WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The City of Wilkes-Barre is staying on top of emergency preparedness. On Wednesday, floodgates were evaluated and tested to make sure they're ready for any possible flooding this year. Members from three city departments gathered to check all four flood gates in Wilkes-Barre. They practiced installing the flood gates over [...]
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Abide Coffee in Wilkes-Barre serves more than just coffee; they also want to serve the community. Abide is asking people to come together to help make free sandwiches for kids in need. For $7, your donation covers a sandwich and a bag of chips given out completely free to families. [...]
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Election night 2025 was a strong showing for democrats, especially in Luzerne County, where they picked up key seats. 28/22 News Joe Mason spoke with officials on both sides of the aisle about the results. The 2025 municipal election is now in the books. In many races across Luzerne County, Democrats [...]
Thom Welby looks to fill the remainder of former Commissioner Matt McGloin's term, after the Democrat stepped down earlier this year.
Newswatch 16's Emily Kress spoke with an expert who says the number of ticks in the woods this fall has spiked.
The crash and fire Tuesday destroyed the plane and spread to nearby businesses in Louisville, Kentucky.
Law enforcement in Scranton and across northeastern Pennsylvania are mourning the loss of Scranton Police K-9 Officer Ember.
The former host of the reality dance competition show is returning to the ballroom for the first time since 2020.
Newswatch 16's Valeria Quinones spoke with the executive director of the Freeland YMCA about how the change will help the community.
A veteran in Monroe County has spent years trying to get his father's bronze medal back after it was stolen. On Wednesday, it finally became a reality.
