Good morning, Scranton.

Officials at Griffin Pond Animal Shelter held a ribbon cutting on Sunday near Clarks Summit to mark lobby renovations that updated the space with fresh paint, new furniture, and a dedicated cat habitat for animals and staff.

PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll said Paul Miller’s Law (which will take effect Thursday, June 5) bans hand-held cell phone use while driving.

The law (named for Paul Miller Jr. who died in 2010 from distracted driving) is meant to save lives.

Scranton City Hall raised a pride flag on June 1st to mark Pride Month—its 7th display—and local leaders, including Mayor Paige Cognetti, urged residents to vote in upcoming local elections.

Christy Nuss of Griswold Home Care NEPA said aging in place lets seniors stay in comfort at home while receiving one-on-one care.

Alexia Kopchak added caregivers help clients live happier and healthier lives—despite challenges from high costs and a caregiver shortage.

Last week, the North Pocono Lady Trojans won the District II 5A championship for the first time in 50 years by beating Abington Heights.

At a banquet tonight at Colarusso's Coal Fired Pizza—former players Joy Pilosi and Ann Ratchford offered advice before the team plays Upper Moreland today at 4 p.m.

Runners raced in the Inaugural Build-N-Athlete Race on Sunday from the Blakely Borough complex onto the Lackawanna River Heritage Trail, with choices of a 5K, a 10K, or a Fun Run for children—Build-N-Athlete is a non-profit that helps lift financial burdens for youth sports.

The event, held to mark its first anniversary in May, provided free sports equipment to about 100 local kids—organizers said the race was well-run with plenty of water and support along the course.

Arts on Fire Festival

11 AM – 5 PM — Scranton Iron Furnaces — Free entry — Celebrate local art and heritage with live music, interactive demonstrations, and the signature iron pour.

NEPA Yoga Festival

5 PM – 5 PM — Montage Mountain Resorts — Entry cost varies — Celebrate a decade of yoga, wellness, and community with a weekend retreat.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Riverfront Sports — $97 fee for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills and experienced coaching at this youth camp.

Tom Graham Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — McGrath's Pub & Eatery — Free entry — Enjoy a night of original music from a talented Scranton-based singer-songwriter.

Scranton Summer Sizzle Craft & Vendor Market

10 AM - 9 PM & 11 AM - 6 PM — Viewmont Mall — Free entry — Celebrate summer with unique vendors and exciting finds for back-to-school prep.

Mainline 5k Race 2025

7 a.m. — Montage Mountain Resorts — $35-45 — Tackle the slopes in this thrilling 5k race with prizes and free waterpark admission.