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Scranton
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three local restaurants now offer Dementia Friendly dining to help caregivers and their loved ones enjoy meals in a supportive setting *launched by Age Friendly Lackawanna last year* with staff trained to adjust menus and service for customers with dementia. WVIA
- ➤ Family members launched a GoFundMe fundraiser on May 21 to cover funeral costs for Rebecca Miller, who died in a side-by-side crash, with donations to support her husband and grandson (the family remembers her as caring and generous). FOX 56
- ➤ Patriots Cove near Noxen offers veterans, first responders, and caregivers a healing retreat with free lodging, meals and outdoor activities like fly fishing + hunting; founder Jeff Swire said future projects will boost environmental education and community wellness. FOX 56
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, two Yankees figures bring attention to the RailRiders as right-hander Gerrit Cole (recovering from Tommy John surgery) rejoins for a rehab stint and prospect George Lombard Jr. advances from Double-A; a preview also highlights the upcoming PIAA track championships with Mid Valley’s top seed, Olivia Thomas. WVIA
- ➤ A meet & greet at Battaglia’s Sporting Goods allowed families to meet four Banana Ball players (from the Loco Beach Coconuts and the Firefighters) and build excitement ahead of the sold-out series today at 5:30 p.m. at PNC Field in NEPA. FOX 56
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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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