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Drew Taylor named executive director of F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre

Drew Taylor named executive director of F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre

From a press release: Drew Taylor has been announced as the new executive director of the F.M. Kirby Center for the Performing Arts in Wilkes-Barre.…

Peach Music Festival confirms 2021 lineup with Oysterhead and 60+ artists on July 4th weekend at Montage Mountain in Scranton

On Monday, nearly one year after the Peach Music Festival rescheduled its 2020 event to 2021, Live Nation announced that it is moving forward with…

Scranton natives The Menzingers headline Philly Music Fest on Oct. 9-10

From a press release: Today, Philly Music Fest announced the lineup for its fifth annual event on Wednesday, Oct. 6 through Sunday, Oct. 10, and…

Dead & Company jams at Bethel Woods on Aug. 23 and Hersheypark Stadium on Aug. 28

From a press release: Today, Dead & Company, which features former Grateful Dead members Bob Weir, Mickey Hart, and Bill Kreutzmann with John Mayer, Oteil…

A Camp Rattler profile: Blues rocker Kaleigh Baker and the killer tale of the ‘Pittston Pistol’

Kaleigh Baker is a Florida-based singer/songwriter that is organically and unapologetically armed to the teeth with unbridled vocal enormity. Possessing equal parts soul, blues, and…

Front porches and bars in Scranton’s Hill Section will host free live music on May 15

Front porches and bars in Scranton’s Hill Section will host free live music on May 15

Through COVID-19 lockdowns, quarantines, and government regulations, the music scene has endured, and even with…

Korn and Staind rock The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on Aug. 14

Korn and Staind rock The Pavilion at Montage Mountain in Scranton on Aug. 14

From a press release: Today, Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling metal band Korn announced a two-month U.S.…

Zac Brown Band takes Comeback Tour to Bethel Woods on Aug. 6 and Hersheypark Stadium on Aug. 21

Zac Brown Band takes Comeback Tour to Bethel Woods on Aug. 6 and Hersheypark Stadium on Aug. 21

From a press release: Today, the multi-platinum-selling Zac Brown Band announced The Comeback Tour, a…

Peach Music Festival moving forward with 2021 event on July 4th weekend at Montage Mountain in Scranton

Peach Music Festival moving forward with 2021 event on July 4th weekend at Montage Mountain in Scranton

Local music fans and those who travel from across the country have been eagerly awaiting…

After selling out Bethlehem concert, Sevendust adds 2nd show at SteelStacks on July 8

After selling out Bethlehem concert, Sevendust adds 2nd show at SteelStacks on July 8

From a press release: Last week, it was announced that Atlanta, Georgia metal band Sevendust,…

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Catch the Scranton Ripper in city-wide murder mystery game on April 24

Catch the Scranton Ripper in city-wide murder mystery game on April 24

From a press release: For the past year, you’ve been cooped up inside watching movies and television shows about serial killers.…

Glynn Lunney, legendary Apollo flight director for NASA and Old Forge native, dies at 84

Glynn Lunney, legendary Apollo flight director for NASA and Old Forge native, dies at 84

From a press release: Glynn Lunney, a legendary NASA engineer from Lackawanna County, died on Friday, March 19 at the age…

Paul Capoccia named director of new esports program at Marywood University in Scranton

Paul Capoccia named director of new esports program at Marywood University in Scranton

From a press release: Paul Capoccia was recently named the director of esports at Marywood University in Scranton, a new program…

Scranton Fringe Fest hosts live performances in Nintendo’s ‘Animal Crossing’ video game Feb. 26-28

Scranton Fringe Fest hosts live performances in Nintendo’s ‘Animal Crossing’ video game Feb. 26-28

From a press release: Like many arts organizations, the Scranton Fringe Festival has had to get even more creative over the…

Marywood University in Scranton launches competitive esports program in 2021

Marywood University in Scranton launches competitive esports program in 2021

From a press release: Marywood University in Scranton announced this week that it will become one of a select number of…

Wilkes-Barre expands computer science education for young Luzerne County students

Wilkes-Barre expands computer science education for young Luzerne County students

From a press release: The CSforALL movement to bring computer science to all U.S. students marked a major growth milestone today.…

RiffTrax carves up cheesy horror movie ‘Jack-O’ in NEPA movie theaters on Oct. 21

RiffTrax carves up cheesy horror movie ‘Jack-O’ in NEPA movie theaters on Oct. 21

From a press release: The hilarious RiffTrax guys – Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett of “Mystery Science Theater…

‘WWE SmackDown’ canceled at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre as WWE goes virtual

‘WWE SmackDown’ canceled at Mohegan Sun Arena in Wilkes-Barre as WWE goes virtual

From a press release: The “WWE Friday Night SmackDown” event scheduled for Friday, Oct. 30 at the Mohegan Sun Arena at Casey Plaza in Wilkes-Barre Township has been canceled. No…

Pennsylvania Esports Coalition names new executive director, discusses school implementation

Pennsylvania Esports Coalition names new executive director, discusses school implementation

From a press release: The Pennsylvania Esports Coalition in Harrisburg has brought Todd Kowalski on as its new executive director. Kowalski, a seasoned professional in grassroots advocacy and coalition management,…

The Office Super Fan Festival at Marketplace at Steamtown in Scranton postponed, new date TBA

The Office Super Fan Festival at Marketplace at Steamtown in Scranton postponed, new date TBA

The Office Super Fan Festival, a brand new event celebrating the hit sitcom at The Marketplace at Steamtown and Levels Bar & Grill in downtown Scranton, has been postponed due…

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Oscars 2021: 5 experts break down the winners, speeches, fashion, music, and more highlights

Oscars 2021: 5 experts break down the winners, speeches, fashion, music, and more highlights

Chloé Zhao has made history at the 93rd Academy Awards as the first Asian-American woman and first woman of color to win Best Director. She…

Director Jeffrey Garcia, the ‘Kong of Wrong,’ shows latest offense at Jim Thorpe Indie Film Festival on April 24

Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival returns with 90 films in-person at Opera House April 22-25

Godzilla vs. Kong – science weighs in on which monster would actually win the fight

Northeast Pennsylvania Film Festival returns to Ritz Theater in Scranton on April 17-18

‘Ten Commandments’ screens in NEPA movie theaters on March 28 for 65th anniversary

Circle Drive-In in Dickson City hosts free St. Patrick’s Day screening of ‘Quiet Man’ and ‘Rudy’ on March 13

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PHOTOS: Pavement Rave with Blunts & Blondes, Mersiv, Jaenga, CHOMPPA, and Sacred Snow at Montage Mountain in Scranton, 04/23/21

PHOTOS: Pavement Rave with Blunts & Blondes, Mersiv, Jaenga, CHOMPPA, and Sacred Snow at Montage Mountain in Scranton, 04/23/21

PHOTOS: Samantha Fish live at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, 04/16/21

PHOTOS: Samantha Fish live at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, 04/16/21

PHOTOS/VIDEOS: Inaugural Scranton Ice Festival with live music, 02/05-06/21

PHOTOS/VIDEOS: Inaugural Scranton Ice Festival with live music, 02/05-06/21

Lifestyle View all

Drew Taylor named executive director of F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre

Drew Taylor named executive director of F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre

From a press release: Drew Taylor has been announced as the new executive director of the…

WWII-era ‘Big Boy’ locomotive restored and returned to Steamtown in Scranton for National Train Day

Children’s Adventure Week summer camps return to Everhart Museum in Scranton on June 21-July 30

Gov. Wolf will lift all COVID-19 restrictions in Pa. on Memorial Day, except for masking

Who is Jane Jacobs? The life story behind the citywide Observe Scranton festival on May 4-8

After more than a year, Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour reopens at McDade Park in Scranton on April 30

570 Day highlights the best local people, businesses, scenery, and more on social media on May 7

Theatre View all

Drew Taylor named executive director of F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre

Drew Taylor named executive director of F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre

From a press release: Drew Taylor has been announced as the new executive director of the…

Act Out Theatre in Dunmore presents ‘Aladdin’ and ‘Rent’ with young casts May 14-16

Broadway in Scranton announces new dates for Scranton Cultural Center shows in 2021 and 2022

Wilkes-Barre’s Wolfpack Players are ‘All Shook Up’ by Elvis musical on May 6-9

Scranton Fringe Festival hosts COVID-19 vaccine clinic at AfA Gallery on April 22

Queer NEPA presents first-ever variety show at Act Out Theatre in Dunmore on April 10

Live Nation still expects concerts to return by ‘midsummer’ of 2021

Food/Drink View all

Food Network star Alton Brown goes ‘Beyond the Eats’ live at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Feb. 25

Food Network star Alton Brown goes ‘Beyond the Eats’ live at Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Feb. 25

From a press release: Chef, television personality, author, and Food Network star Alton Brown has announced…

First-ever Scranton Taco & Margarita Fest comes to Circle Drive-In in Dickson City on July 31

Scranton Chamber hosts new Community Block Party downtown with music, vendors, and more May 7-8

Northeast Snacks hosts Easter egg hunt in Wyoming Valley, giving away Middleswarth Chips

Just Born in Bethlehem collaborates with Pepsi to make Peeps marshmallow cola

Montage Mountain Brewfest returns to Scranton ski resort on April 24-25

NEPA rock stars and business owners create new Wilkes-Barre soda brand Parlor Beverages

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Comedian Jo Koy is ‘Just Kidding’ again at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 21

Comedian Jo Koy is ‘Just Kidding’ again at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 21

From a press release: Due to overwhelming demand, comedian Jo Koy will return to the F.M.…

NYC comic/actor Cory Fernandez headlines stand-up show at Scranton Comedy Club in Dunmore on May 15

Comedian Theo Von performs live at F.M. Kirby Center in Wilkes-Barre on Oct. 9

Rev. Bob Levy headlines stand-up show at Scranton Comedy Club in Dunmore on April 17

Comedian Bill Burr will perform two live shows at Wind Creek Bethlehem on Sept. 5

Comedian Rich Vos performs live at Mauch Chunk Opera House in Jim Thorpe on March 27

Scranton Comedy Club reopens in Dunmore with Delaware comic Keith Purnell on March 27