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'An Empty Place at the Table' honors domestic violence victims

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens of plates sat neatly arranged on a table, but they were not there for a meal. Instead, each place setting represented a life lost to domestic violence, serving as a powerful reminder of the victims who should still be here today. The display, known as “An Empty Place at the [...]

Local school district looks back on progress

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local school district is looking back on two years' worth of accomplishments. From facility upgrades to curriculum changes, the district is looking to improve the lives of students, staff, and the surrounding community. "It's really crazy how much we've accomplished in two and a half years, and it's not [...]

Delays expected on Routes 61/147 for replacement project

SUNBURY, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) are advising drivers of an upcoming maintenance project on the Veterans Memorial Bridge in Sunbury scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9th. The City of Sunbury will be replacing damaged flags along Veterans Memorial Bridge beginning Friday morning at 11:00 a.m. and ending at 1:30 p.m. [...]

Rescuers, SPCA speak out on CDE Exotics raid

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — CDE Exotics Owner Cameron English is facing a multitude of charges, including multiple counts of torturing animals and cruelty to animals. The 38 year-old was arrested last week after an extensive investigation revealed severe neglect and poor living conditions for dozens of animals. A police raid in April brought those [...]

FBI warns of online extremist group targeting children

(WBRE/WYOU) — The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Philadelphia Office posted a warning on Facebook Wednesday about the violent online extremist group "764," a network they say targets and exploits children. The notice, initially published Sept. 23, was meant to warn parents and guardians about the "sharp increase in the activity" of the online network [...]

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