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6 PA Cities Are Considered The Dirtiest In The Country
It's no secret that cities are not usually extremely clean. It's really hard to keep areas extremely clean when they're extremely overly populated plus the heart for hustle and bustle. Anytime you visit a major city, you probably aren't shocked to see gum smashed into the concrete, garbage blowing in...
Governor Shapiro announces property tax distribution, rebates for 2023
DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne visited Robert Dougherty Dunmore High Rise in Lackawanna County on Monday. They announced the distribution of property tax and rent rebates for 2023 starting on Monday. The property tax and rent rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older, widows, […]
Scranton residents voice concerns after presidential debate
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The debate between President Biden and former President Trump is still stirring up conservations across the country and in NEPA. Many residents are voicing their concerns about the president’s ability to lead for another term. After President Biden’s performance during the debate, residents in his hometown of Scranton are questioning […]
Cemetery cleanup held in Scranton
SCRANTON, Pa. — A labor of love at the Washburn Street Cemetery in Scranton. "To come in here and see the grass as high as it is is devastating. It's really heartbreaking, and I always wanted to do something that's just who I am as a person," said Amy Cusick, Christmas Miracles from Heaven.
Back on Track: Scranton may finally see the return of a passenger rail line to NYC
It’s been more than 50 years since passenger trains ferried travelers from Scranton to New York City, and many in Northeast Pennsylvania had given up hope that a rail line would ever return. But funding from the 2021 bipartisan infrastructure law may finally bring back passenger trains to run between the Electric City and the […] The post Back on Track: Scranton may finally see the return of a passenger rail line to NYC appeared first on Pennsylvania Capital-Star.
Ritz Theater reopens after renovations
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A historic theater in Lackawanna County re-opened Saturday after undergoing renovations. Now, refurbished and revamped the Ritz Theater in downtown Scranton seats 500 people inside. It also features a downstairs bar, tattoo parlor, and hair salon. The first Wednesday of every month except for July will be $1 movie night. […]
Shapiro, Casey back Biden, agree he is best candidate for President
WILKES-BARRE — Gov. Josh Shapiro in Scranton and U.S. Sen. Bob Casey in Wilkes-Barre on Monday both showed solid support for President Joe Biden and they agreed he is the best candidate for President, despite a less than impressive debate performance last week. Shapiro repeated many of the same...
Cornhole tournament benefits fire department in Lackawanna County
OLD FORGE, Pa. — Dozens of people participated in a cornhole tournament in Lackawanna County on Sunday. The 3rd annual Old Forge Fire Department Cornhole Tournament was held at Revello's along South Main Street. More than 40 teams signed up, and folks had the chance to win all sorts...
Wayne County school taxes rising; Wallenpaupack has lowest rate
School taxes for Wallenpaupack, Wayne Highlands and Western Wayne have been set, with Wallenpaupack again having the least millage, as well as the most students. Wallenpaupack The Wallenpaupack Area School District tax rate, approved at the June 10 board meeting, was set at 10.39 mills for Wayne County residents, a gain of 4.19% over...
12th Annual Scrantastic Spectacular schedule announced
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Scranton will be holding the 12th Annual “Scrantastic Spectacular” on Wednesday. Ahead of the celebration held on Courthouse Square, the county has released a schedule of events leading up to the fireworks display. The timeframe of events will be: Those looking for more information can do so at the events […]
Scranton Area Community Foundation Awards $15,000 Grant to Valley Youth House to support Rapid Re-Housing program in Lackawanna County
Photographed (left to right): Frank Caputo, Grants and Scholarships Manager, Scranton Area Community Foundation; Cathy Fitzpatrick, Director of Grants and Scholarships, Scranton Area Community Foundation; Nichole Rios, Associate Director NEPA IL Services, Valley Youth House; and Laura Ducceschi, President and CEO, Scranton Area Community Foundation. SCRANTON, PA (June 27, 2024)...
Scranton residents pay respect to former mayor Jimmy Connors
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Saying goodbye to a former Scranton Mayor, hundreds are expected to pay their respects to Jimmy Connors. Jimmy Connors died unexpectedly last Wednesday, he was just 77 years old. This evening, the public is invited to attend a viewing at St. Peter’s Cathedral to pay their respects. Connors served as […]
Community event brings awareness to mental health
DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Saturday families in the Greater Scranton Area made it out to the YMCA in Dunmore for a “Thriving Together” event. The free community event serves to bring awareness and celebrate the organization’s well-being initiative “Mental health is wealth.” Dozens made it out to enjoy tons of family fun activities like […]
Electric City Flower Show returns to Nay Aug Park
SCRANTON, Pa. — In Scranton, the Electric City Flower Show was in full bloom at Nay Aug Park. There was music, plenty of eats, vendors, presentations, and, of course, floral displays. Saturday's best-in-show winner was a 14-year-old from Dallas. "It feels great. That took a lot of time to...
Congolese Independence Day celebrated in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Sunday is Congolese Independence Day, and some members of the Democratic Republic of Congo community who now call Scranton home gathered together on Courthouse Square in Downtown Scranton to celebrate. They also wanted to use this opportunity to spread awareness of what is going on back in their country and […]
Scranton's Congolese community protests to spotlight ongoing crisis in Congo
Scranton, Lackawanna Co. — The Congolese Community of Scranton held a protest outside of courthouse square in conjunction with their Independence Day. The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently going through a complex humanitarian crisis that has resulted in over 1 million deaths and 7.2 million people being displaced.
WWII veteran from Honesdale, 100, tells of being a battlefield medic in Aleutian Islands
Just a few days after turning 100, Tony Battaglia shared his recollections as a U.S. Army medic serving in the embattled Aleutian Islands during World War II. "It was a long time ago," the Honesdale resident said, freely recalling that time over 80 years past. ...
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