Ruth's Place postpones Walk for Hope
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Organizers of a popular fundraiser to help the unhoused did not want to take chances with wet weather on Saturday.
They postponed Ruth's Place Walk for Hope.
Ruth's Place provides 24-hour lodging and services to women experiencing homelessness with the goal of helping them get back on their feet.
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Don't worry, organizers say they still plan to have the walk.
The new date is Friday, June 13, at 12:00 p.m. on Public Square.
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