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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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Public Meeting Set on Stormwater Projects in North Scranton, Tripp Park, and West Scranton 

On Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., the City of Scranton will hold a community meeting at Holy Rosary Hall, 316 W. Market St.,...

February 7, 2024

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Scranton City Hall Restoration Project Takes First Steps 

On Monday, February 5, 2024, crews from Dunmore Roofing and Supply Company are expected to begin placing scaffolding around Scranton City...

February 5, 2024

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Scranton Celebrates Black History Month with Flag Raising at City Hall

In partnership with the Black Scranton Project (BSP), Mayor Paige G. Cognetti and city officials hosted the annual Pan-African Flag Raising...

February 3, 2024

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City of Scranton Honors Sports Emmy Winner Erin Moskalczak

Mayor Paige G. Cognetti and City Councilmembers issued a joint proclamation honoring Erin Moskalczak at last night’s City Council...

February 1, 2024

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