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Monday, September 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, WVIA host Sarah Scinto and host Haley O'Brien discussed 'Plant People', a new radio segment that highlights plants and local gardeners on WVIA Radio. The feature shares stories that connect community members—linking local efforts with the region's growing plant life. WVIA
- ➤ Circle Drive-In holds its Flea Fair & Farmers Market every Sunday through mid-November—local vendors offer harvest treasures, fresh produce, handmade crafts and food from the concession stand. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly events under the stars and vendors can get a daily permit on-site. FOX 56
- ➤ The community gathered at Kuzzin’s Café in Dunmore as players paid $10 to shoot pool and raise funds for CASA of Lackawanna County that supports children in foster care. Spectators watched free — and the fundraiser will help support CASA’s upcoming Halloween Gala on October 11. WNEP
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Lackawanna County residents gathered at Montage Mountain Pavilion to safely dispose of hazardous household waste — including adhesives, automotive fluids, lithium batteries, and pesticides. WNEP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 200 runners and walkers took part in Team Allied Services' 5K and All-Abilities Walk on Sunday at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Scranton, raising funds to support pediatric services for about 1,200 children. Organizers said the event will help build awareness and that Team Allied Services plans to run in the TCS New York City Marathon in November—promoting ongoing community health programs. PA Homepage
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lackawanna Trail High School played its homecoming football game after a safety scare when a student climbed a building and made disturbing remarks, causing the game to be postponed from Friday to Sunday. Extra security was put in place — ensuring the rivalry match and homecoming activities moved forward with caution. PA Homepage
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7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket price unknown — Relive the golden harmonies of The Del Satins, one of the iconic vocal groups of the 1960s.
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