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Scranton woman charged with neglect after toddler found wandering alone
The mother of a 4-year-old toddler found in the middle of the 2300 block of Adams Avenue in Scranton is charged with child endangerment. A neighbor found the boy in the street at 6 p.m. on Saturday and contacted city police. Officers reached out to… more
Planning a road trip this weekend? Here’s how much you’ll pay for gas.
Expect to pay a little less at the pump if you are travelling for the Fourth of July weekend.
4-H Explorers Club makes cards for seniors
The members of the 4-H Explorers Club created and colored Valentine’s Day-themed cards for the seniors at the Hamlin Senior Center in February. The club members said they helped make someone’s day with just a simple card.
Junior League of Scranton 85th anniversary
The Junior League of Scranton celebrated 85 years of positively impacting the Scranton area in February. Over the past eight decades, the JLS has been committed to improving the community through its leadership, training and service, according to… more
Fireworks injuries, deaths up significantly as watchdog agency faces cuts
As fireworks-related injuries and deaths continue to climb in the United States, consumer advocates and a local fire chief are unnerved by cuts to the federal watchdog agency that tracks data and enforces manufacturers’ compliance. The Consumer… more
A real kick: World Cup expected to boost economy throughout state
As the world descends upon Philadelphia and the New York/New Jersey metro area next summer to celebrate soccer, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre region should be well situated to cash in. Philadelphia’s Lincoln Financial Field will host six World Cup… more
Lackawanna County Court Notes, July 3, 2025
MARRIAGE LICENSES Mary Ann Hansen and Frank Robert Smith, both of Jermyn. John Robert Hicks and Julia Madeline Casey, both of Philadelphia. Arias Johndra Soto and Leny Anthony Medina, both of Scranton. Georgia Grace Miller and Nafis Ya-Sin Stewart,… more
Commissioners award contract for county broadband assessment plan
BLAKELY — A Harrisburg-based firm will create a broadband assessment plan for Lackawanna County with a goal of identifying service gaps and informing future projects to address them, expanding access to high-speed internet for more residents and… more
The Ultimate Road Trip Playlist Challenge
The Ultimate Road Trip Playlist Challenge What’s the Challenge? Each corridor will build a curated Spotify playlist that reflects the identity, stories, and vibe of their region. The goal? To create the ultimate Pennsylvania road trip soundtrack —… more
Police: Carbondale man exposes himself near doughnut shop
A Carbondale man who appeared intoxicated exposed himself Saturday near a busy doughnut shop, police charge. Michael Fay, 53, of 126 Belmont St., is charged with indecent exposure, open lewdness and public drunkenness, according to a criminal… more
Police: Scranton man assaults wife, damages apartment
A Scranton man assaulted his wife and damaged their apartment, city police charge. Christopher Batista, 22, of 10 Amity Court, is charged with assault, harassment and criminal mischief, according to a criminal complaint. Officers responded Saturday… more
PA Route 6 Alliance on the Lumber Heritage Trail
PA Route 6 Alliance on the Lumber Heritage Trail PA Route 6 Alliance, Stop #4 on the Lumber Heritage Trail, is located at the Wilds Sonshine Factory in Kane, PA. The Wilds Sonshine Factory offers a blend of distilling innovation and educational… more
Lackawanna County Commissioners 7-2-25
Lackawanna County Board Of Commissioners 7-2-25
Blakely Borough Municipal Building. 10:00am
Board of Commissioners
Commissioner - Bill Gaughan
Commissioner - Chris Chermak
Brian Jeffers… moreLackawanna County sets Scrantastic Spectacular street closures, parking
Streets in the area of Lackawanna County Courthouse Square will close Thursday afternoon for the annual Scrantastic Spectacular celebration, which begins at 4 p.m. in Scranton.
Pa. professor who taught Bryan Kohberger: ‘No red flags’ from Idaho murder suspect as he studied serial killing
“I have to look at the framework of what I taught and wonder, did I inspire him in some way?” Ramsland said in a NewsNation interview Tuesday.
Chris Kelly Opinion: McCormick, Bresnahan and Meuser bow to ‘King Trump’
By definition, “smash-and-grab” robberies are perpetrated in a hurry. Thieves shatter a storefront window, break a display case or breach a back door and snatch whatever they can run away with. The haste of the heist reflects the fear of being… more
Jermyn veterans visit Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Jermyn veterans and others visited the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., on Veterans Day. From left: James “Jay” Barbour, Dave “Hedge” Hodge, Brian “Red” Jones, Glenn “Slink” Black (Bronze Star), Charles “Bucko” Barbour and John “Glick… more
Clipboard, July 2, 2025
Carbondale Yard sale: Community Yard Sale at the Y, July 20, noon to 3 p.m., Greater Carbondale YMCA. Spaces are $15. Held in conjunction with a car show. To reserve space, stop at the front desk or email James at jwigging@gc-ymca.org or Lisa at… more
Marywood University art students earn Addy Awards for creative work
Several Marywood University art students earned Addy Awards for their creative work from the American Advertising Federation NEPA chapter, at a ceremony held at the Mohegan Sun Convention Center in February. They competed against other students from… more
Lackawanna County Court Notes, July 2, 2025
MARRIAGE LICENSES Arelis Rodriguez-Rosario and Bryan William Ramirez-Rivera, both of Scranton. Jay Hasmukhbhai Patel, Dunmore, and Haney Piyushkumar Patel, Scarborough, Ontario. Karen Brady, Roaring Brook Twp., and Brent Stanley Post, Sweet Valley.… more
Scranton City Council Public Mtg. 7-1-25
REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL July 1, 2025. 6:30 P.M.
READING OF MINUTES
REPORTS & COMMUNICATIONS FROM MAYOR & HEADS OF DEPARTMENTS AND INTERESTED PARTIES AND CITY CLERK’S… moreHoly Cross, Blessed Sacrament parishes consolidate, establish new identity
The Holy Cross and Blessed Sacrament parishes in Olyphant and Throop consolidated into one Tuesday, taking on a new identity and becoming one of the first Roman Catholic churches worldwide to name itself after the soon-to-be first millennial saint.… more
Bukatini brings new dining experience to Posh property
SCRANTON — A new dining option will bring contemporary Italian food to a familiar place on North Washington Avenue. More than three years after Paul Blackledge and Joshua Mast closed the restaurant at Posh, new managers Cindhy Martinez and Jacob… more