Crime
Dunmore Man Charged for Theft at Turkey Hill
Suspect stole lottery tickets, vapes, and other items worth around $850
Susquehanna County Man Impersonated Fire Captain, Police Say
Troopers say Samuel Rodriguez-Ramos used red and blue lights while interacting with a motorist on I-81.
Lehigh Valley Hospital Fire Prompts Evacuation, 1 Firefighter Injured
The blaze was contained to the outpatient orthopedic area, but the main hospital sustained smoke and water damage.
Lifestyle
Scranton Schools Chief to Lead St. Patrick's Parade
Erin Keating, superintendent of Scranton schools, will serve as grand marshal for the city's annual St. Patrick's Day parade.
Lackawanna County Court Notes, February 11, 2026
Marriage licenses, property transactions, divorces, and estates filed in Lackawanna County
Two Florham Park Students Make University of Scranton's Dean's List
The Dean's List recognizes academic excellence at the Jesuit university.
Business
Epstein Explored Buying Virgin Islands Newspaper from Times-Shamrock
Disgraced financier looked to purchase the Virgin Islands Daily News in 2013, files show.
Cally Sullivan Appointed Managing Director of Kistler Tiffany Benefits
OneDigital and Kistler Tiffany Benefits (KTB) announce the appointment of Cally Sullivan as the new Managing Director.
Tenor Completes Acquisition of Commonwealth Health Hospitals
The nonprofit Tenor Health Foundation takes over struggling Scranton and Wilkes-Barre facilities.
Sports
Horutz, Sobeck claim Les Richards diving titles
Abington Heights and Tunkhannock athletes win high school diving championships
Scranton Prep swimmers dominate 2026 Les Richards Championships
Scranton Prep girls and boys teams take home multiple titles at the annual high school swimming event.
Abington Heights' Horutz and Tunkhannock's Sobeck claim diving titles
Horutz edges teammate Micah White in boys' competition, while Sobeck dominates girls' event at Les Richards Diving Championships
Politics
Lackawanna County Commissioner Gaughan criticizes new communications policy
New policy requires at least two commissioners to approve any county statements or postings.
Gazans Have Chance to Reject Hamas, Says Letter Writer
Letter to the editor argues Palestinians should seize opportunity to build prosperity instead of conflict.
Shapiro Outlines Data Center Standards, Boosts Funding for Emergency Responders in Budget Address
Pennsylvania governor's proposals aim to balance economic growth with community needs and environmental protections.
