City of Scranton
Recent News About City of Scranton
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Scrantastic Spectacular
Annual Philharmonic Concert & Fireworks. Bands on the showmobile on Spruce St. starting at 4:00 pm. Concert at 8:00 pm and fireworks at 9:30 pm.
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Request for Public Comments on Section 106
The City of Scranton, acting in its capacity as Responsible Entity, is working with the Region 3 Office of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), to develop a Programmatic Agreement (PA) that will apply to Section 106 review of projects in the City of Scranton that are subject to Part 58 and Part 50 of HUD’s environmental regulations (24 CFR Part 58 and 24CFR Part 50).
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Downtown Scranton Walkability Study Meeting
You are invited to a special presentation by national walkable city expert, Jeff Speck, who this week begins work on a Connectivity Plan for Downtown Scranton.
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Scranton Greek Food Festival on June 14
Scranton Greek Food Festival on June 14
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ARPA Project Manager
The ARPA Project Manager is dedicated support for the ARPA Director and the ARPA initiatives and compliance at the direction of the ARPA Director.
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Property Assessment Intern
The Property Assessment Intern in the Office of Economic and Community Development will play a vital role in data analysis and mapping of vacant properties throughout the city, helping to create a comprehensive catalogue of blighted areas in the city.
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Launching Online Procurement Portal
Today, Mayor Paige G. Cognetti announced that as of April 25, 2022, the City of Scranton will transition to a fully automated online system for bidding and vendor management.
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Legal Internship Opportunities – 2022
The City of Scranton Law Department seeks forward-thinking, public-spirited law students for two available positions: a Part-Time Legal Internship and a Full-Time Legal Internship.
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Scranton Half Marathon on April 3
Scranton Half Marathon on April 3
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Take the ARPA Budget Challenge
Take the ARPA Budget Challenge
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JCC Purim Carnival on March 13
JCC Purim Carnival on March 13
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St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 12
St. Patrick’s Day Parade on March 12.
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Microgrants for Small Business Startups
Mayor Paige G. Cognetti announces the new small business Microgrants program in conjuncture with the SBDC at the University of Scranton.
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Scranton Parks Study Report
See below or click here for the Scranton Recreation Needs Assessment and Master Plan.
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Strategic Economic Development Plan Survey
The development process is well underway for the City of Scranton’s Strategic Economic Development Plan which will serve as an actionable and forward looking vision for our city.
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Launching Online Permitting & Licensing Portal Powered by OpenGov
Launching Online Permitting & Licensing Portal Powered by OpenGov.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on January 12
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic on January 12.
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Zoning Hearing Board Meeting on December 8
Zoning Hearing Board Meeting on December 8
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Lackawanna Winter Market Weekend on December 3
Lackawanna Winter Market Weekend on December 3.
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American Legion Post #121 Veterans Day Program on November 11
American Legion Post #121 Veterans Day Program on November 11.