July 4, 2025 at 16:37 EDTPA homepage
WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Revolutionary War battle fought in the Wyoming Valley is remembered again this Independence Day.
An annual ceremony this morning recalled the nearly 300 victims killed in the 1778 battle and Massacre of Wyoming.
British soldiers and Iroquois Confederation of Native Americans overran the 24th Connecticut Militia and settlers 247 years ago this week.
41st annual run benefits local YMCA
Speakers, war re-enactors, and descendants of those who lost their lives were among those who gathered at the Wyoming Monument.
July 4, 2025 at 16:36 EDTWNEP
Flames broke out along Pontius Avenue in Upper Augusta Township around 3:30 p.m.
July 4, 2025 at 16:19 EDTPA homepage
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Yogis took to the roof on this Fourth of July under the bright sun and the American flag in downtown Scranton.
190 people took part in Yoga on the Roof atop the Electric City garage near the Art Haus Movie Theater.
This morning's turnout is the second highest for the annual event, sponsored by Jaya Yoga.
41st annual run benefits local YMCA
Members of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic performed live while yogis meditated, took deep breaths, and performed several yoga poses.
July 4, 2025 at 16:01 EDTWNEP
Chestnut bested 14 fellow competitors from across the U.S. and internationally, including Australia, the Czech Republic, Ontario, England and Brazil.
July 4, 2025 at 15:55 EDTWNEP
Independence Day, observed every year on July 4, often involves cookouts, patriotic parades, elaborate firework displays and festivities. Is this year different?
July 4, 2025 at 15:49 EDTWNEP
A school of rock is opening in Schuylkill County. Two musicians who grew up in the county came together to provide more opportunities for local musicians to grow.
July 4, 2025 at 15:29 EDTWNEP
History echoes along Wyoming Avenue as residents commemorate the 247th anniversary of the pivotal Battle of Wyoming.
July 4, 2025 at 15:26 EDTWNEP
Runners celebrated Independence Day with the Firecracker 5K in Loyalsock Township.
July 4, 2025 at 14:22 EDTWNEP
Wilkes-Barre's 'Bernie’s Run' unites hundreds on July Fourth in memory of Bernie Hargadon, benefiting the local YMCA.
July 4, 2025 at 13:12 EDTWNEP
The Vietnam War happened 50 years ago this year. It lasted for 20 years, and more than 58,000 service members gave the ultimate sacrifice.
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