Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
Good morning, Scranton.
After Keystone Mission closed, Saint Anthony’s Haven in Scranton stepped in to provide extra shelter, food and warmth to homeless residents during Code Blue conditions—officials warned that as freezing temperatures persist, available space may soon run out.
Calvary Cemetery in Drums will join Wreaths Across America on December 13th to honor over 2,000 veterans buried there.
St. Jude Knights of Columbus Council 6440, led by Grand Knight Mark Shade, aims to place 500 wreaths—if possible 2,000—each costing $17 with an extra $5 added for another wreath.
NEPA Builders partnered with FOX56 and 84 Lumber to award a new roof to Jillian Campbell, a mother of three who needed a roof replacement after a summer storm and a cancer diagnosis in July.
Nominations for more families in need will be accepted around the start of football season next year.
A LendingTree study shows that speeding tickets for going 11-15 mph over the limit raise car insurance premiums by about 26.6% in Pennsylvania, ranking it the ninth highest among states.
The state points system adds three points for such tickets—sometimes causing a 15-day suspension in work zones.
Geisinger will start work next year to add a neonatal intensive care unit for newborns at its Scranton hospital—part of a planned $50 million expansion that will also add new postpartum beds, upgrade the nursery and expand emergency areas.
The city will propose zoning changes on Thursday to give the health system the flexibility it needs to grow.
NEPA FC, a new semi-professional soccer club, announced tryouts that will be held on November 17th and November 20th at the Dome Sports Complex—offering local athletes a chance to develop their skills.
The team will compete in the United Premier Soccer League and may form multiple squads if enough players join—paving the way for future local talent.
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.
Women Are Power Friendsgiving
11:30 AM – 3:00 PM — ANZ Hotel Scranton — $30 — Celebrate friendship and empowerment while supporting local children in need.
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.
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.
Yellow Brick Joel: Billy Joel and Elton John Tribute Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices not provided — Celebrate the music of two iconic piano legends with riveting performances.
Whiskey Myers Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Tickets start at $41 — Experience an electrifying night with Whiskey Myers at a stunning local venue.
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