May 22, 2025 at 17:46 EDTPA homepage
JESSUP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — We’re just two days away from the Running of the Saints in Jessup for St. Ubaldo Day.
But the celebratory kick-off of festivities begins at a local fire company’s annual carnival.
Raindrops falling down in Jessup aren’t putting a damper on the fun of Memorial Day weekend.
Jessup Hose Company Number 2’s annual carnival kicked off Wednesday night, a wet start to a jam-packed event.
May 22, 2025 at 16:51 EDTWNEP
The Wyoming Valley United Way hosted its 32nd annual Day of Caring on Thursday, building beds for those in need.
May 22, 2025 at 16:49 EDTWNEP
Memorial Day is this Monday, and the rainy weather did not stop the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center from having its Memorial Day ceremony.
May 22, 2025 at 16:38 EDTWNEP
Susquehanna Prep School looks toward Wyoming Seminary as it transitions into an early childhood education campus.
May 22, 2025 at 16:21 EDTWNEP
A fair in part of Luzerne County offered free resources and services to local seniors.
May 22, 2025 at 16:13 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Preparations are underway for an annual walk that raises awareness about women's homelessness in northeastern Pennsylvania.
This is Volunteers of America Pennsylvania largest fundraiser to support Ruth's Place in Wilkes-Barre.
It is the only 24/7 emergency shelter for women in Luzerne County.
Annual Miss Unico Pageant kicked off in Luzerne County
The event invites people to come to Wilkes-Barre's Public Square and walk a route many women may take who are experiencing homelessness.
May 22, 2025 at 11:02 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Wilkes-Barre City Police Department is seeking information on the location of a missing 16-year-old girl.
Police say they are searching for Angelina Prowitt Rodriguez, age 16, height 5'3, weight 100 pounds.
33rd Annual Jessup Hose Company Number 2 Carnival now underway
She was last seen near Hazle Street and Wilkes-Barre Boulevard wearing sweatpants and a hoodie with her hair in a bun. She was carrying a large tote bag with large white letters on the side.
May 21, 2025 at 23:12 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The annual Miss Unico Pageant was held Wednesday at the Luzerne County courthouse, but this pageant is not just about looks; the girls were also judged on their impact on their community and service over self.
The judges are four well-known and accomplished women in Luzerne County, one being the Pittston Chambers' Accomplished Woman of the Year.
PA live! Co-host Chris Bohinski emceed the event.
Governor Shapiro spotlights impact of education funding
May 21, 2025 at 17:26 EDTPA homepage
WEST HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) officials are promoting safe driving ahead of the holiday weekend. They took part on Wednesday in a Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement event in West Hazleton.
The initiative aims to emphasize the life-saving importance of wearing a seat belt while traveling on Pennsylvania roadways.
According to PennDOT data in 2024, there were 1127 roadway fatalities in Pennsylvania, with 311 involving unbelted occupants.
May 21, 2025 at 17:25 EDTWNEP
Paul Miller's Law goes into effect on June 5th, banning you from using your cellphone even at a stop sign.
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