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Thousands of lights shine at Hughestown Halloween house
HUGHESTOWN, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Thursday’s Halloween House of the Night shines in Hughestown as the supermoon hung high in the sky. The home on Rock Street is decked out with thousands of lights and several themed displays, including aliens. Blow molds of ghosts and pumpkins line the massive yard, but the lights tie this […]
Fire departments across NEPA receive $2M in federal grants
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — More than $2 million in federal grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be heading to firefighters and first responders across northeastern Pennsylvania. "It's a big big asset, a big help to us getting this is kind of funding to assist us," said Chief Matthew...
Luzerne County pays the price after 2022 paper ballot shortage
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Luzerne County is paying the price for not having enough ballots on Election Day. Two years ago, 16 polling stations in Luzerne County ran out of paper ballots. At least two voters said they couldn’t vote due to the shortage and sued. Luzerne County will pay $30,000 to settle the […]
Sara’s Table Food Pantry in need of donations
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local food pantry in Luzerne County has been forced to cut back on its weekly donations to families due to a lack of supplies. It’s a dreaded sight at a local food pantry, empty shelves, and empty coolers. “The cupboards bare, you know, nowadays it’s tough,” said Mark Finkelstein, […]
Getting students interested in manufacturing
LUZERNE COUNTY, Pa. — Students at Solomon Plains Middle School are learning about different career opportunities at the 'Your Economic Success'- or YES! Day event hosted by Junior Achievement of Northeastern Pennsylvania. "There are about 60 volunteers here today that are bringing hands on learning activities to these students...
"Mission" Venison for Vets in Susquehanna County
MONTROSE, Pa. — For decades, Jeff Scavazzo has helped feed hunters across Susquehanna County. But after hearing about a local veteran's struggle to fill his family's freezer, he found a new mission to help feed veterans. "Only says our paycheck just doesn't go very far. And I said, 'I...
King’s College hosting free Halloween-themed science night for families
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — King’s College is set to host a free “Things that Go Boom in the Night” Halloween event for families on October 30. The King’s College Department of Chemistry and Physics is offering a free event with interactive science activities, including faculty-led demonstrations. “Children will get to experience hands-on science like […]
Dunmore Fire Department facing critical staffing shortages
DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local fire department is facing critical staffing shortages, causing concerns for public safety from other fire departments. According to a recent Facebook post by the Scranton Firefighters IAFF Local 60 Union, the Dunmore Fire Department is currently operating with three fewer firefighters than needed. This shortage is forcing the […]
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