According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Zika, a disease caused by the Zika virus, is spread to people through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito, the same species that spreads yellow fever. This species of mosquito is found in the southern United States, Caribbean and South America. Symptoms of Zika […]

For a sixth consecutive year, Wilkes University has been designated a Military Friendly School by Victory Media. The list honors the top 15 percent of colleges with leading programs for veterans, members of the Armed Forces leaving the service and military spouses. Wilkes earned this honor for its programs which help veterans transition from the […]

IOWA Ross McDonald, 39, was stopped by a police officer for going the wrong way down a one-way street around 3 a.m. Police said McDonald was “extremely confused” and was wearing a Halloween costume and had bar wrist bands on. Police took McDonald to the University of Iowa Department of Public Safety’s processing room where […]

On Nov. 3, Wilkes senior Beth Gilbert won Wilkes Barre City Council District C seat after securing approximately 80 percent of the vote. Gilbert’s friends and family hosted a post-election celebration at Mag’s Halftime Pub and Eatery,  where the announcement was made. “It’s a relief, it feels good,” Gilbert stated upon hearing the results of […]

ALABAMA A homeowner in Mobile Alabama found a dead shark in her yard after a bad case of flooding. Homeowner Whitney Constantine told WALA that her home floods when there is heavy rain, but that recent floods have been the worst she’s experienced. Constantine’s husband stated he will most likely bury the shark. SOUTH CAROLINA […]

Don Noble was at the right place at the right time. Minutes before a van ignited in flames in early-August, the Wilkes University 2nd shift Public Safety Patrol Sergeant rescued the driver and passengers, including two young children. “You don’t make a plan, you rely on your training,” Noble stated. “I did what was the […]