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Thursday, September 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, events include a Forty Fort Cemetery Run/Walk starting Saturday at 9 a.m. at 20 River St.—which raises funds for cemetery upkeep—and a Victorian Homes Tour in Jim Thorpe on Sunday from 12 to 5 p.m. The Felittese Italian Festival in Old Forge will run from Friday to Sunday with live music and Italian food. WVIA
- ➤ A steel beam from the Twin Towers’ South Tour now sits in Dickson City Municipal Building after a more than two-year process to acquire it with help from New York officials—today at 8:30 a.m. the Dickson City Fire Department will recite the names of fallen first responders, and a plaque on the beam explains its significance and honors local contributors. FOX 56
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lackawanna College in Scranton announced that it will open three new satellite centers — in Bethlehem, Chambersburg, and Greensburg — to offer skilled trade courses statewide. WVIA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Experts say the invasive spotted lanternfly is harming vineyards by feeding on grapevines and causing mold to block sunlight; Penn State has launched a statewide campaign—offering tools and advice—to help residents identify and remove these pests. FOX 56
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 9, the Pennsylvania Insurance Department announced that the NAIC Life Insurance Policy Locator helped recover and return $59 million in benefits from 3,000 policies to Pennsylvanians—state law requires insurers to use this service. WVIA
- ➤ Clifton Township’s hearing board listened to arguments on whether its zoning law excludes data centers — lawyers, residents and experts presented details, and the debate will continue at the next hearing on September 30 at 7 p.m. at the Gouldsboro Fire Department. WVIA
- ➤ A former Army reservist who was at ground zero during the 9/11 attacks now lives in Monroe County and spoke with Jon Meyer about the lasting impact of that day and a discovery he made in the rubble (in New York). WNEP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local colleges marked Suicide Prevention Awareness Day yesterday as part of Suicide Prevention Month by sharing mental health resources and hosting tabling events — Penn State Scranton introduced QPR training while Marywood University encouraged students to wear purple or teal to show support. The initiatives aimed to remind students that help is available. PA Homepage
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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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