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Drums Native Casey Eichfeld Making a Record 4th Appearance at Olympics
Drums native Casey Eichfeld is set to endure a challenge unlike any other. His 4th Olympics as a slalom canoeist, and for the first time since the 2016 Rio Olympics. He missed out on Tokyo in 2020 but qualified for this year’s Paris games with some added motivation throughout his training. “I was able to […]
PA doctor performs sight-saving treatment
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Luzerne County doctor is the first in Pennsylvania to perform a brand new surgery to treat glaucoma. It’s a cutting-edge medical advancement called iDose TR designed to replace traditional eye drops for up to three years. iDose TR is a new FDA-approved treatment. It’s an alternative to prescription […]
One woman displaced in Schuylkill County fire
CONNERTON, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— One woman has been displaced after a fire Wednesday afternoon in Schuylkill County. According to Schuylkill County Communications, a call came in just after 1:30 p.m. for a second alarm structure fire on the unit block of Connerton Road. Officials say that there were no injuries and that the fire was […]
Police warn about nationwide scam impacting Luzerne County residents
WILKES-BARRE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — After finding a stack of over 100 compromised gift cards at an area store, one local police department is sounding the alarm about a popular scam. The Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department tells 28/22 News that this is a nationwide scam that has made its way to Luzerne County. “They […]
Third hiker dies in Grand Canyon in less than a month
A third hiker in less than a month has died at the Grand Canyon. A 50-year-old man from San Angelo, Texas, was found Sunday unresponsive about 100 feet below the Bright Angel Trailhead, according to a National Park Service news release.
PSP: 13 explosive devices seized during I-80 traffic stop
TOBYHANNA TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say a driver was arrested after a traffic stop seized 13 improvised explosive devices. According to Pennsylvania State Police, on July 5 troopers pulled over a car for code violations on Interstate 80 East in Tobyhanna Township. Police say the driver was suspected to be under the […]
Who’s on the Rockin’ the River music line-up?
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The 6th Annual Rockin’ the River has returned to Wilkes-Barre with its summer concert series. Officials say starting on July 12 at the Millennium Circle at River Common the Rockin the River concert series begins. This year’s lineup: The gates for the concert open at 5 p.m., is free to […]
Alec Baldwin’s involuntary manslaughter trial starts with witnesses recalling chaotic set shooting
A jury is hearing opening statements Wednesday at the involuntary manslaughter trial of Alec Baldwin in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer, a trial that will delve into the confluence of gun safety, high-wattage celebrity and a low-budget Western movie on a remote ranch set.
Suspect wanted for crime in Luzerne County
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for a man for a crime committed in Luzerne County. The Hazleton City Police Department says they are searching for the identity of the man pictured in the photos below. Police did not give details regarding the crime committed by the suspect. Anyone with information on the […]
Justin Schuback sentenced to life for Robert Baron murder
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Justin Schuback has been sentenced to life in prison on the charges of first-degree murder in the death of Robert Baron. According to Lackawanna County District Attorney Mark Powell, on Wednesday Judge Terrence Nealon sentenced Schuback to life without parole for the murder of Robert Baron plus a consecutive sentence of […]
NWS announces flash flood warning in Luzerne County
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — The National Weather Service (NWS) announced a flash flood warning is in place in Luzerne County. At 8:31 p.m., the NWS said doppler radar indicated thunderstorms would produce heavy rain in Luzerne County and that two to three inches of rain had already fallen as of 9:47 p.m. The flash flood […]
Man charged with multiple counts of resisting arrest
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man was arrested in Bloomsburg after resisting arrest multiple times from previous charges. According to the Bloomsburg Police Department, Lee Atkinson Jr., 42, of Bloomsburg, was arrested on charges of aggravated assault, resisting arrest, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia. The officer on duty attempted […]
Hunger Free Summer campaign continues in West Hazleton
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — We are continuing our fight against childhood hunger this summer. 28/22 News will be in West Hazleton at the Weis Market until 6:30 p.m. where we will be collecting more food to help families in need. Make a Donation to Hunger Free Summer All funds go to the CEO Weinberg Food Bank […]
Man wanted for allegedly threatening to shoot four men
ROSS TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An investigation is underway after state police say a man threatened to shoot four men at a gun range in Luzerne County. According to Pennsylvania State Police, on July 8 around 7:30 p.m., troopers were called to the State Game Lands Gun Range on Patla Road in Ross Township. […]
ATV rider dies after crashing into tree
WARREN TWP., BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police report an ATV rider has died after crashing into a tree. According to Pennsylvania State Police, an ATV crash happened on Hickey Rocks Road in Warren Township on July 6 around 10:17 p.m. Police say the rider lost control while navigating a left curve and struck a […]
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