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Scranton
Sunday, February 15th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Winterfest at Lackawanna State Park (North Abington Township) gave families a chance to try snowshoeing, guided hikes, birdwatching, and campfire cooking on Saturday. Organizers said the event showcased the park as a year round spot for outdoor fun. WNEP
- ➤ The United Nations declared 2026 as the International Year of the Woman Farmer to honor local women driving our food systems, and community events will mark this recognition in Northeast and Central PA— including a new show at Willow Wisp Organic Farm scheduled for Nov. 12 to 15. WVIA
- ➤ On Saturday, a Valentine’s Day pet adoption event took place at Blind Cat Beer Company — a local venue in Luzerne County — where cat lovers adopted two cats while Kitties of NEPA Pet Fund and Rescue continues its efforts to rehome more felines. WNEP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ First responders from Scranton and Wilkes-Barre faced off in the inaugural Battle of the Badges hockey match at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre Township today, with Scranton winning 11-7. The event drew roughly 500 fans and featured teams of firefighters, police and paramedics—marking a spirited debut for the friendly rivalry. WNEP
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Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour
2-9 p.m. — Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza — Various pricing options available — Celebrate a century of basketball thrills and laughs with legendary performances and fan experiences.
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JCC Zootopia Purim Carnival
12-2 p.m. — Scranton JCC — Free entry — Celebrate Purim with carnival games, music, and a lively atmosphere for all ages.
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Chicago: The Musical
2-4 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the razzle-dazzle of Chicago’s iconic story of fame and fortune in the Jazz Age.
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Van Morrison Celebration: Tupelo Honey
3–5 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices not listed — Celebrate the timeless music of Van Morrison in a vibrant tribute performance.
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Cash and King Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience the best of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley in one unforgettable tribute concert.
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Brian P. Kelly 2 Mile Footrace
11 a.m. — Scranton Downtown Federal Credit Union — $12 pre-registration, $15 race day — Celebrate the start of the race season with this historic 2-mile footrace on the parade route.
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