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Paige Cognetti wins seat in U.S. House of Representatives

Paige Cognetti, a democrat from Eugene, Oregon and the former mayor of Scranton won the election against Republican incumbent Rob Bresnahan on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 at 10:41 p.m. EST. Cognetti studied at the University of Oregon Clark Honors College to complete her undergraduate degree in 1998-2002. She graduated summa...

Scranton, PA · 20h
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Abandoned Pa. rail corridor gets new life as trail with scenic 400-foot bridge to cross

A former railroad corridor that once carried coal trains through northeastern Pennsylvania has been transformed into a recreational trail more than four decades after public money was first committed to preserving the property. The new North Pocono Trail follows 3.2 miles of the former Erie and Wyoming Railroad corridor between...

Lackawanna County, PA · 14h
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Luzerne County 911 holding job fairs to fill 24 dispatcher openings

With numerous telecommunicator vacancies to fill, Luzerne County 911 is holding job fairs at its Hanover Township facility Thursday, Nov. 12 a

Luzerne County, PA · 1d

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Ryan Township approves purchase of new police cruiser

BARNESVILLE – One of the oldest police cruisers still in service in our area is... The article Ryan Township approves purchase of new police cruiser first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Barnesville, PA · 1d

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North Shore Railroad’s Veterans Benefit Voyage raises $16,000

Northumberland, Pa. — North Shore Railroad Company & Affiliates has raised $16,000 for two veterans nonprofits through its third annual Veterans Benefit Voyage. The railroad presented checks of $8,000 each to Hunts for Healing and Expedition Orange on Nov. 4. Heavy rain at the primary event, held July 18 at Test Track Park during Berwick’s World War II Weekend, reduced ridership in the year’s first voyage. To make up the difference, the railroad added proceeds from some ticket sales from later passenger events, including rides at Stallion Infrastructure in Montoursville on Aug. 22 and during Danville’s Heritage Festival, to make the donation more substantial. Hunts for Healing offers outdoor recreation such as fishing and hunting for wounded warriors and is run entirely by volunteers. Expedition Orange uses horse and rider to raise national awareness and support for Vietnam veterans and families affected by Agent Orange exposure, and gives $1,000 to a veterans home in each state it visits. Both organizations pledge to put 100% of donations toward veterans. In 2024, the railroad dedicated two locomotives to members of the U.S. military: LVRR 9052, the Veterans Unit, and LVRR 9050, the Memorial Unit. This year’s rides also featured the railroad’s Semiquincentennial

Northumberland, PA · 1d

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Schuylkill County Native Named Principal of St. Joseph Center for Special Learning

SCHUYLKILL HAVEN — St. Joseph Center for Special Learning has named Elisabeth Hughes as its new principal, bringing an educator with 24 years of experience and local ties to lead its programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Hughes will serve as the center’s chief executive and educational leader, overseeing both its school-age program and Adult Program. She succeeds Bob Giba, who became principal in 2019. Experience in Schuylkill County Schools An Orwigsburg native, Hughes spent more than two decades in the Schuylkill Haven Area School District, where she taught first and third grades before serving as a Title I reading specialist from 2014 to 2024. During that time, she worked with fellow Title I teachers to develop an Orton-Gillingham reading curriculum for kindergarten and second grade. Since January 2025, Hughes has worked as a reading interventionist in the Blue Mountain School District. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Elizabethtown College, a master’s degree in education from Alvernia University and a reading specialist certificate from Wilkes University. She also is certified in special education and the Orton-Gillingham approach to reading instruction and has training in Science of Reading methods. “Elisabeth Hughes has spent her

Schuylkill County, PA · 1d

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Resurfacing Project Begins Today on Route 61

Drivers are advised that a roadway resurfacing project begins this week on Route 61 in Kulpmont Borough and Coal Township, Northumberland County. Beginning Wednesday, November 11, the contractor, HRI, Inc. and a sub-contractor will begin performing base repairs on Route 61 between Shamokin and Kulpmont. Motorists can expect lane restrictions with traffic controlled by flaggers. This work is expected to be completed in two-three weeks.

Northumberland County, PA · 1d

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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 · 1d

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Montour County Trails Face Hunting Season Closures

DANVILLE — Trail users in Montour County are being reminded to take extra precautions as hunting season continues. The Montour Area Recreation Commission says deer archery season runs through November 20, followed by firearms season beginning November 28. MARC says Hopewell Park and Danville Borough Farm trails will close...

Montour County, 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 · 21h

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NASD mulls ‘bell-to-bell’ cellphone policy

Statewide ban of students’ use during school day will take effect fall 2027. A new cellphone use policy for students will be implemented in Northampton Area School District. NASD Superintendent of Schools Joseph S. Kovalchik made the announcement at the Nov. 9 board of education meeting. “The state of...

Northampton, PA · 1d

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Danville Route 11 paving finishes two weeks early

Danville, Pa. — A $1.6 million paving project on Route 11 in Danville Borough and Mahoning Township, Montour County, is complete, PennDOT announced Tuesday. The project finished two weeks ahead of schedule, the department said. HRI, Inc. was the prime contractor for the resurfacing between Railroad Street in Danville Borough and Clinic Road in Mahoning Township. Work included base repairs, milling, resurfacing, line painting and sign upgrades. Work began Oct. 5 and was completed the week of Nov. 10.

Danville, PA · 1d

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Scranton School District Authorizes Eminent Domain for Vacant Building

Scranton School District Authorizes Eminent Domain for Vacant Building

Scranton, PA · 1d

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

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Mahanoy Twp. adds data center regulations as developer mulls old power plant site

MAHANOY CITY – Mahanoy Township voted to adopt regulations pertaining to data centers a week... The article Mahanoy Twp. adds data center regulations as developer mulls old power plant site first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel .

Mahanoy City, PA · 1d

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City council considers rule changes on e-bikes

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As e-bikes become more common, Scranton City Council is looking at new rules aimed at improving safety. The proposed changes would restrict where e-bikes can be operated and how they are operated. The use of e-bikes is growing rapidly in many communities, including in Scranton. Many people, especially those who […]

Scranton, PA · 2d

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Jenkins Township neighbors fear for health amid foul odor

JENKINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The issue of strong odors and black gunk continues on Westminster Road in Jenkins Township again this week. Fire crews were in the neighborhood Sunday night conducting testing on the area’s sewer system. Neighbors say the odors worsened from Sunday into Monday. David Slevenski and his family moved into […]

Jenkins Township, PA · 2d

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Orwigsburg Attorney Lora J. McDonald Announces Bid for Schuylkill County Magisterial District Judge

ORWIGSBURG — Attorney Lora J. McDonald has announced her candidacy for magisterial district judge in District Court 21-3-03, serving Orwigsburg and surrounding communities, in the 2027 election. McDonald, an Orwigsburg resident with more than 30 years of legal experience, cited her work in private practice, public defense and courtroom litigation as preparation for the position. “After more than 30 years of practicing law in Schuylkill County, I believe my experience, knowledge, and dedication to public service have prepared me for the responsibility of serving as Magisterial District Judge,” McDonald said in her announcement. Legal Experience and Education Her legal practice has included criminal defense, family law, custody, child support, estates, guardianships, real estate and personal injury matters. “Throughout my career, I have represented individuals and families from all walks of life. My experience in private practice, as an Assistant Public Defender, and in the courtroom has given me a strong understanding of the law and the importance of treating every individual with fairness, dignity, and respect,” she said. A 1986 honors graduate of Nativity BVM High School, McDonald earned a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from DeSales University in 1990, graduating summa cum laude. She received her Juris Doctor from

Orwigsburg, 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 · 1d

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Non-profits host donation drive to support local veterans

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two non-profits in Lackawanna County had an opportunity to give back this Veterans Day. Scranton Tomorrow and the Scranton Rotary Club are collecting donations to give to local veterans. New men's and women's clothing, personal care items, and activities like coloring books or word...

Scranton, PA · 1d