Janney Montgomery Scott financial advisor receives two designations Mark Santaniello, Financial Advisor in Janney Montgomery Scott’s Scranton Office, has earned two designations. The first is the Accredited Investment Fiduciary® designation. This certification signifies specialized knowledge of fiduciary responsibility and is the culmination of intense coursework and exams focusing on the ability to implement portfolio strategies that meet a defined standard of care. Only those financial planners who demonstrate the requisite experience, education and ethical standards are awarded the AIF® designation. In addition, he recently earned the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor® (AWMA®) designation from the College for Financial Planning®. The program provides advanced education in wealth management strategies, including investment management, retirement planning, tax considerations, estate planning and risk management to help advisors address the complex financial needs of individuals and families, including helping clients navigate investment, retirement and legacy-planning decisions. Santeniello is a member of The Wilson Wealth Advisory Group of Janney Montgomery Scott. The office is located at 72 Glenmaura National Boulevard, Moosic, PA 18507. Visit the company’s website to learn more about its work and financial advisors.
Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center Completes Structural Steel for Expansion Project Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center has completed steel frame construction on its expansion and modernization project, keeping work on pace to open the hospital’s new 11-story patient tower in 2028. Geisinger officials and community partners held a beam-topping ceremony on Wednesday, July 15, to commemorate the milestone, which brings Luzerne County and northeastern Pennsylvania a step closer to better access to acute hospital-based healthcare services. The project, which grows clinical space and enhances programs in medical-surgical care, critical care, emergency medicine, trauma care, surgical care and advanced cardiovascular care, is designed to meet the growing needs of a region whose 65-and-older population is projected to grow by 11% between 2023 and 2028. “When this project is complete, Geisinger Wyoming Valley will be more capable of meeting the needs of our friends and neighbors across NEPA, but it will also be the destination medical center our region deserves,” said Ron Beer, chief administrative officer for Geisinger’s northeast region. “This expansion will provide better access to exceptional care in a setting where patients can heal in peace and privacy.” The new patient tower will allow Geisinger Wyoming Valley to transition to an all-private-room model. Private rooms offer a more spacious and tranquil environment in which patients can rest and recover, while also improving families’ and care teams’ exchange of information and collaboration on care plans. Between new construction and renovation, the project covers more than 600,000 square feet. Upgrades to the hospital include: 58 medical-surgical inpatient beds 6 operating rooms 22 emergency medicine treatment areas 3 trauma bays Dedicated emergency room (ER) space for behavioral health patients 24 intensive care beds 2 structural heart rooms for advanced valve procedures Updated cardiac catheterization labs for heart attack care and interventional cardiology procedures More clinical space for cardiovascular programs and cardiac imagery The nearly $900 million project continues a recent series of Geisinger investments in Luzerne County focused on providing high-quality outpatient specialty care and acute inpatient care, including the expansion and renovation of the Frank M. and Dorothea Henry Cancer Center, opening of Geisinger Healthplex CenterPoint, construction of Geisinger Medical Office Building Wyoming Valley, and continued program growth at Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre. “Our mission is to provide the best care close to home for the communities we serve,” said Megan Brosious, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Geisinger. “That includes everything from the most routine well visit to the most advanced hospital-based intervention. As we’ve been able to provide outpatient services at dedicated clinics and centers out in our communities, we’ve been able to invest in and grow our medical centers.” After the new patient tower opens in 2028, renovation work will continue through 2030. In all, the project nearly doubles the size of Geisinger Wyoming Valley and puts its capability on par with major academic medical centers. “Our nurses, advanced practice providers and doctors care about this community, and they give a lot of themselves,” said Renee Blakiewicz, vice president and chief nursing officer for Geisinger’s northeast region. “For their hard work and commitment, they also deserve the best medical center we can create. Geisinger Wyoming Valley should be the hospital that makes local talent want to stay local and invites great talent from all over the world to practice in northeastern Pennsylvania.”
SWB RailRiders, Hardman Earns International League Player of the Week by MiLB Minor League Baseball has announced its weekly awards for July 6-12 and Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s Tyler Hardman was named the International League’s Player of the Week. The RailRider smashed a dozen hits, including four homers, and drove in nine to lead the team. Hardman had an exceptional week hitting .500 at Sahlen Field against Buffalo, the Triple-A affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays. The 27-year-old played and had a hit in every contest, including both games of a doubleheader. Hardman started off with a four-hit, two-homer night in the series opener. He smashed a ball over the wall in three consecutive games. On Wednesday, he homered against future Hall of Famer Max Scherzer in the first frame. The righty also had a three-hit night in the Friday night contest. With Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Hardman has hit .276 in 44 games in Triple-A. He’s had nine doubles and nine homers along with 26 RBI. He began the season in Somerset, playing 42 contests in Double-A. There he smacked 13 home runs and 40 RBI. Hardman leads the entire Yankees farm system with 86 games played and with 66 runs batted in. He has notched the second most long balls with 22. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre returns to PNC Field for a nine-game homestand post All-Star break. For more information on the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, visit www.swbrailriders.com
Dave & Buster’s to Host Holiday Party Preview Open House Dave & Buster’s will host a Holiday Party Preview Open House on Tuesday, July 28, at 4 p.m., giving attendees the opportunity to experience the venue and begin planning their holiday celebrations. Guests are invited to bring a guest and enjoy a complimentary VIP holiday sneak peek with no presentations or sales pressure. The event includes complimentary food, drinks and unlimited game play, along with two premium drink tickets and a $25 Power Card. Attendees will also have the opportunity to sample holiday menu offerings, including prime rib, grilled salmon, cheese tortellini alfredo with bacon, mini cheesecakes and more. Guests who book their holiday event during the Holiday Party Preview Open House will receive 20% off their holiday party booking.
Regional Hospital of Scranton Expands Access to Colorectal and General Surgery Services Commonwealth Health Physician Network is pleased to announce that William Auriemma, M.D., FACS, FASCRS,has joined its provider team and is now accepting new patients in Scranton. Dr. Auriemma is also a member of the medical staff at Regional Hospital of Scranton. A board-certified colorectal and general surgeon, Dr. Auriemma provides comprehensive surgical care for a wide range of conditions, including colon and rectal disorders, hernias, gallbladder disease, appendicitis, and more. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of colorectal conditions such as colon cancer, diverticular disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and hemorrhoids. Dr. Auriemma is experienced in both traditional and minimally invasive surgical techniques and offers advanced robotic-assisted surgery to help improve precision, reduce recovery times, and enhance patient outcomes. With two da Vinci Xi robotic surgical systems, Regional Hospital of Scranton provides patients with timely access to advanced, minimally invasive surgical options. Dr. Auriemma earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University Medical School. He completed his residency in general surgery at Episcopal Hospital in Philadelphia and a fellowship in colon and rectal surgery at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown. He is board certified by both the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Services include: Robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery Colonoscopy Colon and rectal surgery Bowel resections for colon cancer, diverticular disease, and inflammatory bowel disease Hernia surgery Gallbladder surgery Medical and surgical treatment of hemorrhoids Appendectomy Dr. Auriemma practices at: Commonwealth Health Physician Network – Colorectal and General Surgery743 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 203Scranton, PA 18510570-344-9457 Most major insurance plans are accepted, including Geisinger Health Plan. To schedule an appointment or learn more, call 570-344-9457.
Lackawanna Blind Association’s memorial golf tournament rescheduled The Lackawanna Blind Association’s 39th annual William J. Jordan, M.D. “Swing for Sight” Memorial Golf Tournament has been rescheduled to Monday, August 17, at Glen Oak Country Club in Clarks Summit. The event was rescheduled due to the weather. The tournament will feature a Captain & Crew format, as well as a $10,000 hole-in-one prize and skill-based contests. Community members, business leaders and supporters are welcome to take part in the tournament, which supports programs that empower people who are blind or visually impaired throughout Lackawanna and Susquehanna Counties. The cost to participate is $225 per golfer. You can register or get more information about the tournament by calling 570-342-7613 ext. 5 or by clicking here.
Scranton Area Community Foundation awards grant to The Wright Center The Wright Centers for Community Health and Graduate Medical Education will use a $18,700 grant from the Scranton Area Community Foundation to help its patients in need with transportation, hygiene supplies and household items. Specifically, the grant money will be used to buy bus passes, transportation vouchers and gas cards for patients enrolled in The Wright Center for Community Health’s Healthy Maternal Opiate Medical Support program and patients being helped by The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s new street medicine program to get to and from doctor appointments at Wright Center community health centers and at community partners across the region. “Transportation assistance is essential to help patients access critical services and reduce barriers to care,” said Dr. Douglas Klamp, who leads the street medicine team and serves as The Wright Center’s senior vice president, chief medical education officer, and physician chair of resident and fellow talent acquisition. “By improving transportation access, patients will be better able to attend appointments, adhere to treatment, and remain engaged in care, especially if they are experiencing financial difficulties, housing insecurity, or other challenges.” The money will also be used to provide hygiene supplies and household items to patients at the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Clinic.
Outreach – Center for Community Resources to host Children’s Career Fair Outreach- Center for Community Resources will host its annual Children’s Career Fair on Saturday, August 22, from 10 am to 1 pm. The career fair will be at 431 North 7th Avenue in Scranton and will have the theme “Professions for Parents, Too!” Kids ages 2 to 12 and their parents will be able to explore more than 40 career options and discover their interests in a fun, hands-on environment. Professionals from local industries will lead interactive activities. Parents and caregivers will also be able to speak with local employees to learn about potential career pathways and opportunities in the area. This year’s “Professions for Parents, Too!” component will allow adults to explore careers alongside their kids. Each child will complete a “career passport” as they move through the booths at the event. When it’s complete, they can choose an educational item from the free children’s store. There will also be face-painting, live music, STEAM projects, free back-to-school haircuts, back-to-school supplies, take-home career materials, and complimentary food and treats. “We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to dream big and aspire to greatness,” said Lori Chaffers, MSW, President/CEO of Outreach. “The Children’s Career Fair gives children the chance to explore different professions, spark their imaginations, and picture a bright future. By connecting parents with local employers at the same time, we support the whole family in working toward stability and self-sufficiency.” For more information about this event, you can contact Liz Ratchford at (570) 558-7562 or lratchford@outreachworks.org.
The Dime Bank names 2026 scholarship recipients The Dime Bank has awarded scholarships to six students from local school districts in honor of their academic achievements and leadership potential. This year’s recipients are Genevieve Neenan from Wallenpaupack attending Syracuse University, Timothy Jason from Delaware Valley attending Penn State, Mia Tallo from West Scranton attending Penn State, Megan Hartman from Scranton attending Penn State, Trevor Dressler from Wayne Highlands attending Shippensburg University, and Simon Kowalchuk-Swartz from Wayne Highlands attending Queen’s University in Kingston. To qualify for the scholarship, students have to be pursuing higher education in business, economics, finance, management or accounting. Each graduating senior received a $1,000 scholarship to support their continued education. You can learn more information about The Dime Bank’s scholarship program at www.thedime.bank/scholarship.
Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins Announce 2026-27 Regular Season Schedule The Wilkes Barre/Scranton Penguins have announced their 2026-27 regular season schedule along with home opener game. The home opener game will take place on Saturday, October 3rd at 6:05 pm at Mohegan Arena.
