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Scranton
Sunday, November 16th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, dozens of local donors gathered at NEPA Youth Shelter's new teen center on Providence Road in Scranton to support the fundraiser before winter. The center, which opened a month ago—providing a pantry, clothing closet, and recording booth—now serves about 50 to 60 teens every weekday after school. PA Homepage
- ➤ Paramedic Emmett Thomas, from Greater Pittston Regional Ambulance, is fighting cancer after a tumor affecting his lung and encircling his aorta was discovered — the community gathered at Jenkins Township Fire Department for a benefit with live music, food, and raffles to honor his service. Organizer Frank Cawley said the event was organized to support Thomas and his family during his treatment. FOX 56
- ➤ On Saturday, Saint John's Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Mayfield hosted its 33rd Christmas Bazaar — guests tried homemade desserts, pierogies, halupki, clam chowder, raffle baskets, and holiday shopping — and visitors traveled from nearby areas up to three hours away. WNEP
- ➤ A local roller derby team raced around the track on Saturday night in Moosic for a good cause—collecting non-perishable food for the Greater Pittston Food Pantry after local SNAP cuts impacted families. The team plans more fundraising bouts to support local charities in the future. PA Homepage
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Abington Heights boys soccer clinched the state championship on Saturday morning with a 2-0 win at Northeastern York High School + they kept a clean sheet for nearly 10 hours of play. Goalie Billy Johnson made seven key saves + the win marked the first state title for a Lackawanna County school. The Abington Journal
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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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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.
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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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The Nutcracker Performance
2-4 p.m. — The Theater at North — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting story of Clara and her magical journey in this beloved holiday ballet.
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