Loop Launches Fastest Fiber Internet Service in Downtown Scranton Scranton-based Loop Internet is proud to announce the launch of the city’s fastest fiber internet service, delivering symmetrical speeds up to 10 gigabits per second to the downtown business district. Loop’s high-speed internet is faster than any other local offering, setting a new benchmark for reliable, high-speed connectivity that will benefit both businesses and residents. The network, built to support remote work, video conferencing, and data-intensive applications, also delivers a stable, uninterrupted connection essential for today’s digital demands. Loop is already doing installations on Lackawanna, Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Wyoming avenues along with Linden Street in the downtown area. Jason Wasmanski, General Manager of Loop, emphasized the value of local investment. “We’re headquartered right here in Scranton, and money paid by our customers for the service goes back into the local economy,” he said. “We believe in building up our community, not just serving it.” Loop has been in the area providing internet service for nearly a decade and recently expanded its network footprint in the City of Wilkes-Barre as well. Loop recognized the need for better connectivity in nearby Scranton as more residents and businesses move into the city so they began rapidly building out the network. Loop is investing millions of dollars into Scranton’s infrastructure which demonstrates its commitment to the region. In addition to bringing top-tier internet to the city, Loop focuses on local partnerships, contracting with nearby businesses for services such as marketing, printing, and events. The company’s founder and CEO, Chris Hacken, a Mountain Top native, remains actively involved, often seen working on network construction and connecting customers himself. Loop also remains dedicated to delivering lightning fast speeds to Northeast Pennsylvania residents without delay. “While other providers have contracts in place that will take years to complete, Loop is transforming the downtown Scranton business district in under a year,” Wasmanski explained. “Our team’s swift deployment ensures that businesses and residents can access cutting-edge speeds now, not years from now.” Wasmanski explained that fiber internet uses thin strands of glass to transmit data as light signals rather than relying on traditional copper cables that use electrical signals. Fiber signals travel close to the speed of light with less interference, which means fiber can carry data at incredibly high speeds with low latency over long distances without losing quality. Loop’s fiber network is built with room to expand, too, allowing even faster speeds as the demand grows. Plans are underway to expand the fiber network beyond the business district to serve more areas of Scranton, keeping pace with evolving needs. “We’ve already connected over 100 customers downtown and have businesses practically knocking down our door to sign up,” Founder and CEO Chris Hacken added. “Our fiber technology delivers the same upload and download speeds, so our users can work from home, stream, and share large files without the disruptions that are common with cable internet.” Interested residents and businesses can check service availability and sign up for updates by visiting loopinternet.com. For more information, please contact Cheryl Malak, Business Account Executive, by calling 888-808-5667, ext. 213, or emailing cheryl.malak@loopinternet.com.
Marywood Named “Most Engaged Campus for Student Voting” Marywood University has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting, a designation that recognizes colleges and universities for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation. Marywood University joins a group of 471 colleges and universities recognized by ALL IN for completing four core actions: Sharing 2022 NSLVE Reports with campus voting data with ALL IN Developing and submitting a 2024 democratic engagement action plan with ALL IN Having a current signatory to ALL IN’s Higher Education Presidents’ Commitment to Full Student Voter Participation. “As part of our ongoing efforts, Marywood continues to promote civic engagement every year, not just during major election years,” said Kevin Farrell, associate vice president for the student experience at Marywood University. “With our Pacers to the Polls initiative, as well as our participation in the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, the university has made a strong statement about its civic mission to prepare students to be engaged participants in our democracy. We are eager to continue engaging students, not just in major election years like 2024, but in all election years, because voting is something we should consistently do.” Pacers to the Polls is Marywood’s nonpartisan campaign focused on increasing voter registration, preparedness, and turnout among students. This year, voter registration drives were held on campus and in the community, and educational efforts and events, such as a Constitution Day talk, took place. Each of the different events and initiatives held throughout the year as part of this campaign are led and managed by a task force of students, staff, and faculty members. “The research is clear: colleges and universities that make intentional efforts to increase nonpartisan democratic engagement have higher campus voter registration and voter turnout rates. This year we saw more colleges than ever before step up their efforts to ensure that their students were registered and ready to make their voices heard at the ballot box,” said Jennifer Domagal-Goldman, Executive Director of the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. “These Most Engaged Campuses are setting the standard for nonpartisan civic engagement work for colleges and universities across the country.” The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge empowers colleges and universities to achieve excellence in nonpartisan student democratic engagement. ALL IN works to improve civic learning, political engagement, and voter participation on more than 1,075 campuses nationwide. ALL IN believes higher education should play a role in developing an active and informed citizenry by educating students, motivating them to engage in American democracy, and instilling the value of lifelong participation. ALL IN is an initiative of Civic Nation, a nonprofit ecosystem for high-impact organizing and education initiatives, working to build a more inclusive and equitable America. Civic Nation shifts culture, systems, and policy by bringing together individuals, grassroots organizers, industry leaders, and influencers to tackle some of our nation’s most pressing social challenges. Civic Nation is home to seven national initiatives and campaigns: ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, Change Collective, It’s On Us, Save On Clean Energy, SAVE On Student Debt, We The Action, and When We All Vote.
Johnson College Hosts Annual Scholarship Breakfast Johnson College hosted its annual Scholarship Breakfast today, November 13, at Fiorelli Family Catering in Peckville. The event recognized the scholarship recipients and honored the generous donors who made scholarships available to students. The College awarded 82 students with scholarships. Andrew Abrams, a second-year student in Johnson College’s Veterinary Nursing program and recipient of the Johnson College Presidential Scholarship and the Janie Lamberton Memorial Scholarship served as the student speaker at the event. “I deeply appreciate the financial support these scholarships provide for me and many other students who rely on this assistance to continue their education,” Abrams said. He stated that the generosity of the scholarship donors and the support from Johnson College allows him to pursue his studies and dream of helping pets lead long and healthy lives. Andrew Abrams, a Johnson College Veterinary Nursing program student, spoke at the College’s Annual Scholarship Breakfast at Fiorelli Family Catering. During the event, 82 students received scholarships from various community and industry partners. The event also featured keynote speaker, Dave Thomas, Secretary of the Villa Capri Cruisers Car Club incorporated, a club that has long supported the College and its Automotive students through scholarship opportunities. The event was sponsored by industry partners including Cardinal LG, SIMONA, Ball, and Mesko Glass. The breakfast concluded with the scholarship awards presentation by Katie Pittelli, Ed.D., president and CEO of Johnson College, and Jeanine Engelmann, Ed.D., Chief Academic Officer of Johnson College. The presented awards included: AAA North Penn Annual ScholarshipIsaiah CasselAl Pantuso Automotive ScholarshipAndrew AdonizioAndrew Mazza Memorial ScholarshipChristopher RosaAnthony Ploskonka Memorial ScholarshipAlyssa Nicholas, Emma DanowskyBartolai Family Scholarship FundNico CarterChris Pambianco ’65 Vocational Education AwardJacob Holmes, Hanaa GohslerCMC Rich Vinansky Memorial Golf Tournament ScholarshipOlivia MustoDr. George J. Hallesky Memorial Scholarship (Scranton Area Foundation)Ryan BoyanowskiIslyn Thomas Achievement AwardCameron HedgelonEd Vogel Memorial Scholarship of the NEPA Chapter of the Antique Truck Club of AmericaCamron McMillianEdgar A. and Ida M. Alekna FoundationNathan Dixon, Daniel Marcus, Hunter Smith, Michael ChapmanF. David Mercanti Memorial ScholarshipConnor AngeloFrank and Jean Hubbard ScholarshipChase Ferranti, Peter StefanelliHawk Family Foundation ScholarsDonald Church, Jordan StineIrene Ploskonka Memorial ScholarshipCole Chesna, Jarrel JohnsonJanie Lamberton Memorial ScholarshipAndrew AbramsJefferson Township Lions ScholarshipPeter StefanelliJohn K. & Mary E. Blackledge Memorial ScholarshipLogan Rehrig, McKenzie GavinJohn R. and Maureen J. Pesavento Johnson College Scholarship (Scranton Area Foundation)Jacob MuraccoJohn T. Gerod ScholarshipEmma SheddenMargaret Briggs ScholarshipJonathan Merlen, Anthony MarsicoMoses Taylor Foundation Careers in Healthcare ScholarshipColleen Cannon-Augustine, Adam Rosencrance, Dilyara Akhmedova, Nicholas Novak, Amari Grey, Malana Vega, Stacey Turk, Hannah ChapmanMotorWorld Lexus ScholarshipHunter Landers, Bruce KohutNorth Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association Veterinary Nursing ScholarshipBriana KaufmanNortheast Suicide Prevention Initiative ScholarshipGerard DolinskyP. Fricchione and Sons ScholarshipJames AndersonPocono Mountain Street Rod AssociationHunter Landers, Camron McMillanRoss Family Foundation ScholarshipWeston Nugent, Hanaa GohslerRuth Stitt Morgan Memorial ScholarshipAshlee CoeScranton UNICO Foundation ScholarshipMaximus FitzpatrickSean J. Calpin Automotive Technology Scholarship (Scranton Area Foundation)Hunter LandersSebastian “Sebby” Amico Memorial ScholarshipCaiden StancikSociety of Broadcast Engineers, Chapter II ScholarshipMichael NovotkaThe John R. O’Hara ScholarshipAaron EvansThomas Hesser ScholarshipRobert RoaThomas J. Perry ScholarshipVincent RinaldiVernon “Terry” Decker ScholarshipMichael NovotkaVilla Capri Cruisers Car Club, Inc. ScholarshipCamron McMillanVince Bartolai Memorial Biomedical Equipment Technology ScholarshipAmari GreyOrlando S. Johnson Merit AwardJordan Bowen, Liberty GravesJohnson College Presidential ScholarshipAndrew Abrams, Michael Andrews, Carter Mistishin, Charlize BarhiteJohnson College Moffat Merit AwardDravyn Falsone, Keith RowlandsJohnson College Richmond Merit AwardEmma Danowsky, Holly ScielzoJohnson College Technology Merit AwardEthan Gardiner, Samantha WarnerFAA Aviation Maintenance Technical Workers Workforce Development Program ScholarshipMatthew Alden, Benjamin Amaya, Joshua Ayala, Christopher Berroa-Mereno, Tahj Bond, Zachary Brown, Pierry Chatelain, Holsen Estime, Michael Fordham, Raphiel Garcia, Kyle Garofolo, Janitza Gonzalez-Caban, Frank Goodwin, Jaylen James-Thomas, Anthony Leombruni, Tanner Little, Logan Rehrig, Amara Rubino, Connor Steele, Amir Vernon
The Wright Center’s Research to be Published in Peer-reviewed National Journal A chief fellow of The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program and his program director will have their work published in an upcoming edition of the peer-reviewed journal Catheterization Cardiovascular Intervention. L: Nischay Shah, R: Samir Pancholy The project began when Dr. Nischay Shah, one of the chief fellows of The Wright Center’s Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program, treated a patient with monomorphic ventricular tachycardia (MMVT). In this condition, the heart’s bottom chambers beat too fast. This abnormal rhythm can lead to severe issues, such as heart attacks. The patient was referred for cardiac catheterization, and Dr. Shah consulted with Dr. Samir Pancholy, the fellowship’s program director and an internationally renowned cardiologist based in Northeast Pennsylvania. “Going through the evidence-based decision-making process, we found a significant gap in the literature about whether procedures that improve blood flow to the heart by treating narrowed arteries or other common interventions would lead to reduced mortality or lower rates of ventricular tachycardia recurrence,” Dr. Shah said. “This prompted us to investigate further, ultimately leading to a comprehensive pooled analysis of existing studies.” Under the guidance of Dr. Pancholy and in collaboration with peers at Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson University’s Sidney Kimmel Medical College, an analysis of data from PubMed, Google Scholar, the Cochrane Library, and other medical databases found that patients who had undergone additional tests for blocked arteries – such as stress tests – or had blockages treated with stents, did not show any significant improvement in survival rates or the recurrence of MMVT. “These further tests or treatments didn’t appear to make a difference in preventing death or the return of the abnormal heart rhythm in the select group of patients studied,” Dr. Shah explained. In November, Dr. Shah and Dr. Pancholy learned their manuscript detailing their methods and findings was accepted for publication by Catheterization Cardiovascular Intervention, an international cardiology journal. A publication date has not been announced. Dr. Shah expressed his gratitude for Dr. Pancholy’s guidance throughout the project, explaining that his mentorship made the achievement possible. Dr. Pancholy, who also serves as the cardiac catheterization lab director at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, holds 73 U.S. and international patents, has co-authored three textbooks, has published several practice-changing randomized controlled trials, and has developed multiple procedural techniques to increase the safety and efficacy of the procedure of cardiac catheterization and catheter-based intervention. In 2023, The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI), the only professional medical society in the U.S. dedicated solely to interventional cardiology, named Dr. Pancholy a Master Interventionalist – an honor that fewer than 100 interventional cardiologists worldwide can claim. The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s residency and fellowship programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. For more information, go to TheWrightCenter.org or call 570-866-3017.
Reminder: Scranton Payroll Tax Third Quarter Due November 30 Businesses Reminded that the Deadline for Submitting the 2024 Third Quarter Payroll Preparation Tax Return is November 30, 2024 Entities conducting business within the City of Scranton are reminded that the due date to submit their third quarter tax return for the 2024 Payroll Preparation Tax is November 30, 2024. A person shall be deemed to be conducting business within the City if they engage, hire, employ, or contract with one or more individuals as employees, partners, or is self- employed and, in addition, does at least one of the following: Maintains a fixed place of business within the City. Owns or leases real property within the City for profit. Maintains a stock of tangible, personal property in the City for sale in the ordinary course of business. Conducts continuous solicitation within the city related to such business; or Utilizes the streets of the city in connection with the operation of such business (other than for the mere transportation from a site outside the City, through the City, to a destination outside the City.) Institutions who are exempt from the Payroll Preparation Tax because of their status as a nonprofit are required to file quarterly returns claiming their exemption. Returns submitted after November 30, 2024, will be subject to penalty and interest on the balances due. The Payroll Preparation Tax is a tax levied separately by both the Scranton School District and the City of Scranton. The 2024 Payroll Preparation Tax rate for the Scranton School District is 0.7553 percent and the 2024 Payroll Preparation Tax rate for the City of Scranton is 0.2787 percent. The combined 2024 Payroll Preparation Tax rate is 1.034 percent. The City of Scranton and the Scranton School District have both appointed Berkheimer Tax Innovations, Inc. to administer the Payroll Preparation Tax on their behalf. Tax forms are available on Berkheimer’s website at hab-inc.com/pptforms. Additional information, including Frequently Asked Questions, can be found at scrantonpa.gov/payroll-prep-tax-information, https://www.scrsd.org/departments/business-office and www.hab-inc.com/ppt-faq. Please direct all questions regarding the Payroll Preparation Tax to Berkheimer by emailing ebpt@goberk.com or by calling (610) 599-3140.
Marywood University Is Celebrating the Season by “Making Spirits Bright” Marywood’s annual celebration of the Christmas season through festive programming, community service, spiritual opportunities, and student and alumni events, will begin in December continue through New Year’s Eve. FESTIVE PROGRAMMING The signature event of the Christmas season, Marywood’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting, will take place in the Rotunda of the Liberal Arts Center on Wednesday, December 4, at 4 p.m. Festive music will be provided. The event is free and open to the public. The public also may view the Marywood Christmas tree during the normal operating hours of the Liberal Arts Center, Monday through Friday, from December 4 to December 20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Additionally, Marywood’s campus will feature an outdoor Christmas display of the Nativity scene at the Memorial Arch on Adams Avenue, and the Motherhouse and Seminary Morgan Memorial Garden in front of the Learning Commons will be adorned with lights and seasonal decorations. Sounds of the season will be broadcast by Marywood’s award-winning, student-run radio station, VMFM 91.7, which once again becomes Christmas 91.7 and continues its traditional community gift of broadcasting commercial-free Christmas music, 24/7. Christmas programming starts on Tuesday, December 3, and continues through New Year’s Eve. Those outside of the station’s local broadcast range can stream it for free online or through the Tune-in app. Salute to Service Basketball games for the men’s and women’s teams, in conjunction with the local National Guard, will be held on Saturday, December 7, at 1 p.m. (women’s) and 3 p.m. (men’s) at the Insalaco Arena, Center for Athletics and Wellness. Some military vehicles will be on display, the team will borrow military jerseys that they will wear, and there will be a tunnel for the team to run through onto the court. Military alumni, students, supporters, and families will be recognized at these games. The Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance is presenting several free seasonal concerts: 12/5 Guitar Ensemble Concert, Marian Chapel, 5 p.m.The Marywood Guitar Ensemble presents its traditional Holiday Concert by performing a diverse repertoire, including songs, old carols, Viennese Waltzes, and contemporary music. 12/5 Clarinet Choir Concert, Marian Chapel, 7 p.m. 12/12 String Project Concert, Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts, 5 p.m.String students, ages 4-18, will be performing in small ensembles and string orchestras in this Holiday Gala performance. Admission is free and all are welcome to join this celebration of our young musicians. Additionally, there will be a Marywood Wind Symphony Holiday Concert at Marywood Heights, December 11, 7 p.m. The Band does this event each year to bring joy to the residents/staff of Marywood Heights. They will perform many traditional holiday favorites including sing-a-longs for the residents. Attendance at this event is limited to residents and staff of Marywood Heights. COMMUNITY SERVICE An on-campus Christmas Giving Tree service project will run from November 20 to December 6. Several Giving Trees on campus feature tags that can be selected to purchase a gift for a child in need in the local community. Gifts can be dropped off to the Office of Community Service and Social Justice in the Swartz Center for Spiritual Life or the Student Engagement Office in Nazareth Student Center by Friday, December 6. Student volunteers will also collect gift donations at the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 4. This year’s Christmas Giving Tree is co-sponsored by the Office of Community Service and Social Justice, Marywood University Student Educators (MUSE), and Marywood Student Government Association. All gifts will be donated to the annual “Gifts for Kids” program, which is the collaborative effort of Catherine McAuley Center, Catholic Social Services, Friends of the Poor, and the Salvation Army. Contact communityservice@m.marywood.edu with any questions. SPIRITUAL OPPORTUNITIESMarywood’s annual Advent/Christmas Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, December 8, at 7:30 in the Marian Chapel. This will be a Candlelight Mass for the Second Sunday of Advent. This will be the last Sunday Mass of the semester. Marywood will celebrate the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of Mary, its patronal feast, on Monday, December 9, with Mass at Noon in the Marian Chapel. It is a tradition of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary to renew their vows on this day. On the liturgical calendar this feast is celebrated on December 8, but because it falls on the Second Sunday of Advent this year, it has been moved to Monday, December 9. STUDENT AND ALUMNI EVENTS The Student Government Association (SGA) will host the Annual Christmas Office Decorating Contest on campus. The SGA will announce winners at the tree lighting on December 4. The winning offices will have their monetary prizes awarded to the charity of choice in their honor, as follows: First Place – $250, Second Place – $150, and Third Place – $100. The SGA also is sponsoring a “Letters from Santa” project for members of the Marywood community (including alumni) and their families, who request letters for the children in their lives. The deadline for requests is December 4. For more information, contact marywoodclubs@marywood.edu. The traditional Breakfast with Santa event, hosted by the NEPA Marywood Alumni Chapter in conjunction with the Office of Alumni Engagement is set for Sunday, December 8, 10 a.m., in the Latour Room, Nazareth Student Center. Seating is limited, and preference is given to Marywood alumni. Advanced registration is required; once event capacity is reached, registration will be closed. Alumni can join the Office of University Advancement for “Cookies and Cocoa” in Maria Hall after the annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 4, from 5-6:30 p.m. Also, the Marywood Alumni Association is hosting several off-campus events, including: NYC Alumni Meet Up at the Met, Friday, December 6, at 6 p.m., and a NYC Happy Hour Alumni Meet Up on Friday, December 6, 8-9:30 p.m., at Five Mile Stone, 1640 2nd Ave, New York, NY. Hershey Hotel Alumni Meet Up, at the iconic Hershey Hotel, featuring an exciting wine and chocolate pairing session, is set for Wednesday, December 11, 6-9 p.m. Alumni Gathering at the Binghamton Club, Binghamton, NY, Thursday, December 12, 6-9 p.m.
Steamtown National Historic Site Announces Events for Winter Winter Updates and Holiday Events at Steamtown National Historic Site Winter is knocking on the door! While heading into the “off season” there are still plenty of opportunities to get into the spirit of the season at Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS)! Winter Updates Saturday, November 16: begin winter hours of operation, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., daily. Steamtown’s History Museum, Roundhouse building, and outdoor spaces will remain open throughout the winter. Weather may cause delays or closures, for updates visit http://go.nps.gov/STEAconditions. Friday, 11/22 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Stuff the Caboose Spread some holiday cheer and help us “Stuff the Caboose” with non-perishable food items to benefit United Neighborhoods of NEPA ahead of the holiday season. Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy some hot cocoa, s’mores, holiday lights, and music performed by West Scranton High School Band. Friday – Sunday, 11/29-12/1 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., each day Holiday Express to Moscow Have family visiting for the holiday? Spend time with them on board a scenic train ride along Roaring Brook through a northeastern hardwood forest to the quant country borough of Moscow, Pennsylvania. NOTE: this train may already be sold out, however, folks are encouraged to visit the park or Moscow Station to see the train in action before departure and after arrival. Saturday, 12/7 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. LHVA’s Christmas in a Small Town “Santa Train” Santa and Mrs. Claus will once again spread holiday cheer as they journey through the upper and mid-valley communities of Lackawanna County, stopping at five historic train stations along the way. Families are invited to join in the festive spirit, where Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet children with warmth and joy, sparking the magic of the season. NOTE: this is NOT a passenger train. Review the Clauses travel itinerary, so you don’t miss their visit to your town: · Carbondale – 10:30 a.m. · Archbald – 11:35 a.m. · Jessup – 12:20 p.m. · Olyphant – 1:00 p.m. · Dickson City – 1:45 p.m. · Scranton/Steamtown – 3:00 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 12/8, 12/14, 12/15, 12/21, and 12/22 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., each day North Pole Limited Join the Iron Horse Society and Santa for a magical steam train adventure! Get into the holiday spirit by experiencing the sounds and tastes of the holiday season starting with an “All Aboard” from the Conductor! Sing along with our roaming musicians as they play carols and enjoy a holiday treat. Tickets and additional information: North Pole Limited — Iron Horse Society
Rotary Club of Scranton Requests Baskets for Karaoke Event Rotary Club of Scranton is hosting Christmas Karaoke for Kids to help raise funds for the Women’s Resource Center (WRC) in Scranton. WRC provides support and safety for those facing domestic violence, sexual assault, abuse, stalking, or human trafficking. We are graciously looking for sponsors to help offset the cost of the prizes and basket raffles. ALL SPONSORS WILL BE PUBLICLY RECOGNIZED THAT EVENING THROUGHOUT THE EVENT AND ON SOCIAL MEDIA! Please Consider the Following: Donating a basket full of goods from your business to be raffled off. Donating a gift card to your establishment for raffle. Making a monetary donation of $50, $75, or $100 toward purchase of a raffle prize (your business name will be recognized as donor). Donation checks can be made out to: Rotary Club of Scranton P O Box 1715 Scranton, PA 18501 THANK YOU in advance for any donation you can contribute! Please reach out with any questions to Sonya Dowling at sonya.dowling@fddbank.com or (570)-687-5107.
WRC Receives Grant from the Scranton Area Community Foundation The WRC (Women’s Resource Center) is pleased to announce the receipt of a generous $15,000 Community Needs Grant from the Scranton Area Community Foundation. The SACF utilizes Community Needs grants to enhance the quality of life in Lackawanna County by supporting nonprofit programs in a variety of fields including education. The Empowering Youth through Healthy Relationships grant will significantly enhance WRC’s prevention education programs focused on healthy relationships including friendships that is offered in schools across the county. Last year, WRC reached over 2,500 elementary, middle, and high school students. Pictured are (L-R: Laura Ducceschi, Scranton Area Foundation President & CEO; Katie Gilmartin, Treasure, SAF Board of Governors; Patty McLain, WRC Teen Educator; Sarah Dawgert, WRC Education Manager; Frank Caputo, SAF Grants & Communications Coordinator and Cathy Fitzpatrick, Scranton Area Foundation Director of Grants & Scholarship.
UNC Receives Donation from Topp Business Solutions United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania (UNC) is proud to be the designated Lackawanna County agency for the WNEP Feed A Friend campaign’s 40th Annual drive. This year, UNC is committed to helping make the holidays brighter for more than 1,500 families in Lackawanna County through non-perishable food donations and monetary contributions. We are deeply grateful to Topp Business Solutions for their generous donation of $250 to support the Feed A Friend program. This contribution will directly assist in providing holiday meals to local families in need. Topp Business Solutions has been a valued community partner for over 60 years and continues to demonstrate unwavering support for our mission. Pictured (L-R): Chrissy Manuel, UNC; Karen Prokarym, Topp Business Solutions; Sue Lasota, Topp Donate to Feed A Friend and help families in our community enjoy a warm meal and the joy of the season, go to uncnepa.org/one-time-donation/ If you are a family in need with children in Lackawanna County, you can register to receive a $50 gift card for a local grocery store to choose items consistent with your traditions and cultures to celebrate Thanksgiving. For a complete list of locations to register, go to uncnepa.org/thanksgiving UNC is coordinating with over 70 locations in Lackawanna County that collect non-perishable items for our Angel’s Attic Food and Clothing Pantry at 410 Olive Street in Scranton; for a list of participating agencies, visit us on Facebook.
