BEAR CREEK TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The original Bear Creek Elementary school came down Thursday. For generations of families in Bear Creek Township, it was the place where they learned to read, add, and grow up. The building, constructed nearly 90 years ago as part of a depression-era jobs program, was demolished to support [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A potential merger that could affect millions of utility customers is hearing from the people tonight. The Public Utility Commission (PUC) was at the Radisson in Scranton Thursday, taking input from the public on a proposed merger between American Water and Essential Utilities. Together, the companies serve millions of customers [...]
(WBRE/WYOU)— The I-81 Rivalry is renewed tonight with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Penguins facing off against the Hershey Bears to start the Calder Cup Playoffs at Mohegan Arena. WHTM Sports Director Allie Berube stops by to talk a little about the Bears' season, as well as give a little insight into some key players to watch out [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Students across 11 different majors at the University of Scranton are putting what they learn in the classroom to work, helping children with many physical and mental disabilities. Students are creating nearly 20 specialized cars for children with physical and mental disadvantages. The goal is to bring equality to playtime. [...]
PLAINS TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The man responsible for a deadly hit‑and‑run in Plains Township has now been sentenced. Louis Weihbrecht will spend 15 to 40 years behind bars for the death of 47-year-old Mark Svadeba. The crash happened in September 2024 when Weihbrecht's truck hit the victim's motorcycle. Weihbrecht pleaded guilty to homicide [...]
MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a multi‑year investigation has uncovered serious allegations involving a Tobyhanna man. Authorities say 48‑year‑old Felix Codrington faces numerous felony charges, including attempted homicide and aggravated assault, tied to incidents from 2020 all the way up to this year. Police say the case came to light through outside agencies and [...]
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A shots-fired investigation in Lackawanna County put many residents in danger Monday afternoon. Officers say a bullet traveled from a downstairs apartment into the ceiling and floor above, where residents were home at the time. 43‑year‑old Michael Sheridan now faces multiple charges, including reckless endangerment, after admitting that the gun accidentally [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — Frost Advisories are in place for portions of central and eastern Pennsylvania. If you already planted and the plants are sensitive to the cold, protect them! A few showers will be around this evening. Afterwards, skies will clear out a bit, and temperatures will fall into the lower and middle 30s. Areas of [...]
SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Schuylkill County Judge Jacqueline Russell confirmed that Lamour Branch has pleaded guilty to 3rd degree murder, along with other related charges, one day before his trial was scheduled to start. Branch pleaded guilty and was immediately sentenced to 18 to 36 years for 3rd degree murder, 8 to 16 years for aggravated [...]
(WHTM) - The Hershey Bears have released the schedule for the Atlantic Division Semifinals against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. The best of five series will begin on the road at the Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza on Thursday, April 30. The complete schedule is as follows: Tickets for Hershey’s home games will go on sale Sunday, [...]
