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Friends of the Scranton Public Library Book Sale
The Friends of the Scranton Public Library will hold a one-day sidewalk book sale in front of the Albright building at 500 Vine St., Scranton, on May 17 from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Hundreds of books — adult, children’s, fiction, nonfiction and audio —… more
Sherry’s Royalettes annual baton twirling recital
Sherry’s Royalettes will conduct their annual baton twirling recital Friday at 6:30 p.m. in Dunmore High School’s gymnasium. The Royalettes are celebrating 45 years of organization, and alumni are invited to participate. Tickets, at $10, are… more
Road to Warped Tour runs through Scranton
The Vans Warped Tour is back and bands from it will rock the Ritz Theater in Scranton and an outdoor venue June 12 to 15. The Vans Warped Tour, an annual tour of up-and-coming and classic punk, emo, hardcore and pop punk music, often stopped in… more
Police: Wanted Scranton man crashes into patrol vehicle
A wanted Scranton man faces additional charges after police said he drove his car into a patrol vehicle during an undercover drug sting in the city Thursday. As members of the Scranton Police Street Crimes Unit, Lackawanna County Detective Drug Unit… more
Shickshinny mom recalls daughter’s surprise encounter with Pope Francis
Taylor Hall and her parents have felt a special connection with Pope Francis over the past six years, and the Shickshinny family was saddened to learn of his death Monday.
Lackawanna County Court Notes, April 22, 2025
PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS Terrace Realty Co., Scranton, to 244 Adams Realty LLC, Old Forge; a property on Adams Avenue, Scranton, for $410,000. Jason A. and Nina M. Wheeland, Covington Twp., to Clarissa and Luke Besong, Covington Twp.; a property at 44… more
N.J. woman faces theft, forgery charges in Dickson City
A Paterson, New Jersey, woman faces identity theft and forgery charges after police said she tried to open a fraudulent account at a Dickson City bank.
With the passing of Pope Francis, Jesuits remember ‘one of our own’
Before the College of Cardinals elected Argentine Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio pope during the most recent papal conclave in 2013, the overwhelming consensus was that there would never be a Jesuit pope. His election was “doubly surprising,” both… more
Northeast Pennsylvania Republicans give Trump the thumbs up
Thank God for Trump — that is the sentiment of Robert “Bob” Pettinato, an 85-year-old former Lackawanna County commissioner and retired lifelong Scrantonian. President Donald Trump is in the news daily regarding a multitude of scenarios du jour,… more
Everhart Museum to feature Clarks Summit artist in large solo show
A prominent local doctor who used to display his art in his office is about to open his biggest museum show yet, at age 91. “Found Objects, New Worlds: The Assemblage Art of Dr. Mel Wolk,” opens Wednesday at the Everhart Museum, Scranton. “It’s… more
Pope Francis recalled fondly in NEPA
The Most Rev. Joseph C. Bambera, bishop of Scranton, will celebrate a special diocesan memorial Mass for Pope Francis on Tuesday at 12:10 p.m. at St. Peter’s Cathedral in Scranton. The public is invited to attend the Mass for Pope Francis, the… more
Clipboard, April 22, 2025
Clarks Summit Bus trip: Clarks Summit Fire Company J.W. Hall Auxiliary trip to Shawnee Playhouse (Shawnee on Delaware), Aug. 1, leaves Clarks Summit at 10:30 a.m., $100 (includes bus, salad, bread, buffet, coffee, tea, live show “Grease,” taxes and… more
Lane restrictions planned for I-81
PennDOT will perform pothole repairs this week on Interstate 81 in Luzerne County. Work will take place 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. as follows: April 22 – Interstate 81 northbound between mile markers 174 to 178 April 23 – Interstate 81 northbound between mile… more
Bishop Bambera releases statement on the death of Pope Francis
The Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, Bishop of Scranton, released the following statement upon the death of Pope Francis.
Green Ridge park caretakers beg users to pick up dog waste
Eight pounds of dog poop. That’s how much dog waste Harry Jadick, the treasurer of the Green Ridge Neighborhood Association, estimated he picked up before its third annual Easter egg hunt at Sturgis Park, known as “Pretzel Park.” The association is… more
From the archives: Pope Francis sent flock into frenzy during Philadelphia visit in 2015
Pope Francis came to Philadelphia in 2015 during his only visit to the United States, holding Mass on Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Remembering Pope Francis visit to Philadelphia in 2015 | PHOTOS
Photos: Pope Francis visited Philadelphia in September 2015 and held Mass on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway as part of his only visit to the United States as pope.
Scranton Area Community Foundation awards Humor Therapy Fund grant
The Scranton Area Community Foundation recently awarded the Abington Community Library with a grant from the donor-advised Humor Therapy Fund for their “Laughter Lab” project to be held in April for teens in the Abington community. Teens will… more
Waverly resident’s project fosters relationships with teens in Ukraine
A Girl Scout’s work with a nonprofit connecting English speakers with people in Ukraine allowed her and the people she interacted with a chance to learn about what makes their cultures similar and unique. Waverly resident Sierra Lavelle, a member of… more
Taylor, Ransom Twp. police agreement off to smooth start
The Taylor Police Department extended its coverage to Ransom Twp. at the start of the year, and now more than three months into the agreement, officials from both towns are happy with the results. “It’s been really smooth,” Police Chief Brian… more
County secures grant to support implementation of financial recommendations
Lackawanna County officials hope to use a $90,000 state grant to retain the consultants that crafted an extensive financial management plan for the county — a plan rife with recommendations officials are moving or planning to implement. PFM Group… more
Beyond the Byline: A trip back to a time before everything changed
WILKES-BARRE — This week, I hopped in the Way Back Machine and traveled back to 1968 and it made me realize what a significant year that was in American and world history.
Chris Kelly Opinion: Paige against the Machine
In its marquee sales event of the spring, the city Democratic Machine is rolling out a used car salesman for voters to test-drive in the May 20 Primary Election. He’s an older model with high miles, deep dents and a history of costly damage to… more