WIB Funding Helps Local Students Attend International Trade Show

Skills in Scranton, the workforce development affiliate of The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, collaborated with the Workforce Investment Board (WIB) of Lackawanna County to underwrite costs for Mid Valley, Old Forge and Valley View High School students to participate in an international trade show in New York City. Each high... READ MORE

The League of Women Voters of Lackawanna County Provide Information about Home Rule Charter Study Commission Candidates

All registered voters in Lackawanna County –Democrats, Republicans, Independents, Green, Reform, registered in any other party – will play an important part in determining the direction of County government. On May 21st you’ll be asked to vote Yes or No to this question: Shall a government study commission of seven members... READ MORE

ModSpace Hanover Township Hosts Grand Opening Event

Please join ModSpace for the grand opening of their new Hanover Township branch on Wednesday, May 22nd, from 11:00- 2:00 pm. An 11:30 ribbon cutting will kick-off the event at 2221 San Souci Parkway. The Scranton Chamber of Commerce and local officials will be in attendance. Stop by for a free... READ MORE

NEPIRC Hosts Educational Seminars

NEPIRC is offering free educational seminars to local businesses. NEPIRC is a regional not-for-profit corporation that provides consulting services and industry programs designed to avail manufacturers to profitable growth.   Training Within Every Industry Workshop Flyer Innovation Seminar Flyer... READ MORE

TekRidge Center Hosts Grand Opening

New Technology Incubator Facility Opens in Jessup

 

TekRidge Center Offers State-of-the-Art Facility to Tech Companies in Northeastern Pennsylvania

The Scranton Lackawanna Industrial Building Company (SLIBCO), The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce’s industrial development affiliate, announces the opening of TekRidge Center, an $8.3 million technology incubator office facility at the... READ MORE

Sponsorship Opportunities Available with Leadership Lackawanna

Leadership Lackawanna's “Celebration of Leadership” event will be held on Thursday evening, June 20, 2013 at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple in Scranton. This exciting evening pays tribute to the Leadership of our area and highlights the achievements from our past year. It will also honor the... READ MORE

The Small Business Spotlight is on NEPA Career and College Counseling Associates

A little over a year ago, Jennifer Severini-Kresock decided to follow her passion and use her 20 years of guidance counseling experience to become a business owner. She founded NEPA Career and College Counseling Associates. Her business provides education and assistance relating to job and college... READ MORE

Leadership Lackawanna Fundraises for StART! Project

Come support  Leadership Lackawanna's StART! project at Jilly's Restaurant & Bar, 524 Court St, Scranton on Friday, April 13, 2012 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM. The cost is $20 per person which includes endless drinks and appetizers. There will also be 50/50 and raffles. StArt! is a collaborative project with First... READ MORE

The University of Scranton Named Among Nation’s Top 25 Healthiest Universities

The University of Scranton ranked as the 25th “Healthiest” college in the United States, according to a new listing posted on Greatist.com, an online source for health and fitness information. Greatist.com reviewed nearly 100 colleges noted for “exceptional food, fitness facilities, health services, heath-related programming, and just... READ MORE

Local Photographer Receives Blue Ribbon

Certified Professional Photographer Cheryl Kaiser of Scott Township, owner of Kaiser Fine Photography, Carbondale, recently received a blue ribbon for her portrait titled “Quiet Rebel”. The state print competition was held at the April convention of the Professional Photographers of Pennsylvania in State College, Pa. Three... READ MORE