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Reward now offered in missing persons case
BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A mystery that has lingered for more than 15 years is back in the spotlight in Bradford County. Pennsylvania State Police continue searching for Maria Miller, who disappeared after leaving her job at a Towanda convenience store back in February of 2011. Investigators say the circumstances surrounding her disappearance remain suspicious, [...]
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PennDOT urges boaters, drivers to plan ahead, stay alert
LAKEVILLE, WAYNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As thousands head to Pennsylvania's waterways this holiday weekend, boating officials are stressing that safety starts before you hit the water. At Lake Wallenpaupack, authorities are urging boaters to plan ahead and stay alert. The Fourth of July is one of the busiest weekends of the year on Pennsylvania waterways, [...]
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Charges pending against man in state trooper's death
Officials say a nearly 20-year veteran of the state police was killed on the side of the interstate. A man was arraigned Wednesday night in connection with the crash
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CDC monitors parasite outbreak that has sickened at least 300 people across 18 states
The CDC said it has received 145 reports of cyclosporiasis, a microscopic parasite linked to contaminated food or water. Michigan is reporting another 170 cases.
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Nara Smith reveals her 2-year-old daughter Whimsy was diagnosed with cancer
Model and content creator Nara Smith shared that her toddler Whimsy was diagnosed with cancer late last year, and the family is now on "the other end" of treatment.
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Restaurant offers special drinks celebrating World Cup
TAYLOR, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The United States Men's national team isn't the only one getting ready for Wednesday night's World Cup showdown; local fans are gearing up too. At Union Craft House in Taylor, excitement is building ahead of Team USA's round of 32 match against Bosnia. Managers say as America's World Cup Run [...]
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FBI confirms some ransom notes in Nancy Guthrie case were extortion attempts
Five months after Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, the FBI confirmed some ransom notes were extortion attempts, while the investigation into her case continues.
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Customs officers save choking toddler at Baltimore airport
Airport personnel jumped in when the boy started choking in the customs line at BWI.
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28/22 News director, local sales manager say goodbye, retire
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It's a bittersweet day at 28/22 News, as we're bidding a wonderful farewell to two of our co-workers. Long-time Director Sandy Wisnewski and Local Sales Manager Brian Jenkins are both calling it a career. We will miss both of them and wish them much love and happiness as they begin [...]
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Loved ones mourn death of trooper killed on I-81
CASS TWP., SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — On Friday, family, friends, and fellow officers honored a Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Trooper following his death, describing a devoted son, loyal friend, and kind-hearted public servant whose impact reached far beyond the badge. Pahira dedicated his career to serving and protecting others. Being a cop was a dream [...]
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