Scranton

People of all different faiths and backgrounds recently explored the idea of America from sea to shining sea. In the social hall of Temple Hesed in Scranton, a large group read the poem “America the Beautiful” – then discussed what it means to them.

Temple Hesed is part of a local religious coalition hosting Faith250 talks throughout the next few months exploring American sacred texts.

Summer basketball has ended in Scranton. Bob is with Roger in the WVIA podcast studio, and we'll hear what Jaylen Alers and Michael Chalk about their victories and the regular season to come.

Scranton officials want Pennsylvania American Water to prioritize fixing a water main that broke twice in 10 days. Downtown businesses and government buildings had to close and residents were without water. In the meantime, the city will look for some sort of funding to help cover costs.

Two water main breaks in Scranton happened 10 days apart and closed businesses and government buildings. Residents went without water.

A century ago, the Pennsylvania Power and Light Company of Allentown – now PPL – dammed the Wallenpaupack River to provide hydroelectric power for the region. The project created Lake Wallenpaupack and generated not only electricity but also a $72 billion per year outdoor economy for the Poconos.

Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti held a press conference Tuesday and asked residents and businesses to report their losses to help find funding.

The latest as of Monday night: Pa. American water expects to complete repairs by 9 a.m. Tuesday; city and county buildings expected to reopen later Tuesday morning.

On today's update to date, data center protest, PJM grid, Pa. updates its measles dashboard and a shooting in Scranton

The 2026 Solemn Novena to St. Ann continues this week at St. Ann’s Basilica on St. Ann Street in West Scranton.