HANOVER TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A mother allegedly threatened her daughter with murder-suicide before she pointed a gun at her, police say. Police say 34-year-old Caitlin Cook of Hanover Township is charged after an alleged argument with her daughter about school attendance, where she threatened to commit a murder-suicide before putting a gun to [...]
GLEN LYON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is facing charges for firing multiple gunshots after police say a fight happened between him and a woman's husband. 28-year-old Paul Sherlinski of Moncanaqua is charged with the following, as police say he fired multiple shots during a fight near Arch Street around 5:00 a.m. Sunday in [...]
The West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates 55 years this weekend with a parade, vendors, and nonstop entertainment, marking a vibrant community event.
Reaction to the attempted shooting from folks in our area who know a thing or two about Secret Service protection. Newswatch 16's Adi Iyer heard from them.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Studies show that when children learn to play the piano, they sharpen reading, science, and math skills, and improve their overall brain power. It also provides a creative outlet for themselves and others to enjoy. 28/22's Mark Hiller introduces a teen piano player who is making quite an impression. The [...]
NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A high school in Luzerne County turned its annual spirit games into something far bigger than competition: The stadium at Greater Nanticoke Area High School was filled with energy Monday afternoon for the faculty spirit games. This year's focus was on supporting Sadie Schultz, a third grader battling bone cancer. [...]
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Saturday's White House Correspondents' Dinner was disrupted by violence. Suspected gunman 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, is accused of attempting to breach a security checkpoint with weapons, allegedly trying to reach the president and cabinet officials. Authorities say Allen exchanged gunfire with law enforcement. This incident adds to a growing list [...]
A night out drinking with another man's wife led to a fistfight, gunshots and, for one man, handcuffs
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Spring is in full swing, and we had some floral fun in our area this weekend. The Annual Cherry Blossom Fest returned to Wilkes-Barre's Kirby Park. Crowds filled the park for two days of food, live entertainment, and nearly 40 vendors celebrating the season, rain or shine. "We've been here [...]
Families enjoyed food, rides, and retail vendors at Wilkes-Barre's Cherry Blossom Festival.
