June 19, 2025 at 22:39 EDTPA homepage
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(WBRE/WYOU)— With storms passing through our area, heavy winds and rain caused some damage throughout the region.
You'll see some breathtaking lightning strikes and downed trees.
Here are some of the images that we've seen Thursday night.
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June 19, 2025 at 21:10 EDTPA homepage
(WBRE/WYOU)— Power outages continue to rise across NEPA as powerful storms continue to pass through our area.
Over 7,000 PPL customers are without power across NEPA as powerful storms continue to move through our region.
The hardest hit counties include Lycoming with 1,016 customers, Lackawanna with 941, Columbia with 851, and Northumberland with 507.
First Energy customers are also reporting outages with 638 customers in Bradford County, 431 in Susquehanna County, and 116 in Sullivan County.
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Editor’s note: Beginning with the Class of 2025, Lewisburg Area High School transitioned away from class rank and adopted the Latin Honor System. Any student with an unweighted GPA of 3.9 or higher became eligible to apply for the honor of serving as a graduation speaker. A selection committee reviewed the submitted applications and chose two graduation speakers. The first speech appeared in Thursday’s edition.
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June 19, 2025 at 18:30 EDTPA homepage
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Thursday was the sixth annual block party hosted by Black Scranton's celebration of Juneteenth.
The event celebrates the legacy of Juneteenth while uplifting black voices and small businesses in NEPA.
50 vendors lined Scranton's north side selling everything from jewelry to food.
Local school takes part in farmers market
There was roller skating, live music, and games for the whole family to enjoy.
Organizers hope to see the event continue to grow.
June 19, 2025 at 17:54 EDTPA homepage
TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Splashing into summer for another season of fun.
Camelbeach officially opened for its 27th season of fun today.
The resort had to delay its opening twice due to the rain.
Camelbeach claims to be the state's largest outdoor waterpark.
And this year, the resort has added weekly slide racing on its 'rival racer' ride, as well as new, delicious barbecue like its smoked jerk chicken.
From water slides to a dip in the lazy river, there's something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
June 19, 2025 at 17:46 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Some fresh faces giving out fresh produce, that's what many found at the Graham Academy produce stand in Kingston.
Students grades K-8 manned the event, selling fresh farm goods like tomatoes, peppers, and eggs.
Staff says the students are involved in every step, not just the sales.
Opening day of annual farmers market in Wilkes-Barre
Throughout the summer and school year they plant seeds, collect eggs, and harvest the crops.
June 19, 2025 at 17:40 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A summer time staple in the Diamond City is back.
The Wilkes-Barre Farmers Market began its 2025 season earlier Thursday on Public Square.
28/22 News volunteers at Weinberg Food Bank
Thursday's market wrapped up around 3:00 p.m., but every Thursday through November 13, visitors can enjoy fresh produce, local vendors, food trucks, and live music.
The market runs rain or shine from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
June 19, 2025 at 17:37 EDTPA homepage
JENKINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— An annual tradition of 28/22 News giving back to the community is alive and well again this year.
Dozens of workers "in front of the camera" and "behind the scenes" are packing boxes of food for those in need.
It is part of our parent company Nexstar's annual Founder's Day of Caring.
Staff members formed an assembly line at CEO Weinberg Northeast Regional Food Bank to fill boxes with non-perishable food.
June 19, 2025 at 17:14 EDTPA homepage
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Scranton businessman is now facing charges after a hit and run last weekend.
Police say Bob Bolus was behind the wheel of a tractor trailer when the trailer hit another vehicle.
It happened during the No Kings protest in Scranton.
3 charged in alleged stolen vehicle crash after pursuit
The Scranton Police Department determined Bolus was at fault in the crash.
He is charged with two misdemeanors.
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