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County, OYFS satisfied terms of 2024 settlement that restored state license
County and its Office of Youth and Family Services have satisfied all obligations of a 2024 state settlement agreement that restored the child protection agency's full operating license.
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House Speaker Johnson visits Hazleton in support of Bresnahan
U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson made a pitch to voters for Rep. Rob Bresnahan in Hazleton on Tuesday, in a district he considers one of the most important in the country for November's midterm election.
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Ransom Twp. outlines concerns about proposed power plant
RANSOM TWP. — Officials will share their concerns with federal and state regulators about a proposed hydroelectric power facility that could affect the township. In letters to the state Department of Environmental Protection and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Supervisor...
Crime and Public Safety
Argument leads to stabbing at Blakely townhouse complex
A 54-year-old Blakely man is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, simple assault, recklessly endangering another person and harassment.
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Board Match platform launched
Leadership Lackawanna, the Scranton Area Community Foundation and United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties have joined forces to launch Board Match, a dynamic, two-way matching platform designed to connect passionate, skilled individuals seeking board or committee service with... -
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Scholastic Superstars
Meet Scholastic Superstar Aaron Youngblood of North Pocono High School
Scholastic Superstar Aaron Youngblood of North Pocono High School is the valedictorian of his class....
Local News
Community baby shower provides resources for mothers-to-be
A free community baby shower held Wednesday at the Salvation Army Scranton Corps on South...
High School Sports
HS GOLF: Scranton Prep, Abington Heights capture Lackawanna League titles
Scranton Prep and Abington Heights won Lackawanna Golf League championships Wednesday during the 18-hole finals...
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Mr. and Mrs. Anthony Matsell
The Church of St. Gregory, Clarks Green, was the setting Sept. 20, 2025, for the...
Things To Do
Best destinations for families to enjoy a fall foliage themed getaway
Fall is one of the best times of year for a getaway escape.
Pennsylvania News
Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak is the largest in decades in the US
By MIKE STOBBE NEW YORK (AP) — Pennsylvania has surpassed 1,000 measles cases this year,...
Editorials
Editorial: Don’t let hubris get in the way of ending the Iran war
Iranian leaders arguably overplayed their hand over the summer, attacking oil tankers even after signing...
Letters To The Editor
Letter: The looming AI crisis
Reader opinion: A speeding truck with a sleeping driver
National News
HBCUs are underfunded. A legal effort starting in Missouri seeks to fix it
More than a dozen other states are in the crosshairs of a newly formed group...
World News
Maricarmen, the 87-year-old woman whose eviction shook Spain, has died in hospital
Maricarmen died on Wednesday for causes unknown, sparking more protests.
Business
Gold surged to a record, then fell hard. What happened?
Gold has been on a wild ride this year.
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If you plan on putting your vehicle or any batteries away for long periods, you’ll...