Weather
Scranton DPW Faces Discipline Over High Callouts During Snowstorm
City report cites record-high absences during January blizzard, raising concerns about staffing and response
Scranton Issues Code Blue Alert as Bitter Cold Returns
Frigid wind chills prompt emergency shelter openings over three nights
Two-Alarm Fire Breaks Out in South Scranton
Several families displaced after blaze on Prospect Avenue
Crime
Scranton Woman Charged After Kicking, Threatening Police Officer
Erin Lovallo faces multiple charges including aggravated assault on a police officer.
Lackawanna County Court Notes Roundup for March 4, 2026
A summary of the latest marriage licenses, property transactions, divorce filings, and estate cases in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania.
Five Displaced, Firefighter Injured in Scranton Blaze
Firefighter hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after the Monday afternoon fire on Crown Avenue in South Side
Lifestyle
Scranton Gears Up for Annual St. Patrick's Parade
Thousands expected to celebrate Irish heritage in downtown Scranton this Saturday
Lackawanna County Hosts Annual Helen Keller Event, Marywood University Honors Locals
Regional news roundup includes upcoming community events and program applications.
Scranton Library Book Sale Draws Bibliophiles
Friends of the Scranton Public Library's annual book sale runs through Saturday at the Marketplace at Steamtown.
Sports
West Scranton Swimmer Ayala Finishes 14th in PIAA Class 3A Championships
Senior Roy Ayala closes out high school career with improved school record times
West Scranton defeats Scranton in boys tennis opener
Aaron Castro's singles win leads Invaders to 3-2 victory over city rival
Steelers Sign Standout Safety with Pittsburgh Ties
Former Chicago Bears star Jaquan Brisker joins the Steelers' stacked secondary.
Politics
Gavin Newsom's 'Mr. Nice Guy' Image Faces Challenges
Analysts question if Newsom's approachable persona will resonate in post-Trump political landscape.
Cognetti accuses Bresnahan of 'public corruption' involving stock trades
Scranton mayor and congressional candidate alleges Republican incumbent traded on insider information
Scranton Democrat McHale won't run for Congress
His decision not to run clears a path for Scranton Mayor Paige Gebhardt Cognetti in the Democratic primary.
