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PPL seeks rate hike, residents say 'no' in PUC hearing

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Another utility company wants to increase its rates. PPL is requesting a rate increase of more than $356,000,000. A series of public hearings is now being held to give people a chance to comment on the request. The first one was held in Scranton on Monday night, and 28/22 News [...]

Wilkes-Barre declares Code Blue ahead of frigid weather

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — With the frigid weather approaching, Wilkes-Barre has declared a Code Blue. Mayor George Brown says it's in effect on Monday and Tuesday. Calvary Bible Church located on South River Street will serve as shelter. The Code Blue runs through Tuesday morning, with shelters open each night from 7:00 p.m. until [...]

Heavy police presence closes down road

PARRYVILLE CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A heavy police presence closed down a Lehighton road Monday night, authorities say. Carbon County officials confirmed that Centre Street between Pine and Oak Street in Parryville was closed due to a heavy police presence that began just before 3:30 p.m. So far, authorities say there are no reported injuries [...]

28/22 Sports Night debates CFP rankings, Penn State hire

WBRE/WYOU)— As expected, there was outrage over the final CFP rankings of the year. Will there ever be a way to make all fans happy? Penn State finally found its replacement for James Franklin, bringing in Matt Campbell from Iowa State, who won the BIG 12 twice and won over 70 games. The Steelers took [...]

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