Taking the oath in Lackawanna County to protect and serve
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SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police departments across the country are facing hiring shortages, some have even loosened policies to help fill the ranks. But those who took the oath at a graduation ceremony Tuesday say they're ready to protect and serve. 28/22 News Reporter Emily Allegrucci had a look into Hazleton class 261 of []

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