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New PA law expands Happy Hour drinks
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new law in Pennsylvania allows people 21 and older more time to take advantage of adult drinking specials. Governor Josh Shapiro signed into law this week an expanded happy hour bill that state lawmakers passed. The new law is also an opportunity for restaurants and bars to potentially […]
Tour The Jackson Mansion!
BERWICK, Pa. — The Jackson Mansion is an incredible manse designed by Clarence Gearhart Jackson when he was held prisoner during the Civil War. The house boasts 22 rooms and seven fireplaces; its floors and woodwork are intricate and unique. The Berwick Historical Society gave Home and Backyard a private tour of this historic gem in Berwick, PA to see several of the rooms and learn some local history about the man who built the mansion and the painstaking restoration which brought the home back to its beauty and historic integrity.
White Water Rafting in Jim Thorpe
If you're looking for white water rafting close to New York City and Philadelphia, you'll find fantastic class II and III rapids along the Lehigh River in the Poconos while white water rafting in Jim Thorpe. This is the perfect opportunity to make a splash, make memories, and enjoy the great.
Rockin’ the River returns for second week
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. The second Rockin’ the River show of the summer included a local supergroup, a tribute to one of the great American bands, and a surprise marriage proposal. Needless to say, it was an eventful Friday evening on the Susquehanna. The...
Wilkes-Barre celebrates award-winning bandshell, set to host Starship in summer concert
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — The city of Wilkes-Barre hosted a press conference Thursday evening to highlight the new permanent bandshell in the public square. The bandshell received a Townie award for it’s impact on the community, and local officials are thrilled. “I’m really happy and proud of...
Local lemonade stands raises money for Griffin Pond
DURYEA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A young girl is working hard to raise money for Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. This is Avery’s fifth year having a lemonade stand raising money for animal shelters in the area. On top of just lemonade you can get hot dogs, tie dye shirts, baked goods, popcorn, chips, snacks, and new […]
An epic spray paint battle is bringing artists together.
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Versus Battle Art is holding an epic spray paint battle between a Scranton mural artist and a Wilkes Barre mural artist. The nonprofit Educational Opportunity Centers is organizing the event. The Versus Battle Art kicks off tomorrow at 5 at Diamond City Park in Wilkes Barre....
VIDEO PREMIERE: Wilkes-Barre rock band Portland Frank remembers ‘Buck’ in heartbreaking tribute
Decrease Font Size Increase Font Size Text Size Print This Page Send by Email. With a name that can be found on Urban Dictionary, it may be hard to imagine that Portland Frank would produce a poignant, sentimental song that tugs on the heartstrings, but when that violin comes in and the story plays out in sincere lyrics and an emotional music video, there’s not a dry eye in the house.
Beyond the Byline: To the moon and back
WILKES-BARRE — As we oldtimers get ready to boogie oogie woogie on Saturday, Aug, 3, for the annual Summer Reunion Dance at Irem Temple pavilion with Eddie Day & TNT and Which Doctor, my thoughts turn to Sans Souci Park in 1969. As Frankie Valli sang, “Oh, what a...
Friends of the Ringtown Library Annual Used Book Sale is This Weekend
The Friends of the Ringtown Library Annual Used Book Sale is this weekend. Friends of the Ringtown Library Annual Used Book Sale is happening again in conjunction with the Ringtown Community Yard Sale which is on Saturday, July 20th. There will be thousands of quality used books plus puzzles, DVDs,...
16 To The Rescue: Lola
FORTY FORT, Pa. — In this week's 16 To The Rescue, we meet a 4-year-old Boxer named Lola. "She's starting to play a little bit more and learn what that's about and engage with the other dog in the house, so she's thriving," said Foster Cara Devine, Adopt A Boxer Rescue.
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