Luzerne County

It was the fourth year of the trunk or treat event.

Despite the rain, visitors still could see historical demonstrations and participate in hands-on activities.

KINGSTON TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Frances Slocum Heritage Day in Kingston Township offered community members a lesson in Northeastern Pennsylvania geology on Sunday. The event focused on educating attendees about local geological features and the region's mining history. Held in Luzerne County, the educational event highlighted the foundational role of underground mines in shaping [...]

Re-enactors portrayed historical figures who were buried in the cemetery.

Ruth played in Wilkes-Barre on October 12th in 1926, and hit what he said was the longest home run of his career with an estimated distance of 650 feet.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local Wilkes-Barre resident hosted an inaugural breast cancer awareness walk titled "Help is on the Way" in Public Square for national Breast Cancer Awareness month. The walk stepped off early Saturday morning, progressing down South Main Street to the post office before looping back to Public Square. The event [...]

ASHLEY BOROUGH, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are responding to a scene along Route 309 after a hit and run near Ashley Street resulted in a devastating crash in Luzerne County. According to authorities, the crash scene occurred on Route 309 at around 10:30 p.m. Friday. The crash involved a white Corvette, which authorities say [...]

With the football season in full swing, Nanticoke fans hope the school's security will keep up its work to prevent dangerous items from entering arenas.

The funeral is planned to take place in Bloomsburg.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Weinberg Food Bank is preparing for its annual Thanksgiving dinner giveaway in Luzerne County. The holiday effort is centered at the food bank's location in Jenkins Township. Organized by the Commission on Economic Opportunity, the Weinberg Food Bank provides food assistance to local families ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. [...]