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LIHEAP applications now open for 2026-2027
(WBRE/WYOU) — Applications for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are now open through April 23, 2027, providing families an opportunity for reprieve with heating bills through the cold season. Based on household size, income, and fuel type, cash grants can…
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Two arrested for pulling out AR rifle in fight, police say
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two men were arrested early Friday morning after a fight broke out near a Wilkes-Barre night club and one man pulled out and a shot an AR style rifle, police said. Demarco Simmons, 19, and Ricky Jackson, 18, both of Scranton, were…
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Authorities investigating after fire destroys trailer
FOSTER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Investigators are working to determine the cause of a fire that destroyed a trailer home in Luzerne County. Authorities say the blaze broke out around 9:00 a.m. at a home on Sky Way Lane in Foster Township, near Hazleton and that no…
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Rockslide leaves multiple routes, trails closed
JIM THORPE, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A rockslide in Carbon County over the weekend is causing disruptions into the week. Several roads are impacted near Jim Thorpe along with trails in nearby parks. The rockslide sent a significant amount of debris down the mountainside,…
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Kid architects help design Scranton playground
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It's common to see school kids on a playground at recess; What is not as common is to see a playground that kids have a hand in creating. 28/22 News Reporter Mark Hiller explains in this week's Here's To You, Kid! Some ribbon cuttings…
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Luzerne County Board of Elections gears up for midterms
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Luzerne County Board of Elections is now making final preparations ahead of Tuesday's midterms. The county has dealt with election issues in the past, including last year when 30 voters received duplicate mail-in ballots. Despite…
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Fire company prepares for annual Porketta fundraiser
JERMYN, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local fire company put in the work on Monday to prepare for one of its biggest annual fundraisers. Crystal Fire Company #1 in Jermyn will host the 2nd Annual Porketta Sandwich and Soup Sale on Tuesday. The crew started preparing over the…
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Community mourns loss of family business
LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local dry cleaning business has been reduced to rubble after a fire ripped through it over the weekend. The business in Old Forge has been there for decades, and support has been pouring in on social media for the owners. Lease Dry Cleaners on…
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Travel season closes despite tighter pockets
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY(WBRE/WYOU) — As the calendar turns to November, the winter travel season begins, and in NEPA, it's a big season for where and why people get away. "Dare I say it? The snow. For the winter, you know, people just want to go somewhere warm. Since NEPA is…
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28/22 Sports Top Ten Teams Going into District Playoffs
(WBRE/WYOU) — Our list has changed a lot since week one of the 2026 high school football season. Three different number one teams, along with representation from every corner of northeast and central Pennsylvania. With the district playoffs beginning this week across District 2,…
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State Police warn about cell phone delivery scam
(WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are warning the public about an emerging scam in northeastern Pennsylvania that results in the theft of new cell phones delivered to houses. PSP said the scam can occur when customers order a new cell phone to their house, or a…
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Police seek info on Halloween Flock camera damage
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Hazleton Police Department is seeking information from the community after they said several Flock cameras were damaged on Halloween. Several cameras were damaged, resulting in damage to their system, police said. Police ask anyone with…
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Confirmed number of Pa. measles cases updated by DOH
(WBRE/WYOU) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) reported Monday that there are now 1,433 confirmed measles cases in the Commonwealth, seven more since Friday’s update. Of those 1,433 cases, 269 are hospitalized, and less than 1% are fully vaccinated. In northeastern…
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Stabbing leaves one injured in Bloomsburg
BLOOMSBURG, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for a suspect involved in a stabbing in Bloomsburg over the weekend. The Bloomsburg Police Department stated a stabbing occurred between 2:15 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. on Nov. 1 in the 300 Block of East Second Street. The…
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Man charged for hundreds of child porn files, Pa. AG says
NANTICOKE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania District Attorney Dave Sunday announce charges Monday against a Luzerne County man for allegedly possessing and disseminating hundreds of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) videos and images. Michael J. Grevera, 43, of…
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Hazleton native candidate for baseball Hall of Fame
(WBRE/WYOU) — Hazleton native and former baseball manager Joe Maddon has been announced as a candidate for the Hall of Fame. He is a candidate for the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee for the Hall of Fame class of 2027 in Cooperstown, New York. Maddon managed the Angels,…
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DOJ lines to report election, voting interference
(WBRE/WYOU) — Want to report allegations of possible voting violations or interference this election season? Find out where you can call to submit your complaint. The Department of Justice says they aim to deter and combat those who would interfere with elections. This includes…
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Man, 50, dies in motorcycle crash near Milton
WEST CHILLISQUAQUE TOWNSHIP, NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A motorcyclist died in a crash Friday after state police said he was hit by a pickup truck near Milton. John Conklin, 50, of Milton, died from injuries after he was hit by a Ford Super Duty that Pennsylvania State…
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$1 million Scratch-Off ticket sold in Pennsylvania
(WBRE/WYOU) — A lucky lottery player won $1,000,000 on a Scratch-Off in Pennsylvania. A Pennsylvania Lottery retailer in Bradford County sold a $1 million-winning Snake, Rattle and Roll Scratch-Off. Snake, Rattle and Roll is a $20 game that offers top prizes of $1 million.…
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Find nearest polling location to vote on Nov. 3
(WBRE/WYOU) — State officials are encouraging Pennsylvanians voting at the polls in Tuesday’s general election to plan ahead and remember important information. Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt provides a few reminders for Pennsylvanians ahead of tomorrow’s general…