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Library welcomes people without a place to go

BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Public libraries are more than places to borrow books: They're community hubs where people can learn new skills and connect with others. They also offer a place where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. 28/22 News Reporter Colby Hughes explained how one library is welcoming people experiencing homelessness and [...]

Water boil advisory lifted for parts of Luzerne County

LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Good news for parts of Luzerne County: The boil water advisory for Courtdale and Pringle has now been lifted. Pennsylvania American Water says testing confirmed the system is safe after a recent loss of pressure. That means customers can once again use their tap water without boiling it first. The advisory [...]

Man accused of big game violation, facing charges

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A game warden in the Poconos says an investigation into illegal hunting uncovered something far more serious. They say 22-year-old Michael Sukna was found along Camelback Road in Jackson Township on Friday with blood on him after shooting and killing a deer out of season. Investigators say one of [...]

Man in custody after reported armed robbery, shots fired in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a man is in custody after shots were fired following a reported armed robbery in Scranton on Monday evening. Police were called to the 700 block of Pittston Avenue just before 6:00 p.m. for a reported armed robbery at a mini mart. Police say shots were fired shortly [...]

Family reunited with lost dog after 10 years

DALLAS, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 10 years ago, Forty Cal was taken from his family's yard in Philadelphia. Since then, his family has put up flyers, made countless phone calls, and eventually moved to Dallas, but then, the unexpected happened. “At 9:21 p.m., they called, and I thought it was a sick prank. I said [...]

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