CLARKS SUMMIT, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Participants gathered in Clarks Summit, Lackawanna County, on Saturday for the Clarks Summit Goes Pink 5K. The event was held to support people affected by breast cancer and raise awareness for the cause. The event was organized by Clarks Summit Goes Pink, a local nonprofit organization. The group focuses [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Residents gathered at Hilltop Manor in Scranton for a community giveaway event where all items were available free of charge. The event, known as Hilltop Manor Free Clothing & More, was established to assist local families. Attendees browsed a wide selection of donated goods laid out for browsing, including clothing, [...]
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The West Pittston Historical Society celebrated its 25th anniversary with a special historical exhibition at the First United Methodist Church in West Pittston. The event brought community members together to explore the borough's heritage while supporting the organization. Attendees participated in a pie and ice cream social held to raise [...]
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Riverfest returned to Nesbitt Park along the Susquehanna River in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, drawing families for a day of live music, local history and educational activities. The event in Luzerne County featured exhibits on local waterways, fish and area history for children. Young attendees also participated in scavenger hunts and [...]
DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Horror fans gathered in Dickson City, Lackawanna County, for the NEPA Horror Film Festival, transforming the area into a celebration of movies, music and retro pop culture. The festival provides horror and alternative culture enthusiasts a dedicated space to connect through live entertainment, local vendors and outdoor film presentations. [...]
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — For most people, stepping out of an airplane thousands of feet above the ground would be terrifying. For Clara White, it's an adventure. At 102 years old, White has discovered a passion for skydiving, embracing the thrill of each jump with a fearless attitude. “What was your reaction when you [...]
RALPHO TOWNSHIP, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A public memorial service will be held Sunday to honor Richard "Dick" Knoebel, the longtime leader of the family-owned amusement park in Elysburg. Knoebel died last month at age 87. Knoebel served for decades as president of the iconic resort before becoming its honorary president last year. Across generations, [...]
WATSONTOWN — Rene’s Barber Shop, an anchor business at 143 Main St., Watsontown, recently celebrated its 30th Anniversary, something owner Rene Toro couldn’t have conceived of accomplishing all those years ago.
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DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — PennDOT announced on Friday that Interstate 80 will be restricted in some areas due to bridge repairs. According to a release from PennDOT, the repairs span exits from both the Westbound and Eastbound highways. The restrictions will extend from Monday, Aug. 17, through Thursday, Aug. 20. Starting on Monday lane restrictions [...]
