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Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 12th Annual Jewish Food Festival begins this Sunday at Nay Aug Park in Scranton. The event will last 4 days and feature traditional dishes such as knishes and stuffed grape leaves + new entertainment with tight rope walkers, pony rides and live challah bread braiding while funds support programs at the Jewish Discovery Center. WNEP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Luzerne County will sue Keystone Mission to reclaim ARPA funds after its Innovation Center in Wilkes-Barre—housing a shelter—announces it will close on July 10, leading to staff layoffs starting on July 19. Keystone Mission is working to relocate nearly 70 guests and will see its interim director step down on Aug. 1 once the transition is complete. WVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Scranton Wellness Fair was held today at the Lackawanna County Courthouse Square and offered walk-up health services including consultations, screenings, and vaccinations from local professionals. The event, organized by over 30 groups, also featured free food + music and resources for dental care, emergency housing, and addiction support. FOX 56
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Marywood University will join the Middle Atlantic Conference as its 18th full-time member starting in the 2026‑27 academic year. The Pacers will play in the MAC Freedom division in several sports — a move that will boost Division III competition in our region. FOX 56
- ➤ Today, Lackawanna College joined the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference by accepting its offer at a press conference in Scranton—starting its move from junior college to Division II over the next few years. The college will boost academic programs and enrollment while it awaits NCAA approval to fully compete at the new level. FOX 56
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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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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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Creed: The Summer of '99 Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — The Pavilion at Montage Mountain — Tickets from $69 — Experience the triumphant return of Creed with hit anthems and exciting support acts Daughtry and Mammoth WVH.
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DJ Greenie Live Set
9 PM-12 AM — Mutant Brewing — General Admission — Experience an electrifying live performance by Mike Greenfield of Lotus.
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Diamond Sports Card & Collectible Show
10 AM – 5 PM — PNC Field — Admission details not listed — Experience the thrill of card collecting with top vendors and a lively stadium atmosphere.
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