Luzerne County

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There was a bittersweet event in Wilkes-Barre. After more than a century of service, the 109th has been absorbed by the 28th Division Artillery.

Leaders say it is not the end of a legacy, but the beginning of a new chapter.

Inside the Kingston Armory on Sunday was pride, honor, and history.

The 109th Field Artillery formally cased its colors, and the 28th Division Artillery rolled out its own.

(WBRE/WYOU) — A school district in Luzerne County says one of its employees is not to blame for sensitive political commentary on that worker's social media account.

Wyoming Valley West says the account was compromised.

NEPA crowds honors late political activist

The district says there is no threat to students, families, and staff, adding that the matter is being investigated and the social media account is being secured.

HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — At least two people are dead and one is in the hospital after a shooting incident that police responded to in Hazleton Saturday evening.

According to a release from the Hazleton City Police Department, officers were dispatched to Hilltop Apartments around 5:15 p.m. for a report of a victim with a gunshot wound.

Officials state that two victims were found with gunshot wounds when officers arrived. One victim was transported to the hospital for their injuries. The victim's condition is unknown at this time.

Shots were fired on Saturday afternoon in Wilkes-Barre, leaving a person injured, police say.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Call it a celebration of diversity in downtown Wilkes-Barre. About a dozen or so groups danced down South Main Street for the city's Annual Multi-Cultural Parade and Festival.

Participants wore clothing that reflected their cultural background. Many people, including children, lined the sidewalks to watch.

After that, performers took to the stage and got the crowd moving with upbeat music.

Folks celebrate upcoming season at Fall Craft Fair

VFW Post 283 hosted 'Chippin in for Chip' on Saturday to help raise funds for a rider injured in a motorcycle crash.

The Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania hosted a walk raising awareness for Epilepsy.

HUNLOCK CREEK, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It definitely still feels like summer, but another local event on Saturday had another season in mind. Folks celebrated the coming season on Saturday in Luzerne County by taking part in a Fall Craft Fair.

Dozens of vendors set up shop at the Garden Drive-In. They displayed all sorts of seasonal items, including Halloween-themed artwork.

Organizers could not have picked a better day for the event, which brought out many vendors, including some first-timers.

One vendor revealed her inspiration behind crafting seashells.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens of people are taking steps toward a world without seizures. Roughly 100 walkers made their way through Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday for the Annual Walk for Epilepsy.

About one in 26 people will be diagnosed with the disorder in their lifetime.

The walk through the years has helped raise funds for a community epilepsy center that opened last year in Kingston.

It serves as a site for a whole host of services to help families navigate challenges.

Man found guilty for murder of girlfriend

HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police were out in Hazleton after a reported incident Saturday evening.

Authorities told 28/22 News that Hazleton City Police were called to the 1500 block of East Broad Street in Hazleton.

Officers placed police tape around the scene to close off the road.

28/22 News spoke with a neighbor who called 911 to report what he witnessed.

He said he heard gunfire shortly after 5:00 p.m. Then, when he checked to see what happened, he made a disturbing discovery.