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PennDOT: Lane closures to affect I-81, I-80

LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — PennDOT is warning drivers to take alternate routes in Luzerne County throughout this week due to scheduled lane restrictions.

Lanes on Interstate 81 northbound between the Nuangola and Wilkes-Barre exits will be closed Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily for bridge repairs.

Police searching for missing Columbia County boy

Lane restrictions will also be in effect on Interstate 80 westbound between the Interstate 81 and Nescopeck exits Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily for dead tree removal.

PSP: One woman dead after trailer fire

BUFFALO TOWNSHIP, UNION COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities are investigating a fire in Union County that left one woman dead.

The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Fire Marshal Unit was dispatched around 8 a.m. on Saturday morning for a report of a double-wide trailer on fire on Black Run Road in Buffalo Township, according to the release.

Community raises money for fatal fire victims’ family

67-year-old Daisy Russell was found deceased in the trailer, police say. She was the only occupant of the home.

PSP is investigating what caused the fire.

Community raises money for fatal fire victims' family

WEISSPORT, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A weekend fall festival is doubling as a way to help victims of a fire tragedy near Lehighton. 28/22's Colby Hughes was there to witness the outpouring of support.

The Crisp Air Festival is serving as both a place for fun and for giving back, and the locals are certainly showing their support.

Live entertainment, carnival games, and bounce houses: Downtown Weissport celebrated its second annual Crisp Air Festival. Two vendors used the foot traffic to fundraise for victims of a double block house fire.

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