New Trail to Connect Dunmore to Elmhurst Reservoir

Posted on December 4, 2019 by The Dunmorean

State Rep. Kyle Mullins, (D) Lackawanna, announced $2.1 million in state grants to fund improvement projects in several communities throughout the 112th Legislative District, including Dunmore Borough.

“From pedestrian safety to land redevelopment and conservation, these projects will have a tangible impact on our residents and the local economy,” Mullins said. “I’m grateful to Senator John Blake and borough officials for their partnership in advocating for these projects that will benefit our common constituency.”

Dunmore Borough, and Elmhurst and Roaring Brook townships will receive $1.5 million for development of the North Pocono Trail. Work will include construction of 4 miles of trail between East Drinker Street in Dunmore to the Elmhurst Reservoir.

Elements of the project include a pedestrian bridge and trailhead, along with fencing, gates, ADA access, signage and other related improvements. Of note, the trail is a former rail line purchased by Lackawanna County in the 1980s, which has remained undeveloped.

A bridge associated with the trail will enable the state Transportation Department to refurbish an Interstate 84 bridge above, creating an opportunity for the county to leverage the construction to build the trail.

Other projects include Blakely Borough, which will receive $350,000 to install new sidewalks, curbing and 30 ADA-accessible ramps, and Archbald Borough which will receive $265,000 to extend East Avenue over the Wildcat Creek to grant access to two mine-scarred sites at the former Sturges Colliery.

Grant funding for the North Pocono Trail project was awarded through the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ Recreation and Conservation program, which focuses on conserving and protecting state waterways and outdoor recreational opportunities.

Hospice Patients Remembered at Memorial Service

Posted on December 4, 2019 by The Dunmorean

Hospice service

The Hospice of the Sacred Heart Fall Memorial Service was held Sunday, Nov. 17th, at St. Peter’s Cathedral in Scranton. The service was open to family members of patients who Hospice of the Sacred Heart staff and volunteers had the privilege of caring for in the past year.

Family members were given a small wrapped loaf of bread as a remembrance gift courtesy of the Culinary Arts program at Lackawanna College.

Shown from left: Jennifer Seechock, Director of Counseling Services, Hospice of the Sacred Heart; Michael Brown, Andrew Brown’s Drug Store; Rev. Rebecca Barnes, Priest-in-Charge, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church; Diane Baldi, CEO, Hospice of the Sacred Hart; Rev. Bernard McIlhenny, SJ, pastoral minister, University of Scranton; Angela Burke, vocalist, and Mark Woodyatt, violinist.

Fidelity Bank Marks Monetary Milestone

Posted on December 3, 2019 by The Dunmorean

Fidelity Bank reached the $1 billion in assets in the third quarter of 2019.

“We are very pleased with our financial results as we continue to move forward,” said Daniel J. Santaniello, President & CEO of Fidelity Bank. “It is because of the exemplary work of the Fidelity Bankers, providing clients with an exceptional experience at each and every interaction, that we’ve been able to achieve such success.”

Fidelity Bank continues to evolve, adding enhanced products and services, breaking into new geographies, and providing the training Bankers need to stay at the top of their industry. Recently, the Bank was awarded “Best In-State Bank” by Forbes for the second consecutive year, and ranked 97th in American Bankers’ “Top 200 Community Banks” annual listing. For the sixth consecutive year, independent industry watchdog, Bauer Financial, awarded Fidelity Bank at 5 Star “Superior” rating too.

Fidelity Bank has built a strong history as a locally owned and operated community bank serving the individuals, families and businesses for over 118 years. 12 offices are located throughout Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties along with the Fidelity Bank Wealth Management Minersville office, Schuylkill County, and the recently acquired Jonestown Wealth Management office, Lebanon County. A full-service Customer Care Center serves as a virtual branch, accepting and assisting those clients who prefer to open accounts and transact business via telephone, chat or online. Additionally, Fidelity Bank offers full-service Trust & Investment Departments, a Mortgage Center, and an array of personal and business banking products and services.