Good morning, Scranton.

The CEO Weinberg Food Bank launched its first-ever Packathon on Thursday at 7 p.m. at 185 Research Drive in Pittston during the 24-hour NEPA Gives event.

Volunteers aim to pack 4,000 boxes by Friday at 7 p.m. for seniors in Luzerne and Wyoming counties.

Firefighters in Dickson City rescued a young fawn that was trapped under a large rock in a narrow groundhog hole Thursday afternoon using specialized techniques with help from the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the city’s public works department.

The animal was then turned over to a state warden for care.

Big Boy 4014, the only running steam locomotive among eight survivors, will arrive at Scranton's Steamtown on Saturday, June 13.

It will display alongside locomotive 4012 for a rare railroad reunion (25% of all Big Boys) that highlights Scranton’s rail history.

The Lackawanna County Heritage Fair returns to Montage Mountain — open through Sunday at 8 p.m. — and offers rides, waterpark access, live entertainment, food, interactive exhibits and local vendors.

Local visitors enjoy family fun and cultural celebrations at this community event.

The Franklin Street Sleuths book club at the Osterhout Free Library North Branch is sharing mystery book recommendations from members including Sarah Scinto, Joanne Austin, Karen McNulty, Anna Elmir, and Eileen Kenyon.

They highlight thrilling novels and historical mysteries to spark local literary interest.

West Scranton High School unveiled a memorial statue in its courtyard on Wednesday, June 5 to honor classmates like Rose Hernandez, who died too soon and would have graduated this year.

Aylesworth Lake near Jermyn and Covington Lake near Daleville opened Friday for summer swimming from dawn to dusk, with improvements including treated water and maintained surroundings reported by park manager Brian Ogozaly.

Visitors will see water temperatures gradually warm later this season.

Following a settlement, the Public Utility Commission approved a rate increase that will add about $7 to the typical monthly electricity bill for PPL customers starting July 1.

The settlement also creates a new rate class for large-load customers (making them pay full upgrade costs) and provides low-income assistance.

Chief Meteorologist Tom Russell attended the Pennsylvania State Police Cadet Camp Thursday, June 4 to experience the life of a cadet (he ran, fired targets and participated in simulation exercises) in a day marked by rigorous training and discipline.

U.S. Rep. Rob Bresnahan pledged to challenge proposed federal Medicaid rules that could cause many seriously ill patients to lose coverage.

He announced $192 million in COVID relief funds for local hospitals at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Twp.

Allied Services Hospice & Palliative Care partners with Patriots Cove to become the exclusive provider for the Veterans and First Responder Last Best Day Program at the Wyoming County facility.

The collaboration will offer compassionate, patient-focused hospice care to veterans & first responders while supporting their families.

The Music Man Performance

2-5 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Cost Info Not Provided — Enjoy a lively rendition of this beloved musical classic.

Spy Class 1778

3:30 p.m. — Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library — Free entry — Kids will dive into local history through fun code-breaking and spycraft activities.