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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 Lackawanna County Heritage Fair began Thursday at 4 p.m. offering unlimited rides, live entertainment, Montage Mountain Waterpark access and a variety of food and craft vendors—admission was $15 per person with free entry for children under 32 inches. Fireworks will light up Friday night and free parking was available for all visitors. WNEP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Izzy's Pizza—built on a teenager’s dream—has struggled to draw customers since its February opening due to parking and visibility issues from a $15 million wastewater construction project at Green Ridge Street and Nay Aug Avenue. Co-owner Holly Warren said they laid off all staff and the pizzeria may close by the end of June if the disruption continues. FOX 56
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The fifth annual Lackawanna County Heritage Fair kicked off Thursday afternoon at Montage Mountain in Scranton where thousands gathered to enjoy rides, international food and live music showcasing local heritage— the four-day event will continue through the weekend. PA Homepage
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Paul Miller's Law is now in effect in Pennsylvania, banning hand-held devices while driving even at stops—law enforcement began issuing written warnings on June 5 and will issue summary citations from June 2026. FOX 56
- ➤ The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport received $6.2 million from the state to expand its terminal building and update the TSA screening area—officials say the work will begin soon to help meet the growing number of passengers. PA Homepage
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Arts on Fire Festival
11 AM – 5 PM — Scranton Iron Furnaces — Free entry — Celebrate local art and heritage with live music, interactive demonstrations, and the signature iron pour.
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NEPA Yoga Festival
5 PM – 5 PM — Montage Mountain Resorts — Entry cost varies — Celebrate a decade of yoga, wellness, and community with a weekend retreat.
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Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Riverfront Sports — $97 fee for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills and experienced coaching at this youth camp.
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Tom Graham Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — McGrath's Pub & Eatery — Free entry — Enjoy a night of original music from a talented Scranton-based singer-songwriter.
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Scranton Summer Sizzle Craft & Vendor Market
10 AM - 9 PM & 11 AM - 6 PM — Viewmont Mall — Free entry — Celebrate summer with unique vendors and exciting finds for back-to-school prep.
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Mainline 5k Race 2025
7 a.m. — Montage Mountain Resorts — $35-45 — Tackle the slopes in this thrilling 5k race with prizes and free waterpark admission.
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