Lackawanna Historical Society Spotlight Art for Anthracite Heritage Month Each January, museums, educational institutions, and public organizations observe Anthracite Mining Heritage Month, a regional observance focusing on the history and culture of the anthracite region of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The Lackawanna Historical Society will present two programs at the end of the month, exploring topics of unionization and industry in the coal region. On Sunday, January 26 at 2pm, join us for “Artistic Expressions in Anthracite,” a panel discussion at the Catlin House, 232 Monroe Avenue, Scranton. Our expert panelists will discuss how anthracite has been expressed through different artistic mediums: Chester Kulesa, former site administrator of the PA Anthracite Heritage Museum, will speak on photography; Richard Stanislaus, former curator of the PA Anthracite Heritage Museum, will discuss paintings and illustrations; and F. Charles Petrillo, local author and historian, will discuss the portrayal of the anthracite region in films. The panel will be moderated by Phil Mosely, professor emeritus at Penn State University and author of “Telling of the Anthracite.” Throughout the month a variety of programs will be offered in across the region, from Ashley to Wilkes-Barre, sponsored by the Anthracite Heritage Foundation and various historical societies and museums. When available, a full schedule of events can be found on the Society’s website at http://www.lackawannahistory.org/EventsCalendar.html. For more information or to register, please call the Society at 570-344-3841 or email lackawannahhistory@gmail.com.
Lackawanna County Literacy Committee Holds Book Drive The Lackawanna County Literacy Committee is launching a book drive to collect used books that will be distributed to families in Scranton. Books will be collected in bins across Lackawanna County. At this time, the Lackawanna County Literacy Committee is looking for businesses that would be interested in placing collection bins in their place of business. Bins will be provided and delivered at collection locations at no cost. Interested businesses should contact Patricia Hein at pdakhein@comcast.net or Sandie Lamanna at sslamanna@aol.com for additional information.
Lackawanna College Sonography Program Secures $35,000 Grant The Lackawanna College Sonography program is excited to announce it has received a grant award of $35,000 from the Robert Y. Moffat Family Charitable Trust to purchase state-of-the-art equipment. The grant will fund the purchase of one Mindray sonography machine, providing students hands-on training with cutting-edge technology. The sonography program is currently seeking to purchase a total of five new sonography machines to meet the demand of its recently expanded cohort sizes and to replace older equipment. The grant award will help achieve this goal with the purchase of one new Mindray machine. “Securing new equipment for the program is as essential as having current books for the classroom, without the machines for our students to learn on were missing one half of the picture,” said Mary Kay DelRosso, Assistant Director of Sonography at Lackawanna College. “We can teach them the mechanical and informational aspects of sonography but until they apply it to the scan, it’s of no value to them.” The college’s sonography program has grown rapidly over the past several years. Between 2022 to 2024 the sonography program as whole has experienced a six-fold increase in its enrollment in both Cardiac and Vascular Sonography programs, along with the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program tripling its enrollment. “We’ve seen about an 80% increase in enrollment this semester over our previous semester and had to increase our max capacity of students in the program to 30,” said DelRosso. “This grant is also helping increase the number of machines we have and allows our increased number of students to spend time on these machines. We need to make sure they receive practical and efficient experience on the machines. In order for that to happen we need to have more machines in the room to meet the demands of all the new students.” The Sonography Program at Lackawanna College serves both its learners and the wider local community of patients by readying qualified healthcare professionals to fill these in-demand, frontline positions in the medical field. The purchase of new equipment through the grant is part of a greater expansion in the program to train students into workforce ready graduates. The Lackawanna College Sonography program was notified of this grant award on November 15, 2024 and the program will likely purchase the new equipment in early 2025. “I know I speak for everyone in the department, including the students, that we are very grateful for these kind of donations. Being able to put the students on new machines and make them well-prepared after graduation is the core of our program,” said DelRosso.
Johnson College Announces the President’s List Dr. Katie Pittelli, President & CEO of Johnson College, has announced the President’s List of students who have completed the 2024 Fall Semester with a grade point average of 3.70 or higher. Edgar Acevedo, Electrical Construction Technology, Scranton, PA; Anthony Agrella, Electrical Construction Technology, Pittston, PA; Zekiel Alejandrez, Physical Therapist Assistant, Greentown, PA Holden Aylesworth, Computer Information Technology, Nicholson, PA; Charlize Barhite, Veterinary Nursing, Clifford Twp., PA; Tiffany Beckham, Radiologic Technology, Scranton, PA; Colleen Cannon-Augustine, Physical Therapist Assistant, Jenkins Twp., PA; Brady Carpenter, Computer Information Technology, Clarks Summit, PA; Cole Chesna, Welding Fabrication & Manufacturing Technology, Honesdale, PA; Ashlee Coe, Veterinary Nursing, Hawley, PA; Matthew Collier, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Throop, PA; Cameron Collins, Electrical Construction Technology, Jermyn, PA; Kenneth Cotton, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Clifford Twp., PA; Emma Danowsky, Veterinary Nursing, Lewisburg, PA; Gerard Dolinsky, Diesel Truck Technology, Scott Twp., PA; Andi Fedorchak, Welding Fabrication & Manufacturing Technology, Carbondale, PA; Alec Fisher, Automotive Technology, West Wyoming, PA; Ethan Gardiner, Electrical Construction Technology, Summit Hill, PA; Hanaa Gohsler, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Dickson City, PA; Jennifer Gonzalez Rodriguez, Radiologic Technology, Scranton, PA; James Hancock, Automotive Technology, Clarks Green, PA; Cameron Hedgelon, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Honesdale, PA; Emanuel Hernandez, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology, Scranton, PA: Jacob Holmes, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Dalton, PA; Brooke Iverson, Physical Therapist Assistant, Wilkes-Barre, PA; Michael Kishel, Computer Information Technology, Pittston, PA; Steven Kollar, Computer Information Technology, Trucksville, PA; Henry Korman, Electrical Construction Technology, Lakeville, PA; Harrison Kubilus, Electrical Construction Technology, Scranton, PA; Skyler LeClere, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Beach Lake, PA; Anthony Lemobruni, Aviation Technology, Moscow, PA; Corey Lesnefsky, Diesel Truck Technology, Olyphant, PA; Lucas Lorenzetto, Automotive Technology, Throop, PA; Paul MacDonald, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, Scranton, PA; Daniel Marcus, Electrical Construction Technology, Greeley, PA; Jessica Miller, Veterinary Nursing, Mechanicsburg, PA; Carter Mistishin, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology, Lake Ariel, PA; Tyler Moskosky, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Simpson, PA; Sean Munson, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology, Nanticoke, PA; Weston Nugent, Diesel Truck Technology, Lake Ariel, PA; Edward Peguero, Automotive Technology, Scranton, PA; Caitlyn Philips, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, West Wyoming, PA; Ronald Pritchard, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Damascus, PA; Alyssa Resio, Radiologic Technology, Old Forge, PA; Vincent Rinaldi, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology, Scranton, PA; Christian Rivera, Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology, Wilkes-Barre, PA; Keith Rowlands, Electrical Construction Technology, Jermyn, PA; Abigail Schroder, Architectural Drafting & Design Technology, Scranton, PA; Wyatt Sickler, Advanced Manufacturing Technology, Tunkhannock, PA; Caiden Stancik, Electronic Engineering Technology, Clarks Summit, PA; Madison Stashak, Physical Therapist Assistant, Nanticoke, PA; Sierra Stonier, Veterinary Nursing, Monroe Twp., PA; Andrew Styborki, Electrical Construction Technology, Dalton, PA; Ragu Subedi, Computer Information Technology, Scranton, PA; Arthur Taylor, Carpentry & Cabinetmaking Technology, New Milford, PA; Nicholas Thayer, Mechatronics Technology, Pittston, PA; Logan Treat, Welding Fabrication & Manufacturing Technology, Falls, PA; Noah Wijaya, Automotive Technology, Roaring Brook Twp., PA.
Jeannine Luby Sponsors ‘Laugh A Latte’ Chamber member Jeannine Luby, owner of Laugh to Live, recently collaborated with Scranton organizations NEPA Networkers and Urban Co-Works to offer local professionals the opportunity to warm up on a cold January morning. Luby sponsored the event ‘Laugh A Latte’ that brought together about 20 attendees for coffee, conversation and a sampling of stress-relieving laughter yoga. Luby and NEPA Networkers Board President Bob Courtwright greeted participants.
The Honesdale National Bank Celebrates William Schweighofer’s 50th Anniversary Honat Bancorp, Inc., and The Honesdale National Bank are proud to celebrate William “Bill” Schweighofer’s remarkable 50-year milestone with the Bank. Bill’s dedication and expertise have made him an integral part of the bank’s history and growth. Bill served as CEO for several decades before stepping down in 2013. Since then, he has continued to play a pivotal role at HNB as Chairman of the Board of Honat Bancorp, Inc. and The Honesdale National Bank. “For the past 50 years Bill has led this Bank not only with a strong business sense, but with heart,” said Roger Dirlam, Vice Chairman of the Honat Bancorp, Board of Directors. “We are truly grateful for the pride and passion with which he continues to drive our Bank and community forward.” Kate Bryant, CEO of The Honesdale National Bank, noted, “Bill’s consistent dedication and outstanding leadership have been critical to our strength and stability. His commitment to excellence and genuine service to the community has profoundly impacted both the Bank and the region we serve.” Bill’s leadership has helped navigate the Bank through significant evolution in the financial industry, ensuring that HNB remains a pillar of stability and trust for its customers. His risk-management and service-centric approach have led to numerous strategic initiatives that have driven the Bank’s growth and customer satisfaction. HNB extends its heartfelt congratulations and deep gratitude to Bill Schweighofer for his 50 years of exemplary service. The Bank is grateful for his continued contributions and leadership into the future. Bill’s legacy at HNB is a testament to his dedication and the high standards he has set for himself and his colleagues. The Honesdale National Bank, established in 1836, holds the distinction of being the area’s oldest independent community bank headquartered in Northeastern PA, with offices in Wayne, Pike, Susquehanna, Lackawanna, and Luzerne Counties. The Honesdale National Bank offers personal banking, business banking, and wealth solutions. For more information on HNB’s products and services, visit www.hnbbank.bank.
Join the Himalayan Institute for the Splendor of India A Journey of a Lifetime! Dear Pocono’s Friends, I’m excited to share a unique opportunity with you—the Splendor of India trip in 2025! This unforgettable journey offers a chance to experience India’s rich culture, connect with like-minded professionals, and recharge in an inspiring environment. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, cultural exploration, or just a meaningful break, this trip has something special to offer. Learn more about the trip to India.
Groove Brewing Hosts Bingo & Brews Jan 31, 6:00 pm | Groove Brewing 1401 Sanderson Ave Scranton, PA18509 Join Bingo Joe 570 for a night of bingo! Free to play. 10 rounds, 10 prizes, and 10 craft drafts on tap to choose from. Learn more about upcoming events.
