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Community remembers Ambrose Cerene, the only soldier from Olyphant killed in Vietnam

OLYPHANT, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — In 1967, Ambrose Cerene was killed by a sniper in his third tour in Vietnam. And out of the roughly 60,000 people that died in the conflict, he was the only one from Olyphant. And now, roughly 6 decades later, the Olyphant community gathered to make sure he would never be forgotten.

Olyphant, PA · 2d
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Former Lackawanna College President presented with award in Scranton

SCRANTON, Pa. — The University of Scranton presented Colonel Mark Volk with the David Wenzel Award for Public Service. Volk is a double alumnus of the university and the former president of Lackawanna College. Colonel Volk had a career spanning more than 25 years serving in the Army. The...

Scranton, PA · 2d
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BU Men’s Basketball gets road win over Misericordia

DALLAS, PA (WIVT/WBGH) – The Binghamton University Men’s Basketball team got the win on the road Nov. 11, beating Misericordia 87-62 The Bearcats traveled to PA to take on the DIII school, and it was a little too close for comfort, with it being 36-34 Binghamton at the half. But the Bearcats nearly doubled the Cougars […]

Dallas, PA · 1d

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Work continues on Archbald Borough Veterans Monument Park

The art of remembrance: Work continues on Archbald Borough Veterans Monument Park. Ten years, $1.5 million, and countless hours of volunteer effort have gone into building the park on Kennedy Drive. It's projected to be completed in Spring 2027, but the park is open to the public now. PASNAP union...

Archbald, PA · 12h
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Scranton Schools Vote to Seize Former Penn Foster Building for $2.2M

Scranton school directors voted 7-2 this week to authorize going after the former Penn Foster property at 925 Oak St. through legal action, agreeing to pay $2.2 million for the 85,000-square-foot building if the district cannot strike a deal with its current owner. The vote does not mean the purchase is final or that any taking has happened yet — it simply clears the district to pursue the acquisition if negotiations stall.

Scranton, PA · 13h

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Grammy-winning hip-hop artist brings inspiration to Wilkes-Barre Area High School students

Grammy-award winning hip-hop artist Speech came to a deep conclusion after losing friends and family as his career was taking off. “Each one of us, myself, and each one of you are here for a reason, and you have a very unique purpose and story that you are meant to tell while you are here,” he said to about 90 Wilkes-Barre Area High School students.

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 1d

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FOX56 Community Calendar through November 15

Community counts with FOX56. Here’s what’s happening in and around your area with FOX56’s Hannah Poggi:. This weekend is the Wallenpaupack High School Band and Color Guard Annual Craft Fair. The two-day event boasts more than 75 vendors, along with music, food, raffles, and family-friendly activities from 10 to 3. Admission is three dollars.

Scranton, PA · 1d

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Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza offering $10 off Trans-Siberian Orchestra tickets

Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre is offering a $10 discount on tickets to see Trans-Siberian Orchestra on November 24th through noon on Monday, November 16. Simply use the code WINTER when purchasing tickets on ticketmaster.com. Please note that this deal is only valid for purchased made through the Ticket Master website.

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 2d

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Tunkhannock local business take the stage in first annual 'Tiger Tank'

TUNKHANNOCK, WYOMING CO. (WOLF) — On Thursday night, owners of five small businesses stepped into the Tiger Tank, but it wasn’t at a zoo or sanctuary, it was at the Dietrich theater – and they all had their eyes on the prize: a ten-thousand-dollar check. “I just...

Tunkhannock, PA · 1d

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Jessup Christmas House returns, lighting Winthrop Street nightly through Jan. 7

ARCHBALD, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — The holiday season is already shining bright in Lackawanna County, where the Jessup Christmas House is lighting up Winthrop Street with nearly 700 decorations, primarily nostalgic holiday blow molds. Homeowner Matt Somers began collecting holiday blow molds after moving from Scranton in 2019, finding...

Jessup, PA · 2d

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The Wright Center and Scranton Prep students lead the fight against food insecurity

Scranton Preparatory School students, faculty, and alumni are demonstrating the power of community and service through the annual Great Ignatian Challenge, a nationwide food drive benefiting families and individuals in need. The month-long initiative brings together Jesuit high schools across the country, with Scranton Prep continuing its longstanding commitment to fighting food insecurity throughout Northeast Pennsylvania by partnering with The Wright Center for Patient & Community Engagement.

Scranton, PA · 1d

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Glenn Records 100th Career Block, Blue Jays' Season Ends in Landmark Semifinals at Scranton

SCRANTON, Pa. — The Elizabethtown College women's volleyball team saw its season come to a close Thursday night, falling to Scranton, 3-0, in the Landmark Conference semifinals at the John Long Center. The Royals took the match by set scores of 25-21, 25-21 and 25-16. SeniorMarah Glenn closed out...

Scranton, PA · 1d

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Lackawanna Pro Bono celebrates 29 years of service at annual fundraising gala

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Lackawanna Pro Bono marked 29 years of advancing equal access to justice at its 18th annual fundraising gala Thursday evening at the Scranton Cultural Center. Each year, Lackawanna Pro Bono honors community leaders for their service through the Attorney Robert W. Munley Distinguished Service...

Scranton, PA · 15h

Times Leader

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Editorial: One woman’s life brought many faiths together

You could get swept up by how old walls seemed to have fallen. The group inside Temple Israel Sunday afternoon had religious differences but e

Wilkes-Barre, PA · 1d

Tri-County Independent

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Wallenpaupack Area football faces top-ranked Dallas in district semis

HAWLEY — Wallenpaupack Area travels to Dallas tonight to take on the top-ranked Mountaineers in the District 2 Class 4A high school football semifinals. The Buckhorns (7-4) are seeded fourth and coming off a 31-14 victory over perennial powerhouse Berwick in the quarterfinals. Dallas enters the contest undefeated (11-0) after cruising to a 48-14 victory against No. 8 Hanover Area. More: Wallenpaupack Area football suffers Homecoming loss to Scranton Prep Also by Kevin Edwards: Tailback Eddie Kiesendahl leads a resurgent Paupack football team “Our kids are really excited,” head coach Matt Nawrocki said. “It has been a great year for us so far and we are definitely looking forward to tonight’s game.” Opening kick-off is slated for 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 on the turf at Mountaineer Stadium. The stage is set Paupack closed out its regular season Lackawanna Football Conference campaign with an overall record of 6-4. The Buckhorns went 4-3 in an always-rugged Division I, finishing fourth in the standings behind Scranton Prep (9-1), North Pocono (9-1) and Abington Heights (6-4). Nawrocki thinks that the weekly challenge of competing in such a tough division has prepared his squad for a deep playoff run. “I believe we are battle-hardened

Dallas, PA · 13h

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Mid Valley School District Seeks to Intervene in Olyphant Data Center Lawsuit

Mid Valley School District Seeks to Intervene in Olyphant Data Center Lawsuit

Olyphant, PA · 15h

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Southern New York Weather Alert: Snow, Cold Through Sunday Nov 15

Cold temperatures in the 30s and 40s continue as scattered wintry precipitation lingers through Sunday.

Binghamton, NY · 20h

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Maternal and Family Health Services Receives $25,000 Grant from Scranton Area Community Foundation to Sustain Essential Health Services in Lackawanna County

Maternal and Family Health Services (MFHS) has received a $25,000 grant from the Scranton Area Community Foundation through its 2026 Community Support Initiative. The grant will help MFHS maintain essential clinical and supportive services while navigating fluctuations in external funding and maintain continuity of care for the individuals and families who rely on MFHS services.

Lackawanna County, PA · 1d

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Scranton School Board plans to purchase former Penn Foster building for $2.2M

"Our district has been growing. Scranton has been growing, and our special needs population in particular has been growing almost explosively," said Tom Borthwick, Scranton School Board President. Behind overgrown weeds and across an empty parking lot lies an opportunity that Scranton School Board President Tom Borthwick says will allow...

Scranton, PA · 2d

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Former St. Cecilia’s Church in Exeter to become Luzerne County history center

EXETER, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A former church that served as a gathering place for generations is being planned as a new home for Luzerne County’s history. The Luzerne County Historical Society outlined plans Tuesday for a $5.5 million to $6 million museum, research library and community center at the former St. Cecilia’s Church. The project is expected to take about three years before the facility opens.

Luzerne County, PA · 1d