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Tobyhanna Army Depot unveils new manufacturing upgrades
TOBYHANNA, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Army says modernization isn't just happening on the battlefield; it's also happening on the factory floor. At Tobyhanna Army Depot, officials showcased new facilities and advanced manufacturing capabilities as part of the Army's Organic Industrial Base Transformation Strategy. The effort is designed to modernize the Army's network of depots, [...]
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Boy Scout Troop honors America for 250th
TUNKHANNOCK, WYOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Scouting is an American tradition that's taking center stage as the nation approaches its 250th birthday. Local scouts are honoring the flag in a special America 250 salute. On a brisk, early spring day, scouts from Troop 518 did something they have done many times before: take part in a [...]
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TSA finds live smoke grenade in peanut butter jar in traveler's luggage
The incident at Indianapolis International Airport was a first for the TSA agents who found two smoke grenades during a checked baggage screening.
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Rooftop yoga set to raise money for good cause
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Fourth of July tradition is stretching to new heights in Scranton. Yoga on the Rooftop returns for July Fourth atop the Electric City parking garage. Now in its 13th year, the event draws hundreds to try out their downward dog, blending fitness with a skyline view. It's happening rain [...]
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Nursing gains 'professional' label for student loans after judge's ruling
Programs designated as professional degrees face federal loan caps of $200,000, while other graduate programs are capped at $100,000.
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Pet dead, family displaced after house fire
COURTDALE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A smoky house fire in Luzerne County leaves a family displaced and a pet dead. Crews were called to North Street in Courtdale just after 9:00 a.m. Monday morning, where smoke was pouring from a second-floor window. Firefighters knocked down the flames in about 30 minutes. No one was home [...]
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19-year-old identified after deadly shooting, investigation continues
ARCHBALD, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 News now knows the name of the teen killed in Lackawanna County. Police say a 19-year-old, Tyvon Ash of Scranton, died from a single gunshot wound to the chest. Authorities say he was shot early Sunday morning on South Laurel Street in Archbald. He was rushed to the hospital, [...]
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Wilkes-Barre man sentenced for deadly shooting
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Wilkes-Barre man has now been sentenced after a deadly shooting outside a Wilkes-Barre movie theater in September of 2024. 29-year-old Brandon Del Castillo will serve between 20 and 40 years in prison. Del Castillo pleaded guilty to third-degree murder and other charges in the death of 35-year-old Lonnie Davis [...]
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Veterinarian describes safe return of Gracie the giraffe after escape: 'A lot of prayers and a lot of good luck'
The 16-foot-tall giraffe, who was on the loose for nearly two weeks after escaping from a ranch near Leakey, was safely returned on Monday morning.
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What is a golden goal in soccer? Explaining one of the most controversial rules the sport has had
While the golden goal rule no longer exists in FIFA competition, it remains one of the most memorable and also one of the most controversial rules in soccer history.
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