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Firkin' Friday kicks off countdown to Parade Day

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A healthy serving of Saint Patrick's cheer is taking place on Friday in Scranton. The event known as 'Firkin Friday' is underway at Cooper's Seafood House and runs until 7 pm. The event is free, and all proceeds from every pint sold from the charity cask will go directly to supporting [...]

Opening day for Rita's in Luzerne County

KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— It's a sure sign that spring is coming: a sweet treat from Rita's. The Italian ice and frozen custard shop in Kingston is celebrating opening day. The warm temperatures brought out many customers. The owner says the turnout has been great. "Oh, it's been very good. Very good, I think people are anxious to [...]

Car washes getting busy with warm weather on the way

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— If you drove anywhere this winter, you know what your car looks like. And Friday, with temperatures climbing, so were the wait times at car washes. Sparkle Carwash in Stroudsburg was packed this afternoon with cars stretching down the road as drivers finally said enough to the salt and grime. The [...]

Program provides shelter for families of kids in the hospital

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— This ribbon-cutting marks a first for a program known for providing shelter for families while their children are in the hospital. Officials gathered in Scranton to celebrate the opening of the first Ronald McDonald House family room at the John P. Moses Esquire Pediatric Rehabilitation Center. The family room is geared [...]

Local fire company sells pizza during Lenten season

SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The Chinchilla Hose Company is holding its annual Lenten pizza sale every Friday to raise funds for the fire company. This tradition has served the South Abington Township community for more than 30 years during the weeks leading up to Easter. During Lent, several Christian denominations observe a religious [...]

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