Business Briefcase: Nov. 11, 2012
Tuesday and Wednesday: Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce, 10-hour OSHA training classes in Construction Safety and Health/29CFR1926 Standard, 10-hour class, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the chamber,...
View ArticlePolice searching for gunman after Plains Twp. fatal shooting
PLAINS TWP. - Authorities responding to a vehicle crash Friday night along Red Roof Inn's exit ramp uncovered a bullet-riddled man slumped over the wheel in what would quickly become an intense...
View Articlefuneral notices
CHOMKO, MICHAEL, Elmhurst, Monday, Edward J. Chomko Funeral Home, 254-268 Railroad Ave., Scranton. Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m., St. Vladimir Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, 430 N. Seventh Ave.,...
View ArticleLocal Marines gather to celebrate its 237th birthday
Members of one of the world's most elite teams of warriors gathered in Scranton on Saturday to celebrating the Marine Corps' 237th anniversary. Marines who fought in conflicts ranging from World War...
View ArticleWith school project nearly wrapped up, C'dale looks for reimbursement
The only thing left to worry about in the Carbondale Area High School renovation project is the time frame for state reimbursement.The final touches on the $15 million project are wrapping up, but...
View ArticlePeople on the Move, Nov. 11, 2012
Allied Services Integrated Health System Karen Kearney was promoted to vice president of inpatient rehabilitation, Allied Services Integrated Health System. Ms. Kearney started her career as a social...
View ArticleResidents hoping to "stuff a truck" with donations for Sandy victims
"Stuff a truck" to aid Sandy victimsHONESDALE - In an effort to help the victims of Superstorm Sandy, Kathy Brundage and several others will try to "stuff a truck" with much-needed supplies.On Nov. 17...
View ArticleIN THIS CORNER: Exploring regional opportunities for northern Pennsylvania...
I was born in Scranton and have lived here my entire life. As a resident of northern Pennsylvania for nearly five decades, a certified public accountant for 25 years and the small business practice...
View ArticleSeniors on average will see $19 more a month in social security
For many senior citizens who rely on Social Security as their main income, $19 extra a month isn't enough.The U.S. Social Security Administration announced last month the automatic cost-of-living...
View ArticleCVS reports solid Q3 revenue
CVS reports solid third-quarter revenueCVS Caremark advanced during a losing week in the stock market after it reported solid third-quarter sales and revenue.The Rhode Island-based drugstore chain...
View ArticleVETERANS
SAL Squadron 665 cancels meetingSons of the American Lergon Squadron 665 meeting today has been canceled; next meeting, Dec. 9, 1 p.m., post home.Post 3451 to meet todayRabiega-Gorgol VFW Post 3451...
View ArticleGala caps off Dunmore's sesquicentennial in style
DUNMORE - Borough Councilwoman Carol Scrimalli isn't sure where she will be for Dunmore's 175th anniversary, so it is important to make its 150th a year to remember.She and dozens of other borough...
View ArticleSmall biz outlook for 2nd term
NEW YORK - President Barack Obama's successful re-election to a second term is sinking in. No matter who small business owners voted for, the election takes away some of the uncertainty that small...
View ArticleNature's Way in Pittston Twp. doubles its workforce
By Denise Allabaugh PITTSTON TWP.A new line of drinks from Nature's Way Purewater Systems has helped the company double its workforce.The work also created an issue for the company - it needed to train...
View ArticleCocktails for a Cause raises money for research groups
Lisa Mann cannot think of a more appropriate way to honor her late husband, Thom, than to raise money for his passion - eye treatment. "Thom fell into eye care; it was his passion," Mrs. Mann, 45, of...
View ArticleHundreds show their support to Clarks Summit man battling cancer
CLARKS SUMMIT - Over the last several months, Ted Pietryka has worn his fair share of hospital gowns and sweatpants. So he didn't mind dressing up Sunday evening, especially if it meant he got to see...
View ArticleAvanti Cigar Co. 100-year history recounted
A small drawing of a seal drew booming laughter during a history lesson on a local cigar company Sunday. Dominic Keating, president of Avanti Cigar Co., regaled a packed room at the Lackawanna...
View ArticleDEP moving to increase dam fees
Dam fee changes near HARRISBURG - A proposal to generate $1 million annually from state fees on dams to help pay for safety inspections is close to implementation after nearly three years of...
View ArticleOn Nov. 12 in NEPA
On this date in NEPA75 years ago, a fistfight nearly broke out at a Scranton City Council meeting. While Michael O'Malley was speaking about plans to sell property in South Side, John Crolley...
View ArticleScranton area parishes kick off series examining Second Vatican Council
Second Vatican Council's documents to be examined On the 50th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council, Scranton-area parishes kicked off a lecture series that will dissect all 16 Vatican council...
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