Senator Bob Casey Visits NEPIRC to Discuss Center’s Success and Importance of Manufacturing
Wilkes-Barre, PA – United States Senator Bob Casey visited the Northeastern Pennsylvania Industrial Resource Center (NEPIRC) on November 23rd to recognize the organization’s recent attainment of a Silver Award from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC), the world’s largest association of economic development organizations and practitioners, for its COVID-19 Response, Readiness & Recovery services for regional manufacturers. Those services enabled manufacturers to avoid 1,700 layoffs and
OPEN SKATE AT MOHEGAN SUN ARENA RETURNS THIS THURSDAY TO BENEFIT TOYS FOR TOTS
WILKES-BARRE – The ASM Global managed Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza will open its doors once again for public ice skating on Thursday, December 2nd for the Toys for Tots Open Skate presented by Utz in support of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. Anyone bringing a new, unwrapped toy or making a $5.00 contribution to Toys for Tots is permitted to participate in the Open Skate. The Open Skate will run from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Complimentary snacks will be available for guests’
New Roots Recovery Support Center and King’s College Host Take Out Thanksgiving Dinner for Those in Need
Wilkes-Barre, Pa -- In the US, more than 37 million Americans are at risk of suffering from hunger. And, that number is growing right here in Northeastern Pennsylvania as well. That’s why New Roots Recovery Support Center teamed up with student volunteers from King’s College to provide take-out Thanksgiving dinners to those in need.Pictured at the food distribution at New Root’s Water Street location in Wilkes-Barre are, from left to right, are Matt Bordack – New Roots Volunteer, Colleen Casey – New
Johnson College Now Enrolling Students in OBD II Emissions Training Class
Johnson College’s Continuing Education Program is currently enrolling students into its OBD II Emissions Training class. The class will be held on the Johnson College campus starting Monday, December 13, 2021. Space is limited. To learn more or enroll, call 570-702-8979 or email continuinged@johnson.edu. The OBD II computer monitors a vehicle’s emission control systems in real-time and is capable of informing a motorist or technician of a systemic issue the moment it occurs. The system operates through
Johnson College’s Continuing Education Program is Now Enrolling Students in Its Next Fundamentals of Welding Class
Johnson College’s Continuing Education Program is currently enrolling students in its next Fundamentals of Welding class, scheduled for Monday, December 13, 2021, on its campus in Scranton. Space is very limited. Students will learn the basics of the major welding processes. After fundamentals, students can enroll in an intermediate class in either Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG), or Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG). Each of these classes works toward plate certification to
Johnson College Announces New Two-Year Associates Degree, Mechatronics Technology
Students can now enroll in Johnson College’s new Mechatronics Technology program. The program will start during the fall 2022 semester. The two-year associate degree program prepares students for entry-level work in the multidisciplinary field of Mechatronics, which includes energy, plastics, computer and communications equipment manufacturing, and aerospace technology. Students learn the theoretical principles and measured values required to troubleshoot electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
Greater Wyoming Valley Area YMCA Gears up for 2021 Giving Tuesday Campaign
NOVEMBER 22, 2021, LUZERNE COUNTY – Whenever our community is faced with a crisis and whenever we see a neighbor who needs support, the Y stands ready to help with open arms. The COVID-19 pandemic has created an isolation and inactivity crisis for older adults everywhere and seniors in our community need YMCA programs now more than ever. The pandemic has also caused tremendous challenges for parents returning to in-person work, as child care wait lists are longer than they have ever been. Because of the
News Release: 11/16/2021
Comcast Begins Service to Wilkes-Barre, Courtdale, PringleFirst New Customers Enjoying Services in the City;Network to Pass Thousands More Residences and Businesses through Q4 2022 Service also has begun for nearby Pringle and Courtdale Boroughs;Service to Larksville Borough to begin in Q1 2022 WILKES-BARRE, PA (November 16, 2021) – Comcast today announced it has started providing its full suite of services, including residential broadband speeds up to 1.2 gigabits per second and business speeds up
The Spark Wilkes-Barre Grant Program has officially opened applications to eligible entrepreneurs, start-up businesses, or relocating businesses in Wilkes-Barre City
WILKES-BARRE, PA: The Spark Wilkes-Barre Grant Program is now open to eligible applicants in Wilkes-Barre City. The Spark Wilkes-Barre Grant Program was launched to generate economic development activity in our region by facilitating the growth of new companies and relocation of existing businesses to the City of Wilkes-Barre. This program will provide financial incentives that correspond with the completion of free current and existing business development curriculum modules, provided by local economic
Marywood Jazz Ambassadors Set Fall Concert for November 19
Scranton, PA (November 9, 2021) — The Jazz Ambassadors of Marywood University’s music, theatre, and dance department will present their fall concert on November 19. The performance will take place at 7 p.m. in the Marian Chapel, Swartz Center for Spiritual Life, on Marywood’s campus. Admission is free and open to the public. The concert will be directed by Vincent LoRusso, and the program will feature “Happy Blues,” “Morning Dream,” and “Big Swing Face” by Bill Potts; “Up Jumped Spring” by Freddie
Johnson College Announces New Two-Year Associates Degree Program in Welding Fabrication Manufacturing Technology
Students can now enroll in Johnson College's new two-year associate degree Welding Fabrication Manufacturing Technology program. The program will start during the fall 2022 semester. The two-year program prepares students for entry-level work in the welding industry. Students learn industry methods such as plasma arc, shielded metal arc, and gas metal arc welding, as well as techniques and critical skills for today's welding workforce, including safety, print reading, and weld symbols. Program graduates
