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Unlike much of the U.S., Lackawanna and Luzerne counties remain a seller's market with homes selling quickly and demand outpacing supply.

Join the 15th annual St. Eulalia Jerry Mahon 5K on July 19 in Roaring Brook/Elmhurst. Enjoy a scenic run, Kids Fun Run, DJ, raffles and awards.

The United States Courthouse in Scranton was the setting May 12 for the wedding of Kylie Elizabeth Patrick and Matthew James Calvey, both of Clarks Summit.

Stay updated on VFW and American Legion meetings, events, and veteran activities in Lackawanna County. Get the latest local news and community updates.

St. Lucy’s Church, Scranton, was the setting June 15, 2024, for the wedding of Regina Diane Lanzo and Walter Arden Dunn, Lake Ariel.

WILKES-BARRE — U.S. Senators John Fetterman, D-Braddock, Mark Warner (D-VA) and Roger Marshall, M.D., (R-KS) this week reintroduced the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act — bipartisan, zero-cost legislation to improve access to care for… more

Alyssa Espinoza of NeighborWorks Northeastern Pennsylvania had three words of advice for West Side teams participating in the third annual Garbage Olympics Saturday. “Follow that trash!” In the Pine Brook section of the city, Roger Young, Director… more

“The Lion King” will be presented by the junior company of the Linn McDonald School of Dance on Sunday afternoon, June 15, at Mid Valley High School. The performance will begin at 2 p.m. Tickets, priced at $15, will be available at the door on the… more

Linn McDonald School of Dance senior company will present the ballet “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” as well as a fast-paced jazz and tap presentation, titled “Dance Aaround the World.” The performance will be held at Mid Valley High School on Saturday… more

A recycling operation in Taylor applied with the state Department of Environmental Protection to undergo improvements to resume landfill operations for construction and demolition waste. Environmental & Recycling Services Inc. at 1100 Union St… more

SCRANTON — Pupils at the John F. Kennedy Elementary School in South Side who helped design the transformation of a parking lot there into a vibrant schoolyard with a modern playground also helped cut the ribbon Friday during a grand opening. In the… more

Lakeland High School has two designated top graduates for the first time in six years. The school board agreed to reinstate valedictorian and salutatorian last summer. The designation begins with the class of 2025. The board eliminated the naming of… more

Daily court notes from Lackawanna County including marriage licenses, divorce decrees, property transactions, lawsuits, estates and tax liens. Stay informed with the latest public records.

A 35-year-old man was arrested after allegedly exposing himself inside a Scranton thrift store. Police responded to the incident on June 6, and charges are pending.

Experience the annual Lackawanna County Heritage Fair with local food, carnival rides and family friendly fun celebrating NEPA's rich cultural heritage.

The Pennsylvania Republican Party recently launched a statewide voter registration competition hoping to erase a diminishing Democratic registration advantage that’s eroded considerably over roughly the past decade. Registered Democrats outnumbered… more

Lackawanna County Government Center Commissioners' Conference Room Friday, June 6 , 2025. 1:30pm ADMINISTRATIVE CONTACTS Glenn Howey Deputy Director of Elections Phone: 570-963-6737 Fax: 570-… more

Discover what's happening across Northeast Pennsylvania in clipboard — your guide to local events, festivals, fundraisers, family fun and community happenings.

Lackawanna County awarded grant funding to support projects by local municipalities and nonprofits, including police departments, veterans groups, youth sports and animal rescues.

Watch the North Pocono Class of 2025 graduate in the North Pocono High School gymnasium.

These notices satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the City of Scranton (City) and the Scranton Housing Authority. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS …

Blakely Police Officer Anthony Mercado is facing animal abuse charges after an animal control officer found a several dogs at his home in poor condition, according to a criminal complaint. On April 29, Humane Society Officer Marci Zeiler received a… more

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