WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Family members, friends and supporters of 15-year-old La'Niyah “Lala” Clark gathered in Public Square in Wilkes-Barre to demand answers six months after the teenager was found dead. The family is questioning why law enforcement did not issue an Amber Alert when Clark first went missing in January. Clark's body was [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — Anime fans, cosplayers, local vendors and food trucks gathered at Public Square in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday for a community event supporting local families and health initiatives. The gathering brought together community members for a day of activities while raising funds and collecting essential items for local causes. The event focused on raising awareness [...]
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Day three of the annual Pittston Tomato Festival kicked off Saturday in Luzerne County with the City of Pittston 5K, a youth run and a one-mile walk. Participants of various ages and experience levels ran through the streets of downtown Pittston. The morning races have become a key tradition for [...]
DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens of firefighters from across the region gathered in Dickson City on Saturday for the Camp Fire Conference, an educational event featuring nationally known fire service instructors and motivational speakers. The gathering focused on strengthening professional focus among first responders and addressing key challenges facing local departments. Held in [...]
“It’s an unthinkable tragedy for any parent. We will continue to support Ed and his family as we grieve this tragic loss," Bills general manager Brandon Beane said.
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — On Saturday, Carbon County Coroner Jason Smith released information regarding the ongoing investigation after the deadly Franklin Township fire last weekend. Coroner Smith explained that the Carbon County Coroner's Office were not able to release the identity of the person who died in the fire. A positive identificaiton couldn't [...]
It was the sixth reported bear attack in the state this year.
The 50% tariffs from the U.S. are set to affect $20 billion of Canadian goods.
Newswatch 16 was on hand to show kids what it's like to be apart of WNEP.
The Strong and Coura'Jess Foundation's annual softball tournament in Throop raises funds for holistic services for local people going through cancer treatment.
