Luzerne County

Gas prices in Pennsylvania hit $4.14 a gallon, with diesel averaging $6.08 according to AAA.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Soaring gas prices are taking a toll on a local business. The dessert delivery service is forced to work around the cost of fuel with no end in sight. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes caught up with them Saturday for their Easter rush and explained what they are facing. Inside [...]

Volunteers gathered in Luzerne County to build beds for kids in need, aiming to ensure no child sleeps on the floor and can thrive in school.

WEST WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A large group of volunteers in Luzerne County came together to build beds for kids in need. Dozens of volunteers in West Wyoming built the beds from scratch for Build Day, one of many held throughout the year. Their goal is simple: make sure kids between the ages of [...]

KINGSTON TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Trout Season began on Saturday, and anglers were quick to take advantage of the warmer weather. Lines are in the water as Trout Season gets underway across Pennsylvania. Fishermen of all ages are heading to lakes, rivers, and streams, all hoping to reel in a fresh catch. At Francis [...]

HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In observing this Good Friday, hundreds of parishioners gathered for the annual 'Way of the Cross' walk in Hazleton. Members of parish youth groups played central roles in the event. The tradition has been around for several years and gives area Catholics a chance to take part in the 14 [...]

Dozens gathered on Public Square to commemorate Good Friday.

Hughestown Hose Company's annual fish fry fundraiser helps support vital EMS training and equipment costs.

MOUNTAIN TOP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Crestwood's district championship last spring was a nearly complete team effort, except for one forward, whose return to the field has played a crucial role in the Comets' 3-1 start. 28/22 Sports Reporter Alaina Losito brings us more about our athlete of the week: Ty McConnell. We're just a few games [...]

AVOCA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Wally's Barbershop in Avoca is back open after being closed for more than two months. The barbershop was closed after a fire ripped through the building in mid-January. The shop has sat on McAlpine Street for 23 years. The owner says he has high hopes for the shop in 2026, [...]