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Scranton
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than 200 volunteers and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis donated nearly 200 crafted fringe blankets and food at the Blankets & Broth event held at the Friedman Jewish Community Center in Kingston on MLK Day. The event honored Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy and showcased local community spirit. WVIA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Taney’s Costume Shop announced an ownership change to carry on its near 100-year legacy in Scranton. The store will modernize its costume collection and offer online access while staying open Monday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. FOX 56
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ First Presbyterian Church in Clarks Summit is hosting a weekend of free family activities for the Festival of Ice from Jan. 30 to Feb. 1. Events include gypsy jazz on Friday, a juried photography and art show, a drum circle, and a Chili Cafe with piano entertainment (300 School Street). The Abington Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Huber Breaker Preservation Society hosted Anthracite Mining Heritage Month Tuesday evening at Saint Leo the Great Parish in Ashley, marking 25 years of honoring the region's mining legacy. Experts including (Bobby Hughes of EPCAMR) discussed efforts to reclaim abandoned mine sites and digitize historic maps while inviting community volunteers. FOX 56
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local officials in Scranton and Lackawanna County have issued Code Blue Frigid Weather Alerts starting tonight through the weekend as wind chills drop below 20. Emergency shelters at St. Anthony's Haven on Olive Street, Weston Field House, and the Community Intervention Center aim to protect vulnerable residents. FOX 56
- ➤ Doctors advise Scranton residents with flu symptoms to treat mild fevers, chills, and body aches at home with over-the-counter medicine (flu shots remain an option) and with urgent care instead of crowded emergency rooms today; severe breathing issues may still require emergency treatment. FOX 56
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ WVIA's Good Natured podcast shared New Year's Day hikes led by Kat Bolus in Wyoming County and featured Don Jacobs as he tried curling and joined a hunting event. The episode offers residents ideas for new outdoor adventures in 2026. WVIA
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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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Galentine's Cocktails & Shopping
5:30-8 p.m. — The Colonnade — Cost of ticket includes one complimentary beverage — Enjoy cocktails and unique shopping from local retailers with complimentary champagne tasting.
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The Colonnade Valentine's Dinner
7:30-10 p.m. — The Colonnade — Cash Bar available — Celebrate Valentine's Day with a gourmet dinner featuring a variety of delicious bites and a champagne toast.
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Broadway in Scranton Subscription Package: Sunday Matinees
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Subscription package available — Immerse yourself in a delightful afternoon of Broadway performances in Scranton.
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