Editor’s Note: While high school students still grind away at the three Rs during a school day, there are many non-traditional classes being offered. Today, The Daily Item continues a series on unique opportunities available to Valley students in 21st Century Classrooms, including foods of the world, adulting and health careers.
(WBRE/WYOU)— The first round of the CFP went as expected, with both Group of Four teams getting blown out, and two tight contests between Miami, Texas A&M, Alabama, and Oklahoma. 28/22 Sports Night will also discuss the fallout from the DK Metcalf punch, whether the punishment fits the crime, and how the Steelers will adjust, needing [...]
(WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say a Pennsylvania man will spend time in prison for trafficking stolen human remains. Court documents say 43-year-old Jeremy Pauley was sentenced on Monday in federal court to spend six years in prison for conspiracy and interstate transportation of stolen property. Pauley admitted his role in a nationwide network of individuals who [...]
NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Culinary students from a local college are "baking" spirits bright in Luzerne County. Students at Luzerne County Community College made homemade pastries for the staff at Nanuet City Hall. Teachers from the culinary department dropped off dozens of sweets, including freshly baked Christmas cookies. This kind Christmas gesture is an [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local kindergarten teacher who posts educational content on social media has seen a significant response, with thousands of followers. Her passion for teaching is opening new doors, including one to Governor Josh Shapiro's mansion. Mrs. McKenzie Stafursky, a teacher at John G. Whittier Elementary School, invited 28/22 News inside [...]
AVOCA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Holiday travel has shifted into high gear, and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) wants to make sure drivers are prepared to make it to their holiday destinations safely. 28/22 News Reporter Heidi Martens stopped by the Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport with more. Millions are expected to travel for the holidays, so [...]
MIFFLINBURG, UNION COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people are under investigation in Union County after officials removed dozens of animals from their home. Pennsylvania SPCA Animal Law Enforcement pulled 39 animals from a home operating an illegal dog kennel. According to court papers, the SPCA executed a search warrant on December 16 after a tip from [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Drug and alcohol use can take a terrible toll on individuals, families, and the community at any time of year. The holidays can be even worse. It's why many local students are sending a sobering message. 28/22 News Reporter Mark Hiller explains what it's all about in this week's Here's [...]
A 2022 profile called Zampella maybe "the most successful videogame maker in the business."
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — On Monday, Scranton Police said goodbye to one of their own. K9 Scout's remains were escorted to Scranton Police Headquarters on Monday morning with an End of Watch Service. The service is a formal and symbolic process once an officer dies. An outpouring of support was shown by law enforcement [...]
