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Scranton
Sunday, September 14th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, dozens of residents attended the fifth annual Paws in the Park event at Nay Aug Park in Lackawanna County where multiple animal rescues partnered to help find new homes for kittens—raffles, food stands, carnival games and face painting added to the day. WNEP
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Misericordia University’s Women with Children program celebrated 25 years of helping single moms earn college degrees by giving them a home, childcare, and academic support—nearly 50 moms have earned degrees in the only program of its kind in Pennsylvania. The program lets moms work and study while caring for their children and builds a path for a fresh start. WVIA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Blakely joined together to oppose a proposed data center after a petition gathered about 800 signatures and the borough declined an extra public meeting—following these protests, the developer withdrew its proposal and will not move forward with the project. WNEP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ More than 13,000 Pennsylvanians are set to be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year and lawmakers plan to remove cost-sharing for screenings to help save lives. The bills (House Bill 281 and Senate Bill 447) will require insurance to cover tests like digital rectal exams and PSA blood tests for early detection. PA Homepage
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lake Lehman girls soccer defeated Dallas 5+0 in a match on the Back Mountain as goalkeeper Kathryn Morgan made key saves while Purdy scored a goal after a close scrimmage. Dallas tried hard to score but could not break through Lehman's strong defense, leaving the team unbeaten. WNEP
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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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A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music and Dance Sensation
3:00 – 4:30 PM — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting return of Irish music and dance that has captivated audiences across the USA.
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