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Woman accused of sneaking drugs into SCI Dallas
DALLAS, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A woman is being accused of attempting to sneak synthetic drugs into SCI-Dallas, PSP reports. On August 13, state police were called to SCI-Dallas for a drug incident. Police say a 31-year-old woman from Scranton tried to hide and bring synthetic drugs with her into the prison. The suspected drugs [...]
'Siri saved my life': Texas woman describes surviving attack by hundreds of bees
Rachel McKee said hospital staff told her the number of stings was a record at the hospital.
President Trump says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear
Canada has not publicly detailed what tariff relief Washington has offered. But officials say the deal would stop a 50% tariff on many Canadian goods.
7 vehicle crash caused traffic on I-81
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A seven-vehicle crash occurred on Interstate 81, and PennDOT advised drivers to avoid the area. Officials with PennDOT tell 28/22 News that a seven-car pileup happened around 6:40 a.m. Thursday on I-81 Northbound near Exit 186 (Dunmore). Details on the crash are limited. The roadway has been cleared.
Pennsylvania weather: Flash flood warnings, steady rain
(WBRE/WYOU) — Flash Flood Watches are in effect for portions of central and eastern Pennsylvania. Flash flooding of roads, streams, creeks, and areas of poor drainage are possible. Steady and heavy rain will taper off this evening. In Williamsport, the rain should be done for the evening Little League games. Scattered showers could linger across [...]
Man fleeing police crashes, flown to hospital, PSP say
TOWANDA, BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man has been airlifted to a hospital after attempting to flee police and crashing off the road, Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) reported. According to the report, the chase took place Wednesday afternoon on the 1100 Block of Orchard Hill Road in Troy Township. Towanda troopers pursued the man, who [...]
An unlikely place to make worldwide friends
SOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— For most of the year, Mountaineer Lounge is a place locals go for a drink and a bite to eat. But for two weeks out of the year, they serve the world. It's just a couple blocks away from the Little League World Series stadium, and this time of year, [...]
Penn State Football community reacts to 2027 season ticket price hikes
New prices of Penn State Football season tickets for the 2027 season are leaving Penn State fans questioning how often they'll attend games at Beaver Stadium.
Prince Harry and Meghan are returning to the UK with their children
The couple won’t resume their roles as working members of the royal family.
'VERY VIOLENT CRASH:' Two Pennsylvania state troopers injured, airplane pilot dead in midair collision at Carlisle Airport
CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) -- Two Pennsylvania state troopers were injured when authorities say an airplane struck their helicopter while they were training at the Carlisle Airport. The crash happened around 6:50 p.m. at the airport in South Middleton Township, a Federal Aviation Administration spokesperson said in a statement. Two people were aboard a Bell 407 [...]
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