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Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scranton Public Library will hold its 15th annual Swingin' on Vine fundraiser next Friday. The block party in front of Albright Memorial Library will include live music, food, drinks, dancing, and raffle baskets + all proceeds will support library services rain or shine. WNEP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At Larry O'Malia's Farm + Greenhouses, unpredictable May weather has challenged planting as midweek rain gives way to sunny conditions expected Friday through Sunday. Owner O'Malia advises gardeners to use protective coverings and water carefully to help small plants survive until frost-free weather comes. FOX 56
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, The Institute presented its annual 2026 Indicators Report at Mohegan Pennsylvania in Plains Twp. and outlined trends affecting NEPA's economy, from aging housing and tariff pressures on manufacturing to Medicaid funding challenges and AI growth (which may shift job markets), urging updated zoning and workforce planning. WVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ State and local leaders visited Geisinger's Fresh Food Farmacy on West Olive Street—part of a push to fund a pilot Food Is Medicine program that will deliver healthy meals to Medicaid patients with chronic conditions, as Governor Shapiro's $900K budget proposal awaits a funding decision by June 30. WNEP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins played game one of the Calder Cup playoffs at Mohegan Arena — winning 2-0 and setting up a Thursday night game against the Springfield Thunderbirds. 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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