Wilkes-Barre City Fire Department

August 12, 2025 - The WVIA News team will report live from the Little League World Series’ Grand Slam Parade this afternoon. Democrats in the state house look to meet the deadline set by SEPTA amidst stalled budget negotiations. And, a look at legislation that would ban PFAS in firefighting foam currently in the state legislature.

The Wilkes-Barre City Fire Department encouraged members to get screened for cancer during a three day clinic. And a Scranton roller derby skater is in Innsbruck, Austria this week, competing in the Roller Derby World Cup.

The Wilkes-Barre City Fire Department encouraged members to get screened to highlight their increased risk of cancer from PFAS in firefighting gear and smoke inhalation.

Saving residents from a fire at a 12-story senior housing complex in Wilkes-Barre took everyone — firefighters from around the region, EMTs, police, and the LCTA. Twelve city firefighters who were crucial to the rescue were honored Friday, ahead of the one-year anniversary of the fire at B’nai B’rith Apartments.