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Community event brings awareness to mental health
DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Saturday families in the Greater Scranton Area made it out to the YMCA in Dunmore for a “Thriving Together” event. The free community event serves to bring awareness and celebrate the organization’s well-being initiative “Mental health is wealth.” Dozens made it out to enjoy tons of family fun activities like […]
Flowers were blooming at Nay Aug Park
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Some major flower power was felt in the Electric City as the annual flower show came to town. Hundreds of floral species were on display in Nay Aug Park captivating crowds with a breathtaking array of colors and sizes. The free event was filled with live music played throughout the […]
Green Dog Barkery’s grand opening kicks off
WYOMING, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Saturday morning was the grand opening of Green Dog Barkery in Wyoming Mid-Way Shopping Center. The bakery offers everything for dogs and cats including a social area for your four-legged friends. In honor of the grand opening, they had prizes, food vendors, and some goodie bags. The general manager says […]
Community comes together to help a family in need
PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local non-profit organization and volunteers from the community came together in Luzerne County. Their mission is to help out a family in need of a home. Having a place to call home is something that some of us take for granted. It is the goal of Wyoming Valley Habit […]
Body recovered of missing swimmer in Pike County
MILFORD, PIKE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Officials release they have recovered the body of the man who went missing while swimming in the Delaware River at Milford Beach. According to Pike County Communications Center, first responders were conducting a water recovery at Milford Beach after a male went under and never resurfaced Saturday afternoon. Officials say the […]
Police look to ID man in Dollar General armed robbery
WILKES-BARRE TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say they need help searching for a suspect after an armed robbery at Dollar General. According to the Wilkes-Barre Township Police Department Friday around 9:08 p.m. officers were dispatched to the Dollar General on Kidder Street for an armed robbery. Police say the male entered the cash room […]
Tornado warnings in effect across Pennsylvania
EYEWITNESS WEATHER (WBRE/WYOU) — The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a tornado watch in effect until 5:45 p.m. across counties in Pennsylvania. According to officials until 5:45 p.m. Saturday night, the following counties will be on tornado watch: Officials note this includes the cities of: You can stay current on all the latest weather alerts and […]
Two people dead after crash in Montour County
LIMESTONE TOWNSHIP, MONTOUR COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The Montour County Coroner has confirmed that two people are dead after a crash Friday afternoon. Coroner Scott Lynn stated in a release that two people in separate trucks died after a multi-vehicle collision just after 2:30 at the intersection of County Line Road and Route 54. There have been […]
Property ruled a total loss in Bradford County fire
ULSTER TOWNSHIP, BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Crews responded to a first alarm fire early Saturday morning in Bradford County. The Bradford County Department of Public Safety stated that crews responded to a second alarm fire along the 3300 block of Saco Road just before 6:00 a.m. Authorities say when crews responded on-scene, they found the homeowner […]
Magda Pizza shop relocates and reopens after fire
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local pizza shop has relocated and is back in business after a fire destroyed it months ago. Magda’s Pizza in Luzerne County opened its doors at its new location in Wilkes-Barre this week and so far business has been booming. Magda’s Pizza sold out for the second night in […]
Inmate escapes from Bradford County Hospital
BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Bradford County District Attorney’s Office announced that an inmate is at large after escaping from the hospital. According to the release 30-year-old Ryan Charles Kitchart was committed to the Bradford County Correctional Facility for charges related to a Tuesday morning incident. Court documents state during processing officials noticed something in […]
Scranton man sentenced after road rage incident
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A Scranton man has been sentenced for possessing a firearm during a road rage incident after previously being convicted of a crime punishable by more than one year in prison. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that 28-year-old Victorious Minter from Scranton was sentenced to […]
Another Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest for George Chiger and Larell Marie Mele
Both George Chiger and Larell Marie Mele are days away from another appearance in the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4th. This will be Mele’s 14th straight contest, and Chiger is back for the sixth time in seven years, looking to beat his PR of 32 hot dogs.
Coroner called to “farming accident” in Northumberland County
SHAMOKIN TOWNSHIP, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The Northumberland County Coroner was called to a fatal crash Friday afternoon, officials say. According to the Northumberland County Department of Public Safety, first responders were called to a crash involving a tractor-trailer and lawnmower just before 2:30 p.m. along the 1600 block of Irish Valley Road. Authorities say the […]
Staying safe using fireworks on the 4th of July
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — With the Fourth of July week a few days away, the people who keep us safe are getting ready. 28/22 News had the chance to speak with a local first responder and a government official about how to stay safe while using fireworks this holiday season. As northeastern Pennsylvania prepares […]
Residents react to the 2024 presidential debate
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — President Biden and former President Trump went head-to-head in the first presidential debate of 2024. There is plenty of reaction from voters. 28/22 News spent the day in Scranton, also known as President Biden’s hometown, to gather opinions on what viewers thought about Thursday night’s debate The first debate between […]
DUI checkpoints set in Pennsylvania
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — State police announced DUI checkpoints will be placed across various roadways in Pennsylvania. According to Pennsylvania State Police, sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols aim to deter drinking and driving. Police say they are operating with a “zero-tolerance enforcement policy.” Police say checkpoints and roving patrols will be placed on roadways during the month […]
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