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Two charged with stealing appliances from Wilkes-Barre Township business
WILKES-BARRE TWP. — Two men from New York City were apprehended by Wilkes-Barre Township police burglarizing a business and stealing appliances early Monday morning.
2025 IN REVIEW: Many businesses open, some close in Wilkes-Barre
During the first 11 months of 2025, total downtown foot traffic in Wilkes-Barre was up by 2.1% compared to the same period in 2024, and up by 6.5% compared to the same period in 2022, according to Diamond City Partnership Executive Director Larry Newman.
Pens Points: Off to Philly
Here are your Pens Points for this Monday morning… The Pittsburgh Penguins assigned forwards Tristan Broz and Danton Heinen to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on Sunday. [Trib Live] Before his reassignment, rookie forward Tristan Broz made his NHL debut last week against the Buffalo Sabres. Picked in the second round of the 2021 NHL Draft, Broz’s […]
CU-Lock Haven undergraduate’s research bridges gap between student science and large-scale conservation
LOCK HAVEN — In a lab where streams run indoors and ecosystems are built by hand, Emily Gonzalez, of Wilkes-Barre, is doing more than collecting data. She’s helping answer questions that could shape the future of Pennsylvania’s waterways — and directly support large-scale restoration efforts already underway in the West Branch of the Susquehanna River. […]
RailRiders fall two games behind in loss to Red Wings
ROCHESTER, NEW YORK (WBRE/WYOU) — The RailRiders lose Sunday’s game against the Red Wings 6-4, falling two games behind Rochester entering the final week of the regular season. Early on, Oswaldo Cabrera was a majority of Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s offense. Early in the second inning, Cabrera hit his 18th homerun to take a 2-1 lead. During his […]
Penn State Wilkes-Barre hosts 2026 Northeast Regional Science Olympiad
The Northeast Regional Science Olympiad returned to Penn State Wilkes-Barre recently, drawing hundreds of middle and high school students to the campus for the annual science competition.
Turning mental health struggles into support for others
WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and reminding people that help is available. Across North…
PHOTO GALLERY: Downtown Wilkes-Barre Business Association’s 16th annual Easter Egg Hunt
WILKES-BARRE — Hundreds of children searched for candy-filled eggs Saturday at Wilkes-Barre Public Square for the Downtown Wilkes-Barre Business Association’s 16th annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Bunny arrived on a Wilkes-Barre City Fire Department fire truck to lead festivities and take photos. The event also included a Bunny Trail, where surrounding businesses hosted additional children’s activities and giveaways.
Yankees Announce Roster Move Ahead of Cody Bellinger’s Return
The New York Yankees announced a roster move after their 4-3 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on August 22. Utilityman Max Schuemann has been optioned to Triple-A Scranton Wilkes-Barre. Following today’s game, the Yankees optioned INF/OF Max Schuemann to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. — New York Yankees (@Yankees) August 22, 2026 Schuemann’s demotion paves the way […] The post Yankees Announce Roster Move Ahead of Cody Bellinger’s Return appeared first on HEAVY.
Tenor Health's acquisition of Moses Taylor, Regional and Wilkes-Barre General hospitals gets OK by state, foundation executive says
PENGUINS HOST MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS NIGHT ON SATURDAY
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins will host Mental Health Awareness Night this Saturday, Jan. 17 at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza.
Luzerne County Arts & Entertainment Hall of Fame announces Class of 2026
WILKES-BARRE — The Luzerne County Arts & Entertainment Hall of Fame announced its Class of 2026.
Yankees’ Option Reliever Bradley Hanner To Triple A
As a corresponding move to the Yankees activating Elmer Rodriguez ahead of tonight’s game, in which he will be the starting pitcher, the Yankees have optioned right-handed relief pitcher Bradley Hanner back to Triple-A Scranton Wilkes-Barre, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post.Hanner is 29 years old, listed at 6’4 210 lbs. The journeyman […] The post Yankees’ Option Reliever Bradley Hanner To Triple A appeared first on HEAVY.
‘Skyrocketing’ diesel prices impacting area businesses
The average price of diesel fuel in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre/Hazleton market rose to $6.52 as of Thursday — up about $2.50 from last year and nearing the record high of $6.62 set in May 2022.
Big series for RailRiders’ Fernández earns him weekly award
Outfielders Fernández and Corona contributing at key moments for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
‘80s legends and Grammy-nominated artists join America 250 celebrations in Pa.
Pennsylvania's free America's 250th birthday celebration expands its lineup with Grammy-nominated artists across Hershey, Wilkes-Barre, and Pittsburgh venues
Spring & Summer Entertainment Lineup at the F.M. Kirby Center | Live Music & Theater
From John Legend and Grand Funk Railroad to the return of the Classic Film Series and the 8th Annual Kirby Fest, the F.M. Kirby Center is bringing can’t-miss entertainment to Wilkes-Barre.
Yankees Outfielder Hits Injured List; Jasson Domínguez Gets the Call
The New York Yankees announced a significant roster move on Saturday afternoon, sending center fielder Trent Grisham to the 10-day injured list with a hamstring strain. To replace him, the Yankees recalled outfielder Jasson Domínguez from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Since going down with a concussion in May, Domínguez's OPS in the minors has dropped 77 points, …
Bellinger 1-for-3 in first rehab assignment
MOOSIC, PA(WBRE/WYOU)– 2026 All-Star Game MVP Cody Bellinger finished the night 1-for-3 from the plate in his first rehab assignment with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders. The New York Yankees outfielder played DH, hitting second in the SWB lineup. Bellinger singled in the first inning to right field. He then later flied out in the bottom of […]
Pens Points: Opening night nears
Here are your Pens Points for this Monday morning… The Penguins assigned Bill Zonnon, Harrison Brunicke and Joel Blomqvist to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Sunday and placed Blake Lizotte, Ben Kindel, Justin Brazeau and Ryan Graves on injured reserve. Pittsburgh must make at least two more roster moves before Monday’s deadline to reach the 23-player limit. [PensBurgh] […]
Community Health Systems Completes Divestiture of Three Pennsylvania Hospitals to Tenor Health Foundation
FRANKLIN, Tenn., February 02, 2026--Community Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE: CYH) announced today that certain subsidiaries of the Company have completed the divestiture of 186-bed Regional Hospital of Scranton and 122-bed Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton, Pennsylvania, 369-bed Wilkes-Barre General Hospital in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and certain related businesses to affiliates of Tenor Health Foundation for $33 million of cash plus a $15 million promissory note from the buyer. Additional cash
Wilkes Weekly: Two wins and a dud
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins won their first two games last week before the rare blowout loss took them down a notch. Nick Hart at WBSPenguins with more: Wednesday, Dec. 10 – PENGUINS 3 at Hartford 0Sergei Murashov thwarted a first-period barrage from the Wolf Pack, earning to a 34-save shutout. Phil Tomasino and Avery Hayes scored on […]
Yankees’ pitcher booed after disastrous spot start
They had reason for hope as the 27-year-old right-hander had gone 5-0 with a 1.24 ERA at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in June
Kirby Center celebrating 40 years of entertainment, education, community impact
WILKES-BARRE — Joell Yarmel, executive director of the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, said this week that 40 years ago, a group of dreamers believed that live performance could transform a community.
Disney On Ice coming to Mohegan Arena next year
WILKES-BARRE TWP., LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new Disney On Ice production is skating into the Mohegan Arena in January 2027. Disney On Ice presents Spotlight Magic! Coming to the Mohegan Arena at...
Yankees call up George Lombard Jr.
BRONX, NEW YORK(WBRE/WYOU)— With the MLB Trade Deadline behind the organization, the New York Yankees made improvements to the big club Monday night, internally. The Yankees are calling up top prospect and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders shortstop George Lombard Jr. The Yanks #1 prospect started this season in Double-A Somerset. Lombard was called up to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in […]