Marywood University to Hold Autism Spectrum Disorder Workshop SCRANTON, PA (September 27, 2017)—Marywood University’s Professional Continuing Education department will hold an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Workshop on Wednesday, November 15, 2017, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., in the McGowan Community Room, at the Swartz Center for Spiritual Life. This workshop aims to…
SADD Club Encourages Drivers to “Rock the Belt” The West Scranton High School chapter of the SADD Club took to the parking lots and sidewalks around the school to “chalk” the message of October: “Rock the Belt.” This was an effort to catch the attention of all drivers with a reminder to wear their seatbelts. …
Marywood University to Celebrate Veterans Day with Field of Flags for the Fallen Campaign and Special Ceremonies SCRANTON, PA (October 30, 2017)—Marywood University’s office of military and veteran services and the Student Veteran Alliance will lead activities to honor those who are serving and who have served our country on Friday, November 10, 2017, at…
West Scranton High School Marching Band Receives Donation from Froggy 101 The West Scranton High School Marching Band, under the direction of Corey Bartell, received a grant from Froggy 101 which will be used for instrument repairs. The grant was awarded through an online email contest sponsored by the radio station. West Scranton received…
Halloween at The View: Mountain View Celebrates Halloween Mountain View Jr/Sr High School, Kingsley, PA, hosted their annual Halloween costume competition on Tuesday, October 31, 2017. Students, staff and faculty members participated in the festivities, and this year’s event did not disappoint. From a T-Rex, to Christmas Presents, the halls and classrooms were littered with…
Marywood University to Hold Free, Confidential Memory Screenings SCRANTON, PA (October 26, 2017)—Marywood University will offer free, confidential memory screenings on Tuesday, November 14, 2017, as part of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) National Memory Screening Program. The screenings will be held from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., in the Psychological Service Center,…
West Scranton’s Jimmy Greenfield Qualifies for PMEA District Chorus West Scranton High School senior Jimmy Greenfield has qualified through audition to attend the PMEA Choral Festival, which will take place at Wallenpaupack High School in January. He came in 7th place out of all who auditioned on the Tenor 2 voice part. PMEA…
Old Forge High School Devil Pride Winners for the month of October. left to right: Grade 7- Lauren Cole, Grade 8- Nicholas Zamerowski, Grade 9- Doreen Parker- Green, Grade 10- Lindsey Welsh, Grade 12- Angelina Palma, Mr. Chris Gatto- High School Principal. Missing when photo was taken was Michael Mucciolo- Grade 11
West Scranton Students Help the Scranton Fire Department Donate to Hurricane Relief Effort Students and faculty at West Scranton High School collected donations for victims impacted by the recent hurricanes. Scranton Fire Chief, Pat Desarno, transported these items, which will be distributed by the Red Cross to those affected by these disasters. Standing (L to R):…
Marywood University Students Receive Top Honors at College Media Association Pinnacle Awards SCRANTON, PA (October 30, 2017)—Marywood University communication arts students recently received top awards at the College Media Association Pinnacle Awards. John Ferraro, Dickson City, Pa., sports editor for The Wood Word and communication arts master’s program student, and Rachel Looker, Blandon, Pa., editor-in-chief…