Press Release • 7th August 2021

16th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival returns to Downtown Scranton

All of Downtown Scranton will serve as center stage for an award-winning music festival as the 16th Annual Scranton Jazz Festival (SJF) returns to the Electric City, Friday through Sunday, August 6, 7 and 8.

Press Release • 7th August 2021

It’s Back! The return of the Electric City Classic Hill Climb

After a year of cancellations, cyclists and race enthusiasts are gearing up for an exciting summer event in the Hill Section of Scranton: the return of the Electric City Classic (ECC) Hill Climb!

Press Release • 7th August 2021

200 Participants. 10 Businesses. 1 Amazing Race Celebrating Multiple Intelligences!

After a year of cancellations and postponements due to COVID-19, students at Howard Gardner MI Charter School in Scranton will enjoy an extra activity to celebrate the end of their school year — an Amazing Race-themed event through the City of Scranton.

Press Release • 17th August 2021

Marsili, Carr and Valentini Promoted at Fidelity Bank

Daniel J. Santaniello, President and Chief Executive Officer of Fidelity Bank, is pleased to announce that Joann Marsili, Michelle Carr and Jill Valentini have been promoted.

Press Release • 7th August 2021

Partners announce the return of Scranton City Pride Cleanups & Plantings

Press Release • 7th August 2021

Groundbreaking Ceremony at Howard Gardner MI Charter School

Members of the Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence (MI) Charter School will celebrate an important milestone this spring as they initiate a $4.2 million project to expand and improve their campus in East Mountain in the City of Scranton.

Press Release • 15th December 2020

Electric City Connection reboots for holiday season

Nine months into a global pandemic, food insecurity continues to soar for local families and restaurant revenue is declining due to COVID-19 protocols. With these increasing needs and challenges, organizers of the Electric City Connection are once again seeking community support.

Press Release • 11th November 2020

'Tis the Season to Support Local

Light Up Downtown Scranton is designed to encourage everyone in the community to shop and dine in the Downtown Scranton Business District this holiday season. Promotions run through January 1, 2021.

Press Release • 9th October 2020

We're ready to Fall into Scranton

As part of an ongoing series to promote locally-owned businesses, Scranton Tomorrow has created Fall Into Downtown.

Press Release • 3rd August 2020

$7,600 raised. 670 meals provided. 1 successful project.

This spring, medical students at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine (GCSOM) identified a need among local hospital workers and, in keeping with their medical training, their response was swift and mindful.

Press Release • 1st July 2020

Welcome to the Summer of Scranton

In support of the Downtown Scranton Business District, Scranton Tomorrow launched the “The Summer of Scranton” campaign today.

Press Release • 10th October 2019

New Ethics Code for City Employees

Mayor Wayne E. Evans, City of Scranton, announced today that all City employees will be required to review and acknowledge receipt of the City’s Ethics Code.

Press Release • 25th September 2019

Community invited to inaugural Valhalla Fall Ball

Press Release • 17th August 2021

Fidelity Bank invests $630,000 in support of local students through EITC contributions

Fidelity Bank, in Dunmore, recently presented 37 local non-profit organizations and educational institutions with Pennsylvania Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) funds totaling $630,000. Contributions ranged from $2,500 to $120,000 per organization.

Media Kit • 26th June 2019

Electric City Classic rolls into Scranton

Photo by Dan Chabanov

News Release • 22nd March 2019

Back Mountain community will choose winner of Fidelity Bank’s $15,000 IMPACT grant

Since 1903, Fidelity Bank has embraced a philosophy of service to the community. In this spirit, the Bank recently launched IMPACT, a new program that will award $15,000 to a non-profit spearheading a project that will have a significant impact on the communities it serves.

News Release • 3rd December 2018

Imagine a more walkable Scranton

Scranton is taking its first step towards a more pedestrian-friendly city, and community leaders invite members of the public to walk through the process with them.

News Release • 30th November 2018

Whimsy, Wonder & Holiday Windows

Scranton Tomorrow invites people of all ages to enjoy an annual holiday tradition in the Downtown Scranton Business District: the Holiday Window Decorating Showcase, Friday, December 7 through Friday, January 4. The showcase is designed to encourage everyone to visit downtown Scranton this holiday season for shopping, dining and holiday activities.

News Release • 18th November 2018

Shop Small to Make a Big Impact

When it comes to the economic vitality of downtown Scranton, there’s nothing small about the impact of independent businesses in the Electric City. To encourage shoppers to support the small businesses that make downtown Scranton unique, Mayor William L. Courtright officially proclaimed November 24 as Small Business Saturday in Scranton.

News Release • 18th November 2018

Mum's the Word in Scranton

Members of the community are invited to plant mums in the Downtown Scranton Business District on Sunday, September 16, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. No prior gardening experience is required, as volunteers will be paired with a master gardener and provided with all the supplies needed for a successful planting.