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Friday, August 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Four ambassadors are training this week for Scranton Tomorrow's Downtown Ambassador Program—designed to help keep downtown clean and vibrant. They will provide on-street cleaning, maintenance and hospitality Monday through Friday and will begin work on Tuesday. WNEP
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Less than 24 hours before La Festa Italiana starts, vendors in downtown Scranton are busy preparing for the free festival’s 49th year of Italian food and live entertainment. Tyler Connor from Da Vinci Pizza is getting supplies ready—such as cases of pepperoni, pounds of cheese, and pizza ovens—to serve an expected 120,000 guests. PA Homepage
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Labor Day weekend gas prices in Lackawanna County will be a five-year low — GasBuddy shows they dipped a cent lower than in 2021 — providing welcome relief for holiday drivers. INRIX warns that heavy traffic is expected on Saturday afternoon and early evening. WNEP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lackawanna County will hold a special meeting today at 9 a.m. at the County Government Center to vote on placing Commissioner Matt McGloin's unexpired term on the November ballot— a plan prompted by his resignation six months ago amid court cases and internal party disputes. The board will also decide on whether to hold a special election for a clerk vacancy. WVIA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Amy Pua, an Army veteran turned nurse, donated her kidney to her father after nearly a year of tests proved she was a match—coworkers at the Gino Merli Veterans Center in Scranton praised her courage. WNEP
- ➤ After a Wednesday shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic church that killed two children, mental health experts advised parents to speak simply with their kids about gun violence while keeping details to a minimum. Brooke Bifano from the Scranton Counseling Center and other professionals stressed using age-appropriate language—helping children understand that home remains safe and that parents should also care for themselves. WVIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Dunmore Bucks are wearing guardian caps full time this season after two weeks without concussion injuries led coach Kevin McHale to decide on the change. Junior players Brayden Shigo and Ethyn Durst said the extra weight makes a big difference on the field + helps keep them safe. WNEP
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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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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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Oktoberfest Celebration
12-9 p.m. — Susquehanna Brewing Co. — $10 admission including your first drink — Enjoy craft brews, food, live music, and festive competitions at this lively Oktoberfest.
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Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace Co-Headlining Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — The Pavilion at Montage Mountain — Ticket prices vary — Rock giants Breaking Benjamin and Three Days Grace team up for a night of explosive performances and new hits.
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The Duprees Live Concert
3:00-4:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Tickets available — Experience the magic of timeless music with the legendary Duprees.
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Tech Table Assistance
5-7 p.m. — Albright Memorial Library Building Scranton Public Library — Free entry — Get one-on-one help with your tech problems at the library's Tech Table.
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Tech Table Assistance
5-7 p.m. — Albright Memorial Library Building Scranton Public Library — Free service — Get personalized help for your tech troubles with smartphones, tablets, or laptops.
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