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Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds gathered at Dr. Edwards Memorial Congregational Church in Wilkes-Barre to remember 14-year-old La’niyah Clark (affectionately called Lala) as the community mourned her tragic death after she was reported missing on Jan. 17 and later found. WNEP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Parade Day is boosting tourism in Scranton as local bars report heavy foot traffic. Backyard Ale House hosted a full-day event for St. Patrick’s Day (with live music and drink specials) and expects the busy celebration to drive high profits. FOX 56
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in the state climbed as AAA reported an average of about $3.69 per gallon on Saturday (Mar. 14) after 16 consecutive days of gains; NEPA stations charged higher at prices between $3.70 and $3.79 along major highways and in metro areas. FOX 56
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Family to Family Easter Food Basket Giveaway
8 AM – 4 PM — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Free — Community organizations come together to provide Easter food baskets with no registration required.
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Scranton Half Marathon
4:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. — PenFed Credit Union Field at Memorial Stadium — Registration required — Race through Scranton in the scenic 13th edition of this popular half marathon.
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