![SCRANTON — When Paige Weimer got out of the Army at 28, her future seemed unsure. Weimer, who was pregnant at the time, wanted to go to college, but didn’t see a way to make her dream a reality. But, thanks to the Ruth Matthews Bourger Women with Children Program, Weimer is preparing to graduate with a degree in social work in the spring and then pursue her graduate degree. Weimer said the program, aimed at assisting two generations, was a game changer for her and her 4-year-old son. Director Katherine Pohlidal said the residential program, initiated in 2000, provides […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/STT-L-POVERTY-123G-12-01.jpg?w=132 "SCRANTON — When Paige Weimer got out of the Army at 28, her future seemed unsure. Weimer, who was pregnant at the time, wanted to go to college, but didn’t see a way to make her dream a reality. But, thanks to the Ruth Matthews Bourger Women with Children Program, Weimer is preparing to graduate with a degree in social work in the spring and then pursue her graduate degree. Weimer said the program, aimed at assisting two generations, was a game changer for her and her 4-year-old son. Director Katherine Pohlidal said the residential program, initiated in 2000, provides […]")
Two-generation assistance approach helps student parents
SCRANTON — When Paige Weimer got out of the Army at 28, her future seemed unsure. Weimer, who was pregnant at the time, wanted to go to college, but didn’t...
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![SCRANTON – Lackawanna and Luzerne County Republicans rallied on Courthouse Square Saturday with a message for government officials, “Get Joe Biden’s name off our local roadways.” The rally comes after President Joe Biden’s recent decision to commute the rest of Judge Michael Conahan’s sentence, a key player in the Kids for Cash scandal. Conahan, 72, was convicted along with former judge Mark A. Ciavarella Jr., 74, of funneling juvenile defendants to two private, for-profit detention centers in exchange for $2.8 million. Conahan’s time under federal supervision was to end in August 2026, but the federal Bureau of Prisons website has […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/STT-L-BIDEN-1229-02.jpg?w=132 "SCRANTON – Lackawanna and Luzerne County Republicans rallied on Courthouse Square Saturday with a message for government officials, “Get Joe Biden’s name off our local roadways.” The rally comes after President Joe Biden’s recent decision to commute the rest of Judge Michael Conahan’s sentence, a key player in the Kids for Cash scandal. Conahan, 72, was convicted along with former judge Mark A. Ciavarella Jr., 74, of funneling juvenile defendants to two private, for-profit detention centers in exchange for $2.8 million. Conahan’s time under federal supervision was to end in August 2026, but the federal Bureau of Prisons website has […]")
Residents call for renaming of President Biden Expressway, Biden Street
SCRANTON – Lackawanna and Luzerne County Republicans rallied on Courthouse Square Saturday with a message for government officials, “Get Joe Biden’s name off our local roadways.” The rally comes after...
![Authorities seized over three grams of suspected cocaine, cash and paraphernalia on Dec. 19, during a search of the residence of a Waverly man, according to a criminal complaint. Steven Farrell, 54, of 102 Fairington Lane, is facing a felony charge of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of a small amount of marijuana and having drug paraphernalia. According to the criminal complaint: On Dec. 19, officers applied for a search warrant of Farrell’s residence following a controlled buy as part of an investigation. The District Attorney’s office approved the warrant and it issued out of the […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/STT-L-FARRELL-1227-01.jpg?w=140 "Authorities seized over three grams of suspected cocaine, cash and paraphernalia on Dec. 19, during a search of the residence of a Waverly man, according to a criminal complaint. Steven Farrell, 54, of 102 Fairington Lane, is facing a felony charge of possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of a small amount of marijuana and having drug paraphernalia. According to the criminal complaint: On Dec. 19, officers applied for a search warrant of Farrell’s residence following a controlled buy as part of an investigation. The District Attorney’s office approved the warrant and it issued out of the […]")
Police: Waverly man facing charges for cocaine
Authorities seized over three grams of suspected cocaine, cash and paraphernalia on Dec. 19, during a search of the residence of a Waverly man, according to a criminal complaint. Steven...
![SCRANTON — A former Scranton police officer faces child sex charges after police say he had inappropriate contact with children while he was a school resource officer at West Scranton High School. Stephen Carroll, 49, of 2902 Frink St., is accused of the crimes that occurred from 2009 to 2017, and included sexual intercourse with a 16-year-old, sending graphic text messages, engaging in oral sex and attempting anal sex with with the victims. According to the criminal complaint, Carroll had inappropriate sexual contact with five victims, four of who were under 18. He is no longer employed by the department. […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/STT-L-CARROLL-1221-01.jpg?w=140 "SCRANTON — A former Scranton police officer faces child sex charges after police say he had inappropriate contact with children while he was a school resource officer at West Scranton High School. Stephen Carroll, 49, of 2902 Frink St., is accused of the crimes that occurred from 2009 to 2017, and included sexual intercourse with a 16-year-old, sending graphic text messages, engaging in oral sex and attempting anal sex with with the victims. According to the criminal complaint, Carroll had inappropriate sexual contact with five victims, four of who were under 18. He is no longer employed by the department. […]")
UPDATE: Former Scranton school resource officer charged with sexual assault of minors
SCRANTON — A former Scranton police officer faces child sex charges after police say he had inappropriate contact with children while he was a school resource officer at West Scranton...
![SCRANTON — Local officials are calling for regulation of ghost guns like the kind used in a recent high-profile shooting in New York City. Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, likely used a ghost gun assembled on a 3D printer, police said. Ghost gun kits can also be ordered online […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/AP24345709519032-1.jpg?w=132 "SCRANTON — Local officials are calling for regulation of ghost guns like the kind used in a recent high-profile shooting in New York City. Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, likely used a ghost gun assembled on a 3D printer, police said. Ghost gun kits can also be ordered online […]")
Local officials weigh in on ‘ghost gun’ regulation
SCRANTON — Local officials are calling for regulation of ghost guns like the kind used in a recent high-profile shooting in New York City. Luigi Mangione, the man accused of...
![SCRANTON — A Wilkes-Barre woman who police say was ripping people off by selling sea salt she claimed to be meth was driving without a valid license when stopped by police on Dec. 5, according to a criminal complaint. Chelsea Lehman, 34, of 273 Carey Ave., is charged with possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving with a suspended license. This is what police say happened: At about 8:30 p.m. on Dec. 5, city police spotted Lehman in the 700 block of Moosic Street, with a non-functioning front headlight. Police stopped Lehman and […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/STT-L-LEHMAN-1213-01.jpg?w=140 "SCRANTON — A Wilkes-Barre woman who police say was ripping people off by selling sea salt she claimed to be meth was driving without a valid license when stopped by police on Dec. 5, according to a criminal complaint. Chelsea Lehman, 34, of 273 Carey Ave., is charged with possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving with a suspended license. This is what police say happened: At about 8:30 p.m. on Dec. 5, city police spotted Lehman in the 700 block of Moosic Street, with a non-functioning front headlight. Police stopped Lehman and […]")
Police: Wilkes-Barre woman stopped in Scranton sold sea salt as meth
SCRANTON — A Wilkes-Barre woman who police say was ripping people off by selling sea salt she claimed to be meth was driving without a valid license when stopped by...
![SCRANTON — PennDOT’s District 4 Executive Richard Roman credited Mother Nature with making it possible for the agency to complete projects on schedule during this year’s construction season. The only glitch in the plan was August flooding, which made it necessary to switch gears and address concerns caused by torrential rain that month. Moderate temperatures and weather remained well into November, allowing construction to continue later in the year than usual. With recent wintry precipitation and falling temperatures bringing construction season an end, Roman looked back on what he believed was a very successful year. So far in 2024, […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/STT-L-PENNDOT-1204-04-01-1.jpg?w=132 "SCRANTON — PennDOT’s District 4 Executive Richard Roman credited Mother Nature with making it possible for the agency to complete projects on schedule during this year’s construction season. The only glitch in the plan was August flooding, which made it necessary to switch gears and address concerns caused by torrential rain that month. Moderate temperatures and weather remained well into November, allowing construction to continue later in the year than usual. With recent wintry precipitation and falling temperatures bringing construction season an end, Roman looked back on what he believed was a very successful year. So far in 2024, […]")
PennDOT official looks back on successful construction season
SCRANTON — PennDOT’s District 4 Executive Richard Roman credited Mother Nature with making it possible for the agency to complete projects on schedule during this year’s construction season. The only...
Post-pandemic alcohol use impacted by technology, health trends
When Anthony Arnoni and his friends go out for drinks and dinner, they don't worry about a designated driver.
![SCRANTON — When it comes to weather in Northeast Pennsylvania, there’s good news and there’s bad news. The good news is there are several inches of precipitation predicted from Wednesday evening through Friday, which will likely ease drought conditions and make brush fires less likely. The bad news is some of that precipitation will likely come in the form of snow, making roads slick, causing traffic delays and making it necessary for motorists to clean off their cars. National Weather Service meteorologist Ema Sera pointed out weather over the course of the next several days is temperature and elevation dependent, […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/STT-L-WEATHER-1121-01.jpg?w=132 "SCRANTON — When it comes to weather in Northeast Pennsylvania, there’s good news and there’s bad news. The good news is there are several inches of precipitation predicted from Wednesday evening through Friday, which will likely ease drought conditions and make brush fires less likely. The bad news is some of that precipitation will likely come in the form of snow, making roads slick, causing traffic delays and making it necessary for motorists to clean off their cars. National Weather Service meteorologist Ema Sera pointed out weather over the course of the next several days is temperature and elevation dependent, […]")
Winter weather event hoped to ease drought
SCRANTON — When it comes to weather in Northeast Pennsylvania, there’s good news and there’s bad news. The good news is there are several inches of precipitation predicted from Wednesday...
![SCRANTON — The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday for multiple counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania including Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, Wayne and Wyoming. A Red Flag Warning indicates critical fire weather conditions are either occurring due to a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels. Any fires that develop may quickly get out of control and become difficult to contain, the National Weather Service said in a release. The weather service is forecasting winds of 13 to 17 with gusts up to 30 mph and relative humidity dipping […]](https://www.citizensvoice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/STT-L-BRUSHFIRE-1115-05.jpg?w=132 "SCRANTON — The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday for multiple counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania including Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, Wayne and Wyoming. A Red Flag Warning indicates critical fire weather conditions are either occurring due to a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and dry fuels. Any fires that develop may quickly get out of control and become difficult to contain, the National Weather Service said in a release. The weather service is forecasting winds of 13 to 17 with gusts up to 30 mph and relative humidity dipping […]")
Red Flag Warning issued for northeastern PA due to dry conditions
SCRANTON — The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday for multiple counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania including Lackawanna, Luzerne, Pike, Wayne...