Marywood University Students Receive “Excellence in Programming” Award at National Conference   SCRANTON, PA (November 6, 2017)—Marywood University Student Activities Crew (SAC) members were recently awarded the Excellence in Programming award at the National Association of Campus Activities Northeast (NACA) conference, which was held in Hartford, Conn. SAC members submitted a proposal in September and were…

Marywood University, Christopher Brey, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the Science, Computer Science, and Mathematics Department   Christopher Brey, Ph.D., associate professor in the science, computer science, and mathematics department at Marywood University, was recently invited to the Philly Phage Phestival at Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pa.   Dr. Brey attended the invite-only event and instructional workshops on…

Valley View Students recently attended the 55th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast at the Radisson Hotel in Scranton. First row left to right: Lauren Crinella, Santina Coassolo, Hayley McConnell, Kayla Barrett, and Megan Winter Second row left to right: Mr. Ken Rupp, Student Council Adviser; Mason Black, Dom Lupini, Abbey Halloran, and Jake Sheridan

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…

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…

MMI to hold Visitation Night on November 15   (Freeland, PA – October 31, 2017) – MMI Preparatory School will hold its fall Visitation Night on Wednesday, Nov. 15, starting at 6 p.m. where families can learn more about an MMI education and the advantages the school offers for their children. Visitation Night gives students…

Valley View High School Sophomore Class Officers Pictured left to right: Joel DeCarli, President; and Kaylee Noto, Treasurer