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Thursday, April 16th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Terrence Burke took over Diamon K Inc, a 70-year-old recycling plant in Scranton on March 1. The facility processes up to 600,000 lbs of recyclable material daily across four warehouses — Burke plans to expand operations to serve local business needs while promoting environmental reuse. FOX 56
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of Scranton and the Greenhouse Project at Nay Aug Park will dedicate the ‘Spirit of Lenapehoking in Nay Aug Park’ sign on Sunday, Apr. 19 at noon — Lenape elder Curtis Zunigha will lead a cultural program and seed planting to honor indigenous heritage. WVIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lackawanna College and local developer John Basalyga are redeveloping the former Scranton Center building (on Adams Avenue) to expand the college's capacity for Health Science programs and Division II athletics; work is underway and will complete later this year. WNEP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At Geisinger College of Health Sciences, experts talked about 'forever chemicals' and their health risks ahead of Earth Day. Dr. Carolyn McCabe said small changes in using household products may help lower exposure. 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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A Tribute Night to The Eagles
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Tickets from $40.65 — Enjoy classic rock hits live as The Ultimate Eagle’s Tribute Band celebrates the music of The Eagles.
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