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Sunday, August 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 3rd of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, more than 80 musicians performed at 20 downtown spots during the 20th annual Scranton Jazz Festival. Today, the event begins with jazz brunches and will end the night with a big band performance at the Scranton Cultural Center—confirming the community’s passion for jazz. PA Homepage
- ➤ On Saturday the 3rd annual NEPA Latino Festival at Nay Aug Park showcased music, food, and vendors despite lower attendance caused by current political turmoil in the immigration debate — organizers said the event aimed to preserve and share Latino traditions. FOX 56
- ➤ The Electric City Love Con brought nearly 200 romance authors to Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel in Scranton on Saturday + fans collected autographs and joined book signings. USA Today best-selling author Dakota Willink said she felt inspired by the strong presence of women in the industry + VIP dinner opportunities were offered to select guests. WNEP
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, the Geisinger School of Medicine welcomed its largest class yet as 129 Abigail Geisinger Scholars received their white coats during a ceremony at Marywood University in Lackawanna County. The students took an oath marking a key moment in their journey to begin a career in medicine—a milestone they had long anticipated. WNEP
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Railfest 2025
All day — Steamtown National Historic Site — Admission details TBA — Celebrate the centennial of a steam locomotive with train rides, displays, and interactive programs for all ages.
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Anberlin Live Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Ritz Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energizing performance of Anberlin at the Ritz Theater in Scranton.
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