Wright Center’s Scholars Day Highlights Cutting-Edge Research Dr. Harshaman Kaur, a resident physician explains her scholarly research poster to Harold W. Baillie, Ph.D., chair of The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education’s Board of Directors. Dr. Aroma Naeem, a resident physician entered her collaborative scholarly poster in the annual Scholars Day Program. The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education hosted our annual Scholars Day Program on May 24, 2025, at our auditorium in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Our event included 31 scholarly research posters presented by physician learners from our residency and fellowship programs, as well as from the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, the Geisinger Internal Medicine Residency Program, HonorHealth Mountain Vista Medical Center, and the Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital Department of Graduate Medical Education. Dr. Erin McFadden – Our deputy chief medical officer, medical director of our primary care centers in Scranton and the Scranton Counseling Center, co-regional director of medical education for A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona (ATSU-SOMA), and dean and director for undergraduate medical education and interprofessional education – Case Report Session. Dr. Qi Shi – Geisinger – Research and Quality Improvement Session. Dr. Nevena Barjaktarovic – Our rheumatologist and regional director of medical education for ATSU-SOMA – Community-Oriented Primary Care Session. The program opened with welcoming remarks from Dr. McFadden, followed by the keynote address, “From Clinic to Community: Partnering with AHEC to Shape Health Beyond the Exam Room,” delivered by Debra Youngfelt, executive director of the Northeast Pennsylvania Area Health Education Center (NE PA AHEC). Dr. Amninder Singh, a resident physician in our Internal Medicine Residency Program and scholarly activity chief resident, delivered the closing remarks to conclude the day. Prizes were awarded for first, second, and third place in each poster session category. The winners included: SESSION A WINNERS (Case Reports) 1st Place Presenter: Dr. Himani Mongia, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “A Novel Case of Utilizing Overlapping Lumen-Apposing Metal Stents for Treatment of Complicated Marginal Ulcers at the Gastrojejunal Anastomosis” 2nd Place Presenter: Dr. Chukwuemeka Christian Aghasili, Internal Medicine resident physician, Geisinger Internal Medicine Residency Program Poster: “When Arteries Fracture without a Cause: A Case of Multivessel Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection and Associated Extracoronary Arterial Vascular Dissections in the Absence of Connective Tissue Disease” 3rd Place Presenter: Dr. Harshaman Kaur, Internal Medicine resident physician, HonorHealth Mountain Vista Medical Center Poster: “Unmasking the Silent Transformation: Nodular Regenerative Hyperplasia Emerging Decades Post-Liver Transplantation” SESSION B WINNERS (Research and QI) 1st Place Presenter: Dr. Aroma Naeem, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “Balloon-Expandable Versus Self-Expanding Valves in Patients with Small Aortic Annuli Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials and Propensity Score Matched Studies” 2nd Place Presenter: Dr. Harshaman Kaur, Internal Medicine resident physician, HonorHealth Mountain Vista Medical Center Poster: “Readmission Risk Associated with Falls in Decompensated Cirrhosis: Insights from a National Database” 3rd Place Presenter: Dr. Yuexiu Wu, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “Surveillance Study of Lyme Disease in The Wright Center for Community Health from 2015-2024” SESSION C WINNERS (Community-Oriented Primary Care) 1st Place Presenter: Dr. Sonam Gautam, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “One-Time Routine HIV Screening in Primary Care” 2nd Place Presenters: Drs. Justine Carlo Guevarra and Imran Hamid, Family Medicine – Scranton Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “Investigation into Possible Improvement in HSM Rotation for Effectiveness of Intern Orientation and Preparedness for Unsupervised Patient Care” 3rd Place Presenter: Dr. Archana Sridhar, Internal Medicine Residency Program, The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education Poster: “Predictive Value of PREVENT Calculator for Cardiovascular Outcomes in Patients at Outpatient Clinics in Northeast Pennsylvania” Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education resident physicians, Drs. Sonam Gautam, left, and Lokendra Channtyal, display their scholarly research poster at the Scholars Day Program. They are in the Internal Medicine Residency Program. Drs. Amninder Singh, left, and Harshaman Kaur, Internal Medicine resident physicians at The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education, showcase their scholarly research poster at The Wright Center’s annual Scholars Day Program.
Celebrate Marywood Event Raises Nearly $400,000 Marywood University’s re-imagined flagship annual fundraising event, Celebrate Marywood, formerly known as the Community Leadership Celebration, took place on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The outdoor celebration, held in the picturesque Motherhouse and Seminary Morgan Memorial Garden, marked a significant milestone by raising nearly $400,000 to support vital campus improvements and enhance the student experience at Marywood University. Since its inception in 2014, the event has raised over $4.2 million, with the 2025 total setting a new benchmark for generosity and community engagement. Proceeds from this year’s event will directly fund projects that enrich and enhance the student experience at Marywood for years to come. This year, Marywood honored Richard and Erin Kane of Dalton with the Inspire Award for their outstanding contributions to the university and the broader region. Their leadership, including Mr. Kane’s past service as a trustee and board chair, along with the couple’s philanthropic commitment to Marywood, embodies the institution’s mission and core values. Additionally, their dedicated leadership and care have inspired Marywood students in their pursuit of education and service. “Together, Dick and Erin have made lasting contributions that are woven into the very fabric of our campus,” said Lisa A. Lori, J.D., President of Marywood University. “Their legacy is not only written in bricks and mortar, but in the lives of our students—students who have benefited from their generosity, their leadership, and their belief in the future of Marywood.” The celebration featured an array of food stations, live music by the band Old Friends, dancing, and a spectacular 3-D digital mapping show projected onto Marywood’s iconic Liberal Arts Center. The event provided a festive atmosphere where alumni, donors, faculty, staff, and friends of the university came together to celebrate Marywood’s growth, community spirit, and vision for the future. Marywood University extends its heartfelt gratitude to all who attended, sponsored, and supported Celebrate Marywood. Their contributions play a pivotal role in advancing the university’s mission and ensuring a bright future for its students. To learn more about Celebrate Marywood, go to marywood.edu/celebratemarywood or call (570) 348-6238. Images:Richard and Erin, Kane, Dalton, address attendees of the recent Celebrate Marywood event, expressing their gratitude as recipients of the Inspire Award for their leadership and service to Marywood University and to the community. A vibrant light display is projected onto the Liberal Arts Center at Marywood University. The 3-D Digital Mapping presentation culminated the Celebrate Marywood event, held outdoors at the Motherhouse and Seminary Morgan Memorial Garden in the center of campus.
The Greater Scranton YMCA Recognizes Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Did you know that studies have shown that physical activity and social connectedness reduce the risk of cognitive decline? At the Greater Scranton YMCA, we promote the importance of physical activity at any age! Just a little bit of activity can go a long way in helping improve brain health. Check out some of the great offerings at our Y below, which can be used a great start on anyone’s health and wellness journey: SILVER SNEAKERS & SENIOR YOGA Silver Sneakers focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities. Participants can use hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a Silver Sneakers ball. Often, a chair is used for seated exercises or standing support. Silver Sneakers is offered twice weekly. Senior Yoga is a specialized form of yoga perfect for older adults. This class is offered once a week at the Greater Scranton YMCA. SHALLOW & DEEP WATER EXERCISE Shallow Water Exercise class is a fun way to use the resistance of the water to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength and flexibility. Classes are a light to moderate aerobic workout. Deep Water Exercise class provides a great opportunity for people of all fitness abilities. This type of workout is non-weight bearing, which means it’s gentler on your body while remaining extremely beneficial to it. Shallow and Deep Water Exercise classes are offered weekly, as well as an Arthritis Water Exercise class. PICKLEBALL Pickleball is a fun and active way for adults to socialize. Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines elements of badminton, table tennis and tennis. All skill levels are welcome and no experience is necessary. Paddles and balls are provided. Those interested in playing can join during open play time, which is offered three days a week at various times. Registration is not required. ENHANCE®FITNESS Enhance®Fitness is a proven, community-based fitness and arthritis management program. Its purpose is to help older adults become more active, energized and empowered for independent living. The program is recognized by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, US Department of Health and Human Services, US Administration on Aging and the National Council on Aging. The Greater Scranton YMCA offers Enhance®Fitness sessions throughout the year. For more information, visit the Y online. PERSONAL TRAINING Training with our certified personal trainers is a great way to get in shape safely, efficiently and effectively. Personal trainers provide the motivation necessary for individuals to achieve their goals with regular fitness testing, personalized programming and accountability. In addition to classes and programs, beginning at 5:30 a.m., the Greater Scranton YMCA serves fresh coffee daily and invites members to connect and socialize in our welcoming teaching kitchen and café space. For more information about wellness programming at the Y, as well as class schedules, visit the Greater Scranton YMCA online at https://www.greaterscrantonymca.org/. For questions, please contact Brandon Whipple, Senior Program Director, at bwhipple@gsymca.org.
The Wright Center’s Ryan White Clinic Leads Regional Fight Against HIV/AIDS Mary Louise Decker, M.D., FIDSA, is a board-certified infectious disease physician and Infectious Disease Medical Director for The Wright Center for Community Health. It’s been a privilege to witness the remarkable progress over the last several decades, with the story of HIV transforming into a manageable chronic condition thanks to community advocacy, scientific advances, and compassionate care. At The Wright Center for Community Health’s Ryan White Clinic, we celebrate this progress and continue to stand with our patient to ensure they lead full, healthy lives with the support they deserve. Still, our work is far from over. We remain committed to helping individuals achieve undetectable viral levels and supporting them through every step of their journey. As a local leader in HIV/AIDS care, The Wright Center proudly supports awareness efforts like National HIV Testing Day, observed annually on June 27 since its establishment in 1995. The day highlights the importance of testing and encourages individuals to seek treatment and support as early as possible. For more than two decades, The Wright Center has delivered high-quality, compassionate HIV/AIDS care through our Ryan White Clinic, which serves more than 500 patients across seven counties in Northeast Pennsylvania. Located at our Scranton and Wilkes-Barre community health centers, the clinic is staffed by an exceptional team of infectious disease experts. I’m honored to lead this deeply committed and skilled group of professionals. We are excited to share that our clinic recently received more than $1 million in federal funding through the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Part C Early Intervention Services Program, administered by the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). This three-year grant supports comprehensive HIV primary health services, education and treatment adherence counseling, and referrals for additional services when needed. The Wright Center has been a HRSA-designated Ryan White Part C provider since 2002, delivering care through a whole-person, integrated model. Our patients – those living with or at risk for HIV – benefit from having access to a wide range of services at our specialty clinic locations, from clinical care to mental health support and social services. Thanks to continued progress in medication adherence, over 95% of our patients have achieved undetectable viral loads, meaning they cannot transmit the virus to others. But treatment goes far beyond medication. Our multidisciplinary team provides a full spectrum of health services. In addition to medical care management, staff at the clinic offer behavioral health, dental care, medical nutrition therapy, and addiction and recovery services, offering comprehensive, patient-centered care tailored to the complex needs of individuals living with or at risk for HIV/AIDS. The clinic provides medical treatment for those individuals living with HIV who are co-infected with Hepatitis B and/or Hepatitis C. In addition, the clinic offers HIV preventive services, testing, and treatment. In 2008 the clinic expanded its offerings to include Part B medical case management, offering comprehensive support to help individuals living with HIV effectively manage their medical and supportive care needs. Available ancillary services include housing assistance, transportation, emergency financial aid, a food bank, home-delivered and congregate meals, nutritional supplements, support for durable medical equipment purchases, help with lab and medical bills, psychosocial support, and more. We welcome all patients, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Our patients range from 18 to over 80, with more than 60% age 50 and older – a reflection of the success we’ve seen in extending both lifespan and quality of life for those living with HIV. The Ryan White Clinic continues to make a real difference in our communities, and I’m proud of the life-changing care we provide every day. We look forward to continuing this important work for years to come. Mary Louise Decker, M.D., FIDSA, is a board-certified infectious disease physician and Infectious Disease Medical Director for The Wright Center for Community Health. Dr. Decker leads The Wright Center’s Ryan White Clinic. To make an appointment, call 570-941-0630 or go to TheWrightCenter.org.
Wayne Bank Promotes Bridget Kennedy to Bank Officer and Commercial Loan Portfolio Manager Jim Donnelly, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wayne Bank, is pleased to announce the promotion of Bridget Kennedy to Bank Officer and Commercial Loan Portfolio Manager. “I am proud to announce Bridget’s promotion – her can-do attitude, diligence, and commitment to Wayne Bank make her deserving of this great accomplishment. Bridget is someone whose incredible customer focus and work ethic truly inspire those around her. I am confident in her ability to drive team efficiency and build meaningful client relationships,” said Donnelly. In her new role, Bridget will be responsible for supporting commercial lenders in managing client relationships and identifying cross-selling opportunities. Bridget joined the Bank in May of 2001 and has held many titles during her tenure. With over 27 years of banking experience, she brings a great wealth of knowledge to our Wayne Bank team. Bridget holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Marywood University. She is an active member of the Scranton community, currently serving as Secretary of the North Penn Charitable Foundation, and Board Member of the Scranton Diocese Catholic Women’s Conference. Bridget resides in Scranton with her husband, Jim, and her 11-year-old son, James.
The Dime Bank Celebrates Employee Anniversaries Demonstrating its deep appreciation for employee loyalty, The Dime Bank hosts an annual dinner to honor those reaching five-year career milestones. The 2025 event shone a spotlight on 23 individuals, from thirty years of dedication to five years. These anniversary celebrations are a cornerstone of The Dime Bank’s progressive culture, a heartfelt expression of gratitude for the loyalty and effort shown by its employees. It’s an opportunity to commemorate their achievements and unwavering commitment to The Dime Bank. President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Bochnovich commented, “Our employees are the heart of what makes The Dime Bank unique and fosters its positive spirit. Their respect, dedication, and loyalty are the foundation for exceptional customer service, and each employee plays an indispensable role in The Dime Bank’s continued success. The bank proudly acknowledges and thanks them for their dedication and hard work.” Pictured left to right: Front row: 25 years of service- Deborah Unflat; 20 years of service- Bryan Rupp, Amy Burke, Tom Didato, Donna Vogel. Second row: 15 years of service- Chase Holl, Meghan Gibbons, Victoria DiGiuseppe, Jaimie Fiebiger; 10 years of service- Robert Karoscik, Tina Geer, Nancy Mead, Viktoria Beiter, Gary Schemel. Third row: 5 years of service- Kevin Urian, Randi Yonke, Nicholas Pomroy. Not Pictured: 30 years of service- Julene McGraw; 25 years- Suzanne Mansfield; 20 years- Mary Carol Hanis; 10 years- Cheryl Holmquist, Michael Borick, Diane Christopher-Riefler.
Greater Scranton YMCA Helps Combat Child Hunger with Summer Food Program As summer approaches, many families look forward to vacations and outdoor activities, but for others, putting food on the table is a daily struggle. The latest report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reveals that 47.4 million people, including 13.8 million children, faced food insecurity last year—a rise of 3.2 million from the year before. As the summer season arrives, it’s crucial to remember that access to nutritious meals is not guaranteed for all, highlighting the need for stronger support programs. According to the USDA, over 30 million kids receive free or reduced-cost meals thanks to the National School Lunch Program. However, once the school year ends, only 15 in 100 eligible kids have access to free, healthy meals and snacks over summer break, leaving many children to go without during the summer months. The Y is working to fill that gap and will help keep children healthy and well-nourished this summer, ensuring that kids reach their full potential. Children enrolled in Early Childhood Education Programs, including daycare, preschool and summer day camp, will receive both food and fun through nutritious meals and snacks, while also enjoying recreational and learning activities aimed at keeping bodies and minds active. Y sites across the country, including the Greater Scranton YMCA, will offer the Summer Food Program. While daycare and preschool operate year-round, the Summer Day Camp Program runs from June 9th through August 22nd. Thanks to the Summer Food Service Program and our sponsor, the Scranton School District, campers will receive a healthy lunch daily. This summer, the Greater Scranton YMCA is estimating to feed 225 children in Summer Day Camp and 250 in daycare and preschool here in our community. To learn more about the Greater Scranton YMCA’s Summer Day Camp, Early Childhood Education and Food Program, contact Tressa Capoccia at tcapoccia@gsymca.org or visit www.greaterscrantonymca.org. “Hunger has a lasting impact on the development of children,” says Rich Surridge, President & CEO, Greater Scranton YMCA. “Giving kids access to nutrition-filled meals allows kids to focus, learn and become empowered to reach their full potential. The Y’s Summer Food Program helps make sure kids can enjoy healthy and delicious meals and snacks all summer long.” During the Greater Scranton YMCA’s 2023-2024 fiscal year, 69,490 meals and snacks were served to children enrolled in summer camp, after school and early childhood education programs. This year marks the program’s thirteenth year and the Y’s ongoing commitment to helping kids achieve their full potential by nurturing their physical, mental and social- emotional development. During the school year, the Greater Scranton YMCA also serves healthy snacks in its afterschool program to provide kids with nourishment and academic enrichment.
Marywood University Faculty Member Publishes Two New Books Marywood faculty member Alexander Dawoody, Ph.D., Director of Marywood University’s Ph.D. Program in Strategic Leadership and Administrative Studies, recently published two new books, The Quantum Metaphors and History of Iraq: From Inventing Civilization to the Modern Failed State. The Quantum Metaphors This book discusses the use of quantum and chaos theories as metaphors in the social sciences. It emphasizes intentionality, flux, uncertainty, emergence, relations, non-linearism, irrationality, and process. History of Iraq: From Inventing Civilization to the Modern Failed State This book examines the history and political trajectories in Iraq, from early Mesopotamia and the invention of civilization in cities such as Sumer, Akkad, Babylon, and Nineveh, to the creation of writing, astronomy, laws, scribes, administration, city-states, and the early agrarian settled communities. The book also observes the impact of Islamic conquests, the golden era of the Abbasid Caliphate, the Mongol invasion, and the negative impact of the Ottoman-Persian rifts on the population. Additionally, History of Iraq observes the creation of the Iraqi modern state of Iraq by Great Britain in 2020, the subsequent political regimes that governed it, the country’s ethnic and religious make up, the Iran-Iraq War, the two Gul Wars, the U.S. invasion in 2003, and the current political dynamics of a dysfunctional and corrupt administrative state struggling to maintain the integrity of a failed state from disintegrating into separate fiefdoms divided on ethnic and sectarian lines. Finally, the book examines the effect of Iraq’s future disintegration on the Middle East and the competing regional and international forces. Both books can be found online and purchased on Amazon.
The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute’s Spirit of Hope Event Raises Over $48,000 The Spirit of Hope Celebration Board of Ambassadors presented the Cancer Institute with a $48,540 check from their 2024 Spirit of Hope event. “On behalf of the Ambassadors who truly exhibit the ‘Spirit of Hope’ we are thrilled to present you with these funds to help individuals receive early detection and free screenings,” said Leo Vergnetti, Chairman of the Board of Ambassadors. The Board of Ambassadors, a group of community volunteers, hosted the twelfth annual Spirit of Hope Celebration in November 2024 at Mohegan Pennsylvania. More than 300 people were in attendance. The event featured cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music and a silent auction. Peter A. Danchak was the Tribute to Courage Honoree. Proceeds from the event benefited the Cancer Institute’s Community-Based Cancer Screening Navigation Program. This program helps low income and underinsured individuals in northeast Pennsylvania get their recommended colorectal, breast, cervical, and lung cancer screenings. The 2025 Spirit of Hope Celebration will take place on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Mohegan Pennsylvania. More details can be found at www.spiritofhopecelebration.org. 2024 Spirit of Hope Celebration Front row, seated from left to right: Amanda E. Marchegiani, Community Relations Coordinator, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, Maria Donahue, Karen M. Saunders, President, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, Leo Vergnetti, Spirit of Hope Board of Ambassadors Chair, Laura Toole, Executive Vice President, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, Vanessa Vergnetti Thomas, Robin Long and Hon. Tom Munley. Second row, standing from left to right: Casey Quinn, Angela Rempe Jones, Tammy Saunders, Marta Gomes, Dino Campitelli, AAC, Vito Pizzo, Vince Scarpetta, Nevin Gerber, Kristie Hynoski, Jim Gorman, Mark Mesko, Bill Davis, Matt Beynon, Joe Ferguson, Nick Colangelo. Ph.D., and Pat Sicilio. Ambassadors Absent from the Photo: Clarence Baltrusaitis, Tom Blaskiewicz, Jim & Susan Brady, Brigitte Baum, Richard P. Conaboy, Edward Cosgrove, Tom DePietro, PharmD, Traci Fosnot, Greg Gagorik, Meghan Gagorik, JoAnn Romano Hallesky, John Heil, Jennifer Heil, Charles C. Jefferson, John Mack, Linda Marino-Brooks, Joe Mattioli, IV, Brian McQuestion, Philip Medico, Dan Meuser, Dana D’Angelo Morris, David Nape, Christopher Peters, MD, William F. Rinaldi, John P. Rodgers, Esq., P. Richard Scheller, Frank Sepko, Dr. Steven J. Syzdlowski, Joe Van Wie, Tony Vergnetti, Sonya Eddings, Patty Vergnetti, Mary Erwine, and Atty. Charles J. Volpe.
PA Treasurer Stacy Garrity Announces Results of Unclaimed Property Auction More than $468,000 in proceeds will be held in perpetuity for rightful owners to claim Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that Treasury’s spring unclaimed property auction brought in more than $468,000. All proceeds are carefully logged by Treasury and will remain available for the rightful owners to claim no matter how much time passes. “Treasury’s first goal is always to return items in our vault to the rightful owners,” Treasurer Garrity said. “But eventually we do have to auction items to make room for incoming property. I’m incredibly pleased this was another successful auction, and I encourage everyone to check for unclaimed property at least once a year by visiting our website, patreasury.gov/unclaimed-property.” More than 5,500 items were sold during the online auction last spring. Items not sold at auction, or those not paid for by a winning bidder, are returned to Treasury to be listed in future auctions. Treasury partners with Pook & Pook, Inc., of Downingtown for auctioneer and appraisal services. “It was a pleasure to once again partner with the Pennsylvania Treasury on this important initiative,” said Cindy Hauer, Auctioneer at Pook & Pook, Inc. “The strong results achieved during our March 26th and 27th auctions underscore the continued public interest in these remarkable offerings of unclaimed coins and jewelry. We’re proud to support the Treasury’s mission – not only to reunite unclaimed property with its rightful owners but also to ensure enduring financial benefit when that’s not possible. We look forward to our next collaborative effort, another Coins & Jewelry auction scheduled for October 29th.” Some of the high-price items sold in the auction include: 14K yellow gold chain, 115.90 dwt sold for $7,400; 14K gold Knights Templar presentation medal with engraving, 90.6 dwt sold for $5,800; 22K yellow gold bangle bracelets, 44.8 dwt sold for $4,600; Switzerland Helvetia fine gold proof set including 1 ozt, ½ ozt, ¼ ozt, and 1/10 ozt sold for $4,300; and 18K yellow gold jewelry to include two bangle bracelets, 64.7 dwt sold for $4,060. Treasury expects to receive $402,772.40 after Pook & Pook receives its 14 percent commission. The profits from the auction were more than $32,000 over the high estimate. Treasury’s fall 2024 auction generated more than $605,000, breaking a record for the most ever generated by an unclaimed property auction in Pennsylvania. Prior to any item being auctioned, Treasury searches for the rightful owner for at least three years. Military decorations and memorabilia received as tangible unclaimed property are never auctioned, and Treasury will continue to search for the Veteran who earned them or their family. More than $5 billion in unclaimed property is available to be claimed. More than one in ten Pennsylvanians is owed unclaimed property, and the average claim is worth more than $1,000. To learn more about unclaimed property or to search Treasury’s database, visit patreasury.gov/unclaimed-property.
