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Scranton
Monday, October 27th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday night, Friedman JCC held its Memorial Gala to honor John Thalenfeld—a kind businessman and community leader who cared deeply for our area—by featuring live music and raffles for guests. The event paid tribute to his lasting legacy of service in the Wyoming Valley. PA Homepage
- ➤ Participants gathered at the Greater Scranton YMCA in Dunmore for the inaugural Jack and Jill Bingo with a Halloween twist on Sunday. The event featured 18 bingo games, food vendors, raffles, and a 50/50 drawing and supported the YMCA’s early learning scholarship program — uniting community members through fun activities. PA Homepage
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A local couple in Peckville is hosting a free, fourth-year Halloween house that features scare actors, animatronics and spooky walkthroughs to entertain kids and adults. The attraction on Keystone Avenue has grown each year—owners already plan to expand it further next season. PA Homepage
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Breath Benefit was held in Lackawanna County to support Aiden Mills— a senior at Valley View High School diagnosed with pectus excavatum that affects his heart and lungs. The event at Archibald Sportsmen's Club raised funds to help offset medical bills as he prepares for surgery on November 6th. WNEP
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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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Mixed Media Card Making Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Retro Cafe — Free for OAOA Members, $15 suggested donation — Discover the art of mixed media as you create your own unique cards in a cozy café setting.
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Women Are Power Friendsgiving
11:30 AM – 3:00 PM — ANZ Hotel Scranton — $30 — Celebrate friendship and empowerment while supporting local children in need.
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SIX Musical Performance
1-2:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy celebration of girl power with the hit musical SIX.
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Tower Lighting Event
2-6:30 p.m. — Times Tower — Free entry — Kick off the holiday season with live music, food vendors, and the magical lighting of the Scranton tower followed by fireworks.
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