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Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers at Allied Services sew memory bears from clothing of loved ones who died in hospice for grieving families in Northeast Pennsylvania. The program, started over six years ago by social worker Joyce Wizda, sees volunteers making about 150 bears a year (families may wait up to two months for delivery). WVIA
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owner Ray Fedor announced that Andy Perugino's Restaurant will close permanently for health reasons. The local eatery was known for its family meals and warm service in Wyoming Valley and served the community for years. FOX 56
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scranton School District was impacted by a state budget impasse that left funding 119 days overdue, and officials said key programs like tutoring and teacher development were cut. Leaders plan to borrow money to cover costs until a tax revenue anticipation note secures operations beyond December 31—this ongoing lapse continues to strain district finances. PA Homepage
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tenor Health and Commonwealth Health System signed a purchase agreement on October 27—covering Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Regional Hospital of Scranton and Moses Taylor Hospital—to keep these facilities serving the community in northeast Pennsylvania. WVIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lily Lengyel led Scranton Prep to a 3—2 win over Lower Moreland in the Class 2A final of the PIAA Girls Tennis Championships at Hershey Racquet Club Saturday night. The Classics claimed their second state title in three years as the team finished an undefeated season at 21—0. The Abington Journal
- ➤ Interim coach Terry Smith said his team is recharged from a productive bye week and is preparing to face top-ranked Ohio State in Columbus on November 1 at 12 p.m.—he stressed that the Nittany Lions will focus on teamwork and running the football to limit explosive plays. He noted the challenge of neutralizing key Ohio State receivers as he celebrated the team's renewed energy ahead of the big game. PA Homepage
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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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