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Roman Catholics in northeastern Pennsylvania are expecting some news about their bishop following days of media reports that he will resign.The Diocese of Scranton has planned a news conference for 10 a.m. Monday. Officials have refused to comment on reports that Bishop Joseph Martino will be stepping down.The Times-Tribune reported last week that workers removed furniture from Martino's residence in Scranton.Martino is only 63 years old. It is highly unusual for a bishop to step down ahead of age 75, when the Vatican requires bishops to submit their resignation.Martino has been a controversial, conservative leader of the diocese that serves 350,000 parishioners. He was installed in 2003.