š± What Archbaldās ādeemed approvedā data center fight could mean next
Archbald, Pennsylvania Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Archbald! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- What Archbaldās ādeemed approvedā data center fight could mean next
- How could Project Boson transform Archbaldās Eynon Jermyn Road corridor?
- How a bruised catcher helped fuel a 59-inning shutout streak
Also on today's calendar: Full Moon in Capricorn Ceremony ā The Salted Pixie.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Friday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 87 and low of 59 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 85, low: 59.
- Sunday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 86 and low of 54 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Still no hearing set on proposed Newton Twp. data center (thetimes-tribune.com) ā A Newton Township data center appeal is stalled, raising questions about whether the project could eventually be deemed approved under state law. For Archbald residents, the case echoes Archbald I LLCās claim that its 18ābuilding Project Scott data center campus in Archbald already gained automatic borough approval, a move now tied up in multiple lawsuits that could shape future development and zoning enforcement. 
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ā¢ Dickson City hearing reveals more info on three Bell Mountain power plants (thetimes-tribune.com) ā Developers tied to Archbald-based Kriger Construction detailed plans for three natural gas power plants on Bell Mountain in Dickson City, drawing sharp questions from nearby residents. The same companies are also pursuing a massive Project Boson data center and 400āmegawatt power plant on Eynon Jermyn Road in Archbald, a proposal that could significantly reshape land use and energy infrastructure near the borough. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ PIAA CLASS 4A SOFTBALL: Hallett's toughness behind plate sparks Valley View (thetimes-tribune.com) ā Valley View catcher Maggie Hallett, who recently caught a state-playoff game in Archbald, is powering the Cougarsā bid for back-to-back PIAA Class 4A softball titles with her toughness and leadership behind the plate. Working with ace pitcher Abbi Call, Hallett has helped fuel a remarkable 59-inning scoreless streak heading into Fridayās state championship at Penn State. Ā Ā Ā
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Crowns of the Midsummer Sun ā The Salted Pixie ā
The Salted Pixie, 1 Highland Blvd S #101, Archbald
3:00 pm
Sunday June 21
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Full Moon in Capricorn Ceremony ā The Salted Pixie ā
The Salted Pixie, 1 Highland Blvd S #101, Archbald
7:00 pm
Wednesday July 1
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North American Warhorse ā
North American Warhorse, 1000 Dunham Dr, Dunmore
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Wheel Throwing Pottery Date @Armettaās Restaurant & Pizzeriap ā
Armetta's Restaurant & Pizza, 329 Northern Blvd, Chinchilla
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Winnie the Pooh - Saturday 2pm ā
Imagine NEPA - Performing Arts Center, 113 Church St, Dalton
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Wagner Road Band: Waymart Volunteer Firemans Picnic 2026 ā
Kennedy's Grove Waymart, 2-98 Sunset Dr, Waymart
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STEM Camp 3rd & 4th Grades
Dunmore El Ctr Scranton, PA 18512
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āLet Your Hair Down, Rapunzelā ā
Marywood University, 2300 Adams Ave, Dunmore
10:00 am -
STEM Camp 5th & 6th Grades
Dunmore El Ctr Scranton, PA 18512
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Work Session
Mid Valley Secondary Center Scranton, PA 18512
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Regular School Board Meeting
Mid Valley Secondary Center Scranton, PA 18512
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Yoga for Healing with The Greenhouse Project ā
Throop Community Civic Center, 500 Sanderson St, Throop
1:00 pm
Saturday June 13
Monday June 15
Wednesday June 17
Thursday June 18
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Trispoke Managed Services Pvt Ltd posted a job opening for Material handler (Packer) in Archbald. Apply here.
- Kane Logistics posted a job opening for Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift in Scranton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Archbald here.
š Nearby News
Jermyn
- Community Calendar 6/11/26 (thetimes-tribune.com)
- School Briefs 6/11/26 (thetimes-tribune.com)
Jessup
- Community Briefs 6/11/26 (thetimes-tribune.com)
Carbondale
- Class of 2026 graduates from Pocono Mountain East High School (tricountyindependent.com)
- Lackawanna County Court Notes, June 11, 2026 (thetimes-tribune.com)
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