Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of July.
Good morning, Scranton.
Farmers market season is underway in downtown Pittston after its opening on Tuesday when locals shopped for fresh produce, meats, baked goods and locally grown flowers.
The market operates every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. until Nov. 24 at 71 S. Main St.
Scranton launched a new grant program to help small business owners improve storefronts by covering up to 50% of project costs for exterior upgrades like new windows+doors+signage.
Applications are open until funds are awarded.
Big Boy’s two-week visit at Steamtown National Historic Site generated $16M to $17M in economic impact — the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce reported that Union Pacific locomotive 4014 boosted local revenue.
Lackawanna College completed its merger with Peirce College on July 1, making it Pennsylvania’s largest private nonprofit open-enrollment undergraduate institution that now serves over 8,000 students across 11 locations and online.
A Man Named Cash: The Ultimate Tribute to Johnny Cash
7-9 p.m. — The Theater at North — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of Johnny Cash and June Carter in a live concert tribute.
10th Annual Cody's Car Show
4-8 p.m. — The Marketplace at Steamtown — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of automotive passion and community spirit in Scranton.
Rocking For The Youth 2026
9 AM – 11 PM — ANZ Hotel Scranton — Proceeds benefit NEPA Youth Shelter — A vibrant all-day celebration featuring live music, a car show, and a reunion show for Philifonian.
Billy Idol Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Pavilion at Montage Mountain — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sounds of punk pioneer Billy Idol live in concert.
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