Moosic Borough

06/19/2026

What do we think? Is our grass strong enough to finally cut these swings and open the park back up? 🫟🌱🛝💖

06/16/2026

SPRING BROOK CREEK DREDGING PROJECT
Moosic Borough is happy to announce that removal of sediment and debris from a portion of Spring Brook Creek has begun. The project is primarily being funded by a state grant approved in 2022. The project underwent a long approval process from DEP and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to ensure limited disturbance to the surrounding environment and creek's native species.

Through funding from DCED as part of the Strategic Management and Financial Planning Program the borough is currently working with environmental and water management experts to develop a 3-year plan to remediate our levee and flood protection system.

06/15/2026

2026 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Vouchers

In partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, the Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging is distributing vouchers for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program.

If you are a resident of Lackawanna County, 60 years of age or older by December 31, 2026 and meet all income guidelines, you are eligible to receive these vouchers.

Persons who reside in a nursing home, personal care home, domiciliary home, or convent are not eligible.

Income guidelines:
1 person - $29,526
2 people - $40,034
3 people - $50,542
4 people - $61,050

Income is all total income including Social Security, interest, wages, unemployment benefits, etc.

Checks are $25 total per set of checks, 5 checks each valued at $5 per check. One set of checks is allowed per person per year.

2026 Distribution Schedule 9am to 12pm at the following:

Tuesday, June 16th - North Pocono Senior Center, 6 John J. Michael Dr., Covington Township

Thursday, June 18th - Hillside Senior Community Center, 1151 Winola Rd, Clarks Summit

Wednesday, June 24th - Carbondale Area High School, 101 Brooklyn St., Carbondale

Thursday, June 25th - Jewish Community Center, 601 Jefferson Ave., Scranton

​Checks are given out on a first come/first serve basis.

Distribution will be in June 2026 and will be in person only, with no applications necessary, just proof of address and age. Any mailed application received cannot be processed. If an eligible senior is physically unable to attend a distribution event in person, a proxy can act in their place, with a completed proxy form. Blank Proxy forms to print can be found below or can be mailed upon request.

A person may be a proxy for up to four (4) persons.

Vouchers may be used for FRESH fruits and vegetables grown in Pennsylvania. Recipients must sign or endorse in the Signature or Proxy block on the front of checks. A senior can still have a proxy visit the market on their behalf and no form is needed.

Processed foods and citrus/tropical fruits are not allowed for purchase with SMFNP checks.

Change is not allowed to be given by the farm stand or farm market employee when a check is spent for fresh produce.

Distribution of SMFNP voucher checks will end on September 30, 2026 or when the supply is exhausted.

Recipients have until November 30, 2026, to use the checks at farm stands or farm markets.

06/15/2026

Thank You & Traffic Advisory

The Moosic Borough Police Department would like to thank everyone for their patience, cooperation, and support throughout this past weekend. We were fortunate to be part of a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity as the historic Union Pacific Big Boy 4014, an 85-year-old piece of American railroad history, traveled through our community.

We would also like to thank residents and visitors for their understanding with the increased traffic related to the Big Boy train, the concert event,and the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders baseball games. Your cooperation helped make these events safe and enjoyable for everyone.

Traffic Advisory:
As the Big Boy locomotive will be on display at Steamtown National Historic Site over the next two weeks, additional visitor parking will be utilized at PNC Field on Monday and Tuesday. Motorists should expect increased traffic in and around the PNC Field area and allow extra travel time when possible.

Thank you again for helping make this historic weekend a memorable and successful event for our community.

06/14/2026

Thank you Art by M. Noelle for helping us celebrate in Moosic! 🇺🇸

06/13/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to the Moosic RedWings on the awesome Match to the Plate event held today to celebrate your season! 🥎🌞❤️

Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to introduce you to The Washo Family.

We were able to support the construction of the new back field dugouts with $2000 from Move with Moosic 5K Run/Walk in loving memory of Gloria Washo, late Councilwoman.

We also want to thank the Washo family for traveling to join the celebration and for sharing their mom’s legacy in Moosic with us.

06/13/2026

Happy Birthday America! Big Boy No. 4014 on Main Street in Moosic! 🚂🇺🇸

06/13/2026

REMINDER: Happening today! 🚂

Big boy will be traveling across Main Street and Spring Street. Check out our mural if you’re in the area!

🚂 BIG BOY IS COMING TO TOWN! 🚂

The Moosic Borough Police Department would like to remind residents and visitors that the world-famous Union Pacific Big Boy Steam Locomotive #4014 is scheduled to travel through our area this weekend.

📅 Saturday, June 13
🕥 Estimated Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

📅 Sunday, June 14
🕝 Estimated Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

This historic locomotive is the largest operating steam locomotive in the world and is sure to attract railroad enthusiasts and spectators from across the region.

⚠️ Safety Reminder:
• Stay a safe distance from all railroad tracks.
• Never trespass on railroad property.
• Obey all railroad crossing signals and warning devices.
• Allow extra travel time as traffic delays may occur near crossings.
• Supervise children at all times while viewing the train.

We encourage everyone to enjoy this rare opportunity to see a piece of American railroad history, but please do so safely.

🚂 Welcome to Moosic, Big Boy #4014! 🚂

Times are approximate and subject to change based on operational conditions.

06/12/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨

On Friday, June 12th, motorists should expect delays in and around Montage Mountain Road and Glenmaura National Boulevard due to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders doubleheader and the Machine Gun Kelly concert at The Pavilion at Montage Mountain.

The Moosic Borough Police Department would like to make the public aware of a temporary traffic plan that will be implemented due to the anticipated high volume of traffic associated with these events.

To ensure the safe and efficient movement of vehicles throughout the Montage Mountain area, traffic control measures will be in effect beginning at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12th. We ask for your cooperation and patience while these measures are in place.

Temporary Traffic Plan

Outbound traffic on Montage Mountain Road, from Glenmaura National Boulevard to the upper traffic signal at Glenmaura National Boulevard, will be restricted as all available travel lanes will be utilized for inbound traffic traveling toward PNC Field and The Pavilion at Montage Mountain.

All vehicles exiting businesses and commercial properties located along Montage Mountain Road, between Glenmaura National Boulevard and the upper traffic signal, will be required to make a right-hand turn only when leaving their respective properties.

Vehicles exiting the businesses in the affected area should proceed to the traffic signal at the intersection of Montage Mountain Road and Glenmaura National Boulevard.

Officers, traffic control personnel, and temporary traffic control devices will be deployed throughout the area to facilitate traffic flow and ensure public safety.

Glenmaura National Blvd. can be utilized to bypass the restricted section of Montage Mountain Road.

These measures are necessary to reduce congestion, improve traffic flow, and provide a safe environment for motorists, pedestrians, event attendees, employees, and business patrons.

The Moosic Borough Police Department appreciates your patience, cooperation, and understanding as we work to manage the increased traffic associated with these events. Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use caution when traveling in the area.

For questions regarding the temporary traffic plan, please contact the Moosic Borough Police Department.

06/11/2026

LEGAL NOTICE
MOOSIC BOROUGH ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTS
Notice is given that the Zoning Board of Adjustments of the Borough of Moosic will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at the Moosic Borough Building, 715 Main Street, Moosic at 7:00 P.M.. The purpose of this public hearing is for the following issues:

1. Application for a variance filed by Jimmy Johns – Pocono Sign Company for the property located at 3500 Birney, Moosic PA, seeking a variance to install 2 identification signs and a dimensional variance pursuant to §300-30(f) and Table 4 of the Moosic Borough Zoning Ordinance. The property is located in a General Commercial (C-2) Zone.

2. Application for a variance filed by Birney 1 LP for the property located at 208 Stone Street, Moosic PA, seeking a use variance for placement of machinery and equipment for the operation of a generator for electric vehicle charging stations pursuant to §300-40 of the Moosic Borough Zoning Ordinance. The property is located in a Low Density Residential (R-1) zone.

The public is invited to attend and present testimony.
HENRY DONATI, Chairman
ROBERT TAMBURRO, Secretary.