WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Investigators say they intercepted a package that was delivering cocaine from Puerto Rico to Wilkes-Barre inside a LEGO container. On September 29, members of the United States Postal Inspection Service were conducting a parcel investigation in Puerto Rico, where police say the package was part of drug trafficking. Puerto Rico [...]
The Luzerne County borough has been impacted by flooding several times, and residents have been waiting for a levee to be installed to prevent further flooding.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they were searching for an 85-year-old woman who was reported missing. An 85-year-old woman was reported missing in Wilkes-Barre and has since been found safe.
WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Fifteen years after flooding devastated communities across Luzerne County, and West Pittston is still without a levee system to protect from future storms; but that doesn't mean they're not trying. Engineers met with residents and leaders in one of those communities Wednesday night to give an update and an explanation [...]
A woman was found dead along the Susquehanna River in 1964. Now, decades later, her remains are being exhumed in hopes of identifying her.
Newswatch 16's Anthony Bordanaro took a trip across Luzerne County to see which areas have the best colors.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An annual Greek food festival hosted by the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church took off in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, bringing traditional food and community support to Luzerne County. The annual event serves as a critical fundraiser to sustain the local church. Proceeds from the food sales directly fund operations and facility [...]
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The SPCA has provided an update regarding concerns over the animals impacted by the CDE Exotics cruelty charges. The SPCA of Luzerne County stated they remain actively involved and committed to their responsibilities surrounding the CDE Exotics case. According to court documents, 38-year-old Cameron English was arrested after an investigation revealed [...]
Toys for Tots is accepting donations for this holiday season and will continue to do so through December 14th.
A well-known gazebo in Freeland is shut down for the time being.
