Nikki Krize

Scranton

Reporter at WNEP-TV (Moosic, PA)

I'm a news reporter at WNEP-16. I also watch too many true crime documentaries.

Articles

Lackawanna County Heritage Fair kicks off on Montage Mountain

2 days ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

SCRANTON, Pa. — The county fair season has officially started in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 2025 Lackawanna County Heritage Fair kicks off Thursday at 4pm. Admission is $15 per person and free for children under 32 inches. Your ticket includes unlimited rides, live entertainment and all-day access to Montage Mountain Waterpark. There are more than two dozen food vendors, more than 40 craft vendors, and nonprofits on hand, as well as fireworks on Friday night. Parking is free.
Wilkes-Barre set to groove with jazz festival this weekend

3 days ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Downtown Wilkes-Barre will be filled with the smooth sounds of jazz this weekend as the Cavalcade of Jazz takes over. The three-day festival kicks off at 5 p.m. this Friday at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts. The event features more than a dozen jazz acts, many of them free. Two headline performances are scheduled: Cindy Bradley on Friday and Endea Owens & The Cookout on Saturday.
Williamsport's baseball return: Crosscutters light up the field this Friday

4 days ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — It’s a big week for baseball in Billtown; the Williamsport Crosscutters are back! Opening day is Friday at Journey Bank Ballpark at Historic Bowman Field. Employees have been preparing behind the scenes for months, and fans are treated to nightly promotions. On opening night, the first 1,000 fans will receive a replica of the Crosscutters' 2024 Championship Ring. One lucky fan will win a genuine ring. On Saturday, there will be post-game fireworks.
Lakeland Orchard's Strawberry Festival celebrates sweet traditions through June 29th

5 days ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

SCOTT, Pa. — Strawberry season is upon us, and Lakeland Orchard is celebrating with its annual Strawberry Festival. The event starts this Thursday and features all things strawberry. There will be a variety of strawberry-related foods, including shortcake, slushies, donuts, and ice cream. The highlight of the event is the pick-your-own strawberry fields. The strawberry festival at Lakeland Orchard runs Thursdays through June 29th.
Ruth's Place to host 17th annual Walk for Hope to fund emergency shelter

1 week ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — More than two dozen beds line the floor of Ruth's Place in Wilkes Barre and they are all occupied. Ruth's Place is one of our area's only 24 hour emergency shelters. "We're here to serve women who are experiencing homelessness for any and all reasons. The women who use Ruth's Place come from all walks of life. We work with over 200 women a year," Volunteers of America Senior Director Crystal Kotlowski said.
NEPA Bluegrass Festival returns for its 18th year in Wyoming County

1 week ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

TUNKHANNOCK, Pa. — Friday musicians will fill Lazybrook Park near Tunkhannock with the sounds of bluegrass. The NEPA Bluegrass Festival starts tomorrow. There will be two stages with both traditional and progressive bluegrass. This is the 18th year for the event, which draws thousands of people. There are food and craft vendors as well as pickin jamming workshops and plenty of fun! Tickets are $45 for the day and $125 for a weekend pass.
West End Fireman's Festival opens May 29 with fun and fundraising

1 week ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

GILBERT, Pa. — Fair season is officially underway in Northeastern Pennsylvania! This weekend is the West End Fireman's Festival, which is a fundraiser that supports the Polk Township, Kunkletown, West end and Blue Ridge Hook & Ladder Fire Companies. All proceeds go to the four volunteer fire companies. There will be live music, rides, games, and food. One of the big attractions this year is the large display of tricky trays.
Rohrbach's Farm celebrates 70 years with a vibrant summer season

1 week ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

COLUMBIA COUNTY, Pa. — A farm in Columbia County is celebrating a big anniversary. Rohrbach's Farm marked 70 years over the weekend, and they are kicking off the season with a summer full of activities. Up first is strawberry season. Rohrbachs expects this season to be shorter than average because of the weather. But the strawberries are already growing and almost ready for people to pick! Rohrbachs Farm has a lot of summer activities for children including two agricultural camps.
Bagel Bar in Kingston honors vets with free bagels and coffee

1 week ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

KINGSTON, Pa. — Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the men and women who died while serving our country. A business in Luzerne County is paying tribute to all veterans today with a special treat. Bagel Bar in Kingston is running a special promotion today for veterans. All vets get a free bagel and coffee. The offer is available for all veterans, active duty, and retired. You just need to show your military ID.
Tanglwood Resorts celebrates veterans with concert benefiting Camp Freedom

2 weeks ago | wnep.com | Nikki Krize

PIKE COUNTY, Pa. — The Lodge at Tanglwood Resorts at Lake Wallenpaupack is decked out in red, white and blue in preparation for the 3rd annual "Salute to Veterans" concert on the lawn this Saturday. The event will go on rain or shine. There will be live music, food, craft vendors, raffles and a dunk tank. Some of the event organizers are veterans or have family members who are veterans and say this makes the event extra special to them. The event is free to veterans and $5 for everyone else.