5+ mon, 1+ day ago (339+ words) The Times-Tribune captured seven 2024 Keystone Media Awards in a contest sponsored by the Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association. Overall, 19 awards were won by members of MediaNews Group's NEPA news team. The Times-Tribune competes in Division II against newspapers throughout the state of similar size. Jim Lockwood of The Times-Tribune won the Public Notices specialty award given out across all circulation divisions. The award recognizes excellence in journalism that draws reader attention to public notices. "Jim remains vigilant when it comes to scouring the small-print legal notices in the newspaper," Holeva said. "No one in the state does a better job of tracking Public Notices. Judges across the country who evaluate the Keystone awards each year continue to recognize the quality of reporting Jim does to hold governments accountable." Christopher J. Kelly, first place in the Column category, for "The price of unserious people,…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago (635+ words) A Lackawanna County judge denied defense attorneys" requests to move the trial of two men charged in the shooting of Scranton police Detective Kyle Gilmartin out of the county. Judge Michael Barrasse on July 2 rejected the request for change of venue without prejudice, saying the court could address the matter again if it comes up during jury selection. The request to move the trial was made on the grounds of pretrial publicity. Aiden Deininger, 21, of Old Forge, is charged with three counts of attempted murder of law enforcement officers and other violations. Jeremiah Cleveland, 20, of Mayfield, faces criminal solicitation and gun charges in connection with two related shootings. Deininger was 20 and Cleveland was 19 in January 2024 when Gilmartin was shot. The judge also denied a request that the trials be severed, or held separately. Terry McDonald, Cleveland"s defense attorney, argued…...

8+ mon, 3+ week ago (28+ words) Steve Bennett has been covering sports for The Citizens" Voice since 1997. His primary coverage focuses on the high school sports in the Wyoming Valley Conference. [email protected] ......

7+ mon, 3+ week ago (328+ words) St. Paul's Church in Scranton was the setting April 5 for the wedding of Clare Elizabeth Schoen, Scranton, and James Haggerty McGrath, Dunmore. The bride is the daughter of William and Cathleen Schoen, Scranton. The bridegroom is the son of Christopher and Jean McGrath, Dunmore. The Rev. Angelo Rizzo, S.J., officiated at the 1 p.m. [] St. Paul's Church in Scranton was the setting April 5 for the wedding of Clare Elizabeth Schoen, Scranton, and James Haggerty McGrath, Dunmore. The bride is the daughter of William and Cathleen Schoen, Scranton. The bridegroom is the son of Christopher and Jean McGrath, Dunmore. The Rev. Angelo Rizzo, S.J., officiated at the 1 p.m. ceremony. Sean Ann Schoen, Dunmore, sister-in-law of the bride, was matron of honor. Margaret McGrath, Dunmore, sister of the bridegroom, was maid of honor. Bridesmaids were Cecelia McGrath, San Jose, Calif., and Nora McGrath, New York City, sisters…...

6+ mon, 1+ week ago (32+ words) States should think twice before creating state strategic crypto reserves before following New Hampshire's lead. That state's lawmakers have placed a dubious bet using public funds on a shady and ......

2+ week, 6+ day ago (30+ words) Today, the illicit vape trade stands out as one of the most dangerous challenges in our society. Its fingerprints stretch from factories in Shenzhen to corner stores in counties across ......

8+ mon, 2+ week ago (769+ words) Defense attorneys for Aiden Deininger and Jeremiah Cleveland, the two men charged in the shooting of Scranton police Detective Kyle Gilmartin in January 2024, are asking the court to move the trial out of Lackawanna County on the grounds of pretrial publicity. Deininger, 21, of Old Forge, is charged with three counts of attempted murder of law enforcement officers and other violations, and Cleveland, 20, of Mayfield, faces charges of criminal solicitation and gun charges in connection with two prior related shootings. Deininger was 20 and Cleveland was 19 at the time of Gilmartin's shooting. Cleveland's defense attorney, Terry McDonald, argued for a separate trial for his client, referencing Cleveland's livestream on Instagram at the time of the shooting, miles away from the scene. McDonald said he takes issue with the district attorney's assertion that Cleveland sent Deininger to the 500 block of North Decker Court,…...

8+ mon, 3+ week ago (220+ words) Edward John Evans, Jr., 82, a resident of Moosic, died Thursday morning in the Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center. Ed was a talented line dancer who belonged to The Anthracite Rose Dance Club. It was his absolute favorite pastime. A man who possessed a green thumb, he also loved to spend time in his yard and enjoy nature. Ed was never more elated than when in the company of his grandkids. They brought him happiness, peace, and contentment; and he loved them so. Ed was also preceded in death by his daughter, Denise Zaleski; his son, John A. Evans; his brother, Robert Evans; and his sister, Alice Morgan. A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday evening at 7:30 PM in Ferri & Gillette Funeral Services, LLC, 522 Fallon St., Old Forge with services by Rev. Dr. Michael Shambora. Interment will be at a later date…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago (617+ words) Since I was old enough to visit "Mr. Rogers" Neighborhood," I"ve lived rent-free on "Sesame Street." I never paid "The Electric Company" or bought a ticket for "Masterpiece Theater." Throughout my 57-plus years on this planet, public broadcasting has enriched my life in any number of ways. Until a week ago, I never paid a penny for it. I"m ashamed to say I"ve always taken PBS and NPR for granted. Both are free to consume, but not to produce. The impact of public media in a free society is priceless. Keeping it free is costly. Keeping it alive requires kicking in, which Chrissy and I did with a monthly pledge. It"s not much, but any investment in an essential American institution is guaranteed to pay significant dividends. "Despite the extraordinary efforts of millions of Americans who…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago (300+ words) 2025: The Trojans are coming off a win in the Eastern Conference playoffs and have a lot of talent returning, especially at the skill positions. 2025: The Cavaliers have dominated against league and District 2 opponents in the last decade, but the team suffered heavy losses due to graduation, a transfer, and a key injury. 2025: There is a buzz surrounding the Vikings after the team won the District 2 Class 2A championship and reached the PIAA semifinals, with Tavian Branch committed to Rutgers. 2025: The Lions lost experienced and talented players from a District 2 Class 1A championship team, but the program never seems to rebuild and has 14 starters returning. 2025: The Comets are coming off a District 2 Class 5A championship season and will have Nick Bradley, one of the top athletes in the conference, leading the way at quarterback. 2025: Once again, the Warriors will have a difficult early part…...