Good morning, Scranton.

The Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of Scouting America partnered with the Lackawanna County Sheriff's Office on Thursday afternoon in Courthouse Square to raise two flags as part of a program celebrating America's 250th birthday, which started in February and runs until Flag Day, June 14.

Scranton High School hosted its annual Food Wars culinary competition, with students from Stem Academy, West Intermediate, South Intermediate and Northeast preparing two-course dishes for peer judges and professional chefs.

Proceeds supported the district's Safe Play initiative that funds recess programs and safety improvements.

Heavy March rain activated early lawn care in Clarks Summit; local experts say mowing will begin in early April and warn homeowners to treat soggy ground to avoid weed problems (uneven growth may continue until regular maintenance in May and June).

A House bill would allow the PIAA to run separate playoffs for boundary and non-boundary schools after a state championship loss in Old Forge highlighted fairness issues; lawmakers including Scranton’s Rep. Kyle Donahue are backing the change with a rally planned on June 9 at 1 p.m.+

Scranton will host an official World Cup Fan Zone at the Lackawanna County Courthouse Square from July 4 through July 19, offering free public watch parties and interactive fan events for the 2026 tournament (FOX56 will also broadcast every match).

Organizers expect thousands to gather downtown for this community event.

Today, the RailRiders open their season with a 1:05 p.m. game in Buffalo (expected high of 30°) as manager Shelley Duncan praises a strong lineup with key infield and outfield players.

Gerry McNamara will hold a press conference Monday while the Penguins clinched a playoff berth.

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.

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.

Gold Dust Woman - Tribute to Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac

7-9 p.m. — The Theater at North — Tickets available — Celebrate the music of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac at this ultimate tribute concert.