Scranton city council votes for sister city agreement with Sheptytskyi, Ukraine

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The City of Scranton is taking its support for Ukraine to a whole new level. City council voted unanimously Tuesday to establish a sister city agreement with Sheptytskyi, Ukraine.

Mayor Paige Cognetti proposed the measure. She says she hopes it can bring our people even closer together.

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The legislation cites both cities sharing rich histories rooted in industry, innovation, and common values.

Besides the Scranton community raising funds for Ukraine, it has also supplied vital ammunition.

Just last September, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited the Scranton Army Ammunition Plant, which produces their artillery.