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Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Scranton church served a free Thanksgiving dinner to more than 400 local residents who received warm meals and support—organizers also held a clothing drive to help those in need. The church will continue to offer support with weekly supper church meals and a free takeout dinner on Christmas Eve. FOX 56
- ➤ Nay Aug Park is hosting its drive-through Holiday Light Spectacular where families enjoy dazzling light displays with free admission. The show runs nightly from dusk until 10 p.m. through January 7—donations help support the event. FOX 56
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Members of the Ballet Theatre of Scranton will offer free weekend Nutcracker performances at Theatre at North to celebrate the group’s 50th anniversary—a tradition begun by founder Constance Reynolds that has honored local support for over five decades. WVIA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WVIA News' Roger DuPuis and FOX 56's Bob Ide reported that the Southern Columbia Area Tigers are headed to the semi-finals in high school football—Penn State remains in search of a new head coach while Luzerne County Community College readies its basketball action. WVIA
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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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The Book of Mormon
2-3:30 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — Ticket prices vary — Experience the wit and humor of this Tony Award-winning musical about two missionaries in Uganda.
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