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Sunday, January 4th, 2026

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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of January.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighters responded to a home along Luzerne Street Saturday night after a fire severely damaged the second floor, leaving four residents temporarily homeless and a nearby house with minor damage.  WNEP

CULTURE NEWS

  • Orthodox Christians in Moscow began celebrating their heritage Saturday night as the North Pocono Cultural Society hosted storytime, crafts, and shared traditional foods with local businesses. Families will continue the celebration on Jan. 7 for Orthodox Christmas.  PA Homepage
  • Local organizers from the North Pocono Cultural Society partnered with businesses to host a Russian Christmas event in Moscow. The celebration is set for Jan. 7 — residents can walk between venues for live music and a traditional Ukrainian dance performance.  FOX 56

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Shiver by the River #1

    10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Scranton Running Company — Cost varies — Participate in a fun run with options for a 5k, 10k, or a leisurely 2mi walk along the scenic river.

    Sat, 1/10/26

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  • Pennsylvania Bingo Celebration

    6 p.m. — Lackawanna County Children's Library — Free entry — Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the USA with a fun Pennsylvania themed BINGO game and local snacks.

    Mon, 1/26/26

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

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JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

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