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Commissioners proclaim Family Reunification Month
4+ hour, 38+ min ago (208+ words) Scranton Times-Tribune The Lackawanna County commissioners proclaimed June as Family Reunification Month to laud parents and agencies for their work in ensuring that families get back together. County officials said the family unit is the foundation for a child's security,…...
Scranton School District cyber students, families, teachers get together
2+ week, 11+ hour ago (338+ words) The Scranton School District Cyber Academy hosted its annual picnic for students and their families Wednesday at the Schimilfenig Pavilion at Nay Aug Park. The picnic offers a chance for the online students to interact with their peers and spend…...
Summer job picture evolving as more people enter the fray
3+ week, 4+ day ago (1018+ words) After the final school bell rings for the academic year, fewer high school students may head for jobs at fast-food chains and retail shops " some on their own volition and others due to an ongoing shift in the job market…...
University of Scranton celebrates work of student scholars
1+ mon, 2+ day ago (171+ words) The university's Celebration of Student Scholars on Wednesday showcased more than 120 student-led research projects with poster sessions and oral presentations. The University of Scranton's Celebration of Student Scholars on Wednesday showcased more than 120 student-led research projects with poster sessions and…...
University of Success receives gift – Scranton Times-Tribune
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (103+ words) Peoples Security Bank and Trust recently presented an Educational Improvement Tax Credit gift to the University of Scranton’s University of Success. Founded in 1996, the University of Success is a four-year, pre-college program that provides local high school students with academic,…...
Child care facilities in the Abingtons expand
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1119+ words) Four child care facilities in Lackawanna County are expanding their presence in the Abingtons. The operators of Daydreamers Child Care, Edison Early Learning Center, Abington Kids Creative Learning Center and Northeastern Child Care Services say the growing need for quality…...
PHOTOS: Give Kids a Smile event promotes healthy dental habits
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (160+ words) Student dental hygienists at Fortis Institute in Scranton performed dental exams Monday as part of Give Kids a Smile. The American Dental Association Foundation program provides dental services to. .. Student dental hygienists at Fortis Institute in Scranton performed dental exams…...
State organization honors Marywood School of Architecture
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (160+ words) Scranton Times-Tribune The Marywood University School of Architecture received the 2025 Social Impact Award from the American Institute of Architects Pennsylvania in December. The award recognizes outstanding contributions to advance the built environment and the architectural profession across the state. Marywood…...
Twirling for a cause: Double "R" Twirlettes to host 47th annual twirl-a-thon
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (682+ words) Forty-seven years ago, the Double "R" Twirlettes hosted their very first twirl-a-thon to benefit the works and mission of St. Joseph's Center in Dunmore. Now, once again, the culmination of their fundraising efforts will be celebrated at the Viewmont Mall…...
In the wake of US social media verdicts, a look at what limits other countries have imposed for kids
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (449+ words) By BARBARA ORTUTAY, AP Technology Writer Dual jury verdicts this week have validated longstanding concerns about the dangers of social media for young people. But the U. S. lacks federal regulation that meaningfully addresses these harms. On Wednesday, a Los Angeles jury…...