Local Organizations Join Statewide Art Project For the third consecutive year, Geisinger has joined the Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance (PFSA) and local organizations to boost child abuse prevention efforts with a statewide art project. During April — Child Abuse Prevention month — canvases painted by children were displayed in community locations and Geisinger clinics. Painting for Prevention kits were distributed to children by community groups, including the Nurse-Family Partnership, Susquehanna Valley United Way, Columbia County Family Center and the Geisinger Child Advocacy Center. The Painting for Prevention project hopes to unite community members to prevent child abuse and neglect. The design for this year’s canvas includes an outline of the state with a sunny landscape, flowers and a blue ribbon, which is the national symbol for child abuse prevention. Artwork is on display at Geisinger clinics, including Woodbine, Bloomsburg, Lewisburg, Lewistown, Kulpmont and many more. To get involved with this project or others by the PFSA, visit pafsa.org.
Enjoy Annual Mother’s Day Brunch Celebrate the incredible women in your life at our Annual Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the elegant Hilton Scranton & Conference Center. There’s truly something for everyone to enjoy. Seating times are available between 11:30 AM and 3:00 PM. Choose the perfect time to relax, gather, and celebrate. Reservations are required, so be sure to call today and secure a table.
Commemorative Air Force Airpower History Tour Coming To AVP The distinctive rumble of radial engines from two of the rarest World War II bombers, the B-29 Superfortress “FIFI” and B-24 Liberator “Diamond Lil”, will be heard in the skies over Wilkes-Barre and Scranton in June when they visit Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport as part of the AirPower History Tour of the Commemorative Air Force. The two bombers are to be accompanied by a T-6 Texan, a PT-13 Stearman, and the RC-45J SNB “Big Oily Beast”. The P-51D Mustang “Gunfighter” will also be making an appearance. The AirPower History Tour brings the sights, sounds, and stories of World War II aviation to airports across North America each year. Visitors to the ramp will be able to view all aircraft up close, purchase rides, and tour the B-29 and B-24 cockpits when the aircraft are not flying. The B-29 and B-24 are scheduled to arrive on Tuesday, June 16th at noon. Accompanying aircraft are scheduled to arrive on Tuesday as well. The P-51D will arrive on Friday, June 19th at noon. The aircraft will be staged at the North Cargo Ramp, located at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport, 100 Terminal Road, Avoca, PA 18641. Parking for the event will be at The Venue/Culinary Creations lot, 28 Concorde Dr., Dupont, PA 18641. Parking is $10 per car and includes a shuttle to the aircraft location. Credit or Debit Card only. No cash will be accepted. The event will be open to the public Wednesday through Sunday, June 17 through June 21 from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Access to the ramp where the warbirds are parked is $20 for adults, $10 for children ages 11-17 and free for children 10 and under. The T-6, the PT-13, and the RC-45J will be offering rides each day. The P-51D will be offering rides beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Friday. The B-29 flies on Saturday and Sunday at 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The B-24 flies on Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Cockpit tours of the B-29 and B-24 will be available each day beginning at 9:00 a.m., except on Saturday and Sunday when they will begin at noon. Rides may be booked in advance at AirPowerTour.org where additional information about the event may also be found.
Start Feasting at Food Truck Friday May 1st starts a new Friday tradition. Food Truck Fridays are officially taking over at Clubhouse315 and this isn’t just about food. Enjoy rotating food trucks every week, live music, cold drinks, free cornhole, and a full Friday night atmosphere that hits every time. Here’s what to expect: • New food trucks + flavors every week • Live music all summer long • Beer + cocktail specials • Hole-in-one challenge → win $1000 • Complimentary door prizes for the first 10 guests • Free entry + free cornhole Live music lineup: May 1 – Shane Fabiani (Opening Party) May 29 – Marcus Welliver June 26 – Mike Elward July 31 – Triple Fret August 28 – Lisa P September 25 – Ben Yates October 30 – Kyle Demko Every Friday | 5–11PM 1492 HWY 315, Wilkes-Barre Enjoy live music and new food at Food Truck Fridays at Clubhouse 315.
Gear Up for an Immersive Paintball Event Love scenario play? Make sure to come out May 16th & 17th for Cypher Scenario Consulting’s 1969: Vietnam at Skirmish Paintball. Join Cypher Scenario Consulting on a trip back to 1969 and experience the Vietnam War as told through an epic 2 day paintball scenario. Experience the Vietnam War as told through a 2-day paintball scenario with minefields, booby traps, and locals who may help, or hinder, your efforts. Tickets start at $89.99 and are available online.
Attend a Mysterious Night at Midnight at the Masquerade Step into the shadows… if you dare at Midnight at the Masquerade, a chilling Murder Mystery Dinner Theater experience on Friday, May 15th at Wallenpaupack Brewing Company. Behind every mask lies a secret… and before the night is over, someone won’t make it out. Indulge in a three-course dinner while the mystery unfolds around you—follow the clues, question the suspects, and see if you can uncover the truth before it’s too late. Attendees must be over 21 and reservations are required. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Don’t miss the chance to be part of the mystery. Wear the finest disguise, and prepare for an unforgettable night of suspense.
Nineteen Students Complete 5th Annual Cohort Johnson College celebrated the 5th Readiness in Skilled Employment (NEPA RISE) cohort at their Scranton campus. Nineteen students completed the RISE program over the past nine months, building skills in fields including Medical Assistant, Welding, Diesel Technology and Preventative Maintenance, Building and Property Maintenance, and Cybersecurity. Along the way, students received career coaching and individualized case management from UNC’s Workforce Development program to help remove barriers and support their path to employment.The celebration included remarks from Dr. Katie Pittelli, President and CEO of Johnson College; Lisa Durkin, President and CEO of United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA; Dr. Kellyn Williams, Associate Vice President of Special Programs at Johnson College; and Lackawanna County Commissioner Thom Welby, who each shared their congratulations and encouragement with the cohort.Congratulations to this cohort on an important milestone.
The Dime Bank Announces First Quarter 2026 Earnings Dimeco, Inc. (OTCQX: DIMC), the holding company for The Dime Bank, reported unaudited results for the first quarter of 2026. For the three months ending March 31, 2026, Dimeco recorded net income of $4.8 million, up 48.7% or $1.6 million from the same period last year. Net income at this level resulted in a return on average assets of 1.68% and a return on average equity of 14.96%, an increase of 42.4% and 25.9%, respectively, over the first quarter of 2025. On March 31, 2026, total assets were $1.1 billion, an increase of $40.2 million over March 31, 2025. During this same period, total loans increased by $61.6 million to $845.6 million, a growth rate of 7.9%. Deposits were $981.3 million on March 31, 2026, $47.3 million or 5.1% greater than the previous year. Maintaining a strong capital position, stockholders’ equity was $127.8 million on March 31, 2026, growth of $16.9 million over balances a year earlier. Dividends reflected a 7.1% increase, amounting to $.45 per share for the period ended March 31, 2026. President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Bochnovich stated, “I am pleased to present the results of Dimeco, Inc. for the first quarter of 2026. The year began on a strong note, with continued growth in both loans and deposits strengthening our overall financial performance. As the year progresses, I remain optimistic about the opportunities ahead, as management continues to pursue disciplined strategies to strengthen the balance sheet and enhance the Company’s solid performance. As always, we thank our shareholders and customers for their continued support and commitment.”
The Wright Center, Resident Physician Commits Career on 50th Anniversary When Sandra Rabat, D.O., first arrived in Scranton six years ago, she didn’t realize she was putting down roots for her future. The 30-year-old Erie, Pennsylvania, native spent three years in the Electric City as a member of the inaugural cohort from A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA), completing her clinical rotations at The Wright Center for Community Health during medical school. She remained in the region to pursue a three-year Internal Medicine residency with The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education. As The Wright Center marked its 50th anniversary – celebrating a legacy of preparing highly skilled, compassionate primary care physicians to expand access to care in Northeast Pennsylvania and underserved communities nationwide – Dr. Rabat signed a contract to continue her career there as one of its newest primary care physicians. “I’m so proud to be able to sign my contract on our 50th anniversary. How special is it to be a part of something like that,” said Dr. Rabat, who will graduate from The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s Internal Medicine Residency Program on June 20. “Home is where your community is, and I’ve formed a community here in Northeast Pennsylvania.” The Wright Center’s story began in 1976, when a young oncologist named Dr. Robert E. Wright returned home to Scranton and realized the extent of the physician shortage in Northeast Pennsylvania. With community support and a Primary Care Workforce Development Grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Bureau of Health Manpower and several smaller grants, he established the Scranton-Temple Residency Program on Feb. 17, 1976. The program, designed to attract medical school graduates to the region for internal medicine residencies, welcomed its inaugural class of six resident physicians one year later. Since then, the program, which was renamed in its founder’s honor in 2010, has graduated more than 1,100 physicians in a variety of residency and fellowship programs. Those graduates, who hail from all over the world, have gone on to work across the country – including right here in Northeast Pennsylvania. As part of its mission, The Wright Center has expanded to offer interprofessional training opportunities for a variety of other health care careers, partnering with more than a dozen academic institutions. One such partnership, with ATSU-SOMA, is where Dr. Rabat first became familiar with The Wright Center and the region. “Scranton is where I learned to practice medicine in a way that prioritizes compassion, access, and continuity of care,” Dr. Rabat said. “I have built strong relationships with mentors, colleagues, and patients, and that sense of community is something I value deeply. Staying feels like a way to give back by continuing to serve this community and helping to train future physicians with those same values.” That commitment to patient-centered care is rooted in a personal loss that shaped Dr. Rabat’s path to medicine. After her father’s unexpected death from a heart attack in 2010, when she was a high school freshman, she was inspired to pursue a career focused on helping people live healthier lives. Throughout her journey to become a doctor, she found opportunities to hone her skills and expand her knowledge. As a medical student, Dr. Rabat joined the Pennsylvania Area Health Education Center’s prestigious Scholars Program to strengthen her focus on caring for vulnerable populations, integrating behavioral health services into primary care, engaging communities, and advancing access to health care for everyone. During her medical residency, she became involved in local and federal advocacy, working alongside colleagues and leaders to champion causes such as the vital role of teaching health centers and the needs of rural and underserved communities. In her last year of residency, she served as chief resident of the Internal Medicine Program, acting as a vital liaison between residents and faculty, managing schedules, mentoring junior residents, and facilitating clinical training. She is also a passionate advocate of organ donation awareness and advanced care planning services, both of which encourage patients and families to make informed, proactive decisions about their health. She has also led a community-oriented primary care project to increase rates of routine breast cancer screening, emphasizing preventive care and patient education. “Throughout my training, I developed a deeper understanding of health disparities and the importance of improving how care is delivered,” she said. “I have been especially drawn to prevention and access, whether that is identifying gaps or finding more effective ways to meet patients where they are.” Her enthusiasm and dedication caught the attention of Wright Center leadership, especially President and CEO Dr. Linda Thomas-Hemak. “She is an AHEC Scholar, a Pennsylvania resident, and she embodies the idea of mission-driven work,” Dr. Thomas-Hemak said. “Welcoming her as one of our newest primary care physicians is a huge victory for our legacy.” After graduating from The Wright Center’s Internal Medicine Residency Program in June, Dr. Rabat is looking forward to fully stepping into the role of a primary care physician and building long-term relationships with patients. “Starting as an attending physician at the same community health center where I trained makes this next step especially powerful,” she said. “It allows me to care for the same communities that shaped me while growing into a new level of responsibility. I feel honored to continue serving these communities and to step into this role with purpose.”
Mohegan Pennsylvania Announces The Grand Reopening of Embers Terrace Mohegan Pennsylvania is excited to announce the grand reopening of Embers Terrace, the property’s premier outdoor dining and entertainment space, now debuting an expanded footprint, enhanced food & beverage menu, and upgraded guest amenities. The new Embers Terrace officially opens on Wednesday, May 13th, 2026 with a special celebration in partnership with Allied Services, taking place from 5:30pm – 9:00pm. A live benefit concert will be headlined at the celebration by regional icon Eddie Day and TNT. The re-imagined Embers Terrace brings a significantly enhanced atmosphere to one of Mohegan Pennsylvania’s most beloved warm‑weather venues. New features include expanded outdoor seating areas, decor and seasonal landscaping, and a secondary bar and permanent stage area. Embers Terrace will be open Thursday through Sunday, with Thursdays being 21+. The venue is all-ages Friday through Sunday until 8:00pm and entertainment is regularly featured on Friday & Saturday evenings, expanding to weekend afternoons throughout the summer months. Guests can stay tuned to moheganPA.com for updates.
