The Voice Winner Jake Hoot to Perform in Scranton
Country singer to take the stage at Scranton Cultural Center in June
Penguins Shut Out by Crunch in AHL Matchup
New US Database Tracks American Water Use for Better Management
Sports
Scranton men outlast Susquehanna in high-scoring game
Six players score in double figures as Royals win Landmark Conference matchup

Scranton Prep Wins Big at 2026 Les Richards Swimming Championships
Scranton Prep dominates girls events at annual high school swimming competition in Pennsylvania
Scranton Prep's Oakes wins four gold medals again at Les Richards Championships
Junior swimmer continues to build on her remarkable high school swimming legacy
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.
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.