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Reflecting on helping Hurricane Helene victims

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Several Scranton firefighters are enjoying their first full weekend home since deploying to the south for hurricane recovery efforts.

Two of them told us the damage in North Carolina is some of the most catastrophic they have ever witnessed.

Scranton Fire Department's Assistant Chief and Captain are two of eight members from the department deployed to North Carolina for 25 days.

Now that they are back, they are sharing the struggles they faced while trying to help flood victims in desperate need.

Owners claims vandalism to Trump store in Dallas

DALLAS, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The owners of a Trump campaign store in Luzerne County claim a tent setup for a Halloween event outside the store was vandalized Friday night.

The store located in Dallas Township was preparing to host a children's Halloween event outside the store on Sunday.

They explained when they showed up Saturday morning for work, the spot where candy would be given out and kids would participate in Halloween activities was destroyed.

Penn Avenue Fall Block Party Held in Scranton

Penn Avenue Fall Block Party Held in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Small businesses are surely feeling the love in Scranton.

The local small business, the Giving Tree Wellness Center, held its third annual Fall Block Party on Penn Avenue on Saturday afternoon.

The all-ages event featured businesses along the 300 block of Penn Avenue with tarot card readings, pumpkin painting, and express chair massages.

Organizers say they even gave themselves a nickname for their efforts on the block.

Trunk or Treat at the school yard in Luzerne County

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