NEWPORT TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A sinkhole is causing a stir in Newport Township and locals say they've had enough. A portion of East Kirmar Avenue is currently closed after a large sinkhole opened up. People who neighbor it say this has been a lingering issue for months, forcing drivers to take detours onto [...]
SUNBURY — The Shikellamy School District is expected to hire a third officer for its police department at a meeting later this week.
WILLIAMSPORT — An inmate incarcerated at the United States Penitentiary in Allenwood for stabbing a cellmate in Arizona threatened to assault and murder multiple employees of the federal Bureau of Prisons, according to a media release from the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
TAYLOR, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — What began as a way to honor the memory of a beloved friend has grown into an event that continues to make a difference for children and families in need. Golfers gathered at Pine Hills Country Club on Sunday for the fifth annual "Bogeys for Burkey" golf tournament, an event [...]
SUNBURY — Book lovers gathered Saturday for a local author book fair at Iron Vines Winery.
POCONO LAKE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local tattoo shop is putting its ink to good use, taking its profits and donating them to support local non-profit animal rescues in Monroe County. Hammerhead Tattoo is not your typical tattoo shop. It started in June 2026 with the sole purpose of raising donations to support local [...]
BERWICK, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 draws near, a fire company in Berwick is doing its part to bring awareness to first responders battling post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a mental health challenge affecting 1 out of every 20 adults in the U.S every year, according to U.S Department of Veteran [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — You could spend all weekend at La Festa Italiana and still not experience everything the annual festival has to offer. From family traditions and longtime friendships to endless food options, the event has become a Labor Day weekend staple for thousands across Northeastern Pennsylvania. To capture the spirit of the [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — Happy Sunday! Unlike last week, we will spend most of the week dry, quiet, and comfortable. Although, there are a few rain chances in the forecast. For today, you can expect a mix of sun and clouds with high temperatures in the low and middle 70s. Tonight will be mostly clear and chilly [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The 17th annual Tracey's Hope Memorial Pet Walk, Car and Motorcycle Show brought community members and their pets together Saturday at McDade Park in Scranton. The event raises funds for Tracey's Hope Hospice Care and Rescue for Domestic Animals, Inc., an organization serving Luzerne and Lackawanna counties. The group provides care [...]
