Tag: Scranton

Scranton Rotary Club continues support for Ukraine

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — War wages on between Russia and Ukraine. It’s been more than two years since Russia’s full-scale invasion with thousands of people killed. A Lackawanna service organization is driving efforts to continue support for the Ukrainian people and soldiers in battle. The Rotary Club of Scranton presented a check to St. […]

Celebrating National Beer Day with Voodoo Brewing in Scranton

Apr. 7—SCRANTON — Happy National Beer Day! In honor of the holiday, The Weekender stopped by Voodoo Brewing to taste their diverse menu. They’ve got a brew for every personality along with plenty of delicious food in an edgy, mod environment based off a European beer hall that encourages you to enjoy yourself and stay […]

Observing Holy Thursday in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — On Thursday, Christians throughout northeastern and central Pennsylvania, and around the world, observed Holy Thursday. Hundreds gathered in Lackawanna County as Bishop Bambera held Holy Thursday Mass at Saint Peters Cathedral in Scranton. Holy Thursday signifies the day Christians believe Jesus shared in the last supper with his disciples, before […]

Dozens walk in solidarity in Scranton for those in Gaza

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Christians from a Lackawanna County college made a global movement Sunday, walking in prayer and solidarity for those in Gaza. The walk is part of a worldwide Ceasefire Pilgrimage. Dozens earlier Sunday walked through the Electric City chanting and waving flags, raising awareness and promoting peace in the Middle East. […]

Annual UNICO charity gala kicked off in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Show tunes, ball gowns, and what you can only assume to be the best pasta dinner in town. The UNICO Scranton Chapter held its annual charity ball at the Radisson Hotel. The theme at this year’s gala was “A Night in Broadway” with musical-inspired decorations that made the event feel […]

Leaping to raise money for Scranton Officer

PITTSTON, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Fundraisers all over northeast Pennsylvania continue for Officer Gilmartin. On Thursday, the trampoline park, Skyzone in Pittston, joined in on the effort. 20% of all proceeds made between 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. will be donated to the Scranton Police. The General Manager of the park says that not only […]

Latest details released on Scranton shooting

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — New details were released Friday night in the still very active shooting investigation in Lackawanna County that left a Scranton detective in critical condition, suspect custody, and police on the search for other possible suspects. We found out the identity of the officer who was shot and who is now […]

Police investigate shots fired in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Scranton Police are investigating several reports of shots fired in Lackawanna County early Monday morning. According to law enforcement, officers surrounded a home on Adams Avenue in Scranton after reports of fired gunshots. Suspect identified in state trooper stabbing Police say luckily no one was struck by the discharged bullets […]

Backyard Ale House serves free breakfast in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Many enjoyed a free Christmas Dinner Monday in Lackawanna County, and others, a free breakfast. The Backyard Ale House in Scranton provided donuts, coffee, and other early Christmas Day treats. The free breakfast serves hundreds of people on Christmas Day and they had the option to take something home for […]