2025 Republican Primary Interview for Scranton City Council
Marc Pane (R)
Hosted by :
Brian Snee, Ph.D.,
Associate Professor of Communication and Media
Bios for the candidates can be found… moreNews
Republican City Council 2025 Marc Pane
2025 Republican Primary Interview for Scranton City Council
Marc Pane (R)
Hosted by :
Brian Snee, Ph.D.,
Associate Professor of Communication and Media
Bios for the candidates can be found… moreDemocratic City Council 2025 Sean McAndrew
2025 Democratic Primary Interviews for Scranton City Council
Sean McAndrew (D)
Hosted by :
JoyAnna Hopper, Ph.D.,
Director of the Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service
Bios for… moreDemocratic City Council 2025 Patrick Flynn
2025 Democratic Primary Interviews for Scranton City Council
Patrick Flynn (D)
Hosted by :
JoyAnna Hopper, Ph.D.,
Director of the Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service
Bios… moreDemocratic City Council 2025 Tom Schuster
2025 Democratic Primary Interviews for Scranton City Council
Tom Schuster (D)
Hosted by :
JoyAnna Hopper, Ph.D.,
Director of the Center for Ethics and Excellence in Public Service
Bios… moreGrant assists Lackawanna College students raising children
Attending classes at Lackawanna College while raising a young son and working full time hasn’t been easy for Emely Mercado. A grant the college received will continue to support students like her. The college recently received a $98,602 Parent… more
Queen City Tavern renovations, expansion moving forward
OLYPHANT — As a remodeling and expansion project nears completion, developer John Basalyga envisions the redesigned Queen City Tavern as a cozy spot to enjoy a good meal and quality entertainment. Basalyga purchased the former OTOWN Bar & Grill… more
Wright Center for Community Health holds inaugural Symposium on Aging
The Wright Center for Community Health recently hosted its inaugural Symposium on Aging in Scranton. The program focused on bringing stakeholders together to build a dementia-friendly Lackawanna County. Experts and local representatives joined the… more
Friends with Paws Pet Rescue fundraiser
Friends with Paws Pet Rescue recently held a fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse, Dickson City. Proceeds benefited the medical fund. From left: volunteers Barb Halloran, Holly Smith, Patti Mazzie and Denise Mercer.
Beyond the Byline: Of egg salad, pimento cheese, oval spiced ham, Chucks and Skechers
WILKES-BARRE — Listening to ESPN radio a couple of weeks ago, Marty & McGee were talking about The Masters and Rory McIlroy’s stunning win.
Ronald and Beverly Pagotto
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald and Beverly Pagotto, Peckville, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Saturday. They were married April 26, 1975, in St. Mary’s Assumption Church, Scranton, by the Rev. Vincent Langan. They were attended by Judy Eiden, sister… more
Chris Kelly Opinion: On mayoral debate, meme’s the word
I woke up on Wednesday to learn I’d been “memed.” A screenshot from WBRE-TV’s coverage of Tuesday’s Scranton mayoral “debates” hosted by the University of Scranton captured my downcast reaction to watching a high school dropout try to “match wits”… more
Rotary Club of the Abingtons Paul Harris Medal winner
At a recent Rotary Club of the Abingtons meeting, member Beth Caucci was awarded a Paul Harris Medal, the highest Rotary honor. It is given to a member who has displayed service above self and outstanding generosity. In addition, member Guy Cali was… more
Births, 4/27/25
GEISINGER WYOMING VALLEY Castner: A daughter, Feb. 6, to Jennifer and Kyle Castner, Plymouth. Habrack: A son, Feb. 22, to Chris and Shaina Habrack, Harveys Lake. Mahmoud: A son, Feb. 10, to Amal Abualrous and Yousef Mahmoud, Forty Fort. Mostowski: A… more
People on the Move, April 27, 2025
St. Mary’s Villa The Elmhurst Twp. villa, a member of Covenant Health, recently welcomed Noelle Lyon-Kovaleski, LHNA, as the new president of its senior care community, which includes 112 beds for skilled nursing, rehabilitation, respite and… more
Dunmore Lions Club installation
The Dunmore Lions Club installed two new members during the district governor’s visit at its January meeting at Carmella’s in Dunmore. District Governor Sandy Thubborn offered remarks. Installing official was Past District Governor Cathy Metschulat… more
Tony and Betty Cardell
Mr. and Mrs. Tony Cardell, Blakely, will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary Wednesday. They were married April 30, 1955, in St. Leo’s Church, Ashley. The couple has five children, Tony (Jill), State College; Dan (Puddy), Houston, Texas; Mary (… more
Domenic G. and Linda Mennicucci
Mr. and Mrs. Domenic G. Mennicucci, Factoryville, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. They were married April 12, 1975, in St. Michael’s Church, Union, N.J., by the late Rev. John Palasits. They were attended by Donna Sheehan, maid… more
Local students to intern at Kentucky Derby
At 20 years old, a Dickson City baker is headed back to the Kentucky Derby to intern at one of the sports world’s most elegant events. Kendal Johnson is part of an annual Pennsylvania College of Technology trip to the Derby, a path that started with… more
CAPITOL ROUNDUP: DCED highlights proposed investment in state’s innovation economy
WILKES-BARRE — Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger this week highlighted the Shapiro Administration’s commitment to fostering Pennsylvania’s innovation economy.
‘Manufacturing Millennial’ to headline NEPIRC’s annual summit and expo
PLAINS TWP. — Considered one of the loudest voices in the industry and considered as one of the top voices in robotics, automation and manufacturing, Jake Hall — known as the “Manufacturing Millennial” — is helping companies future-proof their… more
Error in mail-in Republican Scranton City ballots to be corrected
Due to a printer’s error, 545 Republican voters in the city of Scranton have received incorrect ballots for the May 20 primary election. Beth Hopkins, director of the county Department of Elections and Voter Registration, said voters who received… more
Earth Day celebration brings environmental enthusiasts to McDade Park
Residents gathered at McDade Park Saturday to celebrate Earth Day with a community cleanup followed by a slew of fun and educational activities. Environmental enthusiasts were undeterred by intermittent rain, which meant taking shelter under the… more
Pennsylvania American Water awards grant to Dunmore Fire Department
The Dunmore Fire Department received a grant for the purchase of a gated wye — which splits a single hose line into two separate lines — and adapter. From left: Lt. Eric Shigo; Chief Christopher DeNaples; Dave Price; John Gaidula, supervisor,… more
Pennsylvania American Water awards grant to Scranton Fire Department
The Scranton Fire Department received a grant for the purchase of new hoses and nozzles. From left: Deputy Chief Dan Hallowich; Chief John Judge; Shane Farrell, operations senior superintendent, Pennsylvania American Water; and John Gaidula,… more