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Advocates, lawmakers weigh ways to keep Pa. kids insured as Trump Medicaid cuts loom
5+ hour, 40+ min ago (1267+ words) HARRISBURG " Upcoming changes to Medicaid are poised to increase Pennsylvania's number of uninsured children and reverse decades of efforts to provide healthcare to poor families in the state, advocates warn. Last year, Congress and the Trump administration approved legislation creating…...
Ongoing need for foster parents in Carbon County
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (100+ words) 28/22 News PA Live! (WBRE) " Jill Geissinger'and Jacqueline Tomko'discussed the importance of foster care awareness and the ongoing need for supportive foster homes in Carbon County. Jill highlighted the work of Carbon County Children and Youth Services in protecting children, strengthening…...
Starting young to break the stigma
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (251+ words) TUNKHANNOCK, WYOMING COUNTY(WBRE/WYOU) " A local panel is tackling drug abuse by spreading awareness and encouraging hard conversations early. The program aims to educate kids about the dangers of drug abuse in school and offers support for anyone struggling…...
Father-son bond growing through exercise
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (367+ words) SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) " A father in Lackawanna County broke down barriers for his son by creating a space for him to start on a fitness journey. He said he wants to include others who may be looking for…...
Community helps people learn bike riding
2+ mon, 12+ hour ago (163+ words) 28/22 News SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) " There's no better time than now to learn something new: One community in Scranton is helping people break the barrier, overcome challenges, and start riding bikes A kickoff event was hosted on Saturday to…...
Pregnancy, the importance of prenatal care
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (69+ words) 28/22 News PA Live! (WBRE) " Dr. Jaclyn Davolos shares expert insight into obstetrics and gynecology, guiding viewers through what to expect during pregnancy and the importance of prenatal care. The segment also highlights fertility considerations and emphasizes the value of regular…...
Pop-up adoption shop helps find homes for kittens
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (143+ words) PECKVILLE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) " A pop-up adoption shop was held in Lackawanna County to potentially find new homes for two kittens. Cheddar Bay Biscuit and Scampitwo are siblings and are looking for their forever homes. This pop-up adoption was…...