June 22, 2025 at 20:07 EDTPA homepage
LONG POND, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The much-anticipated Cup Series race, the Great American Getaway 400, was underway after some rain.
Before the race started, as the skies cleared up, drivers got their introductions in front of a sold-out crowd.
They spent time with their families before hopping in the cars in hopes of a win.
Earlier on Sunday, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro came to speak at Pocono Raceway.
How the PTN, 28/22 News NASCAR came to be
June 22, 2025 at 19:48 EDTPA homepage
LONG POND, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — On Sunday, Chase Briscoe was the first to race through the finish line of the much-anticipated Cup Series race, The Great American Getaway 400.
Earlier on Sunday, fans were kept from the grandstand as thunderstorms rolled through NEPA, but luckily, Mother Nature decided to let up.
How the PTN, 28/22 News NASCAR came to be
Drivers took on the Tricky Triangle, looking to get another win, while others were looking to get their first.
June 22, 2025 at 18:44 EDTPA homepage
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Archers readied their bows for a weekend of fun in Carbondale. Dozens of people descended on Camp Freedom for Freedom Archery Fest.
The three-day event kicked off Friday, welcoming archers from beginners to experts.
The event gives lovers of the sport and the great outdoors a chance to bond with others and learn about Camp Freedom.
It also raised money for Camp Freedom, which offers outdoor adventures to disabled veterans, first responders, and their families.
Residents loud and proud at 4th Annual NEPA Pridefest
June 22, 2025 at 18:31 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The threat of rain could not prevent a loud and proud gathering in Downtown Wilkes-Barre. A parade with roughly 800 participants made its way around Public Square for the Annual NEPA Pridefest.
The LGBTQ+ community and others formed an estimated crowd of thousands that jammed into Center City for live entertainment, food vendors, and craft vendors.
The city beefed up security for the event by using huge dump trucks to close off Public Square.
June 22, 2025 at 18:18 EDTPA homepage
(WBRE/WYOU) — Many are asking the question: Should the United States have gotten involved in the conflict between Israel and Iran? There were mixed reactions from the community on Sunday.
On one side, the danger the Iranian regime poses to the United States and our allies, on the other, was the strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, worth the potential long-term ramifications it may have on the United States at home and abroad.
A stop at the Arena Hub brought opposing opinions on the US bombing of Iranian nuclear sites.
June 22, 2025 at 14:26 EDTPA homepage
LONG POND, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— 28/22's Gianna Galli talked with Pocono Television about how the partnership came to be.
She is joined by Chris Barrett from the Pocono Television Network with more on how the partnership with Pocono Raceway and 28/22 News came to be.
28/22’s Alaina Lositio tackles the Tricky Triangle
They touched on how much Pocono Raceway means to the area, the Pocono brand, as well as the process on how the agreement ended up on a Chevy NASCAR.
June 22, 2025 at 12:59 EDTPA homepage
(WBRE/WYOU)— With isolated storms passing through Sunday afternoon, the Pocono Raceway has had to adjust.
At around 9:30 a.m., the raceway told all attendees to evacuate the grandstand due to the threat of thunderstorms.
After approximately five hours, the lightning hold was finally lifted but did warn attendees to stay vigilant as bad weather is still in the area
WEATHER UPDATE: The lightning hold has been lifted. There is still weather in the area. Please continue to stay weather aware.
Gates and the Paddock area are now open.
June 22, 2025 at 12:33 EDTPA homepage
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— They climb for a living, but Saturday it was all for fun, competition, and a cause.
Dozens of Union lineworkers from across the country took part in the 13th annual NSUJL Benefit Rodeo at City View Park in Hazleton.
The day of friendly competition raises money for the National Sisterhood United for Journeymen Linemen, as well as families who lost a loved one in the trade.
Local organization giving kids a place to sleep
June 22, 2025 at 12:16 EDTPA homepage
EXETER, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A stack of lumber became a symbol of hope in Exeter.
Dozens of volunteers gathered to give local children something many of us take for granted, a bed.
The national non-profit "Sleep in Heavenly Peace" teamed up with the Kiwanis Club of Wyoming Area.
They held a massive bed build event at Saint Barbara's Church in Exeter.
NABC Recycled Rides gifts 2 veterans with refurbished cars
About 50 volunteers helped cut, sand, and stain the materials.
June 22, 2025 at 11:42 EDTPA homepage
LONG POND, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— 28/22 Sports was joined by NASCAR driver Kyle Larson as they broke down what happened Saturday at the Xfinity Race.
The Xfinity Race just wrapped up Saturday afternoon with Connor Zilisch taking home the victory.
It was his first time racing here at Pocono and is only 18-years-old with the crew chief Dale Earnhardt Jr.
The race wasn't without its dramatics as Zilisch made a late run passing Jesse Love for the lead and coming up with his second victory of the season.
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