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Local attraction comes back to haunt during pandemic with precautions in place
HALLSTEAD, SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) — COVID-19 isn’t stopping haunted attractions from opening their doors. The mansion on the hill on Harmony Road in Hallstead sits quietly in the dark. But what’s waiting inside is madness. Due to COVID-19, Hellstead Manor wasn’t sure they’d be able to open their doors. But they implemented safety precautions for all visitors, including free […] → Read More
Preparations underway for Joe Biden’s Scranton town hall event
MOOSIC, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) — Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden is back in our area today, just outside of his hometown of Scranton. He’ll be here for a town hall event tonight at PNC Field, moderated by CNN’s Anderson Cooper. Early Thursday morning, crews were preparing for his arrival at PNC Field, as nearby residents […] → Read More
Organized walks on the D&H Rail Trail
UNION DALE, SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) — One group in Susquehanna County is putting their best foot forward by starting their week with a walk. “It’s to get people out but get them in the habit of getting out and learning different sections of the trail that they can walk,” said Cindy Klank, the program manager of […] → Read More
Local schools using yoga to reduce student’s anxiety and stress
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) — This year, a focus on mental health and reducing anxiety for students is key with increased stress due to the pandemic. Due to the added stress of the pandemic some schools in our area are implementing yoga and mindfulness. “When you know the benefits of yoga, and the benefits of […] → Read More
Severe weather potential: Tornado Watch issued
EYEWITNESS WEATHER CENTER (WBRE/WYOU-TV) We are monitoring the severe weather potential in our area this Thursday. → Read More
Luzerne County District Judge Dan O’Donnell found not guilty of harassment charge
BUTLER TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) Luzerne County District Judge Dan O’Donnell was found not guilty on a harassment charge. He was accused of shoving an 81-year-old man in June of 2019 inside a home in Butler Township. → Read More
Pocono Arts Council hosts show for artists to share their work
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) The Pocono Arts Council is having their first show since January. They were working from home for months and decided to hold a show dedicated to the “pandemic pause”—giving the artists a space to share their most present works and a space to potentially sell their work as well. Summer months […] → Read More
Local school district unveils lunch plan
NEW MILFORD TOWNSHIP, SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) — As school districts finalize back to school plans, they are also faced with determining how to supply meals for students that need them if classes are held online. At Blue Ridge School District, students will go to class using a hybrid model starting August 31. Some days, students […] → Read More
Food vendors socially distance in Jessup
JESSUP, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) Dozens involved with amusements locally have made little income this year due to COVID-19. Today they’re gathering in Jessup, in hopes of increasing that revenue. Starting in march, SwikaS Amusements had to cancel most of the fairs and carnivals they had planned. Typically they provide food and rides for 30 events. […] → Read More
Drive-in arena concert to benefit local non-profits
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) – If you’ve been missing live music, there is a solution coming to Wilkes-Barre Township this week. It’s a site that many have not seen in months: live music. Many local musicians are coming together for a drive in concert. “Concerts are like cheeseburgers. Everyone loves them and they’re never going […] → Read More
Susquehanna and Lackawanna Counties go green
SUSQUEHANNA AND LACKAWANNA COUNTIES (WBRE/WYOU-TV) For residents in Lackawanna and Susquehanna Counties, entering the ‘green phase’ Friday has been a long-awaited milestone. Friday morning people in Lackawanna and Susquehanna Counties are waking up in the green phase. There were already people back in the gym thrilled to be one step closer to normal. “Exciting! I […] → Read More
Search for missing kayaker continues into second day
MONTOUR TOWNSHIP, COLUMBIA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) Divers are back on the water Thursday searching for a missing kayaker in Montour Township. There are crews from multiple counties at the scene. That rescue mission has now changed to a recovery mission as they continue to search for the missing 27-year-old man from Mount Carmel. Crews were called […] → Read More
Susquehanna County businesses get ready to go ‘green’
HALLSTEAD, SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU-TV) On Friday, Susquehanna and Lackawanna Counties go ‘green’ after weeks of being in the yellow phase. It has been months since customers have been able to eat inside at Sunrise Cafe in Hallstead, but on Friday, that will all change. John Kelleher, from Hallstead, says, “This has been a long time […] → Read More
Amusement industry faces trouble amidst COVID-19 pandemic
The pandemic has taken a huge toll on businesses across the state, including the local amusement industry. → Read More
Hair salons reopen in Bradford County
TOWANDA, BRADFORD COUNTY (WBRE/YOU-TV) — Some counties in our area have now entered the green phase of re-opening including Bradford county where hair salons can go back to business. Even a temporary power outage didn’t stop the Stylin’ Station from opening their doors Friday. Eyewitness News spoke to all who are thrilled to have salons […] → Read More
Hair salons, restaurants reopen in Bradford County
Some counties in our area have now entered the green phase of re-opening including Bradford County where hair salons can go back to business. → Read More
Local libraries finding unique ways to keep people reading during pandemic
Susquehanna County has been in the yellow phase of re-opening for nearly a week. → Read More
Circle Drive-In reopens
A local flea market opened Sunday in Lackawanna County despite still in the red phase. → Read More
A different kind of prom
Some students at an Indiana high school enjoyed their prom in a very different way. → Read More
Officials urge boaters to take precautions amid coronavirus pandemic
OVERFIELD TOWNSHIP, WYOMING COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) – Memorial day weekend is just days away and for many, that means the start of boating season. But the coronavirus pandemic has caused some changes this year. We spoke to boaters about some of those changes they’re dealing with during the pandemic. This week is National boat safety week […] → Read More