Kathryn Oleary

Pennsylvania

Reporter at WBRE-TV (Wilkes-Barre, PA)

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New law could legalize fortune telling in PA.

1 week ago | pahomepage.com | Kathryn Oleary

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A bill in the Pennsylvania State House could repeal a century-old ban on fortune telling, but some say the law is outdated and misunderstands what many modern spiritual practitioners, like tarot readers, actually do. Right now in Pennsylvania, fortune telling is technically illegal, but those in the spiritual community say not everyone using tools like tarot cards is trying to tell the future.
New law could legalize fortune telling in PA.

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kathryn Oleary

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A bill in the Pennsylvania State House could repeal a century-old ban on fortune telling, but some say the law is outdated and misunderstands what many modern spiritual practitioners, like tarot readers, actually do. Right now in Pennsylvania, fortune telling is technically illegal, but those in the spiritual community say not everyone using tools like tarot cards is trying to tell the future.
Lackawanna County rating drops one point above junk bond

1 week ago | pahomepage.com | Kathryn Oleary

LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The financial reputation of Lackawanna County just took another hit. The credit rating agency has officially downgraded the county’s credit rating. But while the rating dropped, there may be a sign of hope for what lies ahead. 28/22’s Kathryn O’Leary explains what this means for county residents.
100-year-old piece of Carbondale history is coming home

1 week ago | pahomepage.com | Kathryn Oleary

CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A more than a century-old piece of Carbondale history is finally coming back home! A granite fountain, once a fixture in the city in the early 1900s, is making its return thanks to a remarkable story of postcards, connections, and community pride. It all started with a postcard from California. A man’s “happiness project” of an old 1907 postcard of Carbondale mailed to city hall.
100-year-old piece of Carbondale history is coming home

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Kathryn Oleary

CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A more than a century-old piece of Carbondale history is finally coming back home! A granite fountain, once a fixture in the city in the early 1900s, is making its return thanks to a remarkable story of postcards, connections, and community pride. It all started with a postcard from California. A man’s “happiness project” of an old 1907 postcard of Carbondale mailed to city hall.
Authorities warn of the dangers of swimming in rivers

1 week ago | pahomepage.com | Kathryn Oleary

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As temperatures rise, so does the temptation to cool off in local rivers, but officials warn, it’s not worth the risk. Rescue crews responded to a call earlier Tuesday for a man in distress on the Lackawanna River. He was successfully removed, but fire officials say this should be a wake-up call for anyone thinking about swimming in rivers this summer. Scranton fire officials say the Lackawanna River may look calm, but it’s anything but predictable.
Lower gas prices bringing record Memorial Day weekend travel

2 weeks ago | pahomepage.com | Kathryn Oleary

(WBRE/WYOU)— Memorial Day weekend is here, and its looking to be one of the busiest travel weekends on record. 28/22’s Kathryn O’Leary has more with how people here in NEPA are getting to their holiday destinations. While more people are hitting the road and taking to the skies this year, one thing that’s making it a little easier for travelers? Lower gas prices.
Lower gas prices bringing record Memorial Day weekend travel

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Kathryn Oleary

(WBRE/WYOU)— Memorial Day weekend is here, and its looking to be one of the busiest travel weekends on record. 28/22’s Kathryn O’Leary has more with how people here in NEPA are getting to their holiday destinations. While more people are hitting the road and taking to the skies this year, one thing that’s making it a little easier for travelers? Lower gas prices.
Solar power spreading across nonprofits and schools

2 weeks ago | pahomepage.com | Kathryn Oleary

LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— More and more plans for solar panels and solar farms are popping up across NEPA. Recently, a local school district and a non-profit organization received grants to install solar panels in Lackawanna County. As energy bills climb and budgets tighten, more places across NEPA are turning to the sun for help. Old forge School District and the NEPA Youth Shelter say solar panels aren’t just good for the planet, they’re good for the wallet too.
Governor Shapiro spotlights impact of education funding

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Kathryn Oleary

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As students are getting ready to wrap up the school year, Governor Josh Shapiro is touring the state to spotlight the impact of education funding. On Wednesday, that tour brought him to Scranton. The governor made his way to Isaac Tripp Elementary, highlighting how these investments in public education are starting to pay off for students, teachers, and families.