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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 [...]

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Railfest 2026 is underway this Labor Day weekend at the Steamtown National Historic Site in downtown Scranton. The annual event marks a dual milestone this year, celebrating Steamtown's 40th anniversary alongside the 250th anniversary of the United States. The festival celebrates railroading's past, present and future, drawing crowds to Lackawanna [...]

HANOVER TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Hanover Township Police Department has announced an arrest following the conclusion of a three-month-long drug investigation involving a teenager. According to a statement on the Hanover Police Department's official website, authorities arrested Michael Curtis, 19, from Wilkes-Barre, after an investigation revealed he'd allegedly been in possession of illegal [...]

DANVILLE, MONTOUR COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The 2026 Danville Heritage Festival is shinning a spotlight on all things proudly Danville and this year's festival is bringing something special for America's 250th birthday. Starting Sept. 12, the Danville Heritage Festival will kick off 9 a.m Saturday morning, beginning on Mill Street and expanding to include additional event [...]

WILLIAMSPORT — Two New York residents admitted to using a drone to try to deliver drugs and contraband to the Federal Penitentiary in Allenwood in January.