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T-shirt fundraiser for Irish dancer battling cancer
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Passion is what draws students to the Joyce School of Irish Dance in Pittston. It’s the dance forms, friends, and fun that build a family and keep dancers around for decades, even if it’s on the sidelines, like graduate dancer Nyah Kubilus. Smiles and stories are shared all around. Catching […]
Fortis Dental Hygiene Student: Jenna Topa
Jenna Topa chose to enroll in the Dental Hygiene program at the Fortis Institute campus in Scranton after receiving positive recommendations from others about the program and its important aspects. While searching for Dental Hygiene programs, Jenna considered several factors such as the learning environment, class schedules and semester lengths,...
Wilkes-Barre City clears out homeless encampment in Kirby Park
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — A place people called home in Wilkes-Barre was cleared out and cleaned up by the city Thursday morning. "It's disgusting. I mean for me, homelessness is not a choice," says a woman who previously lived in the encampment. "Some people choose to be homeless for whatever reason but I'm out here with my son."
The Scranton Fringe Festival Celebrates 10th Anniversary
The Scranton Fringe Festival, in partnership with The Center For The Living City and The Everhart Museum, announces that the grand kickoff for its 10th anniversary will include a large-scale 3D projection art installation. The front exterior of the Everhart Museum will be transformed into a mesmerizing, animated canvas. Michael...
Arts at Hayfield 38th Annual Summer Arts Festival
On August 18, more than 120 artisans, performers, crafters and food vendors will converge on the campus of Penn State Wilkes-Barre in Lehman to celebrate the 38th Annual Arts at Hayfield Summer Arts Festival. The event is on the campus grounds from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., rain or shine.
Police: FedEx driver robbed in Wilkes-Barre
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — An investigation is underway after a FedEx driver says he was robbed in Wilkes-Barre. The driver told police he was making a delivery on Kidder Street Tuesday afternoon when three men forcibly stole the packages he was holding and ran away.
Living life to the fullest: Olyphant nonprofit helps those with mobility impairments stay active
A local organization helps people with mobility impairments get active, with a special event this month splashing into late July. Individual Abilities in Motion, or I AM for short, is a nonprofit organization that supports those in the area with mobility impairments, including spinal cord injuries, amputations, Parkinson's disease and more, empowering them to live their lives to the fullest.
WooSox give up early lead, fall to RailRiders
MOOSIC, PA – Despite Grant Gambrell’s six shutout innings, the Worcester Red Sox (11-13)/(46-53) lost 7-2 on Thursday night to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (11-13)/(54-44) in game four of their seven-game series at PNC Field. After hitting the go-ahead home run in game two of the WooSox and RailRiders...
Man allegedly threatens wife with chainsaw in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a man is in custody after allegedly threatening to attack his wife with a chainsaw. According to the Lackawanna County Communication Center, a male was inside the house trying to break through the bedroom door and had a chainsaw. Police said upon entry they located and detained 59-year-old […]
Man dead after coal processing incident in Hazle Township
HAZLE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is dead after being trapped under coal at a coal processing station in Luzerne County. Hazle Township Fire and Rescue were dispatched around 10:54 p.m. on Thursday to the 400 block of Stockton Mountain Road for a technical rescue, where a man was trapped under coal from […]
Leader of National Foundation Dedicated to Checking Hearts and Saving Young Lives Will Deliver Keynote at King’s College Summer Commencement
Julie B. Walker, president of the Peyton Walker Foundation, will deliver the keynote address during the King’s College Summer Commencement on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024, at the William S. Scandlon Physical Education Center. Walker will address a group of 90 graduates, many of whom will receive bachelor’s and master’s...
Blue Mountain Resort holding first Pierogies and Pints Festival in August
Blue Mountain Resort will celebrate a northeast Pennsylvania staple at the new Pierogies and Pints Festival in August. “Pierogies are just such a big thing in the area,” said Ashley Seier, director of marketing for Blue Mountain Resort, in explaining the origins of the festival. ...
Local artist to paint mural celebrating jazz history at Scranton Jazz Festival
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — We're just over a week away from the 19th annual Scranton Jazz Festival. That's Aug. 2 to 4 downtown. It includes three days of New Orleans-inspired music, with more than 80 musicians spanning over 20 venues at the Artisan Marketplace. Some are already gearing...
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