Good morning, Scranton.

A fire damaged a plaza in Old Forge Friday morning when an electrical malfunction in the Convenient Food Mart attic triggered flames that led to a collapsed roof and damage to nearby shops — state police ruled the fire accidental.

Hundreds of readers attended the first Electric City Love Con — held at the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel in Scranton — where over 100 romance authors signed books and shared recommendations.

Yesterday, the NEPA Philharmonic performed at Lackawanna County Children's Library in a special event titled Once Upon an Orchestra that featured a live reading of What Do You Do With an Idea by Kobi Yamada and a string quartet — two violins, one viola and one cello — to spark interest in music and literature. Children’s Programming Coordinator Meghan Sucheski said the performance aimed to inspire young listeners.

Students at Penn State Wilkes-Barre say that small classes and one-to-one instruction are fading—empty classrooms, shifting schedules, and fewer professors leave many feeling the campus is shutting down.

The school says it will begin classes on August 25 and work closely with students, while some seniors worry it will close after spring 2027.

Railfest 2025

All day — Steamtown National Historic Site — Admission details TBA — Celebrate the centennial of a steam locomotive with train rides, displays, and interactive programs for all ages.

Anberlin Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — The Ritz Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energizing performance of Anberlin at the Ritz Theater in Scranton.

Tech Table Assistance

5-7 p.m. — Albright Memorial Library Building Scranton Public Library — Free entry — Get one-on-one help with your tech issues from smartphones to laptops.

Oktoberfest Celebration

12-9 p.m. — Susquehanna Brewing Co. — $10 admission including your first drink — Enjoy craft brews, food, live music, and festive competitions at this lively Oktoberfest.

Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace Co-Headlining Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — The Pavilion at Montage Mountain — Ticket prices vary — Rock giants Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace team up for a night of explosive performances and new hits.