October 23, 2009 Stories
Murder Suicide in Pottsville
Two people are dead in what Pottsville police are calling a murder suicide. The man police said pulled the trigger was free on bail after threatening to kill his girlfriend several weeks ago.
Deadly Fire in Monroe County
Weeks after a man was arrested for threatening to kill his wife, he was found dead outside his burning home in the Poconos. Now police and a state police fire marshal are trying to figure out what happened.
Missing Man Body's Found
Searchers in Union County found the body of a missing man Saturday morning.
Luzerne County Retention Race
Luzerne County has been hit hard by corruption scandals this year and two current county judges are hoping to separate themselves from all that and keep their jobs.
Four Ordered to Trial for Beating Death
Four men are headed to trial in a homicide case in Schuylkill County.
SWAT Team Drills Officers and Teachers
A lesson that could mean the difference between life and death was taught Friday at one Lackawanna County school.
Leaf Pick-up Turns Soggy
As storm clouds gathered over Dunmore Cemetery Friday afternoon, workers were rushing to suck up a mountain of leaves. Rain can create a worst-nightmare scenario for those responsible for the leaf pickup.
New Businesses in Wilkes-Barre Township
There seem to be more new businesses than ever in Wilkes-Barre Township near Blackman Street. Several new storefronts now fill plazas that used to sit empty.
Dairy Farmers React to Higher Milk Prices
Some relief is coming soon to dairy farmers throughout Pennsylvania.
Lockheed Martin Cuts Jobs
Fifty workers at Lockheed Martin in Lackawanna County will lose their jobs at the end of the month.
Man Charged with Sex Assault of a Teen
A man from Wayne County is behind bars, accused of sexually molesting a teenage boy.
Sex Offender Faces New Charges
A convicted sex offender in Snyder County is facing new charges.
Boil Advisory in Schuylkill County
Several communities in Schuylkill County are without water after a main break.
Make a Difference Day
People across Lacakwanna County are preparing for what's billed as the biggest volunteer movement of the year.
Peeping Tom Arrested in Lackawanna County
Police in Lackawanna County have arrested a peeping tom.