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Scranton
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Visitors enjoyed warm weather at Lackawanna State Park today as temperatures are expected to cool later this week (typical northeastern Pennsylvania weather). Locals and out-of-towners took advantage of outdoor activities like walking and fishing. WNEP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pennsylvania public utility regulators have warned that new electricity generation prices will take effect on June 1, driving higher electric bills as summer heat increases air conditioner use (especially for households on default service). Officials advise consumers to monitor usage and contact their utility companies about budget billing and assistance. FOX 56
- ➤ Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti joined Governor Josh Shapiro at The Avenue Restaurant & Catering on Wednesday to launch her campaign for Congress in Luzerne County. The event focused on issues like rising costs and healthcare as part of the general election season. FOX 56
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Happy Hour at the Barre
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