Rachel Montoya

Bureau Chief · Scranton, PA

Rachel Montoya, a native of Scranton, holds a degree in Journalism from Penn State University. With over 15 years of experience at local papers like the Times-Tribune and NPR’s local affiliate, she has a knack for uncovering the most pressing stories in the community. She has led the Scranton Current's expansion into digital news and multimedia storytelling.

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Tractor-trailer accident on I-81 Southbound

Health

I-81 Southbound closed after a crash involving a tractor-trailer

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the bustling streets of Scranton, a sudden crash shattered the evening calm. A tractor-trailer, a familiar sight on the busy interstates that slice through our region, collided on I-81 Southbound, leaving one person injured and a...

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