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Construction continues on sink hole that opened up Monday

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 News now knows more about the second sinkhole that opened up on Monday in Wilkes-Barre, causing evacuations and a street closure.

Monday morning brought rain and another big sinkhole to Horton Street in Wilkes-Barre. Crews were called to the scene for a possible gas leak, and nearby residents were evacuated for their safety.

In the evening, the people forced to leave were allowed to return.

JD Vance to address 'Big Beautiful Bill' in NEPA

WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Vice-President J.D. Vance will make a stop in Northeastern Pennsylvania tomorrow to talk about the recently passed so-called "Big Beautiful Bill."

He will speak at Don's Machine Shop in West Pittston.

The event is expected to begin at around 12:30.

The eyes of the world will be on northeastern Pennsylvania tomorrow as Vice J.D. Vance will visit Luzerne County.

Sheetz to offer free hot dogs for 'National Hot Dog Day'

PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) – In celebration of National Hot Dog Day, Sheetz announced that it will be giving away two free hot dogs to customers.

The special offer will be available on National Hot Dog Day, Wednesday, July 16, through Tuesday, July 22.

Customers must purchase a minimum of 10 gallons of any fuel grade in a single transaction to redeem the offer, which will be available at all locations that offer fuel. The offer excludes extras and add-ons to the hot dogs and can be found under the OFFERZ tab on the Sheetz app.

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