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Today, we’ll catch up with WVIA Bilingual reporter Robert Collado on the closing of a South Scranton church. And Pennsylvania's Health Secretary criticizes potential cuts to Medicaid.
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The Age-Friendly Lackawanna Celebration at Nay Aug Park gathered resources and support for older adults. And we'll hear from a student impacted by the "pause" on Job Corps operations.
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The country is watching as protests continue in Los Angeles and other cities. Republicans, including at least two representing our region, express their support for President Trump’s decision to send soldiers to LA.And a new facility is open at Tobyhanna Army Depot - the Monroe County facility now makes microelectronics.
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Today, inmates care for other inmates at the end of their lives at SCI Waymart. And in Scranton, a new garden appeals to more senses than sight.
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A year-old nonprofit in Union County offers re-entry and recovery services. And, find some reading recommendations for Pride Month.
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Gov. Josh Shapiro has sued the USDA over the termination of a three-year, $13 million dollar food assistance contract. But that's only one issue taxing Pennsylvania's food assistance programs. And, former Congressman Matt Cartwright explains his decision not to run again in 2026.
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Fewer people may be able to get produce at farmers markets this summer. There are fewer farmers market vouchers available and their distribution is delayed. And, former U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright will not run for Congress again next year.
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Parts of Scranton’s history are in pieces at a studio in Luzerne County while a stained glass artist restores the century-old windows of Scranton City Hall.
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Pennsylvania's senators are split on support of President Donald Trump's federal budget bill. And a Washington D.C. nonprofit officially takes the reins of struggling Keystone College.
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ICE arrested three employees of a Honesdale restaurant late last week. And a ketamine clinic in Luzerne County hopes to reduce stigma around medical use of the drug.