Schemel Forum and the Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library Collaborative Program: present a documentary screening, panel discussion and Q&A led by George J. Aulisio, Ph.D., dean… moreNews
Schemel Forum Presents: “Umberto Eco: A Library of the World and Panel Discussion”
Schemel Forum and the Friends of the Weinberg Memorial Library Collaborative Program: present a documentary screening, panel discussion and Q&A led by George J. Aulisio, Ph.D., dean… moreSchemel Forum Presents: “My Russia: What I Saw in the Kremlin,” by Jill Dougherty
Jill Dougherty, Russia expert, former CNN Moscow Bureau Chief, and adjunct professor at Georgetown University’s Center for Eurasian, Russian, and East European Studies discusses “My Russia:… moreSchemel Forum Presents: "Values and Choices in Art Restoration," by Steven D. Hales, Ph.D.
Steven D. Hales, Ph.D., professor of philosophy, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, presents “Values and Choices in Art Restoration.”
Schemel Forum Presents: "Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine: Humanitarian Responses and Challenges"
With a decades-long career in government and nonprofit service, Richard Greene, former Senior Advisor and Counselor to the UNICEF Executive Director, most recently worked to support UNICEF's… moreSchemel Forum Presents: “How Dogs Save Our Lives,” by Cynthia M. Otto, DVM, Ph.D.
The seminar was presented by Cynthia M. Otto, DVM, Ph.D., director, Penn Vet Working Dog Center and professor of Working Dog Sciences and Sports Medicine, University of Pennsylvania.
During… moreNEPA Philharmonic speaker at Rotary meeting
At a recent meeting of the Rotary Club of the Abingtons, member Char Short introduced her daughter, Samantha Maloney, a board member of the NEPA Philharmonic, and guest speaker, Chason Goldschmidt, director of the Philharmonic. As director he will… more
Lakeland Junior/Senior High School student competes in Texas
Seventh grader Tyler Lovend competed in the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest recently in Texas. As a member of the DIM Fiefelman Cookers, Tyler claimed second place overall in the Junior Cook-off, competing… more
Idaho judge rejects Bryan Kohberger request to delay trial in Idaho college student killings
An Idaho judge says he won’t postpone the quadruple murder trial of Bryan Kohberger in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students.
Changes ahead for Scranton parking system
SCRANTON — Nine years ago, a lease of parking garages and street-metered spaces to an outside operator helped bail the city out of a financial bind. But the parking system took its own financial beating during the COVID-19 pandemic and has not fully… more
Luzerne County goes to court to recover funds from Keystone Mission
Luzerne County is planning to file a lawsuit against Keystone Mission to recover federal American Rescue Plan Act funds.
Wellness fair takes over Courthouse Square
A free wellness fair Thursday at Lackawanna County Courthouse Square in Scranton gave local people a chance to check up on their own health. A range of health care organizations offered on-site medical and dental consultations, screenings and… more
Lackawanna County Court Notes, June 27, 2025
PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS Jay W. and Kerry Jean Smith, Falls Twp., to Nicholas and Eva Senofonte, Dunmore; two parcels at 214 Gravel Pond Road, South Abington Twp., for $250,000. Mag Realty LLC, Old Forge, to S Walsh Properties LLC, Scranton; a property… more
Officials break ground on $8M ambulance headquarters in Pittston
Right now, it’s a small pile of dirt. In the future, it will be an $8 million state-of-the-art headquarters for the Greater Pittston Regional Ambulance service.
Woman sworn in to fill term of late grandfather on Dunmore School Board
Longtime Dunmore School Board member Michael Butler decided earlier this year that after 37 years on the board, he wouldn’t seek another term. But when the 71-year old died last month, there was still six months left on his current term. His… more
Police: Scranton man threatens to shoot Walgreens clerk
A Scranton man threatened to shoot a store clerk who he thought was laughing at him, according to a criminal complaint. Daniel Samuel Hayes, 35, of 916 S. Main Ave., is charged with making terroristic threats, harassment and disorderly conduct.… more
New $3.6 Million Weston Field Pool Complex Completed in Scranton
SCRANTON, PA. – A major addition to the City of Scranton’s outdoor pool facilities was celebrated Wed., June 25, as Mayor Paige G. Cognetti cut the ribbon at the brand-new …
Art exhibit in Montrose closes after Monday
A soldier sent to guard Susquehanna County during World War II fell in love with the place and later incorporated it into his work as a professional artist. Monday is the last day to see and purchase several of his drawings at the Susquehanna County… more
Gaughan, county ask state Supreme Court to consider vacancy-case appeal
Democratic Lackawanna County Commissioner Bill Gaughan and the county are asking the state Supreme Court to consider their appeal of a May county court ruling that the county’s Home Rule Charter controls the process of filling former Democratic… more
College graduates June 26, 2025
SUMMER SEMESTER UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS Allison Langbein, Dingmans Ferry, Bachelor of Arts, English. FALL SEMESTER IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY Luke Boniello, Scranton, Master of Education, education. NAZARETH UNIVERSITY Autumn Walzer, Shohola… more
130 years and counting: Holt Lumber a ‘staple’ in Carbondale
CARBONDALE — Tom Wiggins grew up around Holt Lumber and decades later continues to oversee the operation. A fourth-generation owner, Wiggins, 56, began helping out around the Belmont Street store in sixth grade and gradually became more ingrained in… more
Scranton First Friday event postponed one week
Scranton First Friday is postponing its monthly art walk until July 11, to avoid a conflict with the Independence Day holiday. The First Friday website is firstfridayscranton.com.
Police: Scranton man broke into Taylor auto business
A Scranton man faces charges after police said he broke into a Taylor business and removed a backpack from a vehicle being seized following a traffic stop. On Friday, Officer Matt McDonald was informed of an incident that occurred on the 600 block… more
Scranton police officer assists with birth of baby
Scranton police Officer Lindsey Dippre was on routine patrol in West Side at about 5:30 p.m. on Friday when the report came through — there was a woman in labor, alone, with the next-door neighbor trying to get inside her home to assist. “I was… more
Party on the Patio postponed
Thursday’s Party on the Patio performance is postponed because of expected inclement weather. The Bon Jovi tribute band, Jay Bon Jovi, will now play at Mohegan Pennsylvania on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 6 for the show at the Plains Twp.… more