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PHOTOS: PNC Field is classroom for the day
Wednesday was STEM School Day at the ballpark. The event at PNC Field in Moosic included pre-game activities and learning opportunities for local school children. The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders lost, 5-4, to the Worcester Red Sox. The teams… more
Lackawanna County’s bond rating lowered one notch, but outlook stable
Credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s lowered Lackawanna County’s bond rating by one notch, citing concerns that cash-flow pressures and budget strain are likely to continue despite the nearly 33% 2025 tax hike the county’s Democratic majority… more
U.S. Army Field Band to perform free concert at F.M. Kirby Center July 1
WILKES-BARRE — The U.S. Army Field Band will perform a free general admission concert at the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 1.
Scranton School Board president shares book about bravery, hope with kids
Ty Holmes previewed the children’s book he was writing based on the challenges of his childhood to kindergartners at John Adams Elementary School in December. He told them he would be back to read it to them. He kept his promise. The Scranton School… more
Former Commissioner Domenick alleges sex-based discrimination, retaliation
Former Lackawanna County Commissioner Debi Domenick accuses the county and its Court of Common Pleas of sex discrimination related to her continued classification as a 1099 contractor without benefits in her current position with the county court.
Earth Conservancy secures $6.7M grant for land reclamation and park development
HANOVER TWP. — A former strip mine once used for debris disposal from Hurricane Agnes in 1972 will be transformed into a vibrant community park, thanks to a $6.7 million grant from the PA Department of Environmental Protection, Terry Ostrowski,… more
Adam Paranich, Abington Heights High School
Adam Paranich, Abington Heights High School Q: What accomplishments are you most proud of and why? A: I am proud of my website, electoralcartography.com, and the over 100 redistricting maps I created and posted on it. Q: What were your most… more
NEPA Health Care Foundation awards grantees
The Northeastern Pennsylvania Health Care Foundation, in collaboration with AllOne Foundation and Charities and the Moses Taylor Foundation, gathered to award over $1.1 million to the recipients of the 2024 Employee Assistance Grant Program. Funds… more
Clipboard, May 28, 2025
Lackawanna County PEP rally: Catherine McAuley Center PEP Rally for Menstrual Health Awareness Day, Wednesday, 3-5 p.m., Catherine McAuley Center, 430 Pittston Ave., Scranton, includes a product giveaway, snacks and refreshments, educational… more
Lackawanna County Court Notes, May 28, 2025
MARRIAGE LICENSES Catherine Ann McDonnell and Jordan Ross Rowe, both of Nashville, Tenn. Emma Judith Quintana Morales and Janeuris Yoel Rodriguez Paulino, both of Scranton. Randy Alonzo-Fana and Katherine Santelises-Ramirez, both of Scranton. Brian… more
Police: Man kicks in door, punches ex-girlfriend
SCRANTON — A man punched his ex-girlfriend in the face after kicking in the door of her home, Scranton police charge. Wilson Jose Torres, 37, listed as homeless in court papers, is accused of assault and burglary. According to the criminal complaint… more
Late Dickson City councilman remembered for dedication, vision for town
Mike Fedorka had a vision for Dickson City and spent more than 20 years fostering new development and improving a town he cared about deeply. Whether it was working with health care institutions on projects worth tens of millions of dollars or… more
Scranton City Council Public Hearing 5-27-25
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Scranton City Hall, Council Chambers 2nd Floor
340 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
Phone: (570) 348-4100
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Gerald Smurl,… moreScranton City Council Public Meeting 5-27-25
Scranton City Council Public Meeting
Scranton City Hall, Council Chambers 2nd Floor
340 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
Phone: (570) 348-4100
SCRANTON CITY COUNCIL
Gerald Smurl,… moreScranton man charged with selling cocaine to confidential informant
A Scranton man who told investigators he supplies most of the city with crack cocaine sold the drug to a confidential informant, state police charge. Burt L. Wright, 55, of 1010 Summit Pointe, faces two felony counts of delivery of crack cocaine.… more
Scranton lawsuit claims house with 10 or more mastiffs is public nuisance
A Lackawanna County Court judge on Tuesday heard Scranton’s injunction lawsuit claiming a resident having 10 or more Cane Corso breed of mastiff guard dogs at once at his home constitutes a public nuisance and his kennel business violates the… more
NAMI urges community members to share stories of mental health struggles
The local chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness doesn’t feel a month is enough for those dealing with conditions like anxiety and depression to share their stories and seek healing. As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, officials… more
Officials remind drivers to put down the phone; Paul Miller’s Law to take effect June 5
WILKES-BARRE — Paul Miller’s Law is about saving lives, PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll said on Tuesday.
Roadwork to restrict lanes on Interstates 81, 84
Survey work on Interstates 81 north and 84 will restrict lanes through June 3, according to the state Department of Transportation. Work is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Interstate 81 northbound from Exit 186 (Dunmore/Drinker Street) to… more
Lackawanna State Park pool complex open for summer
For the first time in four years, the William W. Scranton Pool Complex at Lackawanna State Park will be filled with the sounds of people swimming and splashing. The swimming pool and splash pad at the park in North Abington Twp. opened to the public… more
Scranton Police Summer Camp
The Scranton Police Department’s annual summer camp for children going from sixth grade into seventh grade will be held July 28th through August 8th. The camp will be Monday through …