New protective gear for Williamsport firefighters
January 12, 2026 at 16:42 ESTWNEP
Newswatch 16's Mackenzie Aucker explains why the vests are crucial for first responders.
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Wilkes-Barre native Michael Boyle sworn in as new police chief
January 12, 2026 at 16:02 ESTWNEP
A new face is leading the city of Wilkes-Barre's police department.
15 million flu cases reported in US this season, with it being particularly tough on kids
January 12, 2026 at 15:44 ESTWNEP
The CDC reported Friday the rate of children and teenagers hospitalized with flu nationwide is the second highest in 15 years for this point in the season
Apple to use Google’s Gemini to power new Siri AI features
January 12, 2026 at 15:25 ESTWNEP
The partnership is aimed at delivering a smarter Siri after Apple delayed its AI overhaul until 2026.
Man shot by Border Patrol in Oregon charged with assault against a federal officer
January 12, 2026 at 14:46 ESTWNEP
The two people shot by federal agents in Portland, Oregon, on Jan. 8 were also connected to two prior shootings, prosecutors claim in new court documents.
'Murder for profit:' Luzerne County man killed cousin to collect on sale of business, police said
January 12, 2026 at 14:05 ESTWNEP
Frederick Balester was arraigned Monday on an open count of criminal homicide and denied bail for the 2011 killing of Jonathan Balester
A new food pyramid has been released. Here's what it says you should eat
January 12, 2026 at 13:52 ESTWNEP
The food pyramid released last week is inverted, showing red meats and vegetables at the top with grains and breads at the bottom.
Communities in Northumberland, Columbia, and Schuylkill counties under Mandatory Water Conservation notice
January 12, 2026 at 13:28 ESTWNEP
Homes and businesses served by the Roaring Creek Water Plant are under a Mandatory Water Conservation notice.
Aldi planning to open 180 new supermarkets in 31 states. Where will they be?
January 12, 2026 at 13:17 ESTPA homepage
No Aldi nearby? That may change next year.
Correctional officer found not guilty of facilitating assault at SCI Dallas
January 12, 2026 at 12:52 ESTPA homepage
DALLAS, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A correctional officer has been found not guilty on the charges of facilitating an assault at SCI Dallas. Joseph John Tilletski, 39, of Plymouth, was found not guilty on December 18 of all charges filed against him, alleging he and another correctional officer facilitated an ‘inmate-on-inmate’ assault at SCI Dallas. Back in [...]
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