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Scranton
Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Montoursville native Helen Yoas, a longtime fan, will appear on Jeopardy! tonight at 7:30 p.m. on WBRE-TV after qualifying through online tests and auditions, and she will celebrate with a local pub watch party on Thursday. FOX 56
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Misericordia University in Luzerne County has announced a partnership with the Pennsylvania State Police that will let criminology majors join the State Police Academy in their final semester, offering a career pathway for new recruits. WNEP
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts at Corky's Garden Path Greenhouse in Scott Township say native plants and grouped bloomers are key for pollinator-friendly gardens as warmer weather arrives. Trevor Kashuba advises minimal spraying to boost bees and butterflies — a state study on pollinator decline will report this fall. WNEP
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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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Happy Hour at the Barre
5-7 p.m. — Lace Venue by Epicurean — Cash bar available — Enjoy a unique blend of yoga, barre, and Pilates while indulging in a creative happy hour menu.
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