September 7, 2025 at 18:13 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There was a sea of color and compassion in Wilkes-Barre as hundreds of people came together to raise awareness for suicide prevention. Out of the Darkness Community Walks are part of a nationwide movement, and this year's event brought record turnout.
The Out of the Darkness Walk has been part of a national effort for more than a decade.
In Wilkes-Barre, organizers expected around 700 people, but more than 1,000 showed up, a sign the movement is growing.
September 7, 2025 at 01:00 EDTPress Enterprise
Child was on Route 11 in underwear, police report
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Ber-Vaughn Pool lifeguards allegedly made comments in private group chat
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Firefighters hail child who alerted grandmother to shed blaze
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September 6, 2025 at 23:10 EDTPA homepage
LEHMAN TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Saturday's weather couldn't stop another fun day at the fair. People from near and far travelled to the 63rd Annual Luzerne County Fair for food, rides, and games.
The weather held up for day four of the fair, marking another successful day.
Carnival rides, a tribute band, and a magician: The Luzerne County Fair has something for everyone to enjoy.
Established in 1962, the fair works to bring the community together to build a better future.
September 6, 2025 at 22:50 EDTDaily Item
The traditional holiday shopping blitz continues to slide forward each year, and even Black Friday has lost some of its retail spotlight. Uncertainty regarding tariffs and potential supply chain challenges has the Valley’s small business retailers considering the impact on the prices and availability of gifts for consumers well ahead of Black Friday and Christmas.
September 6, 2025 at 19:05 EDTPA homepage
BUTLER TOWNSHIP, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Firefighters were out early Saturday morning and overcame several obstacles in battling a difficult Butler Township fire.
In a Facebook post, Lavelle Volunteer Fire Company says they, along with additional crews from the surrounding area, were called to a house fire on Reichwen Road in Butler Township early Saturday morning, just before 12:10 a.m.
When crews arrived, authorities say they were initially unable to find the fire, but after investigation, crews found the flames above the treeline from a remote, wooded area.
September 6, 2025 at 18:36 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens of families headed to the mall for school supplies earlier on Saturday, and you might be surprised to know their bill was free.
The Wyoming Valley Mall in Wilkes-Barre Township hosted a Customer Appreciation and Back-To-School event, featuring about 30 vendors.
About 200 backpacks were distributed for kids in kindergarten through 12th grade.
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The bags were packed with free supplies, including crayons, markers, notebooks, and pencils.
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