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Attic fire damages home in Luzerne County
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— An attic fire damaged a home early Saturday morning in Wilkes-Barre. Wilkes Barre City Fire Department said a call came just before 5:30 a.m. for a reported structure fire on the 300 block of McLean Street. When on-scene, first responders determined that the fire started in the attic. There were no […]
Shooting investigation underway in Luzerne County
HANOVER TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Police are searching for suspects involved in a shooting in Luzerne County. The Hanover Township Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred in the 400 block of the Hanover Village Apartment Complex around 12:44 a.m. on Friday. There were no injuries reported during this...
Some sun this morning, showers return by evening
Rain has moved out, and we're finally seeing breaks in the clouds, especially east of the Susquehanna River. Morning temperatures are in the 50s. Look for a mix of clouds and sun through lunchtime, then clouds will thicken this afternoon. A stray shower is possible, but the highest chance of showers comes this evening ahead of a cold front. Highs will reach the low 60s, which is 10 degrees below average.
Four arrested for alleged retail theft at Walmart
HAZLE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police report that four people were arrested after being accused of retail thefts at a Walmart in Luzerne County. According to Pennsylvania State Police, troopers responded to Walmart in Hazle Township for separate retail theft incidents throughout May. On May 1 around 6:20 p.m., troopers responded to a theft where […]
PD: Undercover sting leads to arrest in illegal gun sale
WYOMING BOROUGH, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man trying to buy an illegal gun during an undercover investigation has been arrested, said police. The Wyoming Area Regional Police Department stated an undercover investigation was completed into the illegal attempt to purchase a gun. On Friday, May 10, officers executed an arrest warrant for Dakota Jarmusik, […]
Candle-light vigil held for Wilkes-Barre stabbing victim
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Honoring and remembering the life of a Luzerne County homicide victim. A candlelight vigil was held in Wilkes-Barre in honor of 33-year-old Scott Knox who was stabbed to death earlier this week. As the investigation into Knox’s death is still ongoing, those closest to him gathered in Wilkes-Barre to remember […]
Luzerne County man charged with commercial bribery
LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A Luzerne County man has been charged with commercial bribery. According to the United States Attorney’s Office, Jose L. Ortiz, 48, of Drums, was charged in a criminal Information with conspiring to commit honest services fraud. Authorities say that during his tenure as a...
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...
Upcoming road closure in Wilkes-Barre City for event
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Mayor George Brown announces upcoming road closure in Wilkes-Barre for a community event. According to officials on May 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. South Main Street will be closed between South St. and Northampton St., for the Main Street Arts Fest Block Party. Access will be available at […]
PA Lottery tickets stolen from machine at Sheetz
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police arrested a man after he allegedly stole PA Lottery tickets from a vending machine at Sheetz. According to the Wilkes-Barre City Police, on Wednesday around 7:30 p.m., officers were called to Sheetz on Kidder Street for a theft. Officers said they learned the suspect, later identified as Marlin Bevan, […]
New alert system for steam electric plant
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — Many people from our region are familiar with the sirens that go off for testing and alert at the Susquehanna Steam Electric Plant in the Berwick Area. The time has come for change FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security are proposing changing sirens with cell phone alerts. Officials ran a […]
Student take a prom pledge ahead of prom night
YATESVILLE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Students at a Luzerne County school are taking a vow to stay safe on prom night. Fellerman and Ciarimboli Law presented their Safe Prom Pledge campaign to Pittston Area juniors and seniors, to show the dangers and consequences of drinking and driving. A sobering simulation. While this scene is staged, […]
Luzerne County will partially certify April 23 primary results, minus contested race
Tired of ads? Subscribers enjoy a distraction-free reading experience. Luzerne County is proceeding with partial certification of the April 23 primary election results so the approval of other vote tallies is not held up due to pending litigation in the Republican race for state representative in the 117th House District.
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 […]
Man wanted on charges in Luzerne County
HAZLETON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are searching for a man wanted on multiple charges in Luzerne County. Daniel Pitt is wanted in connection to an incident that occurred in Hazleton in April 2024, according to the Hazleton City Police Department. Pitt is wanted on the following charges; Anyone with information is asked to call […]
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