DANVILLE — A group of Danville high schoolers cut class on Wednesday to take a trip downtown to DRIVE’s poditorium where the Danville fire club’s founder would be interviewed.
DURYEA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local theater group comprised of young people from our area is getting ready to bring the curtain up on a musical production, never performed in our area.
The youngsters are hosting a fundraiser to keep doors and the curtain calls coming for many more performances.
The cast of 23 at Phoenix Performing Arts Center gave 28/22 News an exclusive inside look at what they have been working on for the past few weeks, Beetlejuice, Junior.
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Republicans now lead with voter registration in Luzerne County for the first time in over 50 years.
The political landscape is shifting in Luzerne County where for the first time since 1970, republicans now hold the lead in voter registration by just 83 registrations.
It's a historic moment for the republican party in Luzerne County, which hasn't seen a registration advantage since 1970.
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked the hundreds of workers who play a vital role in Ukraine's defense in their war with Russia.
We're learning more about the conversation between President Zelenskyy and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. Shapiro expressed his pride in the state's large Ukrainian heritage.
Zelenskyy is thankful for the workers in this ammunition plant, as he looks for continued support. Under tight security on Sunday, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant.
WILKES-BARRE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two women are wanted after police say they stole from a Target in Luzerne County.
According to the Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department, on September 12 two women entered Target and selected multiple items, including clothing, a luggage accessory, and two pink luggage suitcases.
Investigation underway after shots fired in Wilkes-Barre
Police say the two women were seen leaving the store without paying for any of the items causing Target a total loss of $480.94.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they are investigating an incident where shots were fired near food trucks in Wilkes-Barre over the weekend.
According to the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department, on September 21 around 2:00 a.m., officers were called to North Wilkes-Barre Boulevard for a report of a man firing off a handgun near several food trucks.
Former president of Wilkes-Barre nonprofit charged with stealing from organization
SUNBURY, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY — A standoff in Northumberland County has led to three officers getting hurt, according to police.
Police say it all stemmed from an incident on Highland Ave in Sunbury on Thursday, September 19, causing police to respond to a home where authorities say Nathan Lloyd, 37, was allegedly causing a disturbance.
Former president of Wilkes-Barre nonprofit charged with stealing from organization
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — After several months of recounts, challenges, and court dates, a winner has finally been called in the primary race for the Republican nomination for the 117th district.
According to the Luzerne County Bureau of Elections, Jamie Walsh has been certified the victor over Mike Cabell. Walsh won the nomination by four votes.
Provisional ballots counted in 117th District House Race
Luzerne County Manager Romilda Crocamo confirmed the elections certifcation.
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An organization in the area is putting the spotlight on the dangers of drinking alcohol during pregnancy.
28/22 News has more on its efforts in Luzerne County to increase education and community support.
A crying baby fills the inside of Pathway to Recovery Counseling and Education Services in Hazleton on Monday. The noises are coming from dolls, bringing awareness to fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD).
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police have charged the former president of a Wilkes-Barre nonprofit for allegedly stealing from the organization.
According to the Kingston Police Department, 35-year-old William Corcoran Jr. from Mountain Top has been charged with theft after taking money from Wilkes-Barre Power Inc.
Former police chief found guilty of indecent assault
