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Scranton
Friday, January 9th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kurt Aaron is testing Rescue Retriever, a product that could alert firefighters about a pet’s location in an emergency with a longtime firefighter (Excelsior Hose Company #1) in Olyphant. The test will verify if the device works as promised. WNEP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Project Gravity is a planned data center campus on 186 acres (former mine land) in Archbald, but developers have not secured a tenant yet; at Tuesday’s meeting at Valley View High School, DEP and local representatives reviewed permits and environmental safeguards, with construction expected to take one to three years. WVIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The F.M. Kirby Center is set to host a lineup of shows this month: rising comedian Josh Johnson performs today, Love Story—An Unofficial Tribute to Taylor Swift entertains on Saturday, magic by Rob Lake amazes on Sunday, and comedy legend Jerry Seinfeld wraps up the month on January 30. WNEP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ PSP Troop N Camp Cadet applications are open for kids aged 12 to 14, offering hands-on law enforcement training at Penn State Hazleton from June 21 to 26. The week-long camp (80 spots) is for youth from lower Luzerne, Carbon, Columbia, and Monroe counties, with a deadline of April 1. FOX 56
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The sale of Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Regional Hospital of Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital has remained delayed as the PA Department of Health (reviewing Tenor Health Foundation's application) has not approved the change in ownership from Commonwealth Health. Both sides aim to complete the deal soon. WVIA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Dry January is growing in Scranton as local bars serve alcohol-free mocktails. The Tease Lounge on Penn Avenue—known for its twist on classic cocktails—offers zero proof versions of popular drinks today, and owner Joe Hetsko says customers can mix their own at home. WNEP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Clutch remain undefeated in the ABA and will return home this weekend for two games at Wilkes-Barre Catholic Youth Center; the team will face Philadelphia Thunder on Saturday at 7:00 p.m. WNEP
- ➤ Skiers and snowboarders enjoyed favorable conditions when Elk Mountain started its season on Dec. 9, with artificial and natural snow creating packed surfaces and fluffy powder. Emmet Madden and Bob DeLuca said the mix offered a unique ski experience (a rare treat) on the slopes. FOX 56
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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.
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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.
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Shiver by the River Race Series
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Scranton Running Company — Registration Fees Apply — Compete in a 5k, 10k, or join the 2mi walk along a scenic river path.
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