Luzerne County

Gubernatorial Candidate Stacy Garrity made a campaign stop in Wilkes-Barre Township to discuss the future of data center projects.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A drive-by shooting over the weekend near an apartment complex in Wilkes-Barre is under investigation. On May 31, around 8:00 p.m., officers were called to the 900 block of Scott Street for a report of shots fired. Police say Luzerne County 911 received an open-line call during which screaming could [...]

Adoptable kittens and yoga combined in Pittston to support Barbuti Kitten Academy, blending relaxation with community aid as attendees enjoy a playful afternoon.

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Cats, yoga, and a local brewery all came together for a sold-out event in Pittston: Kittens climbed, played, and curled up beside participants during Kitten Yoga inside Blind Cat Beer Company. The event featured cat-themed music, a packed crowd, and plenty of chances for people to interact with kittens from [...]

LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Overnight traffic disruptions are coming to Interstate 81 in Luzerne County. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) says lane restrictions will affect both northbound and southbound traffic from 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. starting Monday through Friday. Emergency guide-rail replacements and road repairs are planned. Look for northbound lane restrictions from [...]

Officials say a water main break at Arena Hub Plaza in Wilkes-Barre impacts multiple businesses, with emergency repairs expected to take 8 hours.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Being the first in your family to go to college is special, and on Saturday, the Wilkes University Founders Gala was all about helping those who accept that challenge. The event held on the grounds of the Westmoreland Club in Wilkes-Barre raised funds for Wilkes University's First-Generation Scholarship Fund. "Our [...]

DURYEA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Hundreds of people celebrated a milestone Saturday. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes explained the community celebration in Luzerne County. A vibrant parade down Foote Avenue in Duryea lead to an afternoon of fun, and it was all in celebration of the borough's 125th anniversary. Many people, like 91-year-old Ruth Balchune, [...]

Duryea celebrated its 125th anniversary with a parade down Main Street, ending with a community picnic at the Germania Hose Company picnic grounds.

The Community Art Party celebrated local creativity and the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday.