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Scranton young voters eager for upcoming presidential debate

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The first presidential debate between Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris will take place Tuesday and 28/22 News was in Scranton with what some people are hoping to hear.

Many young voters in Scranton are looking forward to hearing how the candidates will address critical issues while maintaining a civil debate.

Young voters in Scranton are eager for this fresh matchup between Vice President Harris and Former President Trump.

Street closures for 9/11 memorial ride in Williamsport

WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Street closures for the 9/11 memorial ride in Williamsport have been released as many come together to honor victims and first responders.

On Wednesday, September 11 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Lycoming County will be hosting a memorial motorcycle ride through South Williamsport, Duboistown, Williamsport, Loyalsock, Montoursville, Hughsville, and Muncy, according to Williamsport police.

Lackawanna County asks for input on road safety

Gaining freedom, friendships one mile at a time in Monroe County

EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — Since 2004, the Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser has raised more than $3,000,000 for dozens of non-profits, as Monroe County’s largest single-event fundraiser.

This year, three deserving organizations were selected to receive funding and will be honored at a big event.

These days, 87-year-old Howard Dickinson III relies on a special cane and lenses to get around. In 2017 he developed glaucoma, causing him to lose his driver's license and sense of freedom.

Lackawanna County asks for input on road safety

LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Lackawanna County is soliciting input from residents for its Safety Action Plan.

As part of the county's commitment to Vision Zero, a "national effort to eliminate traffic fatalities", a survey is now available to all county residents on the Safe Streets Lackawanna website. The survey asks for information on driving and pedestrian habits.

The county and its consultant, Bowman Consulting Group, will be holding in-person events throughout the county to find the root of the problem and have people propose solutions.

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