Wayne Bank’s Vincent O’Bell Re-Appointed to Health and Welfare Authority Wayne Bank Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer, Vincent O’Bell, was recently reappointed to Chairman of the Scranton and Lackawanna Health and Welfare Authority. Mr. O’Bell has over 45 years in the financial industry. Mr. O’Bell also serves as a member of the investment and finance committee for the Congregation of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, a member of the finance counsel of Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish and a Board Member, Treasurer, and Paul Harris Fellow for the Rotary Club of Scranton. Mr. Donnelly stated, “Vinny is an integral part of our leadership team. His guidance, expertise, and commitment to our business customers and our employees are a big part of our success. We are proud to celebrate Vinny’s re-appointment as Chairman of Scranton and Lackawanna County’s Health and Welfare Authority. Vinny cares deeply about our communities, and I am confident the people of Lackawanna County will continue to benefit from him leading the Scranton and Lackawanna Health and Welfare Authority.”
Marywood University Sets Virtual Info Sessions for Graduate Programs Marywood University will hold virtual information sessions for several graduate programs throughout the month of January. Prospective graduate or doctoral students interested in any of these programs are encouraged to sign up for the virtual events. To register for any of these programs, go to marywood.edu/visit. Master of Social Work Program: Wed., Jan. 3, 2024, at 6 PM Learn about Marywood’s Master of Social Work program, converse with faculty, and get information from Admissions staff about the application process. School of Education Graduate Programs: Thurs., Jan. 4, 2024, 3 PM Spend an afternoon online with Marywood faculty and Admissions staff to learn more about School of Education graduate degree programs as well as the admissions application process. Ph.D. and Master of Public Administration Programs: Tues., Jan. 9, 2024, 6 PM Join Marywood faculty member Dr. Alex Dawoody and Admissions staff virtually to learn about our 100% online Ph.D. and Master of Public Administration degree programs, which use dynamic teaching methods designed for learning adults and effective graduate studies. Dietetic Internship Program: Wed., Jan. 10, 2024, 4 PM This virtual event includes an overview of the Nutrition/Dietetic Internship program and conversations with current student interns. Biotechnology Master’s Program: Mon., Jan. 22, 2024, 5:30 PM Join science faculty members virtually to learn about Marywood’s 100% online Biotechnology degree program. You’ll also get information about the application process from Admissions staff. School of Business and Global Innovation-MBA and MIS Programs: Wed., Jan. 24, 2024, 5 PM Join business faculty online to learn about MBA and Management Information System graduate degree programs. Admissions staff will discuss the admissions application process. Graduate & Doctoral Psychology & Counseling Programs: Tues., Jan. 30, 2024, 3 PM Spend an afternoon online with faculty and Admissions staff to learn about Marywood’s Counseling & Psychology graduate and doctoral degree programs, as well as the admissions application process. This session includes the Ed.S. School Psychology and Psy.D. Clinical Psychology programs.
Wayne Bank Increases Cash Dividend James O. Donnelly, President and Chief Executive Officer of Norwood Financial Corp (NASDAQ Global Market – NWFL), and its subsidiary Wayne Bank, announced that the Board of Directors declared a $0.30 per share quarterly dividend, payable February 1, 2024, to shareholders of record as of January 12, 2024. The $0.30 per share represents an increase of 3.5% over the cash dividend declared in the third quarter of this year and the fourth quarter of 2022. During 2023, total cash dividends declared were $1.17 per share, compared to the $1.13 per share declared in 2022. Mr. Donnelly commented, “The Board is extremely pleased to provide our shareholders with this increase in their quarterly dividend. It reflects the Company’s financial strength and strong capital position which has contributed to our solid performance. We are also very proud that 2023 marks the thirty-second consecutive year of dividend increases for the Company.” Norwood Financial Corp, through its subsidiary, Wayne Bank operates fourteen offices in Northeastern Pennsylvania and fifteen offices in Delaware, Sullivan, Ontario, Otsego and Yates Counties, New York. As of September 30, 2023, the Company had total assets of $2.180 billion, loans outstanding of $1.611 billion, total deposits of $1.747 billion and total stockholders’ equity of $164.7 million. The Company’s stock is traded on the Nasdaq Global Market under the symbol “NWFL”. Forward-Looking Statements The foregoing material may contain forward-looking statements. Norwood cautions that such statements may be subject to a number of risks and uncertainties which may cause actual results to differ materially from those currently anticipated, and therefore readers should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Those risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, our ability to pay or increase cash dividends in the future, the continued financial strength, solid performance and strong capital position of the Company, changes in federal and state laws, changes in the absolute and relative levels of interest rates, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company’s results of operation and financial condition, the ability to control costs and expenses, demand for real estate, costs associated with cybercrime, general economic conditions and the effectiveness of governmental responses thereto. Norwood Financial Corp does not undertake and specifically disclaims any obligation to publicly release the results of any revisions that may be made to any forward-looking statements to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or circumstances after the date of such statements.
Anthony Rodia: Totally Relatable Tour Coming to Mohegan Pennsylvania The Keystone Grand Ballroom at Mohegan Pennsylvania is set to host the refreshingly genuine, quick witted and totally relatable comedian, Anthony Rodia, for the Totally Relatable Tour on Saturday, March 2nd. Doors open at 6:30pm and the laughs start at 8:00pm. Tickets to this can’t-miss show start at $35 and go on sale Wednesday, December 20th at 10:00am via ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also be purchased at the Mohegan Pennsylvania Box Office located at the Hotel Front Desk, subject to availability. This show is open to guests of all ages. After returning from his comedy hiatus in 2019, the self-proclaimed “King of Off the Boat Comedy” has gained over 900,000 social media followers and has amassed over 22 million views on his YouTube videos. With the onset of quarantine, Anthony made the most of a captive audience, delivering a staggering 86 weekly videos. “ROAD RAGE WEDNESDAY” became a fan favorite, but his Uncle Vinny and Zia Lucia characters transformed into a phenomenon. They are the crazy uncle and aunt you love but can’t be out in public with, who speak their minds (whether you asked for it or not). Since his liftoff, Anthony Rodia has appeared on Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, FOX’s Good Day New York, and Elizabeth & Elisa on News 12. Rodia also hosts, Little Bit of Laughs, a weekly podcast on Podcast One with radio legend Goumba Johnny where fans can listen to the two get into hot topics, rants, pranks, and listener’s questions and stories. Please note, most areas of Mohegan Pennsylvania, including the hotel, are restricted to ages 21 years and older. All minors attending the show must enter through the hotel entrance, proceed directly to the event and be accompanied by an adult 21 years of age or older at all times.
Nominations for the 2024 ATHENA Award are Open! Nominations for the 2024 ATHENA Awards are now open at www.ScrantonChamber.com/athena-award. The ATHENA Award is presented to an exceptional individual who has achieved excellence in her/his business or profession, has served the community in a meaningful way, and has assisted women in their attainment of professional goals and leadership skills. The ATHENA Award is sponsored by Michael A. Barbetti LLC Certified Public Accountants and will be presented at the Chamber’s International Women’s Day breakfast, sponsored by The Honesdale National Bank. The event will be held at The Hilton Scranton and Conference Center on Friday, March 8, 2024. Nominations must be received by 4:00 pm on Friday, January 19. Apply online at www.ScrantonChamber.com/athena-award
Broadway in Scranton Offering Hairspray Ticket Sales Purchase two tickets to the Friday night or Saturday night performances of HAIRSPRAY and save $24 on select seats!When purchasing in person, must use code 2024When purchasing online, click UNLOCK and use code 2024*Offer valid now thru 11:59PM Mon., Jan. 1. Available online and in person. Must purchase two tickets to redeem. Select seats only. Valid for the Fri. Jan. 12 at 7:30PM and Sat. Jan. 13 at 7:30PM performances. Subject to ticket availability and does not apply to previously purchased tickets. Limited inventory available.
Northeast Regional Cancer Institute Received Donation from Local Township The Plains Township Police Department collaborated with Futuristic Innovative Graphics in Wilkes-Barre to specially design t-shirts as a breast cancer awareness sale in October 2023. They raised $691.20 to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, a local organization focused on easing the burden of cancer in northeastern Pennsylvania. It was important to the organizers to keep the proceeds local. This year marks their fourth year of this event.Community members were able to purchase t-shirts online through Futuristic Innovative Graphics website. It was promoted on social media through the police department, graphics company and the Cancer Institute’s designated pages. The Plains Township Police Department plan to host this fundraiser again in fall 2024.
The Dime Bank Declares Cash Dividend On December 21, 2023, the Board of Directors of Dimeco, Inc. (OTCQX: DIMC) declared a dividend of $0.40 per share. This dividend is an increase of $0.02 from the dividend declared in September 2023, bringing dividends to $1.54 per share, or $.08 greater than dividends declared in 2022. A dividend of $.40 per share produces a yield of 4.60% based on the December 21, 2023 market value of $33.50 per share. Dividends are payable to shareholders of record on January 2, 2024. The dividends will be paid on January 25, 2024, the anticipated date to release earnings for the year ended December 31, 2023. President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Bochnovich commented, “At Dimeco, we hold our shareholders in high regard and increasing the dividend is a way to show our appreciation. We thank our shareholders and customers for their continued support, and we wish everyone a prosperous 2024.” Dimeco, Inc. reported third quarter 2023 assets of $986 million, loans of $710 million and deposits of $785 million. Dimeco, Inc. is the holding company of The Dime Bank, a full-service financial institution serving Northeast Pennsylvania. Dimeco, Inc. trades on the OTCQX Marketplace under symbol DIMC, operated by OTC Markets Group. For more information on Dimeco, Inc. and The Dime Bank, visit www.thedimebank.com.
Geisinger Welcomes Scranton Primary Care Practice A trusted provider of primary care in Scranton will join Geisinger in the new year. Effective Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, the practice of Michael Gilhooley, M.D., will become Geisinger Primary Care Scranton. The clinic will remain at its location at 821 Oak St., Suite 1, where patients will be able to continue seeing the practitioners they know and rely on, and will keep the same phone number: 570-703-0539. A Scranton native and board-certified internal medicine physician, Dr. Gilhooley has served Lackawanna County for nearly 30 years and has held clinical and academic leadership positions at several of the area’s institutions of medicine and learning. His partner, Marisa Siekierka, PA-C, has 20 years of experience evaluating, educating and treating patients and performing minor in-clinic procedures. Together, they specialize in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases that affect adults and management of health conditions that range from simple to complex, chronic or acute. Dr. Gilhooley has a clinical interest in geriatric medicine, and he is experienced in working collaboratively with skilled nursing facilities to best care for his patients. After attending The University of Scranton for his undergraduate education, Dr. Gilhooley earned his medical degree at Temple University in Philadelphia. Returning home, he completed his residency training in the Scranton-Temple Residency Program, which is now part of The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education. “Scranton is my childhood home and my community,” said Dr. Gilhooley. “I’m proud to have served my neighbors for many years, and I’m honored to continue caring for them with Geisinger, a nationally renowned health system with the same focus on caring, excellence and quality that we’ve always maintained at our family-friendly practice.” To transition to Geisinger, the practice will close from Jan. 8 through 12, during which time patients can visit ConvenientCare Scranton at 3 W. Olive St. for any urgent needs. ConvenientCare Scranton is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. and weekends from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Patients can save their spot online at geisinger.org/urgent.
PS Bank Supports Lackawanna Trail School District PS Bank is proud to support the Lackawanna Trail School District for the 2023-2024 academic year with a charitable contribution of $5,000. PS Bank is a committed supporter of the district as well as the greater Factoryville, Nicholson, and Dalton communities. This year’s donation supported the purchase of new curtains for the high school’s auditorium, which is named after PS Bank. In acceptance of the monetary donation, Business Manager Keith Glynn said numerous other projects were also funded including tools for vocational education, supplementary health class resources, and consumer science curriculum materials. Anthony Gabello, President & CEO of PS Bank knows that supporting public education is the foundation of a prosperous community and is proud to have such a great relationship with Lackawanna Trail. “PS Bank is proud to support the Lackawanna Trail School District again this year. Serving the students and faculty of the district with our annual sponsorship allows school leadership to continue to provide a quality educational experience,” stated Gabello. “We appreciate the ongoing relationship we have with Lackawanna Trail, its students and their families.” PS Bank serves the Lackawanna Trail community at 118 College Avenue, Factoryville. For more information about banking at this branch, please reach out to Janice Bevacqua, Assistant Vice President & Branch Manager at jbevacqua@psbanking.com.
