World War II Soldier from Luzerne County to be laid to rest
October 9, 2026 at 20:13 EDTWNEP
The funeral is planned to take place in Bloomsburg.
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Weinberg Food Bank gears up for Thanksgiving giveaway
October 9, 2026 at 20:11 EDTPA homepage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Weinberg Food Bank is preparing for its annual Thanksgiving dinner giveaway in Luzerne County. The holiday effort is centered at the food bank's location in Jenkins Township. Organized by the Commission on Economic Opportunity, the Weinberg Food Bank provides food assistance to local families ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. [...]
Berwick's Riverfest returns for another year of food, fun, and entertainment
October 9, 2026 at 20:01 EDTWNEP
An annual festival kicked off the weekend in Columbia County.
Ella Langley cancels Oklahoma concert due to 'serious security threat'
October 9, 2026 at 19:45 EDTWNEP
Ella Langley canceled her concert Friday in Tulsa, Oklahoma, citing a "serious security threat" to the venue.
Police search for man accused of targeted home invasion
October 9, 2026 at 19:43 EDTPA homepage
KELAYRES, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Kline Township Police are trying to identify a man they said invaded a home in Kelayres on Friday, Oct. 2. Police are trying to identify the man below, who they consider to be armed and dangerous. Although they said there is no danger to the general public, police advise anyone [...]
American Legion faces uncertain future as skill games deadline looms
October 9, 2026 at 19:16 EDTWNEP
With a Tuesday deadline and still no decision from lawmakers, it could be the end of skill games at places like American Legions across the state.
Group creates a space to feel understood
October 9, 2026 at 19:15 EDTPA homepage
CLARKS SUMMIT, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A group in Lackawanna County is creating a space where everyone can feel welcome. Twice a month, The Gathering Place in Clarks Summit hosts its Memory Cafe event, inviting people who are living with memory loss and their care partners for treats, crafts, and a chance to meet others. [...]
Americans 75 and older are wealthiest age group, Fed survey finds
October 9, 2026 at 18:56 EDTWNEP
Families headed by someone aged 75 or older are now America’s wealthiest, while the youngest families saw their wealth decline in the past three years.
Man charged after stabbing at high school football game in Schuylkill County, state police say
October 9, 2026 at 18:41 EDTWNEP
A 42-year-old man was arrested on charges that he stabbed a juvenile in the abdomen during a fight Thursday night at a football game in Shenandoah.
Running for a reason
October 9, 2026 at 18:32 EDTPA homepage
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The countdown to the region's biggest footrace is on, and the 29th annual Steamtown Marathon steps off in two days. This year, one dedicated runner is racing to honor one of the original founders. Downtown Scranton is preparing the finish line, volunteers are ready to work aid stations, and one [...]
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