Mayor Paige Cognetti

Congratulations to the UofS Lady Royals on an incredible season. We are so proud of you!

Good luck to the Lady Royals as they take on Denison in tonight’s national championship. Scranton is cheering you on! #GoRoyals 🏆

The Lady Royals lead NYU 47–34 in the third quarter of the 2026 DIII Women’s Basketball Championship Semifinals. One more quarter, let’s finish strong. 🏆

📕 It was great celebrating Read Across America week with Mrs. King's kindergarten class at Whittier Elementary today. Literacy is so important to early education, and we're lucky to have great teachers in Scranton who share the joy of reading with their students.

Earlier today, a DPW recycling crew spotted a porch fire, called it in, alerted residents, and took action until SFD arrived. Their quick thinking helped save a home and keep residents safe. This is public service at its best, and it makes #Scranton stronger every day.

I'm grateful to the first responders and hospital staff who acted quickly and with compassion during last night’s fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City and to our local health care workers here in #Scranton who immediately stepped up to help when it mattered most.

We’ve been out on #Scranton streets this morning checking in with snow removal crews as they continue working to keep our roads safe. Thank you to our DPW team and the SSD for their continued work coordinating storm cleanup across the city!

Six Years. Three Terms. One City Still Moving Forward. #Scranton has come a long way, and I’m grateful for how much more we’re going to build together. Thank you for allowing me to serve another term as your Mayor.

I want to extend warm holiday wishes to everyone who calls #Scranton home. May the holiday season bring you joy, peace, and togetherness.🎄🎁

I’m proud to support housing that’s accessible and affordable for everyone in #Scranton. We look forward to welcoming future residents once construction on The Hilltop Heights project is complete in 2027.

I am personally grateful for Scranton’s first responders. We are incredibly fortunate to have them keeping us safe every day and saving lives when it counts the most.

We experienced a shocking, tragic act of violence and a substantial fire overnight in Scranton. The speed, skill, and bravery of our police officers and firefighters were crucial to minimizing lives lost in both incidents.

Nay Aug Park is glowing again, and it’s one of the many traditions #Scranton has that makes the holiday season so special Our holiday light display is back and brighter than ever, and you can enjoy it every evening until January 7! ✨🎄

I extend heartfelt condolences to Mayor Wenzel’s wife, Janet, his family, and to all who had the privilege of calling #Scranton’s 27th mayor a friend Over the next few days, the public is invited to visit City Hall to sign a remembrance book that will be shared with his family.

Mayor Wenzel's legacy is one of resilience, a positive vision for the city, and he will be remembered not just for his political achievements, but for his passion, kind and gracious nature, and his ability to make everyone feel heard and valued.

#Scranton lost a heroic war veteran, a dedicated public servant, and a lifelong champion for our country, our city, and for decency in public service.

Good government means advocating for our residents' best interests. As the PA Public Utility Commission investigates PPL's proposed increase, we are asking to host a public hearing here in #Scranton. Read more about our request: bit.ly/47QDO4x

Good government means always advocating for our residents' best interests. As the PA Public Utility Commission investigates PPL's proposed rate increase, we are seeking a public hearing in Scranton so residents & business owners can be heard. Read more: scrantonpa.gov/scranton-seeks…

Congratulations to Scranton Preparatory School’s Girls Tennis Team! 🎾

We will do what we can to support Tenor as they seek the licenses and the financing they need to maintain and improve the hospitals.  #Scranton is the beating heart of NEPA and it is critical that the city remains a healthcare hub for our residents, and for all of NEPA.

After months of conversations with Tenor, and with @GovernorShapiro’s administration, state representatives, and community foundation leaders, I am cautiously optimistic that this sale means we will continue to have quality healthcare right here in #Scranton.

Our goal has always been to keep the doors of Regional and Moses Taylor Hospitals open, and to keep the dedicated staff employed.