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The Women's Center to raise awareness...
DANVILLE — Though January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, The Women's Center waited for the temperature to rise to host an awareness event in Montour County.
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How 28/22 News surprised Remarkable Woman 2025 Winner
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — All throughout March, 28/22 News featured Remarkable Women, and on Tuesday at 6:00 p.m., we revealed this year's winner of our Remarkable Women contest. Lisa Urbanski is the co-founder of Brighter Journeys, a group that helps families with children with special needs. Lisa was under the weather on Tuesday and joined us by telephone, so...
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Congratulations to Remarkable Women 2025 Winner Lisa Urbanski
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Every parent wants to give their child the best, but for one Luzerne County woman, that desire extends beyond her immediate family and into the lives of dozens of others who have children with special needs in northeastern Pennsylvania. In this week's Remarkable Woman, meet Lisa Urbanski, Co-founder of the non-profit Brighter Journeys....
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Firefighters raise concerns over 911 Centers consolidation
SUNBURY, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The future of Northumberland County's 911 Center is raising concerns among volunteer firefighters. Many attended Tuesday's commissioners meeting to voice their frustrations over a potential merger with neighboring counties. While commissioners say no decisions have been made, volunteers worry about the cost and impact on emergency response. The...
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Residents explore Monroe County Courthouse after renovations
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Monroe County residents got a chance to explore the courthouse and check out its new renovations. The executive director of the Monroe County Historical Association gave tours where guests could check out courtrooms and learn the history of the building. Tuesday's event marked Monroe County's Founders Day, established 189 years ago in 1836....
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School resource officer bringing D.A.R.E. back to one Luzerne County district
Newswatch 16's Justin Gick takes us to the Berwick Area School District, which is looking to bring back D.A.R.E. in a new form.
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Automakers report stellar sales ahead of Trump's tariffs taking effect
Automakers sold nearly 1.6 million vehicles in the U.S. in March, up 13.6%.
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Raising awareness of child abuse in Annual Pinwheels for Prevention event in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Across the commonwealth, many courthouses are driving home the importance of preventing abuse, including here at home. The Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) of northeastern Pennsylvania hosted its annual Pinwheels for Prevention event at Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton. The eye-catching display serves as a very solemn reminder that each...
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PA Fish and Boat Commission lift regulations at Lycoming County lake
Before a rehabilitation project can start at Rose Valley Lake, they need to get rid of the fish. Newswatch 16's Mackenzie Aucker shares how anglers can help.
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Career exploration day at Junior Achievement Inspire
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An event in Luzerne County is giving young minds a look at many of the possibilities that could shape their future. 28/22 News takes you inside the first day of Junior Achievement Inspire at Mohegan, Pennsylvania. A day for career exploration. "This is to really get students exposed to all of the things they can do with their life after high...
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