MIFFLIN TWP., COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say they discovered $1.2 million worth of weed inside a semi-trailer on I-80 during an inspection. On March 16, State Police Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program were conducitng a enforcement on Interstate 80 in the Mifflinville rest area. The department began to inspect a truck that was [...]
CLINTON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A woman is facing charges after police say she was found giving drugs to a teenager and encouraged the victim to run away from home. 42-year-old Gwen R. Ardner is facing various charges after an investigation revealed she had contact with a 16-year-old girl regarding drug sales, tricks to hide the [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a 17-year-old was part of an armed robbery, as well as firing shots in Scranton, Monday evening. According to the Scranton Police Department, on March 23, officers were called to the 700 block of Pittston Avenue for gunshots and an armed robbery at the US Mini Mart. Officers [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — Sunny and warmer! We hope you're enjoying this weather. Unfortunately, we're tracking changes. Clouds might thicken on Tuesday night, with low temperatures in the lower to mid-30s. A warm front is expected to move across Pennsylvania on Wednesday. Residents can expect more clouds than sun as afternoon temperatures are anticipated to climb into [...]
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — On Monday, Luzerne County's shining stars are getting their moment in the spotlight. The Times Leader Media Group is hosting its Best of the Best Awards at the Jewish Community Center in Kingston. More than 400 winners were on hand to accept awards and celebrate. Readers vote for their favorite [...]
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A heads up for drivers and homeowners in Carbondale: UGI is pushing back the start of a gas line upgrade project by one week. Crews now plan to begin work next Monday, March 30, citing weather delays and other jobs still wrapping up. Construction will be happening Monday through Friday [...]
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Public libraries are more than places to borrow books: They're community hubs where people can learn new skills and connect with others. They also offer a place where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes explained how one library is welcoming people experiencing homelessness and [...]
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Good news for parts of Luzerne County: The boil water advisory for Courtdale and Pringle has now been lifted. Pennsylvania American Water says testing confirmed the system is safe after a recent loss of pressure. That means customers can once again use their tap water without boiling it first. The advisory [...]
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A game warden in the Poconos says an investigation into illegal hunting uncovered something far more serious. They say 22-year-old Michael Sukna was found along Camelback Road in Jackson Township on Friday with blood on him after shooting and killing a deer out of season. Investigators say one of [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a man is in custody after shots were fired following a reported armed robbery in Scranton on Monday evening. Police were called to the 700 block of Pittston Avenue just before 6:00 p.m. for a reported armed robbery at a mini mart. Police say shots were fired shortly [...]
