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What happens after the Bloomsburg Fair
BLOOMSBURG, Pa. — From packed streets to empty vendors and spots, the 169th Bloomsburg Fair has ended, and this year's attendance numbers are rolling in. 398,000 visitors came through the fairgrounds, which is up almost 15% from last year in Columbia County. "The grounds were full, the concessions did...
Getting into the Halloween spirit in Exeter
EXETER, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU — Tuesday is October 1, and many across NEPA are already getting into the Halloween holiday spirit by decorating. One house in Exeter on Wyoming Avenue is ready to send a chill down everyone’s spine with its large displays of animatronics, themed lighting pumpkins, and Erie music. Many drivers in the […]
Hundreds of coats donated in Third Annual Coats for Kids campaign
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — Hundreds of northeastern Pennsylvania children in need will stay warm this winter thanks to a community outpouring for our third annual 28/22’s Coats for Kids campaign. As part of our children’s first initiative we collected over 600 coats and counting, and we’ll have an official number in the coming days. Hundreds […]
Barktoberfest to be held this weekend
SCOTT, Pa. — You've heard of Oktoberfest...but what about Barktoberfest?. This Sunday, Griffin Pond Animal Shelter is hosting its 3rd annual Barktoberfest at Maiolatesi's Wine Cellars from 12-5pm. Six-year-old Stephanie is a pitbull mix who currently lives at Griffin Pond Animal Shelter near Clarks Summit. "She was dumped in...
Man loses $7.4K during bail money scam
HAZLE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police are investigating a fraud incident where a man was scammed out of over $7,000. According to Pennsylvania State Police, on August 18 troopers were told of a fraud incident that happened in Hazle Township. The victim, a 79-year-old man, told troopers he got a call from someone […]
Toys for Tots kicks off in Luzerne County
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — The U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots collection is officially underway, and one club in Luzerne County is helping to kickstart the season. The Hanover Township Lions Club held a kick-off event Tuesday to help spread the word and offer families information about how to apply to receive toys this holiday season.
Controversey continues with Luzerne County drop boxes
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The ballot drop box controversy continues to be talked about in Luzerne County. On Monday, County Manager Romilda Crocamo said she stands by her decision to not deploy the boxes in November. Crocamo says it’s all about the safety, security, and integrity of the election. “I certainly appreciate receiving letters […]
Netflix is setting up experiential entertainment venues in these 2 popular shopping malls
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. – If you are obsessed with “Bridgerton,” “Squid Game,” “Stranger Things” or any other Netflix original series, get ready for those shows to come alive at a shopping mall near you: The streaming service has announced it will soon open several experiential entertainment venues in vacant retail space across the country -- the first of which will debut at King of Prussia Mall in Pennsylvania and Galleria Dallas in 2025.
NEPA working to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — NEPA is working to help those impacted by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. From Tuesday through Saturday, McCarthy Tire Service is working with AMP Global Strategies to collect supplies. They are accepting donations of water, non-perishable food items, baby supplies, toiletries, sanitizer, and other supplies. You can bring your donations […]
Western Wayne girls soccer team jockeying for playoff position
VARDEN — If you're searching for an exciting high school sports experience this fall, you need look no further than Western Wayne's girls varsity soccer team. The Wildcats are young, athletic and explosive, boasting one of the Lackawanna League's top scoring tandems in Khloe Mistishin and Makenzie Chearney. ...
Taco Bandido celebrates special milestone on national taco day
LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — There's a bit extra spice this Taco Tuesday, as it's National Taco Day! The national day was initially celebrated on October 4th every year, but it will always align with Taco Tuesday on the first Tuesday in October. Every Tuesday is Taco Tuesday at Taco...
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