Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
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🏘️ Community
St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Catholic Church held a vigil Tuesday night to mark four years since a large scale invasion began, with community members showing ongoing support for Ukraine.
The church will host a Palm Sunday event at 2 p.m. in its hall with a Ukrainian soldier and a documentary screening.
🏛️ Government
State transportation officials held a webinar on Tuesday, Feb.
24, where residents questioned plans for a Scranton-to-New York City passenger train service (they inquired about schedules, fares and station locations) as feedback will guide future developments.
🏈 Sports
Teddy Richards (Wilkes-Barre native) flew home Monday after serving as one of two equipment managers for Team USA’s gold medal hockey team in Milan.
He began his career with the local Penguins and now leads the equipment staff for the Florida Panthers.
🎉 Scranton Events
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JCC Zootopia Purim Carnival
12-2 p.m. — Scranton JCC — Free entry — Celebrate Purim with carnival games, music, and a lively atmosphere for all ages.
Chicago: The Musical
2-4 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the razzle-dazzle of Chicago’s iconic story of fame and fortune in the Jazz Age.
Van Morrison Celebration: Tupelo Honey
3–5 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices not listed — Celebrate the timeless music of Van Morrison in a vibrant tribute performance.
Cash and King Tribute Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience the best of Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley in one unforgettable tribute concert.
Brian P. Kelly 2 Mile Footrace
11 a.m. — Scranton Downtown Federal Credit Union — $12 pre-registration, $15 race day — Celebrate the start of the race season with this historic 2-mile footrace on the parade route.
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