Electric City • 2nd May 2013

Looking Back: Jenna Fischer’s thoughts on 9 seasons of The Office

Every office needs a “Pam” to keep things running smoothly. Just imagine the state of Dunder Mifflin without her ... Yikes! We shudder at the thought. As we prepare to bid farewell to our pals at The Office, we caught up with Jenna Fischer to talk about her experience playing Pam (Beesly) Halpert on the hit NBC comedy. We quickly found out that she’s as charming and witty off camera as she is on camera.

Electric City • 5th April 2012

In Good Humor

It takes a brave woman to agree to be the subject of a community roast in front of family, friends and colleagues. And, make no mistake, Scranton’s Laurie Cadden is ready for her big night.

Electric City • 14th February 2013

Dive In! Celebrate the Joys and Benefits of Chocolate

When it comes to understanding the chemistry and nutrition of chocolate, Dr. Joe Vinson’s findings are just delicious. The University of Scranton professor is an expert on chocolate and antioxidants who enjoys sharing the news that chocolate (in moderation, of course) isn’t bad for your health. In fact, it’s actually good for you.

Electric City • 7th June 2012

Hula Hoop Dreams

They say that “to hoop is to smile with your body.” Those are words to live by for the founders of the Whirligig Hoopers, Jennifer Hill and Susan Anderson.

Electric City • 22nd March 2012

The Wonderful Story of Planters Peanuts

You just can’t help but smile when you see Mr. Peanut. We see images of the iconic character who represents Planters Peanuts with distinguished style and good taste (pun intended) everywhere – from the company’s unmistakable, classic cans of peanuts to the pages of Facebook. This delightful character, who was created by a 12-year-old boy in 1916, is timeless; as is the success story of the men who brought Planters Peanuts to life, Amedeo Obici and Mario Peruzzi.

Electric City, Oktoberfest Special Section • 13th September 2012

Fast and Furious

Don’t let those compact, little legs fool you—dachshunds (fondly known as wiener dogs or doxies) move with an uncompromising swiftness that makes them the envy of all the other canines in neighborhood dog parks.

Electric City • 11th October 2012

The Art of Pumpkin Carving

Clear off the kitchen table. Sharpen your knives. Fire up your drills. And keep small children away. It’s pumpkin carving time.

Electric City • 2nd May 2013

Blog What You Know

If you’re a fan of The Office, then you probably already know Jennie Tan (AKA “the Tanster”). Tan’s blog, OfficeTally, averages 20,000 page views a day, and has been viewed more than 76 million times. The fansite features everything you need to know to stay up-to-date on everything — and everyone—at The Office. (Check it out at www.officetally.com). We recently caught up with the most famous Office blogger to talk about, what else, all things Office.

Rail Trail Council of NEPA Newsletter • 15th October 2014

Welcome to the Delaware and Hudson

The Delaware and Hudson Canal Company dates back to 1823, and in the early days, it hauled anthracite coal from Carbondale, Pennsylvania, to New York City. Today, there’s a new connection between Northeastern Pennsylvania and New York -- the Delaware and Hudson restaurant.

Electric City • 28th June 2012

Spinning Yarns

When it comes to the art of storytelling, it seems folks in the Electric City can really appreciate a great tale. Zoe McNichols introduced Scrantonians to the area’s first StorySlam in March and the event received rave reviews.

Electric City • 27th June 2013

Beauty of Shakespeare

Theater has always been, and always will be, a part of life for Marie Casey Philbin, of Scranton, and Camille Reinecke, of Dunmore. The two enjoyed being part of the cast of the first Scranton Shakespeare Festival at Nay Aug Park last year and they say they’re honored to join the festival again this year, which runs from June 27 to 30.

Diamond City • 3rd February 2011

Bundle Up and Belly Up

Step inside the Winter Garden Ice Bar at Damenti’s Restaurant in Mountain Top, and a frozen world of flora, fauna and hand-carved fun await you. Chef/owner, and expert ice carver, Kevin McDonald and his team of world class ice sculptors have transformed a bocce court in the restaurant’s back yard into a true work of art.

Marywood Magazine • 16th April 2010

Formula for Success

To achieve success in the ever-changing world of career pathways, it's important to remain passionate, self-directed and flexible. This is solid advice for those entering the workforce from Marywood University alumna Karen M. Murphy, R.N., Ph.D., (M.B.A. '01), President and CEO of Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton.