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WATCH: Bear rescued from tree in Wilkes-Barre
UPDATE: According to a Pennsylvania Game Warden, the 185-pound female bear was uninjured and released on State Game Lands. WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A bear had to be rescued Tuesday morning after it got stuck in a tree in Luzerne County. Just after 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, crews were called to Carey Ave in Wilkes-Barre […]
Tensions run high in Jackson Township over animal neglect allegations
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Tensions ran high Tuesday in Luzerne County when a local animal rights group confronted a woman who they say was neglecting her animals, including several horses and cats. The animal rights group reached out to the I-Team to look into the situation, claiming that nothing was being done to […]
B3Q Smokehouse moving to former Tipsy Turtle location
SWOYERSVILLE, Pa. — A restaurant in Luzerne County is leaving one borough and headed to another this fall. It's been more than a year since a restaurant on Owen Street in Swoyersville has seen any action. “We used to have Tipsy Turtle in Swoyersville. It was a restaurant before...
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 .
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, […]
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, […]
The epitome of American classics: Hotshots Bar & Grill
Edwardsville’s Hotshots Sports Bar & Grill serves classic burgers and real American energy. At the time I entered, there were more TVs showcasing live sports than actual patrons present within the bar. That said, all of the tables were open and the servers were prompt and friendly. For St....
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.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NEPA to Host Rhythm & Wine Festival
***ADMISSION TASTING TICKETS ARE JUST $30!!!*** offer code “chamber5” for $5 off an admission tasting ticket. The Rhythm & Wine Fundraiser returns in 2024 on Saturday, August 24th at West Wyoming’s Moonlite Drive In from Noon to 4 PM. The festival is an open-air, outdoor wine and food truck & vendor festival featuring local wineries, breweries, cideries, and meaderies, culinary options, other vendors, and live music by the M80 Trio. Tickets cost just $30. New for 2024: a very limited amount of “premium party packages” that include your own private, tent, table, chairs, admission tickets, & reserved area on the grounds!
PA casinos ask lawmakers to tax skill games
WEST PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania casinos are filing a lawsuit against the state, asking for a level playing field. It’s regarding taxes and skill games. The lawsuit is against the highest court in Pennsylvania. It was filed on Monday and could result in one of two things, a tax on skill games or […]
LCCC seeks submissions for The Art of Music Exhibition
NANTICOKE — Soon, you’ll be able to see the power of music. Artists from Northeastern Pennsylvania who were inspired by music to create visual artwork have the chance to showcase their finished pieces at Luzerne County Community College. This upcoming exhibition focuses on the combination of music and...
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