Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
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🏘️ Community
The Scranton Area Community Foundation awarded $5,000 to Camp Create so that children with special needs paid only $25 per week or could attend free with a full scholarship during last summer's camp.
The camp will hold its 25th season at the Church of the Epiphany (Session 1 Aug. 4 to 8, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and (Session 2 Aug. 11 to 15, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) this summer.
Kids and seniors met Monday for the first Pen Pal Day hosted by United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania — the event helped build new friendships after a year of planning.
Meanwhile, Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific plan to merge — rail historians in Altoona watched the deal with high hopes as regulators decide on its approval.
🎓 Education
Former U.S. Sen. Bob Casey joined the University of Scranton as a Leahy Distinguished Fellow in Public Service on Tuesday.
He will mentor students and advise campus programs — drawing on his 18 years in the Senate — to share his real-world view of ethical government.
WNEP and United Way are partnering on a back-to-school fundraiser — aimed at providing essential school supplies and support services — for students in northeastern and central Pennsylvania.
Donations will be accepted online until August 11 so local organizations can use the funds to meet critical needs.
🎉 Scranton Events
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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.
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.
Tech Table Assistance
5-7 p.m. — Albright Memorial Library Building Scranton Public Library — Free entry — Get one-on-one help with your tech issues from smartphones to laptops.
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