Local History: Scranton once provided sledding zones for kids
The crunch of metal runners on snow. The thrill of picking up speed, wind in your face. The brief lift as you reach the bottom of the hill, wondering how far you'll make it before you stop. Then the...
View ArticleIN THIS CORNER: A surprising year
The year 2012 was a surprising one. Although many of the most notable events reflected ongoing economic and fiscal issues - including crises in the European Union, slowing growth in China, growing debt...
View ArticleNamedropper, 1/13/13
Animal sanctuary about compassion Indraloka Animal Sanctuary in Mehoopany is a place where compassion is practiced - and taught. In hosting area school groups, including students from Scranton High...
View ArticleMan sleeping in parked sailboat charged with drug crimes
Man sleeping in sailboat arrested MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TWP. - An East Stroudsburg man who was found sleeping in a parked sailboat was charged with drug crimes, police said. The incident occurred Friday...
View ArticleBusiness Briefcase, Jan. 13, 2013
Tuesday: The Northeast Pennsylvania Manufacturers and Employers Association Safety Roundtable to discuss the Globally Harmonized Hazard Communication Standard, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Top of the...
View ArticleBond investors: Heed warnings about rise in rates
BOSTON - Super-low interest rates will eventually rise, and when they do, bond investors could be stuck with losses.It's a warning that's been heard frequently in recent years. Often, it's coupled with...
View ArticleOn Jan. 14 in NEPA
On this date in NEPA75 years ago, burglars broke into the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Palmer of Adams Avenue and stole jewels and cash valued at $1,955. Police believed the heist took place in the...
View ArticleCommunity events list, 1/14/12
CLIPBOARDFleetvillePasta dinner: Fleetville VolunÂteer Fire Company all-you-can-eat spaghetti and rigatoni with meatballs dinner, Feb. 2, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Route 407; $8/door, $7.50/advance; 945-3139....
View ArticleYolka event highlights Russian traditions
MAYFIELD - Donning a kings' costumes and crowns, three children tried their best to convince Babushka to join them on their journey to see "Holy Child." But just like the Russian Christmas story...
View ArticleOpening up community center in Taylor a possibility
TAYLOR - The borough's community center may see a spike in membership, and not only from Taylor residents. For the first time, out-of-town residents may have the opportunity to use the center's...
View ArticleBankruptcy filings drop in 2012
Regional and nationwide bankruptcy filings decreased in 2012 for the second consecutive year. New cases in the 33-county Middle District of Pennsylvania dropped by 14 percent from 2011, federal court...
View ArticleLocal law enforcement scores good deals at surplus sales
Every month Dunmore Police Chief Patrick Reese sends a borough officer to Harrisburg to scout out the goods. Filing cabinets, generators, office printing paper, all-terrain vehicles or trailers -...
View ArticlePolice investigating $1,000-plus theft from vehicle
Police investigate theft from vehicle SMITHFIELD TWP. - State police at Swiftwater are investigating the theft of merchandise worth more than $1,000 from a vehicle parked at a Monroe County resort....
View ArticleWork to affect Harrison Avenue Bridge
Bridge shoulder, lane to be closed SCRANTON - The right lane and shoulder on the Harrison Avenue Bridge will be closed intermittently from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. today through Jan. 28 for installation of...
View ArticleCartwright hopes to meet regularly with Republican freshman class president
U.S. Rep. Matt Cartwright is looking forward to leading the newest group of Democrats in the House of Representatives. "I'm very honored that they did that," Mr. Cartwright, D-17, said during a...
View ArticleAnthracite Museum to show Knox Mine video footage
SCRANTON - The Anthracite Heritage Museum's annual Knox Mine Disaster program on Saturday will feature never-before-seen footage of the disaster and its immediate aftermath. The event, which starts at...
View ArticleSchool Notes 1/14/2013
Abington Heights Three Abington Heights students were selected as semifinalists for the 58th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Paul Cheng, Maitri Pancholy and Sarah Parkinson are among the...
View ArticleFacility home to animals saved from slaughter
MEHOOPANY TWP. - Indra Lahiri told one strain of a story to a group seated on bales in the windblown hayloft at Indraloka Animal Sanctuary on Sunday afternoon. The subjects of her tales provided the...
View ArticleWarm weather brings taste of spring
Warm air and a persistent fog melted most of the region's lingering snow on Sunday as temperatures peaked more than 20 degrees above normal. The long-delayed sun arrived in the afternoon and nudged...
View ArticleLackawanna County arts reception is Wednesday
County schedules arts reception SCRANTON - Organizations that receive annual funding from Lackawanna County will be recognized at an annual arts and culture grants ceremony scheduled Wednesday,...
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