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PennDOT warns drivers of headaches on I-81 starting Sunday

(WBRE/WYOU) — PennDOT is warning drivers of impending lane restrictions that could affect traffic on Interstate 81 in Luzerne and Lackawanna County. According to a press release from PennDOT, the following changes will take effect: Lackawanna County: Luzerne County: PennDOT warns that these restrictions are expected to cause significant delays. Motorists should find alternate routes [...]

Team Kamo and more perform in Wilkes-Barre Township Friday

WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY(WBRE/WYOU) — Ellie Kam and Danny O’Shea were the final Olympic skaters for Team USA in February, helping clinch gold for the squad. But their path to that moment wasn’t guaranteed. If anything, it felt more like something out of Hollywood. O'Shea is older than most of his teammates, with a 14-year [...]

Wren Kitchens last minute-layoffs affect hundreds of workers

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Hundreds in Luzerne County alone are out of a job Thursday after a major retailer announced it would cease all operations inside the United States immediately. While layoffs aren't all that uncommon, former employees of the company say they weren't even given a day's notice. Just as the day [...]

Man accused of threatening, hitting golf ball at couple

BUTLER TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A golf dispute ended with a man behind bars in Luzerne County. Police say John Aquaviva threatened a couple by hitting a ball in their direction and saying he would shoot them. The altercation happened Thursday afternoon at Sand Springs Golf Course after the Albrightsville man was playing too [...]

Dire Straits Legacy headlines Wilkes-Barre's 4th free concert

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dire Straits Legacy will headline Wilkes-Barre's Free Summer Concert this year. The 4th annual concert will take place Aug. 14. A local artist will start the show at 7:00 p.m. and Dire Straits Legacy will take the stage at 8:00 p.m. Mayor George Brown says events like these create lasting [...]

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