Over the next two weeks, hundreds of incoming University of Scranton first-year students will begin their college careers, arriving on campus for New Student Orientation.
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What to Expect at Orientation? Student Leaders Share Five Must-Know Tips
Over the next two weeks, hundreds of incoming University of Scranton first-year students will begin their college careers, arriving on campus for New Student Orientation.
Wyoming Area grad Pizano picked for WWE development program
EXETER – He’s known as The Undertaker. It’s a name synonymous with the World Wrestling Entertainment universe. For some, he’s known as one of the greatest to ever enter the squared circle with the most famous undefeated streaks in Wrestlemania… more
Lackawanna County Prison warden delays retirement
Lackawanna County Prison Warden Tim Betti will delay his retirement and remain in the prison’s top post for at least the next 18 months or so, he confirmed Wednesday. Betti, who replaced five-year Warden Robert McMillan in that role when he was… more
Flood authority director: Restraint devices expected at ICE office in Forty Fort
While officials with the Luzerne County Flood Protection Authority have insisted that the planned U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement offices at the authority headquarters wouldn't have a holding cell or be used for overnight detention, it… more
Musical “Oliver!” in Wilkes-Barre
The musical “Oliver!” begins Friday at Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre. Based on Charles Dickens’ novel “Oliver Twist,” the musical is known for songs such as “Consider Yourself” and “I’d Do Anything.” It continues Saturday and Sunday, and also the… more
Pennsylvania American Water to replace 37-year-old tank in Roaring Brook
Pennsylvania American Water is replacing a 37-year-old water tank in the Olwen Heights Development in Roaring Brook Township. Improper maintenance of the tank, which was built in 1988 before PAW ownership, shortened its lifespan, the company said. “… more
County again seeks grant to extend North Pocono Trail
SCRANTON — Lackawanna County reapplied for $250,000 in state funding to extend its North Pocono Trail toward the Elmhurst Reservoir after failing to secure grant funds for the extension last year. Commissioners Bill Gaughan and Chris Chermak… more
Leaks delay opening of McDade Park pool, 2025 season uncertain
Lackawanna County will delay opening the swimming pool at McDade Park, citing newly discovered leaks at the pool that reopened in 2023 following a yearslong hiatus and substantial renovations.
Lackawanna County Commissioners 6-18-25
June 18 2025 - Board of Commissioners County of Lackawanna
Lackawanna County Government Center
123 Wyoming Ave. Scranton, Pennsylvania. 18503
Commissioners' Conference Room
Board of… moreAmid financial straits, school board V.P. floats a merger for Wyoming Area
The vice president of the Board of Education announced at a committee meeting Tuesday that he wanted to explore merging Wyoming Area with a neighboring school district.
Chris Kelly Opinion: An encore for ‘Jimmy B. Goode’
The Hon. James P. “Jimmy” Connors was a consummate people pleaser. Personally, his indefatigable zeal to make friends and win over foes was his greatest strength. Politically, it was often his deepest weakness. The 28th Mayor of Scranton was a born… more
The Arc Angels on stage Thursday
Adults with disabilities are preparing to bring a unique performance to the stage at Lackawanna College (Peoples Security Bank Theater) on Thursday, with the Arc Angels show starting at 7 p.m. The Friends of the Arc Auxiliary has been raising… more
Scranton Tech class of 1975 50th reunion
The Scranton Technical High School class of 1975 50th reunion will be held July 19 from 5 to 10 p.m. at La Buona Vita, 200 Reilly St., Dunmore, featuring entertainment by EJ the DJ. The cost is $70 per person. For reservations, contact Ron Wassil at… more
Clipboard, June 18, 2025
Dalton Flea market: Dalton Fire Company Auxiliary flea market, June 28, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Dalton Carnival Grounds. Food will be available to purchase. Vendors needed; Jeanne, 570-862-7837, or MaryEllen, 570-430-7182. Downvalley Reunion meeting:… more
You can enjoy yoga in lots of different places, including outdoors
Find opportunities to do yoga beyond studios and gyms in Northeast Pennsylvania. Teachers offer yoga on rooftops, with wine, with art, with live music and with goats.
Lackawanna County Court Notes, June 18, 2025
MARRIAGE LICENSES Shawna Michelle Venice Mills and Will Rivera, both of Dunmore. Louis Tempesta and Kimberly Ann Borsdam, both of Blakely. Danielle Jean Eroh and Christopher Thomas Kollar, both of Easton. Lawrence Larzell Williams Jr., Scranton, and… more
Dunmore man accused of dragging woman with his vehicle after crash
SCRANTON — A Dunmore man drove away with a woman’s arm inside his vehicle after the woman got out of her car to speak to him about a minor crash at an intersection. Raymond Lukasik twice bumped a vehicle in front of him at a traffic light at… more
Dickson City to add paved trail, lighting, pavilion to Riverfront Park
Dickson City dog owners and their pups will have something new to wag about at Riverfront Park this summer. The borough has three new additions planned in the coming months for its dog park in the 800 block of Enterprise Street, borough Manager… more
Scranton City Council Public Meeting 6-17-25
Scranton City Council Public Meeting 6:30pm
Scranton City Hall, Council Chambers 2nd Floor
340 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
Phone: (570) 348-4100
SCRANTON CITY COUNCIL
Gerald Smurl… moreMost offices closed for Juneteenth holiday
Many government offices and services are closed Thursday in observance of Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S. Lackawanna County and Scranton offices are closed including the Lackawanna County Government Center, the… more
Pickup crashes into bank in Scranton
A pickup crashed into a bank in South Scranton on Tuesday morning. The vehicle hit the Penn East Federal Credit Union building in the 700 block of Davis Street, Assistant Fire Chief Bob Zoltewicz said. No one in the vehicle or bank was hurt,… more
Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark to open Wednesday
POCONO TWP. — Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark will open for the season Wednesday, Camelback Resort officials announced in a news release. Following a soft opening Wednesday at 11 a.m., a grand opening for the 27th season will be held Thursday through… more
Scranton firefighters get screened for esophageal cancer
SCRANTON — Diagnosed last June with esophageal cancer, Scranton Fire Department Lt. Kelly Hopkins died from disease in March at age 63. On Tuesday, Scranton firefighters, both active and retired, for the first time began taking advantage of… more