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Neighbor reacts to Ding Dong Ditch gone wrong

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Lackawanna County man is facing charges accused of kidnapping a pre-teen girl after a childhood prank where they knocked on his door and ran away.

It happened last week and police say she was held at gunpoint before finally escaping.

Police say a group of kids were playing "Ding-dong-ditch," in a Scranton neighborhood when one of the doors they knocked on turned terrifying.

Police say one of the kids was kidnapped and held at gunpoint, before she finally got free.

A knock at the door could mean many things.

Garage ruled a total loss after fire

SCOTT TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews battled a garage fire at an equipment rental service Friday night along Layton Road.

According to a Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) press release, crews responded to the 700 block of Justus Boulevard at Powell's Sales Service and Rental for a reported structure fire just before 8:00 p.m.

When on-scene, Justus Volunteer Fire Company Assistant Fire Chief Justin Stalica states that crews witnessed fire and smoke coming from one of the buildings on the five building property.

Local inclusive business opens new bakery

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— It was a day filled with fresh baked treats in Luzerne County.

Coffee Inclusive's new bakery shop held its grand opening this afternoon in Pittston.

Employees were recognized and dignitaries and representatives were also there for the ribbon cutting.

As part of the fun and celebration, Founder and CEO of Coffee Inclusive, Frank Bartoli, got a pie to the face from his daughter Ellie.

She's also one of the employees.

Preschool program thriving after reintroduction

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In December, the Scranton school board unanimously approved the reintroduction of a preschool program, now the Pilot program is up and running.

The preschool program is thriving once again for Scranton School District, welcoming the youngest learners back into the classroom.

Every morning, preschool teacher Ariana Pillier warmly greets a lively group of students, eagerly gathering around for circle time to shake out their 'sillies'.

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