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Road closures announced for holiday festivities in Luzerne County
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — With all the Fourth of July festivities, there are some road closers to be aware of. Bernie’s Memorial Three Mile Run will have some roads in Downtown Wilkes-Barre closed Thursday morning starting at 7:30 a.m. Driving access to the YMCA, parts of South Main Street, and Public Square will be […]
Dallas Lions Club welcomes three new members
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. The Dallas Lions Club is happy to announce the induction of three new members, including Nicole Trevaskis, who was sponsored by Lion Julie Persing, and Heather Yore and Peter Lubinski, who were sponsored by Lion AJ Crahall. Each was inducted at...
Keep your pets calm during 4th of July fireworks with expert tips
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne Co. — As the 4th of July approaches, firework shows will be happening across NEPA which could cause a lot of anxiety for many pets who may be shocked and confused by the loud noises. FOX56 spoke with an expert who gave some tips on how to...
Road work scheduled on I-81 North in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — A heads up for drivers in Luzerne County. Crews will be out on the northbound side of Interstate 81 between the Dorrance exit and the Highland Park Boulevard exit for a shoulder project on Monday. PennDOT says expect delays starting at 9 am until 3...
Preparing for Kirby Park’s 4th of July celebration
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Thursday is the Fourth of July and an annual family event is back in Wilkes-Barre. The Fourth of July is celebrated in many ways but one common way has become a tradition for many, and that’s heading to Kirby Park to enjoy all they have to offer. They have been […]
Explanation released on why fire truck can’t use Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Luzerne County Manager Romilda Crocamo released an explanation Tuesday on why multiple vehicles are simultaneously permitted on the Nanticoke/West Nanticoke Bridge but not a fire truck. The weight limit of the county-owned span over the Susquehanna River was reduced to 5...
New plans for an old church in Pittston
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It is a growing problem across NEPA abandoned buildings, and among the shuttered buildings are churches. But that’s starting to change and not in the way you would expect. This is just another example of how the city of Pittston continues to evolve. Big plans are in the works for […]
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...
Fourth of July fireworks safety
PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Independence Day is almost here. As Americans gear up to celebrate, healthcare professionals are preparing to see an influx of patients. The message is clear: Leave the fireworks to the pros this 4th of July. Fireworks are a staple in many 4th of July celebrations. Last year nearly 10,000 […]
WVIA Secures Major Community Grants to Bolster News Team with Dedicated Health Care Reporter
PITTSTON, PA - WVIA is proud to announce a transformative expansion of its news coverage, made possible by substantial grants from the region, aimed at enhancing local journalism and increasing community access to reliable health care related information. This initiative will see the addition of a dedicated health care reporter to WVIA News, significantly enriching its comprehensive coverage of critical issues affecting Northeastern and Central Pennsylvania.
New luxury townhomes break ground
SWOYERSVILLE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WOLF) — Construction is underway on new luxury townhome developments in Swoyersville. Owen Street Crossings introduced new townhomes designed for modern comfort and style, situated near Wyoming Avenue and Highway 309. 16 townhomes will be built in total. "We're doing a multiple townhome development. It's going...
Forty Fort removes 3 members of Civil Service Commission
FORTY FORT — Council at Monday’s regular meeting voted to remove three members from the Civil Service Commission for actions that Board Solicitor Greg Skibitsky said were prohibiting the commission doing its job of hiring police officers for the borough. Chairman Rob Swaback, Clerk Tony Smith and alternate...
Hanover Twp. selects bid for road program
At its June 19 meeting, Hanover Township, Lehigh County, Council reviewed and selected the bid from H&K Group to complete the road program for Catasauqua Road, Irving Street and Marcon Boulevard. The accepted bid, pending solicitor and public works director review, was $1,537,211.20. H&K Group, Haines and Kibblehouse Inc. is...
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