Luzerne County

HARVEYS LAKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Hundreds of triathletes have a big sense of accomplishment on Sunday. They swam, biked, and ran their way at the Back Mountain Triathlon. Not only does it challenge athletes, but it also helps local nonprofits.

Around 250 athletes dove into Harvey's Lake for the first leg of the Back Mountain Triathlon, taking on a nearly one-mile swim, a challenging bike ride, and a run to the finish line.

The course is tough, but for many, it's also tradition.

Crews were called to a house fire along Main Street in Conyngham Township on Sunday around 1:45 p.m.

The Luzerne County Coroner says Adam Shaw of Plymouth died after a crash at the Highland Park Boulevard exit on I-81 South in Wilkes-Barre Township on Saturday.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame recording artist John Oates was the headline performer for Wilkes-Barre’s third summer concert on Public Square.

The two-mile-long parade started on Saturday at 11 a.m. along Main Street.

The event gave supplies, haircuts, and fun activities for families on Saturday afternoon in Wilkes-Barre.

Two Little League Challenger teams got a chance to step up to the plate in South Williamsport, one team coming from Luzerne County.

WEST WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A popular fundraiser brought together wine enthusiasts and supporters of a local non-profit. The wine festival Rhythm and Wine returned to the Moonlite Drive-In in West Wyoming for its fifth year on Saturday.

The festival featured live music, food, and more than 20 vendors serving up wine, moonshine, cider, and more.

They also raised money for Big Brothers Big Sisters of NEPA using sponsors, ticket sales, and raffles.

Pittston Tomato Festival 5K Walk, Race kicks off

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Cold water and a good cause: The Pittston City Polar Plunge made its debut Saturday afternoon during the city's Tomato Festival.

The event, held just a block away from the parade route, is part of a special Olympics Pennsylvania's biggest fundraiser of the year.

Organizers say about 35 people took the leap on Saturday, with the pool even sporting tomato floaties to match the festival theme.

Celebrating festival weekend with parade in Luzerne County

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pittston's Tomato Festival is not just about fruit, food, and fun. For some, it is also about keeping children safe.

Volunteers from the non-profit, HKQ Kids, distributed helmets for its Annual Bike Helmet Giveaway on Saturday. The giveaway hopes to raise awareness about helmet safety.

Any child was able to receive a free helmet as long as they were accompanied by an adult. The helmets came in a variety of colors.

"I got red," Bike Helmet Recipient Autumn Walsh said.