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Ex-Scranton Mayor Bill Courtright released from prison to home confinement
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Former Scranton Mayor Bill Courtright has been released from prison to home confinement, FOX56 has learned. Officials confirmed to FOX56 that Courtright was released to home confinement on Tuesday after spending less than four years in prison. The Federal Bureau of Prisons no longer...
Weis Market celebrates re-opening in Poconos
TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Weis Market is celebrating the re-opening of its store in the Poconos. Weis Markets on Route 611 in Tannersville got some major upgrades. They got a new deli, upgraded bakery, expanded floral department, and increased variety throughout the store. They also donated to several local organizations. “We were really happy […]
Overdose awareness event held in Scranton
SCRANTON, Pa. — The Lackawanna Recovery Coalition hosted an Overdose Awareness Day at Keystone Mission in Scranton. Folks in attendance took a moment to honor those who lost their lives to substance abuse. Visitors received free Narcan and information on treatments and other resources. Event organizers also gave out...
Stroudsburg considering plastic bag ban
STROUDSBURG, Pa. — The shopping experience could change for some in Monroe County after a borough considers banning single-use plastic bags. "A lot of municipalities in Pennsylvania have passed ordinances, and even other states like New York, for example, they don't allow plastic bags," said Stroudsburg Borough manager Larry Kopp.
Flood advisory for Lackawanna County early Friday morning
A flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Friday at 3:01 a.m. in effect until 5 a.m. for Lackawanna County. The weather service describes, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," describes the weather service....
Restaurant inspections from Monroe County, Aug. 12-25
These establishments in Monroe County were inspected between Aug. 12 and 25, according to Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture records. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture provides this disclosure: "Please remember that any inspection is a 'snapshot' of the day and time of the inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term cleanliness of an establishment. Also, at the time of the inspection, violations are recorded but are often corrected on site...
Luzerne County mullet kid brings home championship
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — A Kamden Cunningham is the new Mullet Champion. The boy from Swoyersville, also know as the "Kammander," took home the best mullet in the kids division of the 2024 USA Mullet Championship. Kamden raised over six thousand dollars for Jaren Allen's, "Homes for Wounded Warriors...
Luzerne County grocery store is closed after flooding
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A locally owned grocery store is forced to close one of its two locations until further notice due to flooding from Thursday night’s intense storm. 28/22 News Reporter Amelia Sack reports from Schiel’s Family Market on Hanover Street in Wilkes-Barre with an update on clean up efforts. This location will be […]
Houdini Museum brings magic to the Electric City
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — If you’re looking for something to do over this holiday weekend, we have a hidden gem that will immerse you in the world of magic. 28/22 News stopped by a museum in Scranton that takes a look into the life of the master of illusion… Harry Houdini. Pick a card, […]
Stopping the growing mosquito population in Plains Township
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A sharp rise in the area’s mosquito population has prompted officials to try and stop the spread in Luzerne County. The Luzerne Conservation District sprayed in Plains Township Thursday, just one of several cities affected in Luzerne County. The mosquito spray, known as aqua-duet, is applied at a rate […]
National Park Foundation Impacts Local Community
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — The National Park Service covers more than 85 million acres nationwide – preserving and educating about parks, monuments, and historical sites like Steamtown in Scranton. The site joined the National Park Service in 1995 to enhance public understanding of steam locomotives' impact on...
Expected road closures for Wyoming Valley Run event
LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Wyoming Valley Run is set to kick off on Sunday. Officials have released the expected road closures across various towns. The following road closures will take place on September 1, in Pittston, West Pittston, Exeter, Wyoming, Forty Fort, Kingston, and Wilkes-Barre: Mile Marker Municipality Lanes Affected Closure Begins Closure Ends […]
Hundreds to gather in Scranton for upcoming tribute race
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — On Saturday, Downtown Scranton will come alive with the spirit of community and remembrance as runners and walkers gather for a beloved Labor Day weekend tradition. Every year, on the Saturday of La Festa Italiana, hundreds of participants gather in Downtown Scranton to pay tribute to Captain James R. Minicozzi, […]
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