -- The Hanover Area School District accepted the resignation of a school director. Anthony Spinozza pleaded guilty to tak... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 11:17PM EST |
305. Cell phone driving ban in Luzerne A new ordinance here in Luzerne is on the books to stop people from talking on the mobile devices while driving. Rick Mattern of Swoyersville agrees ... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 6:26PM EST |
306. Priest in court for role in daughters beating A partying priest is heading to trial for his role in a vicious beatdown. Gregory Malia used to be a priest at Episcopalian churches in West Pittston... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 6:11PM EST |
307. "The Office" Stars Dish About New Web Series Your favorite stars of The Office are now giving big name music acts a run for their money. The music video "Male Prima Donna" hit number 4 ... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 6:09PM EST |
308. Scranton Animal Control Officer Arrested SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - A worker in the city of Scranton is in legal trouble. Jamie Marciano, who serves as the city's animal control office... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 6:02PM EST |
309. Hughesville Native/ DEA Agent Laid to Rest Muncy and Hughesville, Lycoming County- A Hughesville native killed in Afghanistan was laid to rest Thursday morning. 30-year-old Chad Michael died in... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 5:56PM EST |
310. Gang Awareness Seminar Held in Scranton SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - The Bloods. The Crips. The Latin Kings. Gang trends and tactics were the focus of a day-long seminar Thursday in Lackawa... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 5:53PM EST |
311. Planning Underway For Scranton Thanksgiving Events SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Believe it or not, there are now just three weeks until Thanksgiving. Final planning is underway for two big community e... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 5:40PM EST |
312. Tornado Victim Fundraiser HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY- The Blakeslee family been hammering and cleaning for more than three months, but the family still has a long way to ... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 4:44PM EST |
313. ESU Field Hockey Team to Play Again EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY- The East Stroudsburg University field hockey team is allowed to play again. School officials forced the women to forf... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 3:01PM EST |
314. College Dedicates Building SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- Lackawanna College dedicated and renamed the school's Academic Center Thursday. It's now named in honor of Franci... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 2:18PM EST |
315. Toys For Tots Campaign Begins WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- The Marines Kicked helped Babies "R" Us kick of the 'Toys for Tots' campaign Thursday. The program is ... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 2:13PM EST |
316. Osterhout Windows of Opportunity WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- The Osterhout Free Library in WIlkes-Barre is giving supporters a 'Window of Opportunity' to help them out. The ... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 12:35PM EST |
317. West Hazleton Home Invasion WEST HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY- West Hazleton police are investigating a home invasion. Police say a man dressed as a utility worker told a 78-year old... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 12:28PM EST |
318. Pittston Woman Under Arrest PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY- A PIttston woman is under arrest accused of having sex with a teenager. Pittston police arrested 25-year old Janelle Olisews... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 12:23PM EST |
319. Fire Chases Double Block Residents Into the Cold JENKINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY - An early morning fire leaves 6-people out of their Pittston Area homes. State police fire marshal is investigating ... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 10:05AM EST |
320. Funeral for Fallen DEA Agent LYCOMING COUNTY - A Lycoming County community will pay final respects, Thursday, to a Hughesville native killed in Afghanistan. 30-year-old Chad Micha... Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 06:04AM EST |
321. Woman Pleads Guilty to Neglecting Mentally Challenged TUNKHANNOCK, WYOMING COUNTY- Eyewitness News was first to tell you about two employees at ARC of Wyoming County who police say abused a patient. Wedne... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 8:41PM EST |
322. Bucknell Student Wins Lewisburg Council Seat Lewisburg, Union County- The votes have been tallied and Lewisburg's next council member is…a Bucknell student? We headed out in search of ... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 5:48PM EST |
323. Penn College Weatherization Center Expands Williamsport, Lycoming County- As colder temperatures move in, one college has expanded a training center that teaches people how to keep winter weath... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 5:45PM EST |
324. Father & Son Sentenced for Deadly Mine Accident POTTSVILLE, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY - Two men have been sentenced in connection with a deadly mining accident in Schuylkill County. Prosecutors say the case... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 5:43PM EST |
325. Mitten Tree Set Up at Library Lewisburg, Union County- In central Pennsylvania, there's a simple way to get into the holiday spirit and give back to the community. The Pennsylv... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 5:42PM EST |
326. Businessman Killed in Wyoming County Accident NICHOLSON TOWNSHIP, WYOMING COUNTY - A well-known businessman is dead after an accident Wednesday morning in Wyoming County. The crash happened on Ro... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 5:36PM EST |
327. Warning About H1N1 Virus Scams WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY –The government is warning the public about internet sites that sell drugs that claim to cure or prevent the H1N1 v... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 5:18PM EST |
328. Plans to Rebuild After Bloomsburg Fire BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY -- The owners of three buildings destroyed by fire downtown say their hope is to rebuild. And while it could be tough to ... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 5:09PM EST |
329. Emergency Food Pantry Faces its Own Emergency STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - An emergency food bank needs some emergency help. The Follow Me Foundation in Stroudsburg can no longer use a large porti... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 1:57PM EST |
330. Voters Say "No" to Tax Increase TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY - A referendum to pay for a college expansion with a tax increase failed in Monroe County. Voters said no to a $31 million... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 1:51PM EST |
331. "Gift of Warmth" Aims to Prevent Tragedy SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - Thousands of area families are worried about being left in the cold this heating season. Cuts and delays in assistance p... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 1:06PM EST |
332. Man Escapes Burning Trailer Home CLINTON TOWNSHIP, WAYNE COUNTY - A trailer home is in shambles after an early morning fire in Wayne County. It happened Wednesday morning just before ... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 10:54AM EST |
333. Deadly Accident Closes Route 11 in Wyoming County NICHOLSON, WYOMING COUNTY - Part of Route 11 is closed in both directions after a deadly crash in Wyoming County. The two-car accident happened on Rou... Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 10:52AM EST |
334. Olszewski Out, Burke Retained as Luzerne Co. Judge WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Judge Peter Paul Olszewski, seeking retention as Common Pleas Judge, was rejected by Luzerne County voters by nearly 1... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 11:20PM EST |
335. Amesbury & Gartley Win Luzerne Co. Judges Race WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Bill Amesbury and Tina Polachek Gartley won the two open Luzerne County judges seats. They'll fill spots being vacated... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 11:15PM EST |
336. Lackawanna Judges Retained, Moyle & Doherty Win SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Lackawanna County has several races we're following. One of the most heated is also for judge of the Court of Common Pl... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 11:10PM EST |
337. Kindergarteners Caught in Polling Place Controversy CLARKS GREEN, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- There are also several important races that we're watching in Lackawanna County. There's an open seat for j... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 5:50PM EST |
338. Throop Priest Removed for Picture Scandal THROOP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A priest in the Scranton diocese has been removed from his position at three churches. It happened after he accidentally ... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 5:47PM EST |
339. School Ruins 5,000 Doses of Swine Flu Vaccine STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - A school district had to toss 5,000 doses of Swine Flu vaccine. The Stroudsburg Area School District was holding the dose... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 5:45PM EST |
340. A Bad Year: Man Loses Job, Home & Car He Lived In STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY, This year a Pocono man lost his job, then his home, then the car he was living in. Kenneth Truitt called the parking lot a... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 5:40PM EST |
341. Future of North Penn High School Questioned Blossburg, Tioga County- In southern Tioga County, the future of North Penn High School is in question. It’s an old building that officials say ... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 5:35PM EST |
342. Meeting Held to Discuss Bar's Role in Violence HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY -- A controversial Hazleton nightclub will be shut down if city officials get their way. La Cantina in center city has been t... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 5:30PM EST |
343. Woman Charged for Son's Overdose Death STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY -- A woman in Monroe County has been charged in connection to her son's death. State police say Ginger Boyle of Smithfield ... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 5:25PM EST |
344. Woman in Court for Lying About Rape STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - A Bethlehem area woman will head to court on charges she lied about being raped. Laura Gruver, 22, waived her right to a ... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 5:20PM EST |
345. Corruption Investigation Influencing Voters WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- In Luzerne County much of the focus is on the judicial races as the federal corruption probe continues to unfold. Thre... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 4:00PM EST |
346. Several Hot Races in Lackawanna County SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- A judge's race in Lackawanna County is also bringing people out to the polls. That race and a hotly contested city ... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 3:55PM EST |
347. Luzerne County Judge Candidates Talk on Election Eve The three -would be judges, say, they can help right the ship. A ship that some experts say is sinking-in the wake of a scandal that has two former ju... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 12:45PM EST |
348. Candy Buy Back SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY- Many youngsters are supporting a candy buy back program by a Scranton Dentist. On Monday night he was buying Halloween ca... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 12:39PM EST |
349. Wilkes-Barre Seeks Volunteers for Flu Clinic WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY- The Wilkes-Barre City Health Department is looking for a few good nurses. They're needed to help with an upcoming sw... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 12:34PM EST |
350. Emerald Lakes Shooting TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY- Police in the Pocono's are once again investigating a shooting in the Emerald Lakes Development. Guns shots r... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 12:29PM EST |
351. Smart Voter Web Site If you want to get a sneak peek at the election ballot before you head out the door, there's a web site that helps. It's smartvoter. org - ju... Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 05:03AM EST |
352. 1200+ Local Folks Have Unclaimed Property in Harrisburg HARRISBURG, DAUPHIN COUNTY --More than a thousand people in our area could become richer --by watching this next story. To see if there's money wa... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:45PM EST |
353. Another Shooting Near Long Pond NEAR LONG POND, MONROE COUNTY -- Police in the Poconos are investigating another shooting. We're told a man in his late teens was shot around 5:30 P. ... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:40PM EST |
354. At Least Two Hurt in Hit & Run Crash WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Wilkes-Barre police are investigating a nasty hit and run crash. It happened around 5:45 at the corner of Wilkes-Barre... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:30PM EST |
355. Garland in Freeland to Close, 160 Out of Work FREELAND, LUZERNE COUNTY -- One of Luzerne County's largest employers is closing its doors. 160 people will lose their jobs. Garland Manufacturing... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:25PM EST |
356. Applications Available for Home Heating Help SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - People who need money to heat their homes this winter can now apply for help. Applications for LiHEAP, or the low-income... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:20PM EST |
357. Flood-Damaged Homes Demolished in Shickshinny SHICKSHINNY, LUZERNE COUNTY -- This community changed Tuesday and will never be the same. Demolition started on 11 homes that have seen more flooding ... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:15PM EST |
358. Student Suspected of Starting School Fire PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE COUNTY -- Hundreds of elementary students in Luzerne County were shuffled to high school Monday morning. That's because a fire ... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:10PM EST |
359. Neighbors React to Halloween Fires Williamsport, Lycoming County- Williamsport police and fire officials are investigating two suspicious fires in the city. They happened within an hour... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:05PM EST |
360. Should County Raise Taxes to Expand College? TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY - A community college is asking for your vote on election day. Leaders at Northampton Community College want to expand the... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 6:00PM EST |
361. Pike County Library Tax Proposal MILFORD, PIKE COUNTY -- Voters in Pike County will decide whether or not to raise their property tax. A referendum on November 3rdÕs general election ... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 5:55PM EST |
362. Medical College: On Time & Under Budget SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY - On time and under budget. That's how Scranton's new medical school is progressing. For the first time Monday mor... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 5:50PM EST |
363. Orangeville Man Admits to Molesting Girl COLUMBIA COUNTY -- An Orangeville man accused of molesting a 6-year-old girl in a church pleaded guilty Monday. 46-year-old Glenn Farver of Orangevill... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 5:30PM EST |
364. Lackawanna Co. Judges Hope Corruption Doesn't Influence Voters SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Two judges in Lackawanna County hope the judicial corruption scandal in Luzerne County won't hurt their retention bids.... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 4:42PM EST |
365. Students Back to Class After CTC Strike SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Hundreds of students were back in class Monday at the Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County. A short teachers s... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 4:40PM EST |
366. Taylor Police Looking for Robber TAYLOR, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Police in part of Lackawanna County are looking for a robber. Taylor police say the bandit stole a woman's purse in the p... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 4:35PM EST |
367. Drunk Driver Crashes into Police Car BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY -- A man was arrested for driving under the influence after he hit a police cruiser. Police say Chad Shultz crashed his je... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 4:30PM EST |
368. New Sod Installed at PNC Field MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- The final phase of a project to fix drainage problems at PNC Field is finally underway. Crews began laying new sod at the... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 4:20PM EST |
369. Loss of Vision Doesn't Mean Loss of Life STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY - As the US Population ages many people are losing their vision. Many people who are losing vision say you don't have t... Monday, November 2, 2009 at 4:15PM EST |
370. Stabbing Leads to Prison Lockdown LEWISBURG, UNION COUNTY -- A federal prison in central Pennsylvania remained under lockdown Sunday night after a staff member was stabbed and several ... Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 9:30PM EST |
371. Strike Ends at Lackawanna County CTC SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY -- Vo-Tech classes will resume Monday at the Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County. Negotiators reached a tentativ... Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 6:30PM EST |
372. Four Injured in Poconos Shooting TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY -- A party here ends in gunfire and lands one man behind bars. We talked to the person whose family held the part... Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 6:25PM EST |
373. Man Shot Near Shickshinny HUNTINGTON TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY -- An early morning shooting in Luzerne County's Shickshinny area sent one man to the hospital. It happened on Pine Cr... Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 6:20PM EST |
374. River Street Construction Delays Expected LUZERNE COUNTY -- A construction project is expected to cause traffic trouble on a busy Wilkes-Barre area road beginning Monday. River Street between ... Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 6:15PM EST |
375. Three Fires in Williamsport WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY -- Crews here were called out to three separate fires within an hour. They all happened between 7:30 and 8:30pm Saturda... Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 6:10PM EST |
376. House Fire Blamed on Electrical Problem SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY -- A Schuylkill County house fire is being blamed on electrical problems. It happened around 5:00 Sunday morning i... Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 6:05PM EST |