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WNEP RSS Feed: news · Local News · Oct 28, 2026 · AI-summarized
A 74-year-old pilot from Wapwallopen and a 25-year-old passenger from Wilkes-Barre sustained minor injuries in an Ohio plane crash. Both are currently in recovery.
WNEP RSS Feed: news · Local News · Oct 27, 2026 · AI-summarized
A mine fire in Locust Gap has resulted in a local state of emergency. Emergency crews remain on the scene to address the situation.
WNEP RSS Feed: news · Local News · Oct 28, 2026 · AI-summarized
Helen Galli, who was found guilty in 2013 of poisoning juice with antifreeze, has died. She was accused of targeting her son's girlfriend in 2010.
28/22 News · Local News · Oct 27, 2026 · AI-summarized
The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General arrested four people following an investigation into cocaine shipments sent via the U.S. Postal Service from Puerto Rico. The drugs were intended for distribution in Luzerne and Lackawanna counties.
WNEP RSS Feed: news · Local News · Oct 27, 2026 · AI-summarized
The Luzerne County Coroner was called to the scene on Route 315 around 7 a.m. following a fatal pedestrian accident. Authorities are currently investigating the incident.
28/22 News · Local News · Oct 28, 2026 · AI-summarized
The Diocese of Scranton confirmed that John Patrick Aquilina is currently on administrative leave from his role as athletic director at Holy Redeemer High School. The reason for the leave remains unknown.
Standard Speaker (WordPress API) · Government · Oct 28, 2026 · AI-summarized
County Manager Romilda Crocamo announced that Luzerne County is extending operating hours for mail-ballot drop boxes. These boxes are located in both Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton.
Times Leader · Local News · Oct 28, 2026 · AI-summarized
U.S. Marshals recently arrested two Schuylkill County residents in connection with Berwick police warrants. The individuals are charged with trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine.
Local News | 28/22 News · Local News · Oct 27, 2026 · AI-summarized
The Montour County Coroner identified 29-year-old Logan Rickert as the man killed while helping a disabled vehicle on Interstate 80. Authorities said he was struck by a tractor trailer after stopping to assist.
WNEP RSS Feed: news · Local News · Oct 27, 2026 · AI-summarized
Firefighters responded to a house fire on Vine Street in Milton early Tuesday morning. Crews arrived on the scene shortly after 8 a.m. to handle the blaze.
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