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Samantha Lowe Participates in Donning of the Stole Ceremony
PARSIPPANY — Samantha M. Lowe was among the nearly 70 members of The University of Scranton’s class of 2024 who participated in the Jesuit school’s Donning of the Stole Ceremony. The annual ceremony celebrates and honors the accomplishments of members of its graduating class from underrepresented identities who received their undergraduate degrees. The purpose of the ceremony, which was a student-led initiative, was to highlight the students’ success in overcoming the particular barriers and obstacles faced by students from these groups, particularly students of color, in attaining a higher education.
A new national spotlight shines on Josh Shapiro’s contested environmental record
It was supposed to be a triumphant moment. Five months ago, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro traveled to a union hall in Scranton to announce a new energy plan his administration touted as a “bold vision for Pennsylvania’s energy future.” But his speech was interrupted with a searing question from a resident of a Pennsylvania town that became […]
Annaise Vazquez of Piscataway Participates in University of Scranton's Donning of the Stole Ceremony
SCRANTON, PA -- Annaise N. Vazquez of Piscataway was among the nearly 70 members of The University of Scranton's class of 2024 who participated in the Jesuit school's Donning of the Stole Ceremony. The annual ceremony celebrates and honors the accomplishments of members of its graduating class from underrepresented identities who received their undergraduate degrees. The purpose of the ceremony, which was a student-led initiative, was to highlight the students' success in overcoming the particular barriers and obstacles faced by students from these groups, particularly students of color, in attaining a higher education.
‘Piece Of Alsace’ Finds A Home In The Hudson Valley
The Hudson Valley has a wide variety of different businesses. Locally owned eateries, boutiques and venues bring a unique experience to the Hudson Valley region. This year, a new Turkish eatery, Nilufer’s Home Kitchen opened in Beacon, NY bringing roasted eggplant, baklava, cheesecake, tahini pastries and more. Also in...
Senator demands CHS find 'trustworthy buyer' for Pennsylvania hospitals
U.S. Sen. Bob Casey has alleged that Franklin, Tenn.-based Community Health System prioritizes profits over quality care and is demanding the system find a trustworthy buyer for two of its Pennsylvania hospitals it plans to sell. In a July 25 letter to CHS CEO Tim Hingtgen, Mr. Casey claims that...
Motorcycle ride held in memory of man killed in crash
LACKAWANNA COUNTY, Pa. — Motorcycle riders gathered in part of Lackawanna County on Sunday to remember a friend who passed away. Alex Petrovich, 23, of Eynon, was killed in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 81 North in Moosic back in July of 2023. To honor Petrovich's memory, dozens came...
Scranton police charge man for inappropriate contact with minor
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A man was arrested for having inappropriate contact with a child. The Scranton Police Department arrested 25-year-old Brant Everett after the special victim's unit investigated a report of child sexual assault. In an interview with police, Everett made admissions about his role in having...