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Scranton
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Abington Christian Academy is hosting its 12th Annual Homemade Pie for Breakfast event on Saturday, Mar. 14 at Servant Church of the Abingtons in Clarks Green from 8 to 11 a.m. (Tickets cost $15 for adults and $7 for ages 4 to 12), and proceeds will benefit the academy. The Abington Journal
- ➤ The Wright Center for Patient & Community Engagement is set to host its fourth annual golf tournament on Friday, May 1 at Glen Oak Country Club in Waverly Township to raise funds for community health programs. The event honors philanthropist John P. Kearney with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. The Abington Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A neighbor rescued two people trapped in an early morning fire on Delaware Avenue in Olyphant — both sustained minor injuries as fire officials investigate the cause in Lackawanna County. WNEP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Breeze Airways will offer flights to Fort Lauderdale from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport starting July 1, with two weekly departures on Wednesdays and Saturdays at $79 if tickets are bought by March 2. The airline will add Thursday and Sunday flights from Myrtle Beach or Tampa (airport officials said). WVIA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Presbybop Blue Note Sextet will perform at First Presbyterian Church (300 School St.) on Sunday, March 15 at 4 p.m. The free concert is open to the public and will feature a post-show reception as the band prepares for a live recording next week. The Abington Journal
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Local financial experts advise residents with student loans to follow a clear plan to manage an average debt of $36,000 and boost credit scores. They suggest using the 50/30/20 rule (a guide for dividing expenses) and completing FAFSA forms before choosing colleges. FOX 56
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Wright Center for Patient and Community Engagement partnered with the Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania to host a free Community Closet in Kingston on Wednesday — offering new and gently used clothing and essentials for people with epilepsy and the broader community. FOX 56
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Diskin’s Saloon in Scranton turned smoke-free on Feb. 1 after owner Jessica Statsman saw that fewer patrons were smoking (business grew significantly) while Jim McCarthy’s Tavern on the Hill in Wilkes Barre continues to serve smokers, letting customers choose their preferred scene. FOX 56
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lackawanna Trail's Mark Rebmann won gold in the 145-pound Class 2A boys title at the District 2 Individual Wrestling Championships held Feb. 20-21 at Wilkes-Barre Area High School; he overcame a tough semifinal match to secure technical falls before taking the championship victory. The Abington Journal
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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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