Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
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🏘️ Community
Betty's Bar and Grill in Scranton now serves a Philly cheesesteak made with tender steak, melted Cheese Whiz, and grilled onions on a soft bun.
The family-owned restaurant — run by Paul and Paula — honors Betty's cherished recipes in every dish.
💼 Business
Lost and Found Bookshop opened its doors Saturday on Biden Street in downtown Scranton, offering both new and secondhand books to local readers.
Nearby, Friendly Alien Books started last week on Wyoming Avenue, adding more choices for book enthusiasts.
🚨 Crime
A Dalton man (36) is charged after he allegedly fatally shot coworker Jeff Moeller at Lowe's on Viewmont Drive early Saturday; he reportedly called 911 to report the shooting, said he bought a handgun to shoot Moeller after months of harassment, and was detained at 12:36 a.m.
🏛️ Government
Hundreds gathered in Courthouse Square in Scranton on June 15th to protest what they see as threats to democracy and cuts to programs for vulnerable populations—demanding government action to check excessive presidential power.
Protestors held signs and chanted as they called for protection of social services and a return to foundational democratic values.
Protestors gathered at Courthouse Square in downtown Scranton on Sunday to oppose ICE raids and accused the agency of targeting both legal residents and undocumented immigrants—drawing comparisons to Nazi tactics.
They urged officials to reform the immigration process—saying that all residents deserve fair treatment.
🎉 Scranton Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Playmaker College Basketball Camp
July 14-18 — University of Scranton — Registration Required — Enhance your child's basketball skills and leadership in a focused environment.
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