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Mountain Dew is swapping its name for a limited-edition "American Dew" rebrand to honor the U.S. 250th anniversary.

Friday marked the Lackawanna Blind Association's 97th annual Helen Keller event, transforming the usual fashion show into a night of magic and comedy.

NOXEN, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Friday it will fast-track reviews of three separate psychedelic drugs to treat mental health conditions like depression. This action comes after President Trump signed an executive order last weekend loosening restrictions on the substances as a way to help combat veterans. The taboo and [...]

A day after Wren Kitchens laid off all its staff nationwide, some former employees in our area are left worrying about their futures.

PLAINS TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Opening night for a local Little League brough out a crowd in Luzerne County. Roads were blocked off as hundreds marched the streets for the plains little league parade this evening. The event brought together players, families, and supporters to kick off the season. Around 200 baseball players and [...]

WYALUSING, BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) provided new updates on a bridge closure in Bradford County as crews continue repairs. According to PennDOT, the Wyalusing River bridge is expected to reopen July 1. The bridge connects Wyalusing and Terry Township over the Susquehanna River. The bridge has been shut down [...]

Community members came together to support the family of an officer who passed away on New Year's Eve.

The recall is due to potential issues with the vehicles' liftgate gas spring cylinders, according to the NHTSA.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — This earth week, Wilkes‑Barre is putting roots down… literally. On Friday morning, Nesbitt Park became a hub for hands‑on action as local groups and volunteers come together for an earth day and arbor day celebration. From tree planting to litter cleanup and environmental education, the event gave the community a [...]

BUTLER TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Three men from drums were charged after a storage unit burglary in Butler Township. Police say David Deroy, Tanner Titus, and Michael Scuderi twice broke into a unit at Butler Valley Self Storage, stealing more than $4,000 worth of property last month. Surveillance video helped crack the case. According [...]