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Suspect in custody as PSP investigate shooting

BUTLER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) say a suspect is in custody as after a reported shooting in Butler Township Tuesday evening. PSP say that at about 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, they were called to help the Butler Township Police Department with a shooting on Edge Rock Drive in Butler Township, Luzerne […]

Luzerne County, PA · 6h

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Missing Sugar Notch man found dead in Susquehanna River

PLYMOUTH, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A 39-year-old Sugar Notch man who was reported missing after a crash earlier this month was found dead in the Susquehanna River on Tuesday, Pennsylvania State Police said. Keenan Saniatan was found in the river in Plymouth Township, Luzerne County. State police said he...

Sugar Notch, PA · 12h

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Wednesday: No parking on Main Street from East Columbus Street to Kridlo Bridge, Pittston

PITTSTON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Parking restrictions will be in place Wednesday along Main Street in Pittston as crews prepare to repaint parking spaces following a major repaving project in October. City officials say parking will be prohibited along Main Street from East Columbus Street to the Kridlo Bridge...

Pittston, PA · 19h

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Man found dead in Susquehanna River identified as missing man

PLYMOUTH TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Luzerne County Coroner’s Office and the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) were called to Route 11 near the Susquehanna River Tuesday morning for a death investigation. A representative from the coroner’s office said they were called to the scene around 9:15 a.m. Tuesday. PSP identified Keenan Saniatan, 39, of […]

Luzerne County, PA · 13h

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Police seek information after illegal dumping reported in Hanover Township

HANOVER TWP, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Police are asking for help identifying two men accused of dumping a large amount of property into a dumpster at the Marion Terrace Apartment Complex. The Hanover Township Police Department said surveillance video captured the men unloading and leaving the items in the...

Hanover Township, PA · 2d

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Two Hospitalized with Serious Injuries After Head-On Crash in Luzerne County

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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Suspect arrested after sword attack at Caribbean Paradise

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Questions remain after a wild attack in Wilkes-Barre Monday morning. An eyewitness told 28/22 News the owner of Caribbean Paradise on South Pennsylvania Avenue was unloading his truck when the suspect asked him if the store was open. We’re told the owner responded that the restaurant was not open yet. […]

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 1d

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Luzerne County property transfers from Sept. 22 through Sept. 24

The following are Luzerne County property transfers from Sept. 22 through Sept. 24:. • Mark A. Parlante Jr. (Executor) and Darlene Swithers (Estate) to Real Estate Magnate LLC, $143,000, Exeter Borough. • Day E. Williams and Patricia I. Williams to Jennifer Boone and Samuel Perry, $322,500, Wright Township. • John...

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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Weis Markets Snaps Up Former Offset Paperback Plant in Dallas Twp. for $12.5M

Weis Markets has paid $12.5 million for the sprawling former Offset Paperback manufacturing facility in Dallas Township, more than doubling what the previous owner paid for the site just last year. The deal closed quietly in late October, and so far, nobody outside the company is saying what the Sunbury-based grocer intends to build there.

Luzerne County, PA · 2d

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Heavy police activity in front of Wilkes-Barre restaurant

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Multiple police units are investigating an incident in front of a restaurant in a Wilkes-Barre shopping plaza. Police have been investigating in front of Caribbean Paradise in the 1400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue since 10:15 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9. Information is limited at this time. Police have taped off a […]

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 1d

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Former student crashes into school, claiming they ‘screwed him over,’ police say

WRIGHT TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A former student is facing charges after he crashed his vehicle into Crestwood High School, claiming the school “screwed him over,” police stated. 22-year-old Dylan Matusiefsky is charged after he crashed a stolen vehicle into the front doors of Crestwood High School over the weekend to “show them,” according to […]

Wright Township, PA · 1d

Times Leader

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Briefing on Luzerne County bridges scheduled for Tuesday

An update presentation on Luzerne County-owned bridges is scheduled during Tuesday’s County Council work session, the agenda said.

Luzerne, PA · 1d

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Facing ‘space crisis,’ Scranton School District may use eminent domain to acquire former Penn Foster building

The Scranton School District wants to buy the former Penn Foster building — and is prepared to take it by eminent domain if necessary. Scranton school directors voted 7-2 Monday night to allow the district to use legal power to purchase the property for $2.2 million, its appraised value.

Scranton, PA · 19h

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Details released after sword attack on restaurant owner

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Details released on the Caribbean Paradise owner being attacked with a sword before the suspect locked himself in the restaurant. On Nov. 9, officers were called to Caribbean Paradise in Wilkes-Barre for a report of an assault where the suspect was in possession of a sword. The owner said he […]

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 14h

Times Leader

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Raises approved for Luzerne County human services first-level supervisors

Compensation has increased for approximately 30 supervisory employees in two Luzerne County human services agencies through agreements County

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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Moonlit Market keeping the Halloween spirit alive in Luzerne County

SHAVERTOWN, Pa. — The Moonlit Market kicked off along Carverton Road in Shavertown near Kava Korner. The event featured a variety of crafts, jewelers, and even adoptable pets from the SPCA. Organizers say the event was free for both the public and vendors. "We try to do a lot...

Shavertown, PA · 2d

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School Closed: Veteran’s Day

GNA CAMPUS – On November 11, 2026, the Greater Nanticoke Area School District will be closed to honor our veterans. Veterans Day is a federal holiday that honors our veterans and their service in any war. Businesses and establishments alike usually provide free meals, free items, and discounts to active-duty military and veterans to honor them, and we should too. Whether it is a family member, friend, or even a stranger, be sure to thank them for their service to our country.

Nanticoke, PA · 2d

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City council considers rule changes on e-bikes

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As e-bikes become more common, Scranton City Council is looking at new rules aimed at improving safety. The proposed changes would restrict where e-bikes can be operated and how they are operated. The use of e-bikes is growing rapidly in many communities, including in Scranton. Many people, especially those who […]

Scranton, PA · 10h

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Cheapest gas stations in Scranton

Stacker compiled a list of the cheapest gas stations in Scranton using data from Gas Buddy. Gas stations are ranked by the lowest regular fuel price. - Address: 441 Wilkes-Barre Twp Blvd, Wilkes-Barre, PA. - Price: $3.98. #3. Turkey Hill. - Address: 2 N Mountain Blvd, Mountain Top, PA. -...

Scranton, PA · 1d

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Lane restrictions scheduled Tuesday on I-380 northbound in Lackawanna County

DUNMORE, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Motorists traveling on Interstate 380 northbound in Lackawanna County should expect lane restrictions Tuesday, November 10, as crews perform bridge deck repairs. According to PennDOT, the right lane will be restricted between the Daleville/Moscow exit (Exit 19) and the Milford/Interstate 84 East exit (Exit...

Lackawanna County, PA · 1d