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Have you done the Fortune Financial Group checklist challenge
PA live! (WBRE) — We’re coming to you from “Fortune Financial Group” in Dunmore with owner and founder Chris Scalese. I’m sure we have a lot of people watching that may be getting ready to retire in the near future. You always say that it’s...
Resolution honoring firefighter killed at PA Trump rally introduced to House
(WJET/WFXP) — A resolution has been introduced to the House of Representatives honoring the man who lost his life at the Trump rally in Pennsylvania. On Monday, July 22, a resolution honoring Corey Comperatore, who was killed during the July 13 Trump rally in Butler County while shielding his family from gunfire, was introduced to […]
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 […]
Dash cam catches big rig rear-ending car, sending it flying into woods
Dash cam video shows a major crash involving a big rig that occurred on a Pennsylvania interstate last week. The crash occurred on July 19 at 7:15 p.m. on I-380 near Dunmore. In the video, you can see a box truck followed by a white sedan traveling at slower speeds in the right lane of I-380 with hazard lights activated. A red Mazda Miata driven by Patrick Ryder and a second white sedan both attempt to move left to avoid the slower vehicles. However, before the Miata can move over, it is hit from the rear by a semi truck, causing the car to veer left across the interstate into a wooded area.
Firefighters battle Hamilton Township trailer fire
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Authorities say firefighters were battling a trailer fire Wednesday afternoon in Monroe County. Officials told 28/22 News crews on the scene of a trailer fire at 4:30 p.m. on the 200 block of Roy Lane in Hamilton Township. There are no reported injuries and Blue Ridge Truck and Ladder […]
Luzerne County man charged after deadly ATV crash
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — A man faces several charges after a deadly ATV crash in Luzerne County. According to court paperwork, Richard Simon, 39, of Nanticoke, was driving along Alden Mountain Road in Newport Township on July 30, 2023, when he attempted to pass an ATV and struck it from behind.
‘Armed and dangerous’ man wanted in Luzerne County
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for a wanted man who they say should be considered armed and dangerous. According to the Hazleton City Police Department, Alejandro Diaz-Tejeda is wanted for several drug deliveries of fentanyl in the Hazleton area over the last several months. Officers say Diaz-Tejeda should not be approached if […]
Man sentenced for selling drugs in Luzerne County
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A Philadelphia man has been sentenced after selling methamphetamine and fentanyl within Luzerne County. U.S. Attorney Gerard M. Karam announced that 35-year-old Terrell Waston of Philadelphia has been sentenced to 188 months in prison for trafficking drugs in Luzerne County. According to U.S. Attorney Karam Waston, pled guilty to distributing and […]
Dallas Car Theft Epidemic: Social Media Trend Sparks Surge (video)
In recent weeks, Dallas has experienced a spike in vehicle thefts targeting Kia and Hyundai models. Two such thefts occurred almost simultaneously at the same apartment complex, involving security footage and police investigations. Thefts at the Apartment Complex. On one occasion, Steven Bingo discovered his Kia missing after reviewing security...
Pottsville Pizzeria Celebrates 75 Years of Tradition This Saturday
This Saturday, Pottsville Pizzeria will celebrate its 75th anniversary. The pizzeria has been serving the community with its classic pizzas and subs since the summer of 1949. The story of Pottsville Pizzeria began when Mrs. Paparazo and her three sons opened the first pizzeria in the area in the basement of their home at 441 Prospect St. The business quickly grew, leading to a move in September 1953 to a more convenient location at 530 N. Centre St. This relocation allowined for the development and expansion of their product offerings. It was here that the concept of unbaked pizzas for home baking was born, eventually evolving into the famous Packaged and Frozen Pizzas.
Wilkes-Barre City prepared to clear out encampment
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown announced on Monday the encampment behind Kirby Park in the city will be cleaned up and cleared out. Signs were posted around the encampment on Monday notifying people that they must remove their personal belongings by 6:00 a.m. Thursday. Otherwise, they will be considered abandoned property. […]
Wilkes-Barre Mayor Brown visits local manufacturer Trion Industries
WILKES-BARRE — Wilkes-Barre City Mayor George C. Brown toured Trion Industries on Monday, July 15, with Adam Thalenfeld, president of the company. Brown said Trion Industries has a wonderful history in the City of Wilkes-Barre and many of its employees have been with the company for more than 30 years. Before being elected as Mayor of Wilkes-Barre, Brown had a career in the manufacturing industry.
Eric Caputi Transferred to ESU for the Sense of Community
Coming from a community college to ESU, Eric Caputi learned how to specialize in his area of study. The public health major says the faculty and staff are like stars in a constellation. They support his academic goals and interests, while offering direction and guidance.
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