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Mine reclamation to begin soon for Archbald, Mayfield warehouses
Work is about to begin to reclaim nearly 90 acres of mine-scarred land above the Casey Highway, clearing the way for 1.4 million square feet of warehouses in Archbald and Mayfield. Mayfield signed a contract with Kriger Construction on July 7 to… more
TV show ‘And Just Like That’ draws unwitting attention to Scranton business
And just like that, a prominent, although fictional, New Yorker left the city and came to Scranton to buy just the right thing. Shopping is an obsession on HBO Max’s “And Just Like That … ” and its predecessor, “Sex and the City.” Series creator… more
Blackstone, PPL announce joint venture for data centers in NEPA
PPL Corporation and Blackstone have agreed to a joint venture to build data centers and the generation plants needed to power them in Pennsylvania, which could bring thousands of new jobs to the region.
‘Horrific’ case: Man allegedly had 150K files of child sex abuse material
Authorities charged a Scranton man with 5,000 felony counts involving possession of over 150,000 files of child sexual abuse material, including 200 in a digital picture frame next to his bed. Paul Sybrandy, 44, of 514 Cedar Ave., Apt. 9, was… more
Novena means peace, reflection, hope to attendees
SCRANTON – West Scranton resident Chris Patchoski grew up attending the Solemn Novena to St. Ann but serving in the armed forces, he sees it in a different way. Patchoski, his wife Alicia Patchoski and their daughter Charlotte, 7, were among throngs… more
Lackawanna County Court Notes, July 18, 2025
MARRIAGE LICENSES Anna Margaret Altmiller and John Giovanni Jared Mecca, both of Olyphant. Emily Paige King and Eric Robert Topa, both of Old Forge. Aleksandr Gerzon and Veronika Polbina, both of Clifton Twp. Theresa Ellen Webber and Travis Joseph… more
Christmas in July sales unite Green Ridge businesses in Scranton
SCRANTON — A group of Green Ridge business owners will bring a bit of holiday cheer to the corners amid the dog days of summer on Saturday. The Green Ridge Business Association hosts several events throughout the year — including the ninth annual… more
Public explores new Lackawanna County Bookmobile
The public had a chance to tour the new Lackawanna County Library System bookmobile Thursday at the North Pocono Public Library. Visitors had a chance to explore the vehicle’s features, browse the collection and learn about its services. The new 32-… more
Inside JD Vance’s surprise visit to Pittston diner. See what he ordered.
Majestic Lunch in Pittston served up a meal fit for a vice president on Wednesday when JD Vance popped in for a surprise visit after his speech across the river in West Pittston.
Grant helps deliver dental care to NEPA
An AllOne Charities grant will help the Wright Center for Community Health deliver dental services and oral health education aboard its mobile Driving Better Health to children enrolled in Head Start. Participating in the ceremonial check… more
Weatherly couple charged with defrauding 93-year-old woman out of $1M
The United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Christen Lee Cosgrove, 40, and Brian Cosgrove, 37, both of Weatherly, were indicted by a federal grand jury on conspiracy, bank fraud, wire fraud and money… more
Controversial data center proposal in Lackawanna County sparks environmental concerns
COVINGTON TOWNSHIP, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A major development proposal is stirring controversy in parts of Lackawanna County. A data center project spanning hundreds of acres could bring industrial towers and massive water demands to Covington and… more
Carbondale reclaims 126-year-old fountain to refurbish, someday display
A 126-year-old fountain that once provided water for animals in downtown Carbondale is back in the city after a century, though officials are looking for a missing piece to complete the granite relic. Carbondale took possession of the large fountain… more
Dunmore gives American Legion land for new South Blakely Street HQ
Dunmore’s American Legion honored its late, longtime commander by renaming itself after him in November, and now, the Legion will build a new headquarters on borough-owned land to coincide with its new identity.
Clipboard, July 18, 2025
Clarks Summit Flea market: Clarks Summit United Methodist Church annual flea market, Aug. 2, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; spaces are available inside for $35 and outside for $30. Parking for vehicles is $2 per car load as a suggested donation. Food will be… more
Front license plates in Pennsylvania? Why one state senator wants to require them
Pennsylvania could soon join the ranks of "front-plater" states like New York and New Jersey under one state senator's proposal.
Annual Car Show and Chicken BBQ at St. Ann Basilica Parish
The St. Ann Basilica Parish at 1250 St. Ann’s St., Scranton, will hold its 10th annual Car Show and Chicken BBQ on the grounds of the basilica on Sunday, Aug. 4, from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. All vehicles are welcome with preregistration at $10, and $15 on the… more
St. Joseph’s Center Summer Festival
The annual St. Joseph’s Center Summer Festival will be held at Marywood University on Friday, July 25, from 4-10 p.m.; Saturday, July 26, from 4-10 p.m.; and Sunday, July 27, from noon-7 p.m. WNEP will host the annual telethon on July 25 and July 26… more
Scranton council’s passing of parking refinancing plan avoids default
No parking default this time. Scranton City Council on Tuesday approved legislation to help the outside operators of the city parking system of garages and street-metered spaces restructure their debt and avoid a default. A default by the outside… more
JD Vance in West Pittston: One Big Beautiful Bill will get manufacturing ‘roaring back’
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is "going to bring Pennsylvania roaring back and American manufacturing roaring back to life," Vice President JD Vance said Wednesday afternoon to supporters at Don's Machine Shop.
Kolmar invests $60 million into new Scott Twp. facility
SCOTT TWP. — A manufacturer of beauty, skin-care and personal-care products underscored its commitment to Lackawanna County through a new $60 million, 200,000-square-foot facility in the Scott Technology Park. Kolmar’s second campus within the park… more
‘This is a real onslaught’
Residents at a meeting on Tuesday reacted to plans for a data center, a plastics-to-oil plant and a high-voltage line — all of which have been proposed since March.
Improved traffic, amenities highlight plan for Montage Mountain’s future
SCRANTON — Consultants briefed Lackawanna County commissioners Wednesday on a comprehensive Montage Mountain economic development study that recommends improving transportation infrastructure and traffic circulation, expanding retail and tourism… more