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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
Rotary Club of the Abingtons inaugural 5K race
The race committee of the Rotary Club of the Abingtons recently met to launch the inaugural 5K walk and run slated for May 24. From left: Diane Calabro; Steve Selige, president; Gail Cicerini; Chris Loftus, race chairman; Anita Nealon and Leah… more
Gianna Rose DiPietro
Announcement is made of the engagement and upcoming wedding of Gianna Rose DiPietro, Dunmore, to Antonio Felice Cicco, Scranton. The bride-elect is the daughter of Carmen and Lucia DiPietro, Dunmore. Born and raised in Dunmore, she is a graduate of… more
School Notes, May 4, 2025
Abington Heights Senior Brady McHugh recently auditioned and qualified for the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District Jazz Band on drum set, the first Abington Heights student to qualify for this honor in almost a decade, according to… more
Births, May 4, 2025
MOSES TAYLOR BRYNOK: A son, April 22, to Stephen and Megan Shock Brynok, Shickshinny. CARMODY: A daughter, April 29, to Mason and Sofia Byron Carmody, Pleasant Mount. GREER: A daughter, April 26, to Patrick and Kathleen Risse Greer, Waverly. REED: A… more
CAPITOL ROUNDUP: PennDOT reminds residents federal REAL ID enforcement starts next week
WILKES-BARRE — With federal REAL ID enforcement just days away, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike Carroll this week joined officials from the Williamsport Airport, and the American Automobile Association (AAA), to… more
Fire destroys house in Old Forge
OLD FORGE — A fire destroyed a house at 546 Winter St. early Saturday morning. The blaze was called in as a garage fire at 4:11 a.m., according to scanner reports. Just minutes later, at 4:18 a.m., scanner reports indicated the fire had spread… more
Season Four of the Office 5K returns to Scranton
An “Office”-themed 5K, which has become an annual tradition and not just for locals or diehard fans, was held for the fourth time on Saturday. The event brings out people from across the area, the state, and beyond to celebrate “The Office,” an NBC… more
Margery Scranton Council of Republican Women donation
The Margery Scranton Council of Republican women presented a $300 donation to Bill Burns, president of the GAR Memorial Association, toward the fundraising effort of the association to return the Civil War Sword of Lt. Ezra Griffin. Griffin fought… more
Johnson College to host 32nd Annual Golf Tournament
Sponsors of the 32nd annual Johnson College Open met on the college’s Scranton campus in preparation for the event on Friday, May 16, at Blue Ridge Trail Golf Club in Mountain Top. Proceeds from the event will support the Johnson College… more
Adams Outdoor acquires Times-Shamrock Outdoor
A billboard company with an office in the Lehigh Valley has acquired Times-Shamrock Outdoor. Adams Outdoor Advertising acquired the billboard division of Times-Shamrock Communications, the company announced in a news release Friday. The sale… more
Homicide trial testimony concludes with expert testimony Friday
SCRANTON — Testimony in a murder trial described as a “battle of the experts” by defense attorney Curt Parkins during his opening argument, concluded Friday. During the weeklong trial, prosecution witnesses claimed Shelton Miles purposefully shot… more