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Lackawanna County employee suspended indefinitely
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Lackawanna County Official is off the job for comments about the attempted assassination of former President Trump. The county employee of more than 20 years has been suspended without pay. The Lackawanna County Commissioners suspended Community Relations Manager Rick Notari for an alleged comment made online following the assassination attempt […]
Kitchen fire damages home in Luzerne County
DALLAS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A fire Monday afternoon damaged a home in Luzerne County. Crews in Luzerne County first responded to a home on the 20 block of Oval Drive just before 5:00 p.m. for a report of a smoky condition inside the residence. It was then upgraded to a structure fire when […]
Jenkins Twp./Pittston Twp./Yatesville: Tractor Supply Co. opening in Pittston Commons
The coming Tractor Supply Co. store has been generating a lot of buzz and excitement in our community. I, for one, am already counting down the days for the store’s grand opening events (only half a year away!). I’m looking forward to having a location close by that will carry so many items that specialize in the outdoors — which includes so many of my hobbies from gardening, to fishing, and so much more. As excitement continues to build, I only hope there’s an opportunity to register in a frequent customer program!
Storm damage in Lackawanna County
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Close to 25 thousand people are without power in Lackawanna County Monday night. The Electric City is really living up to its name because as you can see behind me, the lights are on, but this is not the case for more than twenty-two thousand people in Lackawanna County. Take a look […]
Cartwright honors Pulpit Boxing in Pittston with flag flown over U.S. Capitol
PITTSTON – On Monday afternoon, Cong. Matt Cartwright presented a U.S. Flag flown over the United States Capitol Building, Washington, D.C. to Pulpit Boxing, a nonprofit gym. It was also announced through the City of Pittston, Pulpit Boxing would have a new, larger home with seating for spectators. Pulpit...
Thousands without power across Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — One of the hottest days of the year is expected today, and thousands of people could spend the day without electricity, fans, and air conditioning. A line of severe thunderstorms came through Monday night. In Lackawanna County, the roof of Cook's Foods in Old Forge was partially ripped off.
100 customers impacted by water main break in Luzerne County
WILKES BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— 100 customers are feeling the effects of a water main break Saturday afternoon in Wilkes Barre. According to Pennsylvania American Water, a 12-inch break occurred along Lincoln Plaza around 2:30 p.m. Officials say repairs should be finished by later tonight.
Berks County to conduct Mosquito Control Operation in Exeter Township and St. Lawrence Borough
The Berks County Conservation District Mosquito-Borne Disease Program has announced a truck-mounted, ultra-low volume (ULV) mosquito control operation scheduled for Tuesday, July 16th. The targeted areas include residential and recreational zones in Exeter Township south of Rt. 422 and the Exeter Happy Landings Park area in St. Lawrence Borough. This...
Letter to the Editor: U2 Tribute raises the water level for Rockin’ the River
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. The free outdoor concert program sponsored by ‘Visit Luzerne County’ which is headed by former Music Editor of the Times Leader, Alan K. Stout, hit a high note with an excellent all-around performance from ‘The Unforgettable Fire.” The location along the somewhat new River Commons is helping utilize the creation of the Wilkes-Barre waterfront that was part of a revitalizing project lead by Luzerne County.
Lackawanna County man struck by lightning
CARBONDALE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Officials confirmed that a Lackawanna County man was struck by lightning Monday night. Lackawanna County Center for Public Safety confirmed that a call came in just after 10:00 p.m. for an 84-year-old man struck by lightning on Cranberry Ave. On-scene personnel confirmed that the man was struck by lightning through the […]
Lehman Township solar meeting overflows into parking lot
Over 170 residents crowded into Lehman Township’s municipal hall and the parking lot for a hearing on the township’s first solar project. Susquehanna Solar, a South Carolina company, wants to build a 46-acre solar farm on agricultural land in Lehman Township, Luzerne County. Residents packed the July 15 conditional use hearing, demanding the township move the meeting to a larger location where all interested residents could hear the meeting.
11-year-old given citizenship award for saving animals from pet store fire
EXETER TWP., Pa. -- A Berks County boy was honored with a citizenship award on Sunday. The boy, 11-year-old Cole Lechuga, was at Perfect Match Pet Shop in Exeter Township when it caught fire back on June 4th. He's credited with getting all the cats out of the store on...
18 Luzerne County government workers added in June
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Luzerne County government added 18 workers in June, while 21 left county employment, according to the latest monthly human resources personnel report. The new employees, their positions and hourly compensation: Joanna Almonte, probation services program aide, $18.68; Sydney Copp, Richard Garibay,...
Emergency crews respond to ammonia leak in Moosic
MOOSIC, Pa. — Emergency crews are on the scene of an ammonia leak in Lackawanna County. Fire crews in Avoca, Moosic, and Old Forge responded to Fresh N' Lean along Birney Avenue around 8:30 p.m. Sunday. The Lackawanna County Decontamination Team is also on the scene. Officials say there...
Wilkes-Barre street cleaning schedule announced for July 17-18
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown announced the following street cleaning schedule from Wednesday, July 17 and Thursday, July 18. “No Parking” signs, with the street sweeping day indicated, will be posted during street cleaning in each neighborhood. Vehicles will be ticketed if...
Tech classes benefitting seniors in Luzerne County
WILKES BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— With text and email scams on the rise, a free program in Luzerne County is hoping to help keep seniors safe, and teach them a thing or two about tech. 28/22 News Reporter Amelia Sack explains how this class is helping dozens of local senior citizens. “There’s a tremendous amount […]
Tone of political rhetoric headed into election season
LUZERNE COUNTY, EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU)— As we learn more details about Saturday night’s shooting, party leaders, political analysts and candidates from both ends of the political spectrum continue to weigh in. 28/22 News reporter Amelia Sack joins us live in the control center with that side of the story. The conversations I had today all […]
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