Brian Roche

Lancaster

Anchor and Reporter at WGAL-TV (Lancaster, PA)

Emmy Award winning Anchor/Consumer Investigator (links/retweets are not endorsements. Opinions are my own. (Do not DM - acct. not monitored ) [email protected]

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FTC warns of investment scams on social media. Here's how to spot them

3 weeks ago | wgal.com | Brian Roche

WARNING FROM THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT. SO THE FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION HAS PUT OUT A WARNING ABOUT SPOTTING INVESTMENT SCAMS ON SOCIAL MEDIA. IF SOMEONE YOU KNOW IS SUDDENLY POSTING BANK ACCOUNT SCREENSHOTS CLAIMING THAT THEY CAN TEACH YOU HOW TO MAKE MONEY QUICKLY WITH LITTLE TO NO RISK, IT’S LIKELY AN INVESTMENT SCAM. THEY MIGHT GUARANTEE BIG RETURNS AND SAY IT’S A LIMITED TIME OFFER.
Marion Station Veteran Receives New Free Roof

3 weeks ago | wmdt.com | Brian Roche

MARION STATION, Md. – Harold Stokely is a retired Service Medic whose lived in this house for over 40 years, however his roof has seen better days. But thanks to the Owens Corning Roof Development Program partnering with the Wicomico Habitat for Humanity and a local developer, Harold is worrying about one less thing. “It means a whole lot to me, because without that, what would I do? I couldn’t afford to get a roof put on.
Delaware Sen. Commission Builds New Framework for Education

3 weeks ago | wmdt.com | Brian Roche

DOVER, Del. – Delaware Schools could be seeing more frequent changes as part of a decision in the State Senate. The Senate’s Public Education Funding Commission voted to approve several new provisions. They include focusing on transparency and impact on student outcomes. State education officials say they will also develop a new implementation plan every 3 to 5 years. Delaware Senator Laura Sturgeon says they’re looking to make a consistent, positive impact moving forward.
Wicomico Partnership hands out laptops

3 weeks ago | wmdt.com | Brian Roche

SALISBURY, Md. – People have been lining up since 7 A.M. Tuesday morning in Downtown Salisbury at the Wicomico Partnership For Families to receive a major helping hand in the form of new laptops. The Wicomico Partnership gave away more than 500 Chromebooks to people receiving government assistance throughout the day. For many of these people, getting these laptops is a chance to get the ball rolling for their careers.
Delaware State Police Talk 39th Annual Torch Run

3 weeks ago | wmdt.com | Brian Roche

DOVER, Del. – Delaware law enforcement is gearing up for one of their biggest traditions as part of their support for the Special Olympics. Nearly 800 members of Law Enforcement will be running across the state, carrying the Flame of Hope as part of the 39th annual Torch Run. The three day run has raised more than twelve million dollars since it first started, creating a symbol of hope in the community. Delaware State Police Corporal Lewis Briggs tells us it truly is a unique event.
OCPD Moving on from Summer Officer Program

3 weeks ago | wmdt.com | Brian Roche

(OCEAN CITY, Md) – The Ocean City Police Department is going to be operating a little differently this summer…as they move away from a long-standing program. In years past, the Ocean City Police Department would employ a Summer Officer Program geared towards bolstering numbers during the Summer. Mayor Rick Meehan told me that they will not be running the program, opting instead to bring on more Public Safety Officers.
Ocean City Art League Looking for Instructors

3 weeks ago | wmdt.com | Brian Roche

(OCEAN CITY, Md) – If you have a knack for art, the ocean city art League wants to hear from you. The Art League is currently looking for art instructors to teach classes both in-person and online. They’re in search of those skilled in any form of art to join on to teach. Education Director, Mary Anne Cooper says bringing on more instructors will help the Art league of Ocean City to continue growing. Cooper tells us, “We just want to increase our programing. We want to increase our opportunities.
Text claims you have unpaid traffic ticket. Is it real?

4 weeks ago | wgal.com | Brian Roche

News 8 On Your Side has told you many times about Pennsylvania Turnpike text message scams that threaten people over the claim of unpaid tolls.Now scammers are using PennDOT to threaten drivers with similar text messages to pay a fine they don't owe.One big red flag is the address the text message originates from – it has nothing to do with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.The message states that as of today, you still have an outstanding traffic ticket.
Wor Wic Community College encouraging enrollment

4 weeks ago | wmdt.com | Brian Roche

SALSIBURY, Md. – High school graduation may have come and gone for local students, but there’s never a bad time to start thinking about the next steps. Wor-Wic Community College is reminding high school graduates that enrollment is open. Head of Admissions, Angie Hayden, says the open access enrollment is perfect for graduates who don’t know what they want to do after high school. Hayden also wanted to remind local graduates about the flexibility Wor Wic can offer them.
Atlantic General Hospital Celebrates National Cancer Survivor's Day

4 weeks ago | wmdt.com | Brian Roche

BERLIN, Md. – For people like Valerie Williams, who battled a rare form of cancer in the last year, being able to celebrate six months of remission on National Cancer Survivors’ Day feels like a blessing, especially with the hospital. “It’s great because the people here have been so nice taking care of us. And for them to do this, this shows that they still care. Even after they may have finished with their medical support, they’re still with us in a supportive way.