WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — $1,000,000 in state grant money is going to King's College Athletics. The state grant money will reconstruct and replace the college's athletic track facility and include NCAA-compliant field upgrades. Andy Orlowski is the college's athletic director. He says this serves as a great opportunity for student-athletes to grow. “We've got [...]
Organizers in Conyngham say it's a great way to learn about the 125 years of history in the borough.
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — More than a dozen people will soon be out of a job after a local school has made the decision to make cuts. Wyoming Seminary announced on Monday that it has eliminated 22 positions, including 8 faculty members and 14 staff roles, citing the need to align expenses with current [...]
The last day of the Big Tent Bazaar in Hanover Township drew crowds with food, music, and a 'mega raffle'.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It's an early Christmas in Wilkes-Barre as hockey fans trade sunscreen for Santa hats. Christmas was on everyone's mind on Sunday at Toyota Sportsplex in Wilkes-Barre. Families filled the rink for Christmas in July. They shopped from local craft vendors, tried their luck at basket raffles, and met Santa and [...]
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Finding the right pet can change a life, and one local event is helping make those connections. Shelter dogs had the chance to meet potential adopters at the Kingston American Legion during the Rescue Pets Serving Vets adoption event. The program connects veterans with companion animals to help clear the [...]
Members of St. Hedwig's Church gathered at St. Hedwig's Cemetery to dedicate the surviving Virgin Mary statue.
Christmas in July treated attendees at the Toyota Sportsplex with ice skating, shopping, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.
All funds raised at the event for Saint Joseph's Center are set to be matched by an outside donor.
While the weather was a factor on the final day, folks could still enjoy ethnic food, live entertainment, and various activities for all ages.
