SHENANDOAH, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A boost toward new upgrades could be on its way to a Schuylkill County borough facing a major blight issue. $2 million in federal funds would go toward demolishing blighted properties. In Shenandoah, a blighted property can be found almost on every block, but with the possibility of some help [...]
People gathered at the Wilkes-Barre Police Department Headquarters on Friday to recognize current and retired members who have passed away.
BARESVILLE, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — There was a sweet sendoff for hundreds of golfers today from the students of Saint Joseph Center for Special Learning. The golfers are participating in Saint Joseph's 35th Annual Golf Classic at the Mountain Valley Golf Course. The tournament raises money for students' tuition at the school. It is one [...]
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A patriotic tradition is getting ready to step off in the Electric City. The northeast PA Armed Forces Day Parade begins Saturday at 11 a.m. Organizers say the walk celebrates and recognizes the service of men and women who sacrifice their lives for our freedom. The parade begins at the [...]
As Newswatch 16's Valeria Quiñones explains, community leaders say a proposed federal investment could help transform the community faster than they ever expected.
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It was a somber Friday morning in the City of Wilkes-Barre as the city's police department honored two former police officers, who had retired after years of service and have since passed away. Captain Laralee Ann "Lori" Riemensnyder and Captain John L. Smith served on the force for decades and [...]
The Wright Center is hitting the streets and bringing the doctor's office right to those who need it.
Canada's CN Tower appeared frozen with an icy-blue projection late Thursday night, ahead of the sudden midnight releases.
Fidelity customers affected by a 2024 data breach may be owed cash payments.
The first-ever Texas Roadhouse is closing, but a newer, bigger location is coming in the fall.
