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Bradford County crash sends one to hospital
WARREN TOWNSHIP, BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 News has more information Wednesday about a motorcycle crash in Bradford County that sent one person to the hospital. Officials say crews were called to Leraysville Road, in Warren Township just before 2:00 p.m. on June 28. Officials say 65-year-old Robert Bromley entered the wrong lane while riding […]
Man turns himself in after murder-for-hire charges filed
PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man has turned himself in to police after charges were filed against him after police believe he plotted a murder-for-hire scheme in Luzerne County. According to the Plymouth Borough Police, in January officers began investigating a possible murder-for-hire scheme by 29-year-old Dashawn Nelson of Kingston. Police say Nelson got […]
Lackawanna County Commissioners upgrades cash management
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Lackawanna County Commissioners taking a major step to upgrade the county government’s cash management to increase the county’s income after years of trying to get the county out of debt. County commissioners hired financial firm Three Plus One out of New York to begin its Cashvest program in hopes of cutting […]
What to know about Wilkes-Barre firework ordinance
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A reminder for those in Wilkes-Barre, an ordinance passed last year makes it illegal to set off fireworks within 150 feet of an occupied structure. Most fireworks you can buy in stores will be illegal to set off in the Diamond City. This comes after many noise complaints, fires, injuries, […]
Fourth of July celebrations kicks off with a bang in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Independence Day celebrations are already off with a bang. Thousands came to the Electric City’s Annual Scrantastic Spectacular. Wednesday marked the 12th Annual Scrantastic Spectacular out here on the square and the show did not disappoint. The fireworks display is considered one of the best here in NEPA and one […]
Police investigate robbery in Hanover Township
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A heavy police presence occurred at an apartment complex in Luzerne County. Officials say they were called to the area of Marion Terrance Apartments in Hanover Township on Wednesday evening for an unknown incident. According to the Hanover Township Police Department on July 3 around 6:21 p.m., police were investigating a robbery […]
Police investigate robbery in Hanover Township
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A heavy police presence occurred at an apartment complex in Luzerne County. Officials say they were called to the area of Marion Terrance Apartments in Hanover Township on Wednesday evening for an unknown incident. According to the Hanover Township Police Department on July 3 around 6:21 p.m., police were investigating a robbery […]
Pennsylvania lawmakers break for July 4 holiday with no budget deal
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Independence Day will come and go without a state budget, which was due June 30. Pennsylvania lawmakers will break for the holiday but will return on Friday and work through the weekend. Education funding is still a major hurdle to determine how much gets pushed out to schools. Senate Republican Leader […]
Road closures announced for holiday festivities in Luzerne County
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — With all the Fourth of July festivities, there are some road closures to be aware of. Bernie’s Memorial Three Mile Run will have some roads in Downtown Wilkes-Barre closed Thursday morning starting at 7:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. Driving access to the YMCA, parts of South Main Street, and Public […]
12th Annual Scrantastic Spectacular underway in Lackawanna County
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Fourth of July celebrations are getting underway early in some parts of our area, including in the Electric City. Thousands are expected to visit downtown for music, food, and fireworks on Wednesday. “Yeah, the weather’s beautiful perfect for some lemonade,” said Emily Williams with Lacka Lemonade. With temperatures in […]
Non-profits team up to open youth center in Scranton
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two local non-profits are coming together to open a new youth center in Lackawanna County. 1621 Washburn Street will now be home to the West Scranton Youth Center. With renovations underway, this building will offer a safe haven for kids in the area. “Given our wrestling background, wrestling was the […]
PA House passes historic marriage equality legislation
(WJET/WFXP) – A historic marriage equality legislation has been passed by the Pennsylvania House. On Tuesday, July 2, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill 2269 with a historic 133-68 vote. This passing marks the first time marriage equality legislation has been moved through a chamber of the General Assembly. HB 2269 amends Title 23, […]
Search for man wanted in alleged retail theft at Walmart
TAYLOR, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is wanted after police say he was involved in a retail theft at Walmart. The Taylor Police Department is looking to identify the suspect who was allegedly involved in a retail theft at Walmart on South Main Street on June 28. Anyone with information is asked to contact […]
Drivers urged to use caution this holiday
VALLEY TOWNSHIP, MONTOUR COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The holiday travel rush is in full swing. Travel experts expect record numbers of people to hit the nation’s highways. Law enforcement and first responders from across Northeastern Pennsylvania are urging drivers to use caution. 28/22 News spoke to a fire chief who knows all too well how a […]
‘BLaST’ I.U. 17 celebrates Independence Day
LOYALSOCK TOWNSHIP, LYCOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Nearly 200 special education students took part in an annual celebration of patriotism and inclusion in Lycoming County. Red, white, and blue flooded the track at Schick Elementary School in Loyalsock Township. Students, families, and staff took part in the “BLaST Intermediate Unit 17” Fourth of July parade. “We […]
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