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Marked for Mutts fundraiser raises money for good cause
THROOP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — From wagging tails to tattoo needles, a fundraiser in Lackawanna County brought the community together for a good cause. Paw Paw Canine Rescue and Recovery hosted its grand opening fundraiser called Marked for Mutts. The event at Throop Hose Company featured a first-ever flash tattoo fundraiser. It also included raffles. [...]
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Man in custody, facing charges after alleged shooting
TOWAMENSING TOWNSHIP, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say an argument led to one man shooting another near Lehighton. It happened early Sunday morning on Lakeside Drive in Towamensing Township. 44-year-old David Munro is now charged with attempted homicide and other counts. He is jailed without bail. There is no word on the name or [...]
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Teen remembered as a hero after drowning while rescuing cousin in Texas
A Rusk High School student, Rhilynn Myers, is hailed as a hero after family say he died saving his 5-year-old cousin from drowning.
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Northumberland church holds final service after 235 years
Christ United Methodist Church says goodbye, after seeing generations of families grow in Northumberland County.
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Attempted homicide charged after argument in Carbon County turns violent
A verbal spat turned ugly Sunday when a man drew a gun and fired at a home in Towamensing Twp.
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State police: Snyder County man killed his wife, found dead at scene of crash
Incident was reported early Sunday morning in McClure
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Good food, fun kicks off annual Jewish Food Festival
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Food lovers are getting the chance to sample some cultural cuisine in Scranton: The annual Jewish Food Festival at Nay Aug Park kicked off on Sunday. People stopped by to try delicious food and have a good time. The event features live music and family activities. The best part is [...]
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Bikers get together to help animals in need
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — They ride on two wheels, but they are sharing one mission: helping animals in need. The Wyoming Valley Motorcycle Club held its 30th annual SPCA Run and after-party. It started and ended at the Polish American veterans club with music, food, and raffles. This event serves as one of [...]
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Crowds turn out for 20th annual NEPA Pridefest
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A loud and proud celebration in the streets of downtown Wilkes-Barre on Sunday. A big crowd turned out for the 20th annual NEPA Pridefest. A parade helped kick off the event sponsored by the Rainbow Alliance. Spectators cheered parade participants, including many on floats filled with rainbow colors. The parade [...]
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I-80 lane closures scheduled for coming workweek
MIFFLIN TOWNSHIP, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Road crews are getting ready to start a highway project near the Luzerne and Columbia County border. They will be working on shoulder improvements along Interstate 80 that will cause lane closures. The work on Monday is scheduled in both directions between Exit 242, the Mifflinville/Mainville Exit, and Exit [...]
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