Two were flown to the hospital for burns after a modified lawnmower blade hit and exploded a propane tank in Salem Township on Monday afternoon.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Officials say a portion of a Wilkes-Barre street will be closed off later this week as crews work on a water line.
On Monday, Wilkes-Barre City announced East Northhampton Street between South Wilkes-Barre Boulevard and South Pennsylvania Avenue will be closed to all traffic on Wednesday, September 10, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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The closure is for Pennsylvania American Water's water line installation, according to authorities.
SALEM TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people were injured and flown to a hospital after a propane tank exploded Monday afternoon.
On Monday, the Salem Township Fire Department posted on Facebook information on the incident.
Authorities say they were called around 2:00 p.m. to the 100 block of Main Street in the Beach Haven section of the Township for a fire after a propane explosion.
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Crews explain that two were injured in the blaze and were flown to a nearby hospital for reported burn injuries.
Police say a home and a vehicle along the 400 block of North River Street were struck by gunfire early Saturday morning.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Multiple gunshots fired in a Wilkes-Barre neighborhood caused damage to several people's property.
On September 6, around 5:30 a.m., officers were called to the 400 block of North River Street for a report of gunshots being fired.
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Once on the scene, the victim stated he heard five gunshots fired while he was inside a house, and when he left, he saw bullets had hit his vehicle several times, police reported.
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WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There was a sea of color and compassion in Wilkes-Barre as hundreds of people came together to raise awareness for suicide prevention. Out of the Darkness Community Walks are part of a nationwide movement, and this year's event brought record turnout.
The Out of the Darkness Walk has been part of a national effort for more than a decade.
In Wilkes-Barre, organizers expected around 700 people, but more than 1,000 showed up, a sign the movement is growing.
Adam Weiner, singer for Low Cut Connie, finally got to perform in front of a crowd in Wilkes-Barre two months after a cancelled appearance at Rockin' the River.
LEHMAN TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Saturday's weather couldn't stop another fun day at the fair. People from near and far travelled to the 63rd Annual Luzerne County Fair for food, rides, and games.
The weather held up for day four of the fair, marking another successful day.
Carnival rides, a tribute band, and a magician: The Luzerne County Fair has something for everyone to enjoy.
Established in 1962, the fair works to bring the community together to build a better future.
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens of families headed to the mall for school supplies earlier on Saturday, and you might be surprised to know their bill was free.
The Wyoming Valley Mall in Wilkes-Barre Township hosted a Customer Appreciation and Back-To-School event, featuring about 30 vendors.
About 200 backpacks were distributed for kids in kindergarten through 12th grade.
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The bags were packed with free supplies, including crayons, markers, notebooks, and pencils.
