Good morning, Scranton.

To help locals stay warm, the Scranton Chapter of UNICO has launched its annual coat drive, partnering with Friends of the Poor and the Catherine McAuley Center; donation boxes are placed at public libraries, Vincenzo’s Pizzeria, and the County Administration Building in Scranton, with a local warehouse open Monday–Friday.

Today, local businesses in Green Ridge Corners celebrated Dolly Parton Appreciation Day by launching themed events—like a hot pink sugar scrub giveaway at The Releafery and kindness card drops at The Curiosity Shop—while donating proceeds to the Imagination Library that provides free books to local children.

16 To The Rescue this week spotlights Hannah and Piper — a bonded pair of black cats facing challenges finding a forever home due to common adoption biases.

The local rescue group hopes the feature encourages community members to consider them for adoption.

Marywood University has opened a new learning site in Florence — a historic palazzo with a garden — where 41 architecture students began studying art and design in late August.

The university plans to expand the program in spring and fill 250 seats.

Johnson College honored three industry partners at a banquet Thursday evening at Hotel Anthracite in Carbondale.

The college recognized the Genzlinger Family, Marshall Machinery Inc., and Rob Grimm for their contributions to workforce preparation + community support, which boost academic programs + industry collaboration.

Scranton Fire Chief John Judge will retire Jan.

2 after nearly 25 years of service to become fire director for the Centre Region Council of Governments in the State College area, covering 93,000 residents & Penn State’s community. He will shadow the outgoing director in October.

Galil Importing Corp. is recalling its Lior Cinnamon Ground Seasoning sold in Pennsylvania and five other states between Nov.

18, 2025 and Sept. 7 after tests revealed elevated lead levels; customers should discard & return the product.