HARRISBURG — Colleges, technical schools and public schools in 21 Pennsylvania counties will share $11.8 million in state grant funding to train students pursuing careers in highway construction and maintenance.
Editor's Note: This article has been updated to reflect that Alisha Hart was arrested on Oct. 22. WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An investigation into an accused arsonist caused police activity and road closures in Lycoming County. Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) in Montoursville investigated an incident in the 1300 block of Dewey Avenue in Williamsport [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — A few clouds will roll across our skies tonight as a reinforcing shot of chilly air arrives. Temperatures will be in the lower and middle 30s by morning. Friday's cold start will turn into a pleasant afternoon. Plenty of sunshine will push afternoon temperatures to near 60. It'll be cold for high school [...]
ARCHBALD, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— After nine long hearings, hours of testimony and almost a year of fighting, residents of Archbald are now celebrating after borough council voted to deny the data center project known as Wildcat Ridge. "I was crying, for sure. Just hearing the yes to deny, one after another, it just made all [...]
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Millennium Circle Advisory Committee has announced the names of the non-profit finalists who will present their projects at the 2026 Luncheon for a chance to win this year's grant. Out of 40+ grant applicants, a total of eight non-profits were selected across Luzerne County, including the Domestic Violence Service Center, [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — He's been called a ray of sunshine with a smile that will melt your heart. He just needs a family to embrace that vibe and support him through life. 28/22 News would like you to meet seven-year-old Elias. Take one look at Elias and you can't help but smile. He has a grin [...]
POCONO PINES, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pocono Mountain Regional Police Foundation has launched its annual donation drive to support the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department's K-9 unit in Pocono Pines, Monroe County. Money raised through the drive provides resources for the police dogs and their handlers. The department is collecting donations to support its [...]
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Delays are expected to continue for drivers along Route 29 in Plymouth and Jackson Townships, according to an advisory from Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). PennDOT advises traffic will be restricted to a single lane on Route 29 between Chase Road and North Mill Street (Maureen's Ice Cream). The single lane [...]
OLYPHANT, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Gas service is nearly fully restored in Olyphant, Lackawanna County, after a gas leak on Monday forced a neighborhood evacuation. The leak occurred when a contractor struck a gas main, initially leaving nearly 150 UGI customers without gas service. Crews from the utility company have since restored service to most [...]
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A warning for property owners in Monroe County: The Recorder of Deeds says her office is receiving more calls about fraudulent listings for vacant land. The concern is that these scams can move forward before the actual property owner even knows their land is being listed. Now, Monroe County is [...]
