August 3, 2025 at 23:10 EDTPA homepage
MOUNTAIN TOP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Mountain Top business is getting some help from the community after a big setback.
The women's boutique shop has been sidelined since May following a fire. On Sunday, a good crowd turned out for a show-stopping car and motorcycle show fundraiser.
The funds from the car and motorcycle show will help the owner as she starts from square one.
People packed the parking lots of King's Pizza and Caribbean Smokehouse on Sunday, but they were not there just for food.
August 3, 2025 at 19:18 EDTPA homepage
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY — It was a nice day on Sunday for a run across the region, and that is exactly what dozens did in Kingston. They took part in the 17th Annual Pauly Friedman 5K Family Walk and Run.
It kicked off at the Friedman Jewish Community Center. The fundraiser also included raffle baskets.
Proceeds go toward PA 211 NE/Help Line supporting vital community services.
New basketball court opens in Dupont
It was a cause near and dear to former JCC board member, Pauline Friedman, for whom the fundraiser is named.
August 3, 2025 at 18:24 EDTPA homepage
(WBRE/WYOU) — The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued an air quality warning for Monday in parts of northeastern central Pennsylvania.
DEP blames wildfires in central Canada for the Code Orange Air Quality Action Day.
Enjoying brunch with a side of jazz in Scranton
Half of the 20 counties under the advisory are in our region, which are listed below:
Bradford County
Clinton County
Lackawanna County
Luzerne County
Lycoming County
Sullivan County
Susquehanna County
Tioga County
August 3, 2025 at 18:18 EDTWNEP
After it was damaged in a fire in April, the family business known for its beloved pierogies is up and running again.
August 2, 2025 at 23:26 EDTPA homepage
DUPONT, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new blacktop basketball court and walking trail is now open in Dupont.
The community turned out on Saturday for the ribbon-cutting, celebrating the new court and trail on Hemlock and Walnut streets.
The first phase cost about $160,000 and was all funded by grants and help from state legislators.
The old court was considered deplorable, and the Dupont Council President says a walking trail was needed since people were starting to walk the streets.
He also hopes the upgrades send a message.
August 2, 2025 at 23:16 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local event wrapped up on Saturday to raise money for abused and neglected children. NEPA's Summer In The City celebrated its Second Annual Day Downtown in Wilkes-Barre.
The fundraising festival started Saturday morning and continued until 8:00 p.m. It featured something for everyone.
Food trucks, small businesses, and carnival games brought plenty of people to Public Square on Saturday for NEPA's Day Downtown.
August 2, 2025 at 23:06 EDTPA homepage
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police need help to track down an alleged thief at Weis Market.
Surveillance video caught a suspect who broke into Weis Market on North River Street.
Police say the burglar smashed a front window and made their way into the store Saturday shortly after 4:00 a.m.
Police investigating after man was shot twice
The intruder filled up a bag with candy and may have taken other items.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Plains Township Police Department or message them on their Facebook page.
August 2, 2025 at 21:47 EDTWNEP
Families and friends enjoyed classic cars at the Autos for Alzheimer's show at Misericordia University on Saturday.
August 2, 2025 at 20:02 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There was a splash of community spirit on Saturday in Wilkes-Barre as runners and walkers supported children in need. Nearly 75 participants hit the trail at Kirby Park for the Second Annual NEPA Run the River 5K and Fun Walk.
The race near the Susquehanna featured volunteers armed with water guns to keep runners cool.
The event raised money for Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Wyoming Valley as a kickoff event to NEPA's downtown day.
August 2, 2025 at 19:58 EDTPA homepage
FORTY FORT, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — People puckered up for the Pickle This Pickle That Pickle Fest at the Forty Fort Sports Complex. The event featured plenty of pickle-flavored food and pickle-inspired crafts.
With nearly 40 vendors on hand, there was something to relish for pickle lovers of all ages.
Celebrating culture at NEPA Latino Fiesta in Scranton
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