WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens of plates sat neatly arranged on a table, but they were not there for a meal. Instead, each place setting represented a life lost to domestic violence, serving as a powerful reminder of the victims who should still be here today. The display, known as “An Empty Place at the [...]
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — CDE Exotics Owner Cameron English is facing a multitude of charges, including multiple counts of torturing animals and cruelty to animals. The 38 year-old was arrested last week after an extensive investigation revealed severe neglect and poor living conditions for dozens of animals. A police raid in April brought those [...]
The Domestic Violence Service Center in Wilkes-Barre is marking 50 years of aiding survivors, as advocates highlight the growing need and vital impact of their work.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Investigators say they intercepted a package that was delivering cocaine from Puerto Rico to Wilkes-Barre inside a LEGO container. On September 29, members of the United States Postal Inspection Service were conducting a parcel investigation in Puerto Rico, where police say the package was part of drug trafficking. Puerto Rico [...]
The Luzerne County borough has been impacted by flooding several times, and residents have been waiting for a levee to be installed to prevent further flooding.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they were searching for an 85-year-old woman who was reported missing. An 85-year-old woman was reported missing in Wilkes-Barre and has since been found safe.
WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Fifteen years after flooding devastated communities across Luzerne County, and West Pittston is still without a levee system to protect from future storms; but that doesn't mean they're not trying. Engineers met with residents and leaders in one of those communities Wednesday night to give an update and an explanation [...]
A woman was found dead along the Susquehanna River in 1964. Now, decades later, her remains are being exhumed in hopes of identifying her.
Newswatch 16's Anthony Bordanaro took a trip across Luzerne County to see which areas have the best colors.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An annual Greek food festival hosted by the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church took off in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, bringing traditional food and community support to Luzerne County. The annual event serves as a critical fundraiser to sustain the local church. Proceeds from the food sales directly fund operations and facility [...]
