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Sixth arrest made in deadly Scranton shooting investigation
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — The mother of a deadly Scranton shooting suspect has been arrested, police announced. The Scranton Police Department announced more charges in the investigation of the fatal shooting of Robert Dawson, who was shot at the intersection of Providence Rd. and Ravine St. on April 9. He was pronounced deceased at the hospital.
Fire burns through a home in Taylor
TAYLOR, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — At least four were displaced after a fire in Taylor Friday night. According to the Lackawanna County Communication Center, first responders were dispatched to the 700 block of South Main Street for a report of a residential structure fire. Taylor Fire Chief Wes Jones says they are still working to […]
Second Suspect Charged In Deadly Scranton Shooting
Quamir Robinson was arrested at his Dunmore home on Tuesday, May 21, city police said in a release. He's charged with conspiracy to commit robbery, according to officials. Authorities have said 36-year-old Thompson was shot to death on Jackson Street on May 14. Twenty-four-year-old Rahjuan Marquel Morgan was arrested two days later for criminal homicide and conspiracy, Daily Voice reported.
Memorial Day plans altered due to weather
The threat for severe thunderstorms and flash flooding caused organizers to cancel Memorial Day parades in the region. VFW 7069 in Clarks Summit, Lackawanna County announced on Facebook that the Memorial Day Parade planned for 11 a.m. has been cancelled. Coal Township in Northumberland County canceled their parade as well.
A Seafood Extravaganza By Harbor Crabs
SCRANTON, Pa. — If you love seafood you will love Harbor Crabs! Home & Backyard visited Harbor Crabs in Scranton and were treated to an array of seafood delights. Chef Chin created their Party Combo Seafood Boil an "under the sea" feast fit for King Neptune. Harbor Crabs Manager Jason Lin explained how chef prepares the dish. The combo consisted of lobster tail, king crab legs, mussels, shrimp corn on the cob and potatoes. The chef prepared a mix of spices and then tossed it together with the seafood.
Brooks Mine visitors experience vintage lighting on special tour
Scranton, Lackawanna Co. — People visiting the Brooks Mine in Nay Aug Park in Scranton today received a special mine tour. The Underground Miners organization who run the mine did a vintage lighting demonstration to show the type of light coal workers used in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Memorial Day Car Show got rolling in Exeter
EXETER, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Classic cars, muscle cars, and sports cars were parked outside the American Grill in Exeter. It was all for the eighth annual Memorial Day car show was held at the restaurant Monday afternoon. Families and friends gathered to see the designs and the engines that were in the parking lot. […]
Race of the Saints tradition continues to run strong
JESSUP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Thousands this holiday weekend celebrated an event in Lackawanna County rooted in rich tradition, family, and faith. From the top to the bottom of the small town of Jessup, thousands of people celebrated Saint Ubaldo Day. The day capped off by the Race of the Saints is an annual tradition […]
Police investigating report of shots fired in Dunmore
DUNMORE, Pa. — Police are investigating after reports of shots fired in Dunmore Thursday. The Lackawanna County Communications Center confirms that police were called to East Elm Street, near Corner Street, in Dunmore around 8pm following a report of gunshots in the area. The Communications Center said that responding...
Homeland Security investigation ongoing at two NEPA malls
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — The search is on for answers surrounding a pair of sports apparel store raids in Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties. Homeland Security has confirmed that they are conducting a law enforcement operation involving a store called sports fever in the Viewmont and Wyoming Valley Malls. 28/22 News was the only station there […]
New monument revealed at Dupont Memorial Day Parade
DUPONT, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dupont held its Annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday. This tradition started when the men came home from World War II back in 1945. As part of the ceremony, they unveiled a new monument to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifices. Bob Lopata has been the co-chair for the […]
57 fallen heroes forever remembered in Dupont
DUPONT, Pa. — The Memorial Day Parade that made its way around the small borough of Dupont had everything you'd expect to see to honor our fallen servicemen and women. But it was at the end of the parade route, at the borough building, where an impactful tribute was about to be made.
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