Luzerne County

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 Meteorologist Valerie Smock is getting in on the month of Irish celebrations.

She was a guest speaker on Sunday at the Greater Pittston Friendly Sons of Saint Patrick Women's Luncheon.

Besides a buffet and beverages, the luncheon featured Irish step dancing and live music.

Organizers say they host the luncheon as a way to give back to women who do so much in the community.

Raising Irish flag as Scranton Saint Patrick’s Parade approaches

Newswatch 16's Valeria Quinones explains how an officer's spirit of service lives on more than 20 years later.

A fire broke out at the home along Center Avenue just after 9:30 p.m. Saturday.

DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man known for his decades as a lawyer, judge, and veterans advocate can now add something else to his resume.

On Saturday, Retired Judge Tom Munley was honored as this year's Ancient Order of Hibernians Paul "Hook" O'Malley Division Four Man of the Year.

Munley received a plaque and sash at the awards dinner held at La Buona Vita Banquet Hall in Dunmore.

The Scranton native is a Vietnam Veteran and former teacher who is well known for helping others.

Runners hit the pavement for Leprechaun Loop in Luzerne County

LA PLUME TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Keystone College will remain accredited, at least for now.

They announced it received the news from its accreditor, the Middle States Commission on higher education, after Keystone met requirements outlining progress toward fixing its financial problems.

The news means Keystone revoked an appeal hearing that was scheduled later this month.

Luzerne County business serving up cups o’ Joe for runners

The college can now resume marketing, recruiting, and enrolling students.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens of people are calling on the Trump administration to ease up on cuts to federal government jobs and programs. They took to the streets on Saturday to make their voices heard.

The March as One Rally traveled from the sidewalks of the Luzerne County Courthouse to the heart of Public Square.

Dozens joined area organizations to protest the latest actions taken by the Trump administration, just days before the State of the Union address.

BENTON TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) say a Dalton man lost $36,000 in a theft by deception scheme.

Troopers say they are investigating the incident that occurred via the phone or computer.

Luzerne County business serving up cups o’ Joe for runners

Authorities explain a 70-year-old Dalton man was deceived into depositing two payments of $18,000 into a Bitcoin ATM, sending the money to the suspect.

The victim lost a total of $36,000 in the incident and state police are still investigating.

People came out to join a march at Public Square Saturday afternoon.

Crews were called to a home along 2nd Street in Harveys Lake just before noon.

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — For runners, or really anyone looking for a little pick-me-up, there is just the spot. Drip Coffee Company at South Main and Water Streets in Pittston was packed with customers.

The business is typically a drive-through, but they turned it into a walk-up since roads were closed for parade day activities.

Runners hit the pavement for Leprechaun Loop in Luzerne County

The line extended out the door and down the sidewalk on what's become a "Top of the Morning" tradition for the coffee shop.