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Public hearing on data center in...
ALLENWOOD — The Gregg Township Board of Supervisors will hold a rescheduled public hearing involving a proposed data center on July 20.
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UPDATE Interstate 81 closed near...
FRACKVILLE — Interstate 81 South near Frackville is closed as state police investigate the death of a trooper who was struck by a vehicle.
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After Team USA's win in the World Cup Round of 32, when do they play next?
After the 2-0 win against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday, the United States advanced to the World Cup Round of 16.
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USMNT survives in Santa Clara; advances to Round of 16
SANTA CLARA, CA (WBRE/WYOU) — The United States is heading back to Seattle for a showdown with Belgium in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16. The US Men's National Team survived the Round of 32, and a battle with Bosnia & Herzegovina. The U.S. scored just before halftime, and then again off a free [...]
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Big Boy 4014 leaves Steamtown, draws crowds
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It brought huge crowds to Scranton, and Wednesday morning it brought them back one more time. Big Boy 4014 left Steamtown after a rare two-week stop in the Electric City. "When they were testing the horn, I usually jumped back because they kind of jump scared me," William Balaj of [...]
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New flights for Florida take off from NEPA airport
AVOCA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Just in time for summer vacations, there's a new way to escape to the Sunshine State from Northeastern Pennsylvania. Breeze Airways started a new route from Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport to Fort Lauderdale. One-way fares start at $79. Breeze began flying from the airport near Pittston two years ago and [...]
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'Truly a miracle': 8-year-old Ohio boy survives 2 strokes
Geno Mueller, an 8-year-old from Avon Lake, Ohio, continues to defy medical odds, having survived multiple heart surgeries and strokes.
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Giants Despair Hillclimb to return, marking 120 years
LAUREL RUN, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The roar of the engines is almost back, and a beloved tradition near Wilkes-Barre is ready to take the spotlight for the 120th year. The Giants Despair Hillclimb returns to Laurel Run next week. Organizers are gearing up for one of the oldest motor racing events in the United [...]
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Keeping pets safe during heatwaves, firework celebrations
DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It's not just people feeling the effects of this dangerous heat; pets are at risk, too. Veterinarians are urging owners to limit outdoor time and watch for signs of heat stress. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes explained how to keep your pets safe in the heat and calm during [...]
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New York Times names the best regional hot dog in the country
The New York Times had a panel of three judges compare eight regional hot dogs. You might be surprised which was named top dog.
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