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Traffic delays expected near Montage
MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are alerting Moosic residents of possible traffic delays due to events near Montage Mountain on Wednesday. Police drivers should expect delays starting around 3:00 p.m. Wednesday on Montage Mtn. Road, Glenmaura National Blvd, Springbrook Avenue (SR 502), and Davis Street. These delays are due to the “I Prevail” and […]
Three allegedly robbed FedEx driver in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are investigating a robbery where three men allegedly robbed a FedEx driver in Wilkes-Barre. According to the Wilkes-Barre City Police Department, on Tuesday around 2:39 p.m., a FedEx driver reported that he was robbed on Kidder Street. Police say the victim was making a delivery when he was approached […]
Act Out Theatre Group to perform Disney's Descendants: The Musical
Jul. 24—TAYLOR — Eighty hours of camp, 26 campers and three performances. Act Out Theatre Group LLC concludes its summer teen intensive camp Friday and begins its weekend run of Disney's Descendants: The Musical Saturday. "The past two weeks have been an absolute whirlwind," said Kalen Churcher, the...
Investigators in Robert Baron case honored in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Local law enforcement was acknowledged on Wednesday for helping solve one of the most significant murder cases in Lackawanna County history. The District Attorney’s Office recognized those who played a crucial role in the Robert Baron case. The ceremony honored the extraordinary efforts of individuals and law enforcement in bringing […]
How to watch the 2024 St. Joseph's Center Festival Telethon
DUNMORE, Pa. — WNEP-TV is proud to present the St. Joseph’s Center Festival Telethon 2023! Hosted by Jon Meyer, Mindi Ramsey, and Don Jacobs, the team brings you stories of success and care for some of the most precious children and young adults at St. Joe’s, Dunmore.
Iced Coffee Day fundraiser benefits St. Joseph's Center
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Dunkin’ of Northeastern Pennsylvania is hosting its 15th annual St. Joseph’s Center Iced Coffee Day fundraiser. For every Iced Coffee purchased at participating Dunkin’s on Wednesday, Dunkin’ franchisees throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania will donate $1 to St. Joseph’s Center. ”All you really...
Raising awareness for maternal mental health
PECKVILLE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WWYOU) — A national organization with a local branch here in NEPA hosted a walk to raise awareness of a common mental health issue. Maternal mental health and women and their loved ones in our area may be dealing with it and may not realize it. Wednesday afternoon Nami’s Momma Bears support […]
Human Resources Center celebrates American Legion donation
The Human Resources Center, Inc. (HRC) recently announced the successful completion of a new garden at the Pike Building located at 117 Pike County Blvd., Hawley, made possible by a donation from The American Legion Post 139 of Milford. This project, led by James Percicas, was officially unveiled last Friday during a ribbon-cutting ceremony followed by a luncheon to honor and thank the benefactors.
Ocean County, NJ, man charged with fatally stabbing elder roommate: Prosecutor
An Ocean County man has been arrested in connection to a fatal stabbing early Friday morning. Louis Gargiso of Jackson Twp., NJ, charged with murder. Prosecutors say 38-year-old Louis Gargiso of Jackson Township has been charged with murder, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and unlawful possession of a weapon.
RECIPES OF THE REGION: Polish pickles fresh from garden bring history and heritage to NEPA
For Colette Hughes, her garden serves as a living memory of her aunt and her mother, both fervent gardeners. Now, it’s a testament to her family, spending hours gardening with her husband, John, and her children. Colette and John have been gardening for as long as they have been...