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PennDOT to restrict lanes on Interstate 80, 81
(WBRE/WYOU) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) will implement lane restrictions on Monday on Interstates 80 and 81 in Luzerne and Lackawanna counties for maintenance. For sign structure inspections, I-81 north and south will have restrictions between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday, April 6, between exits 188 (Dunmore/Throop) and 194 (Clarks Summit) in [...]
World’s oldest living horse turns 38, celebrates birthday with lifelong owner
The American Quarter Horse, recognized by Guinness World Records, has surpassed the breed’s typical lifespan while remaining spirited in retirement.
Hiker in critical condition after being stung more than 100 times by bees in Arizona
The hiker was airlifted to a local hospital, where he was listed in critical condition Saturday after suffering roughly 100 bee stings.
Missing US crew member rescued after fighter jet shot down over Iran. Here's what we know.
The U.S. airman who went missing Friday after the fighter jet he was in was shot down in Iran has been rescued. Here's what we know so far about the operation.
80-year-old veteran drives ride-share to cover medical costs for himself and his wife
The veteran, who has multiple health conditions, works several days a week as his wife undergoes costly cancer treatment.
2 fire chiefs killed in line-of-duty crash, coroner says
FLEETWOOD, BERKS COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Walnuttown Fire Company's Fire Chief and Assistant Fire Chief were killed in a crash Saturday during a missing person search, according to the Lehigh County Coroner. Coroner Daniel Buglio says Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Fire Chief Robert Shick were on a department UTV searching for a missing [...]
Pennsylvania weather: Rain, cooling temperatures end weekend
(WBRE/WYOU) — We should see cooler temperatures work their way in Sunday night and through the next 24 to 48 hours. It's expected to be mostly cloudy and cooler Sunday night with the chance of a rain or snow shower north, while overnight lows are projected to be in the low to middle 30s. The [...]
2 firefighters killed in Berks County crash
The Berks County Coroner says that two firefighters died as a result of a head on collision while searching for a missing woman Saturday afternoon.
70-year-old man killed in fatal rear-end crash, PSP say
KELLY TWP., UNION COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — One man was killed in a rear-end crash on the Westbranch Highway Saturday evening, according to Pennsylvania State Police (PSP). Richard Marion, 70, of Watsontown was pronounced dead at Geisinger Medical Center after being transported due to injuries sustained in the crash, PSP say. According to the release, Marion [...]
740,000 Granitestone pans recalled over risk of parts malfunctioning during use
Officials say a handle component can detach when heated, with nearly 100 incidents reported.
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1 person has died after blast at New York City shipyard that also injured 36 people, officials say.
NEW YORK (AP) — One person has died after a fire and two explosions Friday at a New York City shipyard, officials...
Firefighters called to Bloomsburg garage fire
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Firefighters were out in Bloomsburg Sunday night battling a garage fire...
State police release new informtion in connection with body found in Montour County pond
Coroner says a 73-year-old woman was found dead in a pond in Valley Township, near Danville, on Sunday.
Police looking to ID people amid fire investigation
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police need your help to identify several people in connection with a...
Death investigation underway after woman’s body found in pond
VALLEY TWP., MONTOUR COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The coroner's office is investigating the identity of a woman who was...
At least 10 displaced in apartment complex fire
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The fire marshal is trying to figure out what caused a massive fire that...
Coroner reports body found in Valley...
DANVILLE — Montour County officials report a body was discovered in Valley Township on Sunday.
Fire breaks out, spreads to multiple buildings, officials say
Crews were called to the 500 block of West 1st Street in Bloomsburg around 8 p.m. Sunday.
Investigators search for cause of fire that displaced 16 in Bloomsburg
16 people are without a place to stay after an apartment building caught fire in Bloomsburg Sunday night.
2 people arrested after police find baby monkeys hidden in underwear
Two people were arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle three baby monkeys into the Dominican Republic from...