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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Basalyga Hospitality is fixing up an old building on Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton to offer a modern lunch and ice cream spot early next year. The project will use original recipes and add about +30 jobs+ with plans for +outdoor seating+ on a vacant lot. WNEP
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Everhart Museum in Scranton will host The Office Exhibition starting September 3 to display props and costumes from the hit show, including Prison Mike’s bandana and Dundee awards (provided on a rotating schedule by NBC) until October 2027. Ticket proceeds will fund invitations for cast members and help support other ongoing museum programs. FOX 56
- ➤ Today, hundreds will gather at St. Ann’s Basilica to celebrate the second century of the Solemn Novena of St. Ann—preparations include six daily masses, special devotions, and preachers such as Father Cristian and Father Curtis guiding the community in hopes leading up to the July 26 feast. FOX 56
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Scranton Chamber of Commerce leaders say billions of dollars will be invested in PA data centers that aim to boost the local economy and create thousands of jobs. Blackstone plans a $25 billion investment and expects construction to start in 2028—while other firms, including a recent $20 billion move by Amazon, also back the projects. PA Homepage
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers in the Pennsylvania General Assembly are considering three bills to legalize recreational cannabis to help fix the state budget. The bipartisan proposals aim to create new jobs and boost revenue while keeping sales in a controlled market+ preventing access by minors. WNEP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials in Lackawanna County found West Nile virus in three mosquito samples collected on July 7 — the county's first detection this year — and urged residents to remove standing water and wear long clothing to reduce bites. No human cases have been reported. FOX 56
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In the Section 5 Minor Little League Tournament, Greater Pittston Township beat Carbino Club/Archbald 11-10 on Sunday when Anthony Cerasaro’s bases-loaded walk forced the winning run after his team rallied back from a seven-run deficit — the win gives Greater Pittston a day off Monday as they prepare for the elimination bracket final winner on Tuesday. The Abington Journal
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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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Jazz at the Pizza Joint
6-9 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Great food and live jazz — Enjoy smooth tunes with Bill on piano, Mike on saxophone, and Morrie Louden on bass.
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Electric City Love Con
10 AM – 5 PM — Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel Scranton — Check event page for costs — Celebrate romance literature with fellow enthusiasts in Scranton.
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