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Say hello to the big, yellow plow
As Sherman Snyder gets ready for a test run of his PennDOT snowplow truck, winter seems like a far-off concept.
Statewide grand jury eyes Pennsylvaniaa s casino licensing
A statewide grand jury in Pittsburgh is investigating whether casino licenses in 2006 were steered to some applicants, but the former chairman of the Gaming Control Board on Tuesday called the inquiry "a total waste of taxpayers' money." The grand jury under Attorney General Tom Corbett is examining decisions to award licenses to Don Barden of ...
A man from Lackawanna County faces drug and theft charges after police searched his home Monday.
Early holiday decorations ploy to attract shoppers early
Businesses across the region have pulled out decorations and discounts early this year in hopes of heading off what analysts say may be a blue Christmas for retailers.
Veterans honored in Scranton ceremony
The Koch-Conley American Legion Post 121 hosted the Veterans Day memorial ceremony that took place at 11 a.m. Wreaths from veterans' organizations were placed in the Lackawanna County Veterans Memorial Plaza.
A fire that damaged a borough residence over the weekend has been ruled an arson by a state police fire marshal.
Townhouse plans linked to corruption probe now proceeding
Cat's Whispering Ridge development is on the Nov. 17 Wright Township planners' agenda.
At its monthly meeting Oct. 21, the Lakeland School District board of directors unanimously voted to pass a resolution supporting a $20 million bond that will be used to renovate the Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County.
All-star finale set for Pennsylvania Jazz Society
When it comes to Dixieland music, there is no shortage of bands in northeastern Pennsylvania that can be heard performing one or more of the genre's three distinct styles.
Businessman Killed in Wyoming County Crash
Family and friends are mourning the loss of a well-known businessman from Susquehanna County.
Live chat: Discuss the results
Participate in our election results forum below, beginning when the polls close at 8 p.m. Below are unofficial results of Lackawanna County voting in Scranton, Dunmore, Carbondale and countywide races, as counted by The Times-Tribune. Diocesan priest removed for displaying 'inappropriate' photos before Mass A priest in the Diocese of Scranton has ...
The brother of former Lackawanna County Commissioner Robert C. Cordaro testified Tuesday before a federal grand jury in Scranton.
Mount Pocono shoplifting suspect had heroin bags, needles
MOUNT POCONO Police say shoplifting suspect had heroin bags, needles One of two shoplifting suspects accused of stealing video games Tuesday from the Kmart in Mount Pocono came to the store with hypodermic needles and empty heroin bags, police said.
Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation for Lackawanna County Bill Davis is animated when he talks about the Abingtons new Boundless Playground that is set to open October 31.
Dunmore council talks finances to make it through 2009
Borough council has secured a $1.36 million loan for the underfunded 2008 budget.
Judge candidate Castellano touts experience
The scandal that grew out of Luzerne County's juvenile court system and led to the arrest of two judges could never happen in Lackawanna County, judicial candidate Frank Castellano said Wednesday.
Bankruptcy filings in NEPA on path to surpass 2008 totals
Font size: [A] [A] [A] Regional bankruptcy filings in the third quarter ebbed slightly from a fierce pace through the first half of 2009, but are on course to surpass 2008 totals by more than 18 percent.
Theft May Rebound on The Thief
Dunmore State Police may have a photographic break, as they investigate a half-dozen, automotive break-ins around Swartz Valley Road, and Route 5-02, in Lackawanna County's Springbrook Township.
Catholic priest Timchak faces child pornography charges
Previously serving churches in Luzerne County, clergyman is arraigned in Pike County.