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Ransom Twp. supervisors hear plans for solar farm
Ransom Twp. officials formally heard plans for a solar farm that has concerned residents. Pivot Energy is seeking a conditional use permit to build 6,550 solar modules on 18 acres of a 200-acre parcel, a former quarry, at Ransom and Lower Narrows… more
24 students honored in Scholastic Superstars program
The Times-Tribune recognized 24 graduating high school seniors for their outstanding work in the classroom and community during its Scholastic Superstars program on Monday evening at Lackawanna College in Scranton. It has been a Times-Tribune… more
Olyphant to vote on grant, updated land development for industrial park
Olyphant Borough Council will vote Tuesday to apply for a $250,000 infrastructure grant and consider an amended land development agreement for a sprawling industrial park project off Marshwood Road. Council will vote on the motions regarding the… more
Bucktown Market brings new business opportunity to Dunmore
DUNMORE — Bucktown Market — a new marketplace selling everything from swords to cleaning products, and trains to Harley-Davidson parts — presents a new opportunity for local vendors. “Everything is different,” co-owner Joseph Fernandes said. ” After… more
Rite Aid files for bankruptcy protection again as it seeks to sell most assets
Rite Aid is again seeking bankruptcy protection as the struggling drugstore chain looks to sell substantially all of its assets.
Wanted Carbondale woman gives cops false name
A wanted Carbondale woman faces charges after giving officers a false name Saturday night in the city, police said. Officers responded to the Dollar General on Westside Drive around 8:07 p.m. for the report of a suspected wanted female sitting in a… more
Jury: Miles guilty of first-degree murder in North Scranton homicide
Shelton Miles was found guilty of first-degree murder by a jury on Monday afternoon. A jury of six men and six women began deliberations around 1 p.m. Monday in the Miles’ homicide trial.
Lackawanna County Court Notes, May 6, 2025
MARRIAGE LICENSE Kristen Ashley Davis and Robert Paul Pfleckl Jr., both of Scranton. PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS Patrick Jr. and Elisha Nolan, La Plume Twp., to Robin and Merle Jan Sophia Winkle, Wilkes-Barre; a property at 2029 W. La Plume Road, La Plume… more
Police: Scranton man exposed himself to neighbor, urinated in dog’s food
A Scranton man faces charges after exposing himself to a female neighbor and urinating in her dog’s food, police said. When officers responded to the 1400 block of Lafayette Street on Saturday around 5:18 p.m., the victim told police her upstairs… more
Clipboard, May 6, 2025
Dalton Rummage sale: Dalton United Methodist Church rummage sale drop-off days, Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and sale days, Friday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon (bag sale). Lackawanna County Herb sale/workshop: Herb workshop… more
County Clerk of Judicial Records Mauri Kelly to retire in September
Lackawanna County Clerk of Judicial Records Mauri Kelly will resign from office and retire from county government Sept. 2, creating a vacancy in the county row office she’s held for nearly a decade. Kelly, elected clerk of judicial records in 2015,… more
Abington Heights Civic League volunteers at ice festival
Members of Abington Heights Civic League volunteered at the Gathering Place during the Clarks Summit Festival of Ice. Members helped to sell food and make crafts with children. From left: Maria Fanning and Nancy Hanahue.
Throop approves renewable natural gas plant expansion at landfill
Throop conditionally approved an expansion for a renewable natural gas plant at the Keystone Sanitary Landfill, establishing seven conditions intended to safeguard the community. Borough council recently held a special meeting to consider a… more
AFP Northeastern Pa. Chapter honors Leslie Minicozzi Galacci
Leslie Minicozzi Galacci was honored at the AFP of Northeastern Pennsylvania Chapter’s luncheon and received the 2024 Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser Award for National Philanthropy Day. She was nominated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of NEPA for… more
Abington Heights Mock Trial team comes up short in state competition
The Abington Heights mock trial team didn’t win the statewide mock trial competition this year but the team’s leaders say they are proud of the work the members put in this year. The team competed in the state finals in late March at the Dauphin… more
Dr. Jim Zogby: U.S. Policy Toward the Middle East: Lebanon, Palestine & Beyond
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, held an event featuring Dr. Jim Zogby, President of the Arab American Institute on “U.S. Policy toward the Middle East: Lebanon, Palestine, and beyond.” This program… moreBeyond the Byline: Cool cars, the beach and a happy birthday!
WILKES-BARRE — Warmer weather signals the return of a lot of things, like festivals, bazaars, outside dining, tops down on convertibles and car shows.
Police: Man arrested after breaking into Scranton buildings
SCRANTON — A homeless man faces charges following a pair of break-ins in the city’s South Side, Scranton police announced in a media release. Following a joint investigation of the Scranton Police Property Crimes Unit and Patrol Division,… more
Lackawanna County man charged following home invasion, assault
A Madison Twp. man faces charges related to a home invasion in Wayne County, state police said. Troopers responded to a residence in Lehigh Twp. Wednesday around 12:49 a.m. for the report of a home invasion and assault, police said. While traveling… more
School board past colors Scranton Democratic mayoral primary election
SCRANTON — The race for city mayor has raised issues of transparency, fairness and residency. Incumbent Democratic Mayor Paige Gebhardt Cognetti faces in the May 20 primary Scranton Democratic Party Chairman Bob Sheridan. Two Republicans, Patricia “… more
Veterans news, May 4, 2025
Post 665 scholarships available Dickson City American Legion Post 665 will offer scholarships to high school seniors in the Midvalley. Children and grandchildren of regular members of Post 665 are also eligible. Contact Commander John Toole at 570-… more
Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania tees up 25th annual golf tournament
On May 19, the Arc of NEPA is sponsoring a golf tournament at Glen Oak Country Club in Clarks Summit. The day will feature a captain and crew format. The shotgun start is at noon with registration beginning at 11 a.m. There will be contests and… more
The Force is with the Lightsaber Club in Scranton
Among Star Wars fans, May 4 is an observance of their fandom, thanks to a pun that turns “May the forth” into the Jedi blessing “May the Force be with you.” The classic catchphrase is the ritual ending of Lightsaber Club classes at the Academy of… more