YATESVILLE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local law firm and first responders are teaming up to talk with high school seniors about making smart decisions during prom season. Prom season is here, and local law enforcement and attorneys are reminding students about making safe choices behind the wheel. Lawyers at Fellerman and Ciarimboli provided a [...]
WEST WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — One person is dead as crews were called Wednesday afternoon to West Wyoming for a house fire, according to the coroner. Luzerne County Coroner Dion Fernandes says that one person was kill in Wednesday's fire just after 4 p.m. on Cooper Hill Road. Firefighters faced difficulty, as the fire [...]
ALMEDIA, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local church is lending a helping hand. Twice a month, the Shiloh Bible Church in Almedia opens up the doors of its 'Share House.' Inside, people can get clothing, shoes, and small household items, all free of charge. A church member says they are seeing an increase in people [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — The "100 Days of Summer Driving," the time period between Memorial Day and Labor Day, is just around the corner. These days are some of the most dangerous days for teen drivers. According to AAA, in 2023, 2,897 people were killed in crashes involving a teen driver. 860 of those deaths happened during [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The ribbon was cut Wednesday on a brand new outdoor multi-court facility at Nay Aug Park in Scranton. The area features eight pickle ball courts and two basketball courts located next to the Nay Aug community room. The courts are also near the new pool at the park, which will [...]
THROOP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — One man has been arrested after police say he made numerous threats to an elected official and a business owner. According to police, 25-year-old Jimmy Goble of Throop was taken into custody after an investigation led to the discovery of numerous threats to Democratic Senator Marty Flynn and a local [...]
JESSUP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY(WBRE/WYOU) — All over Jessup Borough, flags have begun to appear... All for a day celebrated in only two places in the world. "Well, that's a matter of pride. And as stated earlier, a lot of it has to do with tradition. You know, it's a very close-knit community, “ said Gregg Betty, [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for portions of Pennsylvania. Strong storms will have the potential to produce damaging wind, heavy downpours, and small hail. A cold front will move across Pennsylvania tonight with a few showers and thunderstorms. The threat of severe weather will quickly end this evening. The rest of [...]
EXETER, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In the 20th district, a longtime incumbent faced a newcomer. State Senator Lisa Baker is seeking a sixth term and won in the primary race against challenger Tyler Meyers. Pennsylvania's 20th Senatorial District includes parts of Luzerne and Wayne counties, and all of Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties. Since 2007, [...]
LEWISBURG — Lewisburg Borough Council on Tuesday denied a citizen’s request to paint 20 of the borough’s iconic tri-globe lamps black instead of green.
