Social Security holds personal records on nearly everyone in the country, including school records, bank details, salary information and medical records.
ARCHBALD, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A heightened sense of safety and accountability at a local high school today after K-9 units conducted a surprise sweep through the halls.
School officials say the goal isn’t just to find prohibited items, but to prevent them from ever entering the building. That’s why Friday's unannounced K-9 sweep sent a strong message about safety, deterrence, and school culture.
It was anything but an ordinary school day. Trained police dogs moved locker to locker, sniffing for drugs, weapons, and even vape pens.
While the November 11 federal holiday was first created to honor veterans of World War I, it was later changed to honor American veterans of all wars.
Newswatch 16's Stacy Lange shares what these developers are hoping to build and why some in the community are a little wary.
WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The stage is set in West Pittston for the 54th annual Cherry Blossom Festival.
The event is a favorite for many people in the area, and it's taking the spotlight once again.
That's right the cherry blossom festival is back and better than ever, and this year organizers say they've got lots planned for people to enjoy.
College students make cars for kids with disabilities
Located along Susquehanna Avenue, the West Pittston Cherry Blossom Festival has a little something for everyone.
The Pennsylvania State Police marked a major milestone with a solemn ceremony at headquarters in Harrisburg.
Penn State Hazleton hosted an end-of-semester spring carnival on Friday. Students say they look forward to it every year.
LEHIGH TOWNSHIP, WAYNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Wayne County man has been charged after allegedly breaking into a home and attacking a person.
55-year-old Thomas Hermann, of Madison Township, is being charged with two counts of Aggravated Assault and two counts of Burglary among other charges.
Troopers say that on April 30, they were dispatched to a residence in Lehigh Township after a home invasion with assault had taken place.
The number is likely to still rise as the tally for the 2023-2024 flu season wasn't counted until autumn.
The special edition beer 'Always Give' raises money for brain cancer research and honors those in our area who have died from the disease.
