Lehigh Gap wildfire completely contained - fox56.com
Nov 8, 2024 · CHERRYVILLE, NORTHAMPTON CO. (WOLF) — The Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Co. said Friday that a large wildfire that has been burning for days on the Blue Mountain at the Lehigh Water Gap is now 100 percent contained. Dozens of local fire companies have been involved in helping contain the fire. Two Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) helicopters were also ...
Lottery ticket worth over $500K sold in Scranton - fox56.com
Nov 21, 2024 · SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A winning Pennsylvania Lottery ticket worth over half a million dollars was sold in Scranton. According to officials, a jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket sold for the Wednesday, Nov. 20 drawing and matched all five balls drawn, 8-15-19-22-31, to win $518,520.
How to avoid costly clogs during Thanksgiving holiday
Nov 26, 2024 · PENNSYLVANIA (WOLF) — Aqua Pennsylvania is offering some tips to customers on how to avoid costly clogs during this Thanksgiving holiday. As Pennsylvanians get ready to cook their Thanksgiving meals and eat with friends and family there's a risk of fats, oils and grease (FOG) causing plumbing issues.
Pennsylvania voters to decide key statewide races in fall election
Oct 14, 2024 · HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — One job going before voters across Pennsylvania this fall keeps a watch over government agencies. A second handles the state's money. And
Martin Sheen campaigns with Senator Casey - fox56.com
Oct 29, 2024 · SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Senator Bob Casey continued his “On Our Side: Fight to the Finish" tour Tuesday evening in Scranton. Casey touted his senatorial record over the past 17 years in office and highlighted stark differences between himself and his opponent, Republican Dave McCormick.
UPDATE: Route 2009 in Covington Township reopened
Nov 25, 2024 · PennDOT annouced Route 2009, also known as Jubilee Road, is closed in Covington Township in Lackawanna County. The overhead railroad bridge was damaged. Motorists can detour by following Route 435 to Route 690, then take Route 2004 back onto Route 2009. The estimated reopening has yet to be ...
PPL Electric Utilities advises preparedness as more winter storms ...
Nov 27, 2024 · WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Most of Northeastern Pennsylvania has regained power after the season’s first snowfall. Many homes and businesses lost power for days. In addition to locating a warm place to go, such as a fire department or temporary shelter set up. PPL Electric Utilities ...
Firefighters battle massive brush fire in Lehigh Valley
LEHIGH VALLEY (WOLF) — A fire broke out in the early hours Saturday morning on the Appalachian Trail near the Lehigh Water Gap. An estimated 36 fire companies have been sending crews to tackle the blaze as it continues to burn. Smoke could be seen and smelled for miles as firefighters tirelessly worked to stop the fire along the Appalachian Trail.
Monroe County man killed in crash - fox56.com
Nov 22, 2024 · COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, MONROE CO. (WOLF) — A Monroe County man died in a crash Friday morning. The coroner's office says Brian Rambhawan, 36, of Coolbaugh Township, was pronounced deceased on scene at 5 a.m. Friday after a two-vehicle motor accident on Memorial Boulevard in Coolbaugh Township.
Shoppers urged to plan budgets as Black Friday, Cyber Monday …
Nov 26, 2024 · Black Friday and Cyber Monday are right around the corner, meaning many consumers will be out shopping for the best deals and sales to get their hands on this year's hottest items. However, a financial expert is reminding shoppers to be aware of their budget before spending excessive amounts of ...