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41st annual run benefits local YMCA

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Fourth of July tradition hit the ground running in Wilkes-Barre.

Hundreds of runners and walkers laced up their sneakers for the 41st Bernie's Run.

Patriotism ringing true in Luzerne County

The three-mile course started on South Franklin Street and made its downtown Friday morning.

The run is inspired by the late Bernie Hargadon, the former director of the Wilkes-Barre YMCA.

Money raised by this morning's run/walk supports the many programs offered by the Y.