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Mock crash demonstration aims to prevent prom night tragedies

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 [...]

One person killed in house fire, coroner says

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 [...]

Church clothing drive helping community, accepting donations

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 [...]

New pickleball, basketball courts opened at Nay Aug Park

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 [...]

Man charged with threatening Sen. Marty Flynn

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 [...]

Pennsylvania weather: Scattered showers, thunderstorms in forecast

(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 [...]

Lisa Baker wins primary race for Pennsylvania's 20th district

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, [...]

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