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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
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
Forest City man charged after assaulting officers, his friend
A Forest City man faces assault and drug charges after borough police said he fought with a friend and officers attempting to arrest him, resulting in several people being injured. Assistant Chief Trevor Dzanis responded to a report of an assault in… more
Scranton man charged in drugs-for-sex sting
A Scranton man faces charges after he arranged to exchange methamphetamine for sexual services, police said. On Wednesday officers from the Scranton Police Street Crimes Unit launched an investigation into suspected drug and prostitution activities… more
Proposed downtown Scranton mural pays homage to Nay Aug elephants
A mural proposed for downtown Scranton would pay homage to Nay Aug Park’s late elephants, depicting them free from the bounds of a zoo in a piece of public art that will also portray the city children who participated in penny-drive campaigns to… more
Scranton to establish sister city relationship with Sheptytskyi, Ukraine
Scranton plans to establish a formal sister city relationship with Sheptytskyi, Ukraine, with both cities expressing in a proposed “twinning agreement” a mutual commitment to “intensify development of democracy, citizenship and government, cultural… more
Veterans news, April 27, 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
Lackawanna County Court Notes, April 26, 2025
MARRIAGE LICENSES Marc Bozzacco and Bonnie Flaherty, both of Ransom Twp. Hannah Marie Fitzpatrick, Albrightsville, and Zachery Michael Tennant, Covington Twp. Michael Tighe and Elizabeth Smith, both of Scranton. Chrisny Polynice and Joshua Penoye… more
Police: Scranton man steals police vehicle, flees
SCRANTON — A city man is accused of stealing a Scranton police patrol vehicle from a parking lot Thursday evening. Christopher Ross, 27, of 1623 Jackson St., fled from police before he was apprehended by officers on South Main Avenue. Ross faces… more
Five short road trips into Scranton’s extended backyard
The flag that cushioned Lincoln’s head after he was shot, a haunted history trail and a Hindu temple. These destinations are just a few of the sights that await adventurers just a couple of hours’ drive from Scranton. With summer at the doorstep,… more
At least 15 face charges after Megan’s Law compliance checks in Scranton
Checks by law enforcement officials for violations of Megan’s Law resulted in more than a dozen individuals facing charges. The Pennsylvania State Police Megan’s Law Unit organized a law enforcement detail Wednesday to perform unannounced compliance… more
Police: Scranton man attacks girlfriend over cellphone
A Scranton man first smashed his girlfriend’s cellphone and then assaulted her when she purchased its replacement, police said. Devin Hall, 26, of 313 14th Ave., is charged with assault and harassment . Here is what police say happened: At about 8:… more
Lawsuit: Penn Furniture in Scranton had $3M in damages from fire nearby
Smoke from a fire at a building in downtown Scranton nearly a year ago caused $3 million in damages to nearby Penn Furniture, according to an insurance lawsuit seeking to recoup that amount. The fire at 115 Franklin Ave. on May 18 produced smoke… more
Double “R” Twirlettes baton twirling recital
The Double “R” Twirlettes will present “Twirling through the Holidays” May 14 at 7 p.m. at Mid Valley Secondary Center. The show will feature the Twirlettes as they perform to songs from their favorite holidays. To purchase tickets, call 570-489-… more
Charles Sumner Elementary School Stars for December
Charles Sumner Elementary School Stars for December are, first row, from left: Aaliyah Mitchell and Melina Balka. Second row: Elianna Chapman, Dhyana Barragan, Victoria Medrano, Susana Paramo, Josiah Deschler; Lisa Owens, principal; Emil Pena,… more
Business owners chew on how FDA dye restrictions will affect them
One local business owner seemed moderately concerned at how dye changes could affect her operations. Others expected less impact. In a statement issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday, the Health and Human Services Department… more
Lackawanna County Court Notes April 25, 2025
PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS Marie Gaetano and Julie Venesky, co-executors of the estate of Joann E. Jones, also known as Joann Jones, Scranton, to Timothy and Angelie Ortiz; two parcels on Terrace Drive, Scranton, for $268,000. Jonathan K. Hennemuth,… more