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Scranton
Sunday, October 5th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members gathered on Saturday at Spring Hills Farm in Dalton near Clarks Summit to support building a new barn for sheep and a solar-powered gathering space—enjoying refreshments, live music, an art exhibit and a silent auction. WNEP
- ➤ Scranton celebrated the 9th Green Ridge Fall Festival today with seasonal treasures, live music, and craft booths — vendors like The Patchwork Kitchen offered homemade treats to support local business. FOX 56
- ➤ Saint Joseph's Center held its annual fall sidewalk sale on South Blakely Street in Dunmore today — community donations provided items for shoppers and all proceeds support local individuals and families. WNEP
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire struck a home along Whitmore Avenue in Mayfield late Friday night—leaving seven people displaced as firefighters battled second-floor flames while two adults and five children safely evacuated and state police continue to investigate the cause with the Red Cross aiding those affected. WNEP
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Starbucks workers in Dickson City joined a national strike today for a new union contract—demanding fair pay, better staffing, and consistent hours. They rallied outside the store with chants and signs as part of a movement organized by Workers United. FOX 56
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arts for Life will offer free art and writing classes led by professional artists on Fridays from 10 a.m. to noon at United Neighborhood Centers Oppenheim Healthy Aging Campus in West Scranton. The program helps caregivers and care recipients find respite and build community—using art to boost well-being and strengthen relationships. WVIA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, a group of Revolutionary reenactors from the 24th Connecticut Militia Regiment is at Hillside Farms in NEPA to show old cooking, medicine, clothing and muskets in a live 18th-century display—teaching local visitors about the nation’s past while looking for new recruits. They have spent 40 years sharing history and inviting people to learn more about the sacrifices made during the Revolutionary War. FOX 56
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton is closed today because of the government shutdown—county officials said visitors were surprised when the website's open hours did not match the closed sign. WNEP
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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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Blast from the Past Concert
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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Family Friendly Halloween Bash!
7-9 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a spooky dance party with fun Halloween activities for all ages.
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The Neil Diamond Experience
2-3:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience the tribute to Neil Diamond with captivating performances by Robert Neary.
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Foreigner Tribute Concert by Urgent
7-8:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying tribute to the iconic rock band Foreigner.
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