Scranton and other towns across Pennsylvania are putting proactive measures in place to quell the spread of COVID-19. Disruptions to school, work, and major public gatherings are already manifesting and it’s important to stay up to date on what’s happening in the Scranton, PA community.
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Pennsylvania COVID-19 Cases
Pennsylvania Total Coronavirus Cases: 3,561,872
Pennsylvania New Coronavirus Deaths:
Pennsylvania Total Coronavirus Deaths: 51,144
U.S. Total Coronavirus Cases: 107,184,620
U.S. New Coronavirus Deaths: 8
U.S. Total Coronavirus Deaths: 1,166,662
Coronavirus News for Scranton
Coronavirus could keep Scranton financially distressed, and mayor says that’s OK
If the coronavirus pandemic tanks Scranton’s tax revenues, the city may become the first municipality in Pennsylvania to try to stay designated as financially distressed.The city’s state ... More info »
The Scranton Times-Tribune - 03/28/2020 12:52pmPossible virus victim in Scranton waiting for test | wnep.com
SCRANTON, Pa. — any people suffering from coronavirus symptoms may not have access to a test, and as tests become more available, we will likely see the number of cases spike in our area. State ... More info »
wnep - 03/18/2020 08:45amFlu, COVID shots in Scranton | wnep.com
SCRANTON, Pa. — A COVID-19 vaccine clinic was held on Thursday where anybody aged five and up could come and get the shot. Dozens of people rolled up their sleeves to receive their first, second ... More info »
wnep - 11/11/2021 07:07amPennsylvania reports largest single-day spike in coronavirus cases - The Hill
Health officials in Pennsylvania reported the largest single-day increase in coronavirus cases early Tuesday morning as the key battleground state steps into the national spotlight on Election Day. More info »
The Hill - 11/03/2020 05:26amScranton reviewing public health emergency response plan as coronavirus spreads
Scranton officials are reviewing emergency plans to ensure essential city services continue in the event the coronavirus spreads to Northeast Pennsylvania. Mayor Paige Gebhardt Cognetti will hold ... More info »
The Scranton Times-Tribune - 03/02/2020 03:00am