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Scranton
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Dietrich Theater will host 20 films during its three-week Winter Fest Film Festival starting Friday until March 12. General manager Ronnie Harvey said the lineup includes Academy Award nominees, foreign and independent films (with crowd-favorites like 'The Rental Family') shown multiple times. WVIA
- ➤ Hundreds attended church services on Ash Wednesday in the Pittston area to mark the start of Lent—Father Joseph Elston said the day focused on prayer, charity, and reflection as worshippers begin a 40-day season leading to Easter on Sunday, Apr. 5. FOX 56
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Fortis Institute hosted the American Dental Association Foundation’s Give Kids a Smile program, where 50 children (ages 1 to 17) received free cleanings, screenings, and dental education. Organizers announced that the next event will be held this fall. WNEP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Abington Heights won the District 2 Class 5A girls basketball quarterfinal on Wednesday night after an early 11-point lead helped the Comets beat Pittston Area 39-26. The team will face top-seeded Crestwood in Saturday’s semifinals while Pittston Area’s season ended at 13-10. The Abington Journal
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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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