Luzerne County

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WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Mayor George Brown proclaimed Monday, October 12, as Babe Ruth Day over the weekend during a community event in the Diamond City. The proclamation was part of a celebration recognizing Babe Ruth's connection to the local community. The event honored Ruth's historic home run at Artillery Park in 1926, where [...]

KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY(WBRE/WYOU) — As October and spooky season roll on, Kingston is getting ready for its 10th annual trunk-or-treat. Growing over time, the event now draws more than 1,500 kids from across the community. The local fire and police departments plan the festivities, giving kids an up-close look at those who protect and serve. [...]

A Middle Eastern Food Festival will take place this weekend in Wilkes-Barre.

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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.