HAZLE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — You may be familiar with what are commonly called the three R's in education: Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic, but at some schools, there is a fourth R: Reserves. 28/22 News Reporter Mark Hiller shows us how the program is helping develop future leaders in this week's Here's To You, [...]
NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge has carried traffic for generations. But, for more than a year now, it's been shut down as crews wait to begin repairs. In recent months, the closed bridge has become a target for vandals. Fencing meant to block access has been torn down four times, costing [...]
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As warm weather returns, so do some sweet staples, including fresh, local honey. In Plains Township, one family-run shop is seeing the seasonal buzz pick back up. "So, this is the time of year, especially up north, where things are starting to bloom, flowers, tree blossoms, and things like [...]
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say two men are facing charges after an altercation involving a knife that sent them both to the hospital Sunday afternoon. Hanover Township Police say at about 2:00 p.m. Sunday, officers were called to a reported physical altercation involving two men in the area of Lee Park Avenue [...]
Pennsylvania Polkafest returned to Mohegan Pennsylvania, dedicating a tribute to Nanticoke native John Stanky.
Van Hoekelen Greenhouse hosted 'Tulip Takeover' at Luzerne County's Can Do Community Park, offering free tulip picking, live music, and community spirit.
Around 65 children signed up within the first hour to receive up to $300 in free dental care.
Robo Rally featured student-built robots, live demonstrations, and interactive activities.
Newswatch 16's Mackenzie Aucker spoke with people in Hazleton who are voicing their concerns over the new partnership.
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Students are getting hands-on experience with technology in a unique way: A robotics event is bringing schools together to compete, learn, and explore future careers in STEM. Robots are taking over a high school gym in the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. The Wolfpack Robotics Club hosted an event featuring [...]
