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City of Scranton Opens Veterans’ Grants Applications Through April 19 

The City of Scranton is announcing a total of $85,000 in grants available to nonprofit organizations located within the City that serve...

March 19, 2024

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City of Scranton Credit Rating Jumps Two Grades, Now BBB+

The City of Scranton’s credit rating, a review of its financial creditworthiness, rose two levels this month, according to a Standard...

March 11, 2024

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Scranton Opening New ARPA Arts Community Grants

The City of Scranton will offer $500,000 total in grants to artists and art organizations through a new application announced Thursday,...

February 29, 2024

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White House officials join Scranton ARPA small business grant announcement 

Senior White House officials brought their “Investing in America” tour to Scranton on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, to witness the City’s...

February 27, 2024

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City of Scranton Closing Part of Theodore Street on Tuesday 

The City of Scranton will close Theodore Street between Ralph and Return Avenues, effective 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024. The road...

February 27, 2024

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President Biden Announces Key Appointments to Boards and Commissions

WASHINGTON – Today, President Biden announced his intent to appoint the following individuals as members of the Advisory Committee for...

February 23, 2024

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From the Desk of Mayor Cognetti: Nurturing Community Solutions to Prevent Violence in Scranton

There is no denying that the last month in Scranton has been difficult. It’s important that our residents know how devoted our...

February 20, 2024

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Public Stormwater Project Meeting Rescheduled to Feb. 26; Separate Meeting on Minooka Project is Feb. 22

The City of Scranton has rescheduled a public meeting on stormwater infrastructure projects in North Scranton, Tripp Park, and West...

February 17, 2024

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Businesses Reminded that the Deadline for Submitting the 2023 Fourth Quarter Payroll Preparation Tax Return is Wednesday, February 28, 2024 

Entities conducting business within the City of Scranton are reminded that the due date to submit their fourth quarter tax return for the...

February 13, 2024

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City Hall Closure for Tuesday, February 13 

In anticipation of winter weather and heavy snow fall, Scranton City Hall and Weston Field will be closed on Tuesday, February 13.  To...

February 12, 2024

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