My hometown of Scranton, Pennsylvania, has gone through some periods of revitalization and redevelopment over th the years. The town that once fueled the nation's manufacturing with its abundance of coal mines and steel production has seen more than its fair share of ups and downs. In November 1963, the city celebrated its revitalization with... Continue Reading →
The early days of Scranton had seen more than its share of violence. A fight over a young lady turned deadly in the Boone Hill section in 1875.
The Black Hand Mafia wasn't just involved in shakedowns. They were also involved in a counterfeiting operation that was broken up by some pretty nifty detective work.
In 1978, Joanne Williams simply disappeared. She never made it to her dance class and was never heard from again. Did she run way? Or was she a victim of serial killer?
In 1904, two boys make a gruesome discovery while on a hunting trip through the woods of Scranton. Over 117 years later, justice is yet to be served.
Exploring historic crimes in NEPA 