UNC at Mayor Cognetti’s Inauguration

United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania was honored to have its President and Chief Executive Officer, Lisa Durkin, serve as Master of Ceremonies at the inauguration of Paige G. Cognetti on Monday, January 5, 2026, at Scranton City Hall.

The ceremony included an invocation by Rev. Mark K. Alexander of Bethel AME Church and the official swearing-in conducted by Terrence R. Nealon.

The event highlighted the importance of collaboration, long-term investment, and shared responsibility in strengthening Scranton’s neighborhoods and overall quality of life. UNC is grateful to be part of a community committed to working together to move the city forward.