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Hundreds of kids race for eggs, meet Easter Bunny at sensory-friendly Egg Hunt event
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Hundreds of smiles and a morning built just for them: Kids from across our area filled Mohegan Pennsylvania's Keystone Grand Ballroom in Plains Township on Tuesday, racing for eggs, meeting the Easter Bunny, and just getting a chance to be kids. The event, hosted by Brighter Journeys, is designed [...]
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McDonald's releasing two 'KPop Demon Hunters' meals, asking fans to pick a side
The fast-food chain is teaming up with Netflix, releasing meals inspired by the movie's K-pop idols HUNTR/X and the Saja Boys.
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DEP demands ICE have water plan for detention centers
(WBRE/WYOU) — Two planned ice detention centers in Pennsylvania are being hit with a new setback on Tuesday. It comes after the Department of Homeland Security purchased two warehouses to turn into centers, one in Schuylkill County and the other in Berks County. Now, state environmental regulators are blocking occupancy until the United States Immigration [...]
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Supplying veterans with basic needs
FRACKVILLE, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local non-profit group makes it its mission to ensure no veteran goes without basic necessities each year. With the cost of everyday items like groceries and hygiene products rising, their support is more critical than ever. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes stepped inside the donation drive and explained why [...]
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Local homicide case moves forward in court
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say 47-year-old Eric Chisolm shot and killed his girlfriend outside of his Blakeslee home in February. The 47-year-old appeared in court on Tuesday and waived his preliminary hearing, sending the case to the Monroe County Court of Common Pleas. Chisolm faces criminal homicide charges. According to police, Chisolm shot [...]
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Man sentenced in death of Stephen Lepore
(WBRE/WYOU) — A big development in a decade-old murder case in the Poconos: One of the men accused in the death of Stephen Lepore has now been sentenced. Prosecutors say Kip Morgan pled guilty and was sentenced Tuesday to 15 to 30 years in prison for his role in Lepore's disappearance and death back in [...]
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United Airlines is turning economy seats into a bed
The carrier just unveiled its new "Relax Row," and it might be the most exciting economy cabin upgrade in years.
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What a strong El Niño could mean for hurricane season
With La Niña fading and the possibility of a strong El Niño on the horizon, the 2026 hurricane season could still bring surprises.
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DCNR gears up for wildfire season
With winter behind us and spring in bloom across Pennsylvania, DCNR crews are preparing for wildfire season.
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PA CareKit helps to connect families and caregivers with support
The PA CareKit offers online resources to support over 2.4 million unpaid caregivers in Pennsylvania.
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