Saturday, September 12 @ 06:00:35 EST — Good morning, NEPA.
Good morning, NEPA. On this 25th anniversary of September 11th, our communities gathered to remember, reflect, and honor — and the high school gridiron gave us a Friday night full of drama too.
Scranton businessman Bob Bolus passes away at 82 (WNEP-TV 16)Bob Bolus, a well-known Scranton businessman remembered for his trucks and Christmas dinners, has died at 82. He was a fixture in Lackawanna County for decades.
NEPA marks 25 years since 9/11 with ceremonies across the region (WBRE/WYOU 28/22)From McDade Park in Scranton to stair climbs at Misericordia and the Berwick YMCA, communities paused to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost a quarter-century ago. First responders and families led the remembrances.
Steel beam from World Trade Center stands as reminder in Dickson City (WNEP-TV 16)A piece of steel recovered from Ground Zero has stood outside the Dickson City Municipal Building since 2016, serving as a powerful local tribute 25 years later.
Mother and child killed in I-81 North rollover crash (WBRE/WYOU 28/22)A mother and her child died after a rollover crash in South Abington Township on Friday, according to the Lackawanna County coroner. Our thoughts are with the family.
'Come from Away' brings 9/11 story of unity to Wilkes-Barre stage (WNEP-TV 16)The Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre is staging the musical about kindness in the aftermath of 9/11 — a story that's especially personal for one cast member.
Quick Hits
· Friday night lights: Dallas' offense proved unstoppable in a big win over Abington Heights.· Nanticoke Area rallied late to snap a long losing streak — a memorable night in the borough.· Berwick blanked Wyoming Area 39-0 as Brady Cleaver accounted for four touchdowns.· Valley View's big plays and booming kicker downed Wilkes-Barre Area, 17-7.· An Eagle Scout in Scranton raised a new flagpole to honor first responders and 9/11.· Dogs rescued from a Pittston hoarding case are featured in this week's 16 To The Rescue.· Fran's Dairy Bar in Millville is stirring up curiosity with a ranch-flavored ice cream.· Penn State heads back to Philly to face Temple in the Owls' 'Super Bowl.'
Take a moment today to remember — and to check on a neighbor. See you tomorrow, NEPA.