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Rabbi Dr. Shlomo Brody, “Jewish Ethical Perspectives on Civilian Casualties in War”

Rabbi Shlomo Brody, Ph.D., executive director of Ematai and columnist for the Jerusalem Post, presented “Jewish Ethical Perspectives on Civilian Casualties in War: A Tale of Two Sieges” at The… more

Distracted driving looms large as new law takes effect

As a new law cracking down on handheld cellphone use while driving is set to go into effect, new statistics released by the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts show distracted driving continues to be a disproportionate problem in Luzerne… more

Large crowd turns out for Billy Joel tribute at Party on the Patio

Party on the Patio — the 20-week free concert series at Mohegan Pennsylvania — kicked off Thursday night with the 52nd Street Band, a tribute to Bill Joel. Tribute concerts will be held each Thursday for the next 20 weeks, ending Sept. 11. All… more

Lackawanna County Court Notes, May 2, 2025

MARRIAGE LICENSES Nicholas Mark Montoro and Carly Lauren Jordan, both of Dickson City. Matthew Joseph Lukeski and Kathryn Elizabeth Foley, both of Lake Ariel. Julio Faramelli and Kailey Marie Schick, both of Jessup. Alyssa Marie Moylan and Brandon… more

Western Wayne School District receives donation from Jersey Mike’s

Jersey Mike’s recently made a donation to the Western Wayne School District. They held a fundraiser during their grand opening, which resulted in a donation of over $3,600 to the district. District officials said they were grateful to the restaurant… more

Abington Heights Civic League speaker

The Abington Heights Civic League had a guest speaker at a recent meeting. Jessica Freyne, CEO of the Providence Pregnancy Center in North Scranton, spoke about the free services they are providing to homeless pregnant women. They are able to help… more

Medicare terminates agreement with Aventura at Terrace View

Medicare has terminated its agreement with the Aventura at Terrace View nursing home in Blakely, according to a legal notice posted by the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The notice says that as of Wednesday, the skilled nursing… more

Business owners hampered by construction projects

SCRANTON — A pair of infrastructure improvement projects occurring simultaneously in and around the Green Ridge Plaza have business owners on edge and potential customers considering other options. As Pennsylvania American Water continues work on a… more

Legislators, advocates make case to keep Penn State Scranton open

DUNMORE — Closing Penn State Scranton would limit local educational opportunities for students, hamstring workforce and economic development efforts and tear a hole in the fabric of the community of which the institution is a pillar, lawmakers,… more

Big Lots reopens stores in Eynon, Dunmore

Two Big Lots stores in Eynon and Dunmore quietly reopened Thursday. The discount retail chain reopened 54 locations across multiple states on Thursday, with more stores set to open in two weeks on May 15, according to Big Lots’ website and a news… more

PHOTOS: It’s looking like summer at Northeast Pennsylvania RV Show

The Northeast Pennsylvania RV Show started its four-day run Thursday at PNC Field in Moosic. The show, presented and operated by Colton RV and Marine, features a variety of new and used RVs, travel trailers, motor homes and other vehicles… more

Police: Kingston man flees during arrest in Scranton

SCRANTON — A Kingston man fled from police as he was being arrested for public drunkenness, according to a criminal complaint. Richard Henderson, 37, of 112 John St., is charged with escape and resisting arrest. According to the criminal complaint:… more

Clipboard, May 2, 2025

Dalton Paint and sip benefit: Dalton Auxiliary paint and sip to benefit the Dalton Fire Company, May 21, Dalton Fire Hall, 109 S. Turnpike Road; doors open at 5 p.m. for food and desserts, and painting starts at 6 p.m. BYOB, $40, advance… more

Police: Scranton man threatens to kill father during physical argument

SCRANTON — A Scranton man attacked his father when the older man asked him about his probation status, police said. Joseph Patrick Rocco, 43, of 729 N. Rebecca Ave., is charged with assault, harassment and disorderly conduct. This is what police say… more

Carpentry auction benefits Scranton nonprofit

SCRANTON — When Aiden Martelli started as a lab assistant at Johnson College this year, he set out to make something he dreamed of doing: making a chess set. He began working on it earlier this year, working 50 to 60 hours a week on the board and… more

Correction

An article on Wednesday’s Weekend page gave an incorrect date for the sensory-friendly performance of “Seussical” at the Pennsylvania Theatre of Performing Arts, Hazleton. The sensory-friendly performance is Sunday, May 4, at 3 p.m., with admission… more

Party on Patio kicks off season tonight with Billy Joel cover band

The 20-week free concert series returns to Mohegan Pennsylvania beginning tonight at 7:30. The 52nd Street Band, a tribute to Billy Joel, takes the stage trackside outdoors at the casino for the start of the 16th season. The forecast for the opening… more

AG: Child sex suspect on railroad museum board

The information technology specialist for the Valley View School District who was charged this week with sexting and molesting a teenage boy was also a board member of a railroad museum in Bethlehem, according to the state Attorney General’s Office… more

Dime Bank donates to United Neighborhood Centers’ CEDAR Center Project

The Dime Bank announced a $25,000 donation to United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania in support of their CEDAR Center project. The donation is made via the state Department of Community and Economic Development Neighborhood… more

Pa. American Water awards NEPA Youth Shelter a foundation grant

The American Water Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., and Pennsylvania American Water, announced that the foundation awarded State… more

Olyphant boy fights for life after Sunday shooting

OLYPHANT — A 12-year-old Olyphant boy is fighting for his life after he was shot in the chest by a 14-year-old on Sunday evening, according to the organizer of a GoFundMe account raising money for his family. Police responded to the 100 block of… more

Former Dominick’s Cafe in Plains Twp. to reopen as The Gallery

A pair of longtime friends — a chef and a contractor — are reopening the former Dominick’s Cafe, a popular bar and restaurant in the Hudson section of Plains Twp. Chris Mullin and business partner Dan Baranowski are ready to launch The Gallery… more

Lackawanna County Court Notes, May 1, 2025

MARRIAGE LICENSES Benjamin Joseph Draper and Willow Rain Franchak, both of Lake Ariel. Eric Joseph O’Hora and Ruth Jossias Cuinica, both of Scranton. Jaydelis Marie Zayas Torres and Julio Armando Palau Crespo, both of Taylor. PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS… more

Scranton Seeks Construction Bids to Install Cricket Pitch at Chic Feldman Field

SCRANTON, Pa. – The City of Scranton is currently accepting bids through 9:30 a.m. on Thurs., May 15, for the construction of a proper cricket pitch at Chic Feldman Field, …