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New art unveiled in Pittston
PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — There's new art in Luzerne County - after new pieces were unveiled last Friday. These three pieces can now be seen around Pittston. The first is a 20 to 30-foot mural called "Balancing the Past and Future" on the side of the AH Baby and Co. Building.
Farmers Inn and Tavern holds grand opening in Shavertown
SHAVERTOWN, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dozens gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the historic Farmers Inn and Tavern in Luzerne County. The restaurant and inn were closed due to the pandemic and is now under new ownership. Crews worked to renovate and restore the property, which has been open since the end of June, […]
Jalapeño Grill brings a taste of Mexico and NYC to Exeter: New restaurant's menu includes a little bit of everything
Thousands of people drive by the Jalapeño Grill in the Plaza on Wyoming Avenue in Exeter without stopping. Don’t be one of them because you are missing out on a great culinary experience of New York City style bagels and pastries and authentic Mexican entrees and much in between.
Jason Aldean ‘Highway Desperado’ tour: Where to get tickets under $50 for Scranton show
The “Try That In A Small Town” singer will be in Pa. to perform two concerts on his “Highway Desperado” tour in August. Jason Aldean will perform on Saturday, Aug. 3, at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton; and on Saturday, Aug. 10, at The Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown.
Pet Boa constrictor reunited with owner after brief escape in Tunkhannock
Tunkhannock, Wyoming Co. — A 13-foot-long pet Boa constrictor was reunited with its owner Sunday in Tunkhannock after leaving its owners home Saturday. Once Elizabeth the Boa wandered off her owners home the community quickly helped search for her. Elizabeth the boa was later found not too far away from home ands found a dark cool place to hide underneath a neighbor's shed .
West Pittston: Writers can find support and encouragement at library workshop
Writing is one of the things in life that consistently brings me the most joy. It’s a creative outlet that takes so many forms. Writing this article for you all every week brings me joy. Writing out a new joke to try at an open mic brings me a lot of joy. Writing a short story or even just journaling at the end of a long, crazy day brings me joy. In a life that can be often times incredibly chaotic, it's nice to have the constantly present catharsis of putting words down on a page to ground me.
Luzerne County kid turns lemons into lemonade for good cause
DURYEA, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Turning lemons into lemonade and serving it up for a good cause is the goal of one Luzerne County youngster. This is Avery Deitrick’s fifth year hosting a lemonade stand. This year, she’s raising money for Griffin Pond Animal Shelter. Her stand also featured hot dogs, tie-dyed shirts, baked goods, […]
Teens bring new life to library grounds with garden
CLARKS SUMMIT, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A garden created by a group of teens will soon be open to the public. The Seeds of Change Gardening Club created a plan to plant various plants in the garden at the Abington Community Library, and it even hired a professional coordinator to help the teens in the process.
New Scranton ice cream shop offers unique gothic twist on homemade treats
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A new ice cream shop opened inside the Ritz theater in downtown Scranton. Although only a soft launch, the shop is currently open 5 days a week for business. Black Cow Cookies and Cream is a gothic ice cream shop and bakery with a...
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