Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of July.
Good morning, Scranton.
The Pennsylvania Little League Baseball State Championship Tournament is underway at Jenkins Township Field in NEPA, filling over 220 hotel rooms and boosting local restaurants and Township Little League funds.
A one-day rain delay extended team stays as families plan up to seven days in the area.
Scranton School District's Career Quest Summer Camp has 90 students exploring careers at Scranton High School — local representatives taught lessons on civil service, healthcare and food service.
The camp started Monday and is funded by the Lackawanna County Workforce Development Board.
Water service was restored on Tuesday after a major water main break on Monday, but a boil water advisory remains as testing continues (some customers report low pressure or discoloration).
Streets near the repair area remain closed until crews confirm it is safe to reopen.
Yesterday, a second water main break in downtown closed streets, businesses, and government buildings, forcing residents to boil water (as advised by officials) or seek clean alternatives until repairs begin.
Rocking For The Youth 2026
9 AM – 11 PM — ANZ Hotel Scranton — Proceeds benefit NEPA Youth Shelter — A vibrant all-day celebration featuring live music, a car show, and a reunion show for Philifonian.
Billy Idol Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Pavilion at Montage Mountain — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sounds of punk pioneer Billy Idol live in concert.
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