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Monday, September 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The third annual La Festa Italiana Car Show took place on Washington Avenue in Scranton last Saturday during the Labor Day weekend festival in Lackawanna County — the free event featured imported, European and Italian sports cars along with Vespas, motorcycles and vintage rides, and awards were given for first, second and third place. WNEP
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On the third day of La Festa Italiana, a Mass in Italian was held Sunday morning at Saint Peter’s Cathedral in downtown Scranton and the Italian colony of Saint Lucy assisted with the service—later carrying a statue of Saint Lucy to Heritage Piazza on Spruce Street. PA Homepage
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Runners celebrated NEPA's third Wyoming Valley Run as they covered 10 miles from Pittston to Wilkes-Barre, finishing at Public Square. The event, presented by Allied Services partnering with AllOne Charities, supported five local charities and has donated $20,000 to nonprofits since 2023. FOX 56
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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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