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69 News viewer shares "spectacular" experience of watching northern lights
EXETER TWP., Pa. - The Northern Lights are something we see rarely in our region. Many people made sure they were up early to take advantage of the chance. "It was really spectacular. It was better than I could have ever imagined," said Steve Vlasak, of Exeter Township. Vlasak said...
First responders voice concerns over Nanticoke bridge weight limit
NANTICOKE, Pa. — New weight restrictions are in effect for the bridge that crosses the Susquehanna River between the city of Nanticoke and the West Nanticoke section of Plymouth Township. Safety concerns prompted Luzerne County to lower the weight limit from 15 tons to five tons. That means emergency...
Now's The Time To Prune Your Apple Trees And Landscape Shrubs
CLARKS SUMMIT, Pa. — Now that the last of the very cold weather its behind us it's the perfect time to get out your trimmers and prune your landscape. Paul tells us the perfect way to prune your apple trees. Since the trees are just beginning to sprout leaves and you can still see the structure of the trees late, spring is a good time to prune its branches. The trees will begin growing fast so the tree will also heal quickly where the branches are cut.
Irem Shrine Circus underway in Dallas
DALLAS TWP., LUZENRE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It’s the show that families in the community look forward to, the Irem Shrine Circus. The fun brings everyone together to raise money for children in need. “It’s a whole complete 90-minute show. There will be hula-hoop artists, aerial stars, and the costume quick-change people. Also, an illusion act […]
Mother’s Day-themed menu for brunch in Forty Fort
FORTY FORT, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The cool, damp weather wasn’t the best for Mother’s Day, but it was nothing that a warm stack of pancakes could not fix. A Berry Brunch Board, which included 18 mini Dutch pancakes, was on the menu at the Canning House in Forty Fort. The Mother’s Day brunch menu […]
Shoppers flock to flower shops for last-minute Mother's Day gifts
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne Co. — Sunday many last minute shoppers were flocking to flower shops to get last minute bouquets and flowers for that special mother in their lives. FOX56 spoke with McCarthy’s Flower Shop in Wilkes-Barre who had quite the busy day on Mother's Day. They told us...
Snapshots from the Kirby: Downtown venues unite to present Wilkes-Barre Cavalcade of Jazz
WILKES-BARRE — The Wilkes-Barre Cavalcade of Jazz was held May 3 through 5, with an opening ceremony and headline performance at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. Weekend performances were scattered throughout downtown venues including Bank & Vine, Cafe Toscana, The Vault, Senunas’, Abide Coffeehouse, The Stegmaier Mansion and more. Here are some snapshots, courtesy of the Kirby Center, of just some of the festival’s many memorable moments.
Bingo held to raise money for veterans and the community
KINGSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Now to a fun-filled evening, all while giving back to our veterans. A local veteran organization held a big fundraiser for the first time in a long time. It was certainly an exciting night in Kingston as everyone hoped they had the chance to yell, “Bingo”. But the real reason […]
Patriots Cove prepares for busy May
NOXEN TOWNSHIP, WYOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Tucked away in Noxen Township lies 18 scenic acres covered in flags and war memorials. Many call it “The Cove.” “Patriots Cove is a place of healing, a place of purpose for injured, ill, and end-of-life veterans, first responders, and their caregivers,” explained Jeff Swire. Co-founder and President Jeff Swire […]
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