Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ NASA's Artemis II mission sent four astronauts farther than ever before, and NEPA astronomy fans hope its achievement sparks more interest in space study today — local groups plan community events to encourage skywatching. WVIA
- ➤ In 1989, an exhibit at the Everhart Museum highlighted bees as vital pollinators—Mike Stevens now revisits the display on Back Down the Pennsylvania Road to show how these insects continue to impact our local ecosystem. WNEP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hospitality and culinary students at Lackawanna College are running Wisteria — a spring-themed pop-up bar at 409 Adams — every Wednesday and Thursday through May 13. The pop-up offers seasonal menu items, including lamb sliders and mocktail options, to benefit the college. WNEP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ US Interior Secretary Doug Burgum visited Steamtown today to see the historic locomotives and urged greater investment to protect this living piece of history in Scranton. Joined by Congressman Rob Breshnahan (8th District), he discussed needed upkeep ahead of the site's 40th anniversary celebration and America's 250th birthday this summer. WNEP
- ➤ Residents and officials in Archbald clashed during Monday night's conditional use hearing over Cornell Realty Management's proposal for the Wildcat Ridge Data Center Campus on the former Pine Line mining site, with plans that include 14 two-story buildings, commercial space and an estimated 2,400 extra daily trips & stirring strong local concerns. The next hearing is set for Thursday, May 14 at Valley View High School. FOX 56
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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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Vinyasa Yoga Flow Class
5:30-6:30 p.m. — The Greenhouse Project — $10 Suggested Donation — Experience the healing power of yoga in a nurturing greenhouse environment.
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
7-10 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant youth theatre performance of this classic musical tale.
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