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Lackawanna County Commissioners Bike Safety Fair Set For May 14th at McDade Park

As “Old Man Winter” slowly leaves the area, two old friends have returned – Bike Season and the Lackawanna County Commissioners Bike Safety Fair.

On Saturday, May 14, the Lackawanna County Commissioners Jerry Notarianni, Debi Domenick, Esq., and Chris Chermak are hosting the eight annual bike safety fair and helmet giveaway at McDade Park, Scranton, from 11 AM to 2 PM.

Two hundred helmets will be given away free-of-charge to the youngsters who attend. Bike safety talks will be done by local police officials.

Geisinger is the presenting sponsor. Other sponsors are: Anthracite Bicycle Coalition and Schiff’s Restaurant Service.

It is vitally important for: bicycles to be in tip-top shape; children to have the proper equipment; and drivers and youth to know the rules of biking and the road.

In that vein, to receive a helmet all youngsters will be required to attend a brief bike safety talk. When the presentation is complete, the children will be able to pick-up a helmet.

There will be several fun activities, and hot dogs will be served, compliments of Schiff’s Restaurant Service.

For further information, contact The Commissioners Office, at 570-963-6800.

Lackawanna County Hosts Government Center Job Fair

For residents who are looking to get a job or to make a career change, Lackawanna County has the perfect opportunity with its in-house employment fair.

The event is set for Wednesday and Thursday, May 11 & 12, in the first-floor lobby of the Lackawanna County Government Center, 123 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton.

The hours are: May 11 from 11 am – 4 pm; and May 12 from noon – 6 pm.

Full and part-time job openings are available across the system from the prison and 911, to the Sheriff’s Department, District Attorney’s Office, and other Row Offices, as well.

“This is an excellent avenue for people to look into, especially if they have an interest the government sector. It would be advantageous to stop and check-out the positions along with the excellent benefits package that we offer in a friendly work environment,” explained the Commissioners.

Individually of all ages, experience levels and backgrounds are encouraged to attend. Everyone is urged to come prepared to interview, bring resumes, and dress professionally.

For further information, contact Jim Rodway, Deputy Director of Community Relations, at 570-963-6800, ext. 1870.

County Job Fair To Showcase Over 55 Vendors With Nearly 1,950 Positions

Fifty-seven Northeastern Pennsylvania companies, offering approximately 1,950 full-time, part-time, and seasonal job openings, are participating in the eighth annual Lackawanna County Job Fair on the Concourse at PNC Field on Thursday, October 28, from Noon to 4 PM.

The event is free and open to candidates of all experience levels and work categories.

As an added extra to the event, the County is also partnering with Delta Medix to provide first, second and third vaccination shots to any member of the public at the Job Fair. All three COVID-19 vaccines will be available. Anyone getting their second or third (booster) shot must present their vaccination card.

Representatives from the Pennsylvania CareerLink Lackawanna will be on-site to offer assistance on resume preparation and proper interview etiquette, along with other related general advice.

The general public is urged to: bring their resumes; dress professionally; and be prepared to be interviewed.

The vendors in the Job Fair were not charged for the exhibit space. This is a total community service activity.

The firms exhibiting are: The Aaron Center, Agency of Community EmPOWERment of NEPA, Allied Services, Americold, Barry Callebaut, CareerLink of Lackawanna County, Carpenters Union Local 445, Cigna, Cintas, the City of Scranton, Commonwealth Financial Systems, Commonwealth Health, Dynamic Staffing, Educational Opportunity Centers, EOS USA, and ERG Staffing.

Also, Express Employment Professionals, Fastenal, Fed Ex Ground, Geisinger, Gentex Corp., Gertrude Hawk Chocolates, Graphic Packaging International, Goodwill Industries of NEPA, H & R Block, Help at Home, Hendrick Manufacturing Co., The Home Depot RDC, Home Instead, Interim Health Care, and Johnson College.

Also, Keystone College, Keystone Community Resources, Lackawanna County, Lowe’s Distribution, LT Verrastro Inc., McLane Company, Mia Products, Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials, Moravia Health, Mueller Curran (McDonald’s), and One Source Staffing.

Also, PA Hutchinson Company, Pennsylvania State Police, PennDOT, Prime Inc., Primerica, Process Technologies & Packaging, Simplex Homes, Sovereign Commercial Services/PA Paper Supply, Step By Step, Inc., The Azek Company, Tobyhanna Army Depot, Telespond, Traditional Home Health Care, Trinity Staffing Inc., the University of Scranton, and Wegman’s Food Markets.

For additional information, please visit ww2.lackawannacounty.org, check-out our Facebook page, or contact Rick Notari, Community Outreach Manager, via email at [email protected].

Friday’s Kick It to the Curb Clinic Offering Expanded COVID Vaccine Options, Plus First and Second Doses

Friday’s Kick It to the Curb Clinic Offering Expanded COVID Vaccine Options, Plus First and Second Doses

Scranton, Pa., June 17, 2021 – Friday’s Kick it to the Curb COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the Scranton Cultural Center is expanding its offerings to include all FDA emergency authorized COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson). In addition to providing first doses to those who have not yet received any vaccine, the clinic will distribute second doses of vaccines initiated by other Pennsylvania providers, as long the first dose of Moderna was given four or more weeks earlier, and the first dose of Pfizer three or more weeks earlier. These changes are being made to help Lackawanna County residents achieve full protection against the spread of COVID-19 and unpredictable virus variants. The event also features a free fresh food market, prizes, and giveaways.

WHAT: Kick It to the Curb COVID-19 vaccine clinic & free fresh food market

Open to the entire community; vaccines available for age 12 & up (adults must accompany minors)
No ID or insurance required
Register at https://bit.ly/3nakIgR
Walk-ins welcome
Transportation services available
For help registering or with transportation, call 211

WHEN: Friday, June 18, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Scranton Cultural Center
420 N. Washington Ave.

Delta Medix, Commonwealth Health – Moses Taylor Hospital, and volunteer licensed practitioners with the Lackawanna County Medical Society are administering vaccines. Under age 18 receive the Pfizer two-dose vaccine; 18 and older may choose between the Pfizer and Moderna two-dose or Johnson & Johnson one-dose vaccines.

About Kick COVID-19 Community Corps

Kick COVID-19 Community Corps is a collaborative between Lackawanna County, the City of Scranton, local health care providers, social service agencies, faith groups, cultural organizations, economic and educational institutions, and dedicated volunteers. Our mission is to stop the spread of COVID-19 through a grassroots public education campaign that motivates residents to be vaccinated and encourages meaningful acts of service. Visit https://covid.lackawannacounty.org/ and join us on Facebook.

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Lackawanna County Commissioners Bike Safety Fair Set For May 14th at McDade Park

Lackawanna County Hosts Government Center Job Fair

County Job Fair To Showcase Over 55 Vendors With Nearly 1,950 Positions

Friday’s Kick It to the Curb Clinic Offering Expanded COVID Vaccine Options, Plus First and Second Doses

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