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Radisson Wall Repair / Traffic Information

Lackawanna County will begin the project to repair the retaining wall on Biden Street just off the Biden Expressway by the Radisson Hotel.

The project will begin Monday, April 25, and only the inbound right lane will be closed. Traffic coming into the city may use the other two lanes. The lane will be closed from 7 am until 4:30 pm. The project is estimated to take between two-three weeks, and the plan is to work Monday through Friday.

For questions on the project please contact the Lackawanna County Arts and Culture Department at 570.496.1724 or [email protected].

Government Officials Salute West Scranton Students Ukraine Fund Raiser

The Lackawanna County Commissioners joined with the Scranton Mayor, County staff and Scranton School District Administrators, Staff and Board Members to recognize the efforts of the West Scranton High School Art Club, who coordinated a T-Shirt fund raiser with the proceeds aiding the people of Ukraine who are suffering greatly due to the on-going conflict. Lackawanna County employees purchased 130 T-Shirts to aid the cause.

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County Recognizes National Library Week

The Lackawanna County Commissioners designated April 3 – 9 “National Library Week” in our community and presented a proclamation to members of the County’s library system. These institutions are halls of learning and true treasures for our residents. They offer a variety of programs, services and assistance that is free to the public with a library card.

L-r, Betsy Bonczar and Shu Qiu, Dalton Community Library; Maura Rottmund, Carbondale Public Library; Laurie LaClair, Taylor Community Library; Melanie Rosato, Abington Community Library; Scott Thomas, Scranton Public Library; Mary Garm, Lackawanna County Library System Administrator; Commissioner Debi Domenick; Evie McNulty, Library System Board Member; Commissioner Chris Chermak; Commissioner Jerry Notarianni; Atty. Frank Ruggiero, County Solicitor; Mary Rable, Lackawanna County Library System; and Elizabeth Tarr, North Pocono Public Library.

Lackawanna County Commissioners Declare “Code Blue” Frigid Weather Alert

Based on current cold weather information, the Lackawanna County Commissioners are declaring a “Code Blue” frigid weather alert.

Utilizing forecasts from the National Weather Service at Binghamton, NY, and in consultation with the Lackawanna County Emergency Management Agency, a “Code Blue” is in effect for Lackawanna County, beginning at 8 PM on Monday, March 28, and ending at Noon on Tuesday, March 29.

A “Code Blue” alert is issued when the forecasted temperature in Lackawanna County (including wind chills) is expected to reach 20 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. If necessary, based on weather conditions, an extension of the alert may be issued.

The goal of this notification is to: make people aware of the extremely cold conditions; provide information related to health and wellness in the cold weather; and publicize the locations of emergency homeless shelters that are operated by area social service agencies.

During a “Code Blue” alert, homeless individuals can access an emergency shelter at the following locations:

Keystone Mission, Weston Field House, 982 Providence Road, (doors open at 8 p.m. during the week. Closed Wednesday. Weekend hours vary.)
Anthony’s Haven, 409 Olive Street, Scranton, (hours: 7 p.m. to 8 a.m.)
Community Intervention Center, 445 North 6^th Avenue, Scranton, (hours: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)

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Radisson Wall Repair / Traffic Information

Government Officials Salute West Scranton Students Ukraine Fund Raiser

County Recognizes National Library Week

Lackawanna County Commissioners Declare “Code Blue” Frigid Weather Alert

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