Scranton

Commonwealth Health System and Tenor Health Foundation on Friday signed a purchase agreement for the sale of Commonwealth's three NEPA hospitals. The deal is expected to close by the end of the year, subject to funding and regulatory review.

The United Nations Association of Northeastern Pennsylvania organized a public celebration of the U.N. in front of the Lackawanna County Courthouse. The international organization's 80th anniversary was Friday.

Eight months after Matt McGloin resigned, Lackawanna County finally has a new county commissioner. Brenda Sacco took the oath of office on Wednesday.

The Connell Park Walking Club began three years ago. On Saturday the group will take its 100th walk through the park in South Scranton.

AJ Moncman is a student assistant for the football team at East Stroudsburg University. Other members of the coaching staff say he’s helped change the way they look at the game.

Paul Bechtoldt allegedly told employees at the Peckville Post Office he was was going to 'shoot up' Saturday's No Kings rally in Scranton. They called police and now he faces charges.

Halloween season is in full swing! Haunted hayrides, family-friendly fun and ghostly experiences await those in search of a scary good time in Northeast Pennsylvania.

Scranton’s mayoral candidates offered contrasting views of the city during a debate at the University of Scranton Thursday night. And, SNAP food assistance payments have been frozen as the federal government shutdown continues.

After almost a year of construction, the NEPA Youth Shelter held a grand opening for its new teen center Thursday before allowing in students from Scranton and West Scranton high schools.

Candidates for Scranton mayor debated Thursday night at the University of Scranton ahead of November’s election.