EXETER, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In the 20th district, a longtime incumbent faced a newcomer. State Senator Lisa Baker is seeking a sixth term and won in the primary race against challenger Tyler Meyers. Pennsylvania's 20th Senatorial District includes parts of Luzerne and Wayne counties, and all of Pike, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties. Since 2007, [...]
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — This November, a new person will represent the 121st District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in Harrisburg. The incumbent, Eddie Day Pashinski, has decided not to run again. Tuesday marks a new era in Luzerne County politics. This is the first step of many in filling the soon-to-be vacant [...]
PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local sandwich shop is back open after the sudden death of its owner. Donny's Hoagies on Carver Street in Plymouth started a new chapter after shutting down in January. The shop's owner, Donny Suda, passed away on New Year's Eve. The family says Tuesday was a soft opening, and [...]
SWOYERSVILLE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Fire crews responded to a standalone garage fire in Luzerne County around 4:00 p.m. Chief Mahon of the Swoyersville Fire Department says that they were called to the 400 block of Main Street in Swoyersville for a reported structure fire. Chief Mahon says the garage that caught on fire was [...]
One company in Luzerne County is helping families buckle up safely without breaking the bank.
The primary election of 2026 is off and running. Newswatch 16's Andy Palumbo found a slow start to the day at some polling places.
Erykah Braxton and Atlandrith Owens face charges after the fight along the 500 block of Roosevelt Street left several people injured Monday morning.
Quinton Yachera pleaded guilty on Monday to involuntary manslaughter in connection with the death of his girlfriend's 11-month-old baby last May.
A proposed housing center for minors in Dallas Township sparks heated opposition as residents voice concerns at a zoning hearing.
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The service of local Veterans was honored and celebrated Monday afternoon in Plains Township: The Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce hosted the Honor Recognition Luncheon. The event celebrates local Veterans, recognizes their service, and allows veteran entrepreneurs to connect with the community. Three veteran entrepreneurs were awarded grants to [...]
