Gambling addiction

Monroe County residents now have access to a neighborhood hospital located in Bartonsville. Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health, added Lehigh Valley Hospital- Pocono Creek to its network of neighborhood hospitals.

This week, WVIA's Sarah Scinto and Roger DuPuis discuss the popularity and impact of online gambling and sports betting. The rise of sports betting in the U.S. following a landmark 2018 Supreme Court ruling fueled significant increases in gambling addiction.

'Online Betting: Gambling With Our Future?' is a three-day WVIA News series focusing on the emotional and financial costs of online gambling in Pennsylvania as it surges in popularity. Today's story looks at how online gambling, especially sports betting, is a powerful lure for young people.

Penn Forest Twp. now has protections in place to regulate data centers. Supervisors unanimously amended its zoning ordinance during a meeting Monday.

NextGen Counseling received its state licensure in October 2025. The organization now welcomes children aged 12-19 for addiction counseling at its location on Dickson City’s Main Street.