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Scranton
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Keystone College had its accreditation reaffirmed by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education because it meets key standards (Ethics and Integrity; Planning, Resources and Institutional Improvement; Governance, Leadership and Administration), canceling its mid-March meeting while requiring a monitoring report this fall. The Abington Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ NextGen Counseling opened in Dickson City on October 1 to offer teens help with addiction, gaming, and mental health challenges. The outpatient center provides both in-person and virtual sessions (tailored to each teen's comfort level) to support early intervention and recovery. FOX 56
- ➤ The Scranton High baseball team is rallying around sophomore Kayden Davis, who underwent surgery on Monday after doctors discovered two brain tumors, with community members launching a GoFundMe that has raised over $16,000 to ease his treatment costs. FOX 56
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Abington Heights beat Crestwood 57-37 in the D2 Class 5A championship at Mohegan Arena on Friday night (the team used its size to secure its fourth consecutive win). Both teams will play in the PIAA state playoffs on Friday, March 6. The Abington Journal
- ➤ Scranton Prep won its fourth straight District 2 title after beating Valley View 52-47 in Thursday's Class 4A championship game at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza. Star player Chloe Mamera scored 21 points to help secure the win for the Classics. 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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