Tuesday, December 31st, 2024

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Scranton.
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three Lackawanna County libraries will receive 100 new laptops to enhance digital access for patrons, funded by a Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority grant. The Abington Journal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The facade of the closed-for-renovations former Coney Island Lunch building in Downtown Scranton collapsed early Monday, closing part of Lackawanna Avenue but resulting in no injuries. WNEP
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Actors Circle will perform Shakespeare's 'Macbeth' from January 16-19 and 24-26 at Providence Playhouse in Scranton, with ticket prices varying by date and audience. The Abington Journal
DRINK NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR New research shows sodium needs may be higher than once thought — and LMNT is built around that insight. This zero-sugar electrolyte mix is popular with wellness-focused parents, athletes, and fasters for a reason: clean ingredients, smart formulation, and a refund promise if it’s not for you. Start your hydration journey.* LMNT
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Scranton.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Bob Casey, Rep. Matt Cartwright, and Rep. Dan Meuser reflect on their achievements in the 118th Congress, including efforts in economic development, national security wage adjustments, and bipartisan legislative success. Go Lackawanna
No new events today. You can submit one here.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

Hydration is getting a refresh
Turns out water alone doesn’t always cut it.
LMNT brings electrolytes back into the mix — without sugar, dyes, or fillers — in stick packs and sparkling cans.
From post-workout recovery to mocktail hour, it’s an easy addition to your daily routine. Athletes, busy parents, even sauna regulars — all leaning on LMNT to feel a little more balanced.
Try LMNT totally risk-free and get a free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase. Pro tip: If you don’t like it, they’ll refund your order, no questions asked.
Discover better hydration
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Scranton.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The enemy of art is the absence of constraints.
~ Orson Welles
About Daily Scranton
Welcome to the Daily Scranton, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Scranton, Pennsylvania community. If you like the Daily Scranton, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Scranton.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Scranton and across Pennsylvania. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Scranton
A free Scranton community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyscranton.com/sitemap