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Scranton
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ QiQi Bubble Tea in South Abington Twp has been serving over 50 bubble tea flavors, matcha drinks, coffee, and food like dumplings at 860 Northern Boulevard. The shop features unique decor (including pastel claw machines and light-up tables) that adds a fun twist to the growing bubble tea trend. The Abington Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Waverly Community House will host the NEPA Film Festival from Friday, April 10 to Sunday, April 12. The festival features comedy shorts, documentaries, and feature films plus a reception at 6 p.m.—a panel discussion moderated by local news station WNEP-TV’s Jeremy Lewan. The Abington Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices across Pennsylvania have climbed near $4 per gallon after rising roughly 70 to 80 cents over the past month amid global oil supply concerns — experts say prices may rise further if instability continues. FOX 56
- ➤ Farmers in Bloomsburg have seen fertilizer prices jump - a truckload now costs about $10,000 compared to $7,500 weeks ago due to the Iran war closing a key shipping route. The higher costs are straining crop budgets amid a challenging year. WNEP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At The Gathering Place, 16 classes and events are set for April and early May, including a jazz lecture series starting Tuesday, Apr 7, food and art workshops, tech tutoring sessions and a coffee house concert on Apr 18. The Abington Journal
- ➤ Yesterday, cadets from Penn State Health and the Pennsylvania State Police attended a crisis management course at Lackawanna College — they learned de-escalation skills through presentations, discussion groups, and live scenarios; organizers plan to make the class an annual training to better prepare both new and experienced officers. FOX 56
- ➤ The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children in South Abington hosted its first esports gaming night in its gym, featuring Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros with 28 teams from nine schools and drawing 135 players and spectators; organizers plan to repeat the event in 2027. The Abington Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A panel met Monday at the University of Scranton to discuss a report on rising data center energy demand that may drive up emissions, public health costs, and local electricity bills (report released in February). Local officials and community members asked questions about impacts on air quality and road traffic. WVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Olyphant voiced concerns over a proposed zoning amendment on data centers at a well-attended public hearing Tuesday night (held in the borough building). Council will review input before a possible vote in April (addressing issues like environmental impact, traffic, and emergency services). FOX 56
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Morgan Davis scored five goals on March 26 to notch her 100th career goal during Abington Heights' 22-1 win over Wyoming Area in the Wyoming Valley Conference (the Lady Comets, fresh from a state semifinal in 2025, are off to a 4-1 start). The Abington Journal
- ➤ Abington Heights will compete in Lackawanna League Division 1 baseball this season as returning star Nick Bradley leads the team alongside coach Bill Zalewski’s son, Reese, and other experienced players. Coach Zalewski said he expects all pitchers to overcome offseason arm injuries + fill in gaps with emerging talent. The Abington Journal
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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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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.
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