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Yankees call up George Lombard Jr.
BRONX, NEW YORK(WBRE/WYOU)— With the MLB Trade Deadline behind the organization, the New York Yankees made improvements to the big club Monday night, internally. The Yankees are calling up top prospect and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders shortstop George Lombard Jr. The Yanks #1 prospect started this season in Double-A Somerset. Lombard was called up to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in […]
New Locations for Office of Student Support and Success, Military Science Program
Teams invite the University community to visit and learn more about the benefits available to Royals.
Meet the Marshal: Business student marshal, Andrew Harshe
Meet Andrew Harshe, Penn State Scranton's business student marshal, who will lead the group of business grads at the campus' 58th commencement ceremony on May 9 at the Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple. Harshe shared insights about his Penn State Scranton journey, future plans and advice for incoming students.
Yankees news: Volpe demoted to Scranton, Rice day-to-day
Volpe demoted to Triple-A after rehab assignment; Rice day-to-day with hand contusion; Hill sneaking in a new slider; Chisholm Jr.’s power outage a concern.
Violent crime falls in Scranton under Mayor Cognetti
The decrease comes after the Cognetti administration invested millions of dollars in the local police force.
Drag performer upset over political ad that used photo
Drag performer Lady Lydia has become an unwilling political symbol in the 8th District race between U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan and Scranton Mayor Paige Gebhardt Cognetti.
Yankees Outfielder Hits Injured List; Jasson Domínguez Gets the Call
The New York Yankees announced a significant roster move on Saturday afternoon, sending center fielder Trent Grisham to the 10-day injured list with a hamstring strain. To replace him, the Yankees recalled outfielder Jasson Domínguez from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Since going down with a concussion in May, Domínguez's OPS in the minors has dropped 77 points, …
RailRiders fall two games behind in loss to Red Wings
ROCHESTER, NEW YORK (WBRE/WYOU) — The RailRiders lose Sunday’s game against the Red Wings 6-4, falling two games behind Rochester entering the final week of the regular season. Early on, Oswaldo Cabrera was a majority of Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s offense. Early in the second inning, Cabrera hit his 18th homerun to take a 2-1 lead. During his […]
Yankees news: Could Jasson Domínguez land at Triple-A Scranton?
Is The Martian headed to Triple-A to start 2026?; a look at the Yanks’ roster as spring nears; can Grisham do it again?
Vault: Credit card politics on the trail
Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti is vowing to crack down on credit card fees as part of her campaign to flip Rep. Rob Bresnahan’s seat in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Join us for a live storytelling event on mental health in Pa.
Join us July 30 at Scranton’s Albright Memorial Library for this live, storytelling event on Pennsylvania’s mental health care systems.
Our Opinion: Don’t delay studies of health, environmental impact of data centers
In so many ways, it was the opposite of just about everything one might expect from a public meeting these days. An overflow crowd of residents jammed into the Lackawanna County Commissioners’ meeting room in Scranton on Wednesday,…
PENGUINS HOST MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS NIGHT ON SATURDAY
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins will host Mental Health Awareness Night this Saturday, Jan. 17 at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza.
Embassy workers allege repeated health insurance coverage lapses at four NEPA homes
Workers at four Embassy Healthcare nursing homes in Northeastern Pennsylvania say late premium payments have disrupted their health insurance coverage for the s
‘Skyrocketing’ diesel prices impacting area businesses
The average price of diesel fuel in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre/Hazleton market rose to $6.52 as of Thursday — up about $2.50 from last year and nearing the record high of $6.62 set in May 2022.
Scranton Times-Tribune
For a feel for the past and present of entertainment in Northeastern Pennsylvania, consider the Ritz Theater in Scranton. Will Rogers did rope tricks there in the heyday of vaudeville, in the same place metal bands and jazz ensembles play…
Shapiro Administration Highlights Governor’s Proposed Budget Investments Using Healthy Meals to Support Better Health for Medicaid Recipients
Shapiro Administration Highlights Governor’s Proposed Budget Investments Using Healthy Meals to Support Better Health for Medicaid Recipients
Family business bounces back after tragedy
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A family business proved that good things come to those who wait. The local restaurant reopened after many years, and more than one tragedy closed their doors...
Community Health Systems Completes Divestiture of Three Pennsylvania Hospitals to Tenor Health Foundation
FRANKLIN, Tenn., February 02, 2026--Community Health Systems, Inc. (NYSE: CYH) announced today that certain subsidiaries of the Company have completed the divestiture of 186-bed Regional Hospital of Scranton and 122-bed Moses Taylor Hospital in Scranton, Pennsylvania, 369-bed Wilkes-Barre General Hospital in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and certain related businesses to affiliates of Tenor Health Foundation for $33 million of cash plus a $15 million promissory note from the buyer. Additional cash
Yankees’ Option Reliever Bradley Hanner To Triple A
As a corresponding move to the Yankees activating Elmer Rodriguez ahead of tonight’s game, in which he will be the starting pitcher, the Yankees have optioned right-handed relief pitcher Bradley Hanner back to Triple-A Scranton Wilkes-Barre, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post.Hanner is 29 years old, listed at 6’4 210 lbs. The journeyman […] The post Yankees’ Option Reliever Bradley Hanner To Triple A appeared first on HEAVY.
Scranton Business and Professional Women’s Club scholarship
Joan Peterson, right, presents a check to the winner of the Scranton Business and Professional Women’s Club scholarship for 2026, Isabella Hubert. Isabella graduated from Scranton High School and will attend the University of Scranton in t…
Pope Leo XIV’s October prayer intention is ‘for mental health ministry’
VATICAN CITY (Vatican News) – Pope Leo XIV has dedicated his October prayer intention to mental health ministry, calling on the Church to listen without judging and accompany those who suffer without excluding them. In a video produced by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, the pope prayed that the Church may be an “open house” … Continue reading
Yankees Announce Roster Move Ahead of Cody Bellinger’s Return
The New York Yankees announced a roster move after their 4-3 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays on August 22. Utilityman Max Schuemann has been optioned to Triple-A Scranton Wilkes-Barre. Following today’s game, the Yankees optioned INF/OF Max Schuemann to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. — New York Yankees (@Yankees) August 22, 2026 Schuemann’s demotion paves the way […] The post Yankees Announce Roster Move Ahead of Cody Bellinger’s Return appeared first on HEAVY.
Yankees news: ALL RISE! Judge returns to the lineup today
Aaron Judge activated from the IL; Giancarlo Stanton still trying to return; Rodríguez optioned to Scranton
Yankees’ pitcher booed after disastrous spot start
They had reason for hope as the 27-year-old right-hander had gone 5-0 with a 1.24 ERA at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in June
Pens Points: Off to Philly
Here are your Pens Points for this Monday morning… The Pittsburgh Penguins assigned forwards Tristan Broz and Danton Heinen to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins on Sunday. [Trib Live] Before his reassignment, rookie forward Tristan Broz made his NHL debut last week against the Buffalo Sabres. Picked in the second round of the 2021 NHL Draft, Broz’s […]
This Yankees’ Prospect Could Be X Factor in October Bullpen
Yankees right-handed pitching prospect and their third-best prospect, Carlos Lagrange, is being considered for possible addition to the postseason roster, reported Yankees beat writer Bryan Hoch of MLB.com in a tweet, per Aaron Boone.Lagrange has been recovering from a right shoulder capsular sprain that has kept him out since July. Lagrange returned to Triple-A Scranton […] The post This Yankees’ Prospect Could Be X Factor in October Bullpen appeared first on HEAVY.
Big series for RailRiders’ Fernández earns him weekly award
Outfielders Fernández and Corona contributing at key moments for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Bob Bolus, Scranton political activist, philanthropist, dies at age 83
Bob Bolus, a tow-truck company owner, divisive political activist and Christmas dinner philanthropist, died late Thursday night in a hospital at age 83 from an illness, a longtime friend confirmed Friday. Earlier this year, the Scranton…
Wilkes Weekly: Two wins and a dud
The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins won their first two games last week before the rare blowout loss took them down a notch. Nick Hart at WBSPenguins with more: Wednesday, Dec. 10 – PENGUINS 3 at Hartford 0Sergei Murashov thwarted a first-period barrage from the Wolf Pack, earning to a 34-save shutout. Phil Tomasino and Avery Hayes scored on […]
Yankees prospects: Lombard notches two hits in Scranton win
Recapping the Yankees’ minor league affiliates’ results from July 29th.
Repairs needed after business hit-and-run
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A family-owned business in Scranton is reeling after a hit-and-run crash that badly damaged their property. The owners are now looking for answers, hoping someone will come forward. The family told 28/22 News while there have been instances when someone sideswiped their fence, they’ve never seen anything quite like this […]
Bellinger 1-for-3 in first rehab assignment
MOOSIC, PA(WBRE/WYOU)– 2026 All-Star Game MVP Cody Bellinger finished the night 1-for-3 from the plate in his first rehab assignment with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders. The New York Yankees outfielder played DH, hitting second in the SWB lineup. Bellinger singled in the first inning to right field. He then later flied out in the bottom of […]
Pens Points: Opening night nears
Here are your Pens Points for this Monday morning… The Penguins assigned Bill Zonnon, Harrison Brunicke and Joel Blomqvist to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton on Sunday and placed Blake Lizotte, Ben Kindel, Justin Brazeau and Ryan Graves on injured reserve. Pittsburgh must make at least two more roster moves before Monday’s deadline to reach the 23-player limit. [PensBurgh] […]
‘We’ve Never Been This Bad.’ Eastern Pennsylvania Weighs Its Rising Costs
With two swing districts, the region from Scranton to Allentown could decide control of the House, and voters are expressing profound economic distress.
Yankees' Max Fried begins minor-league rehab assignment with 3 innings for Triple-A Scranton-Wilkes Barre
Unearthed records reveal Dem mayor sought tax hike to fund DEI role ahead of key House race
Scranton's mayor once proposed a 3% property tax increase to fund a DEI coordinator role, a budget her city council ultimately cut without fanfare.
Scranton woman charged with stealing funds from federal health care programs
A Scranton woman stole checks, some of which came from federal health insurance programs, and used them on herself, federal authorities say