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Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An 8-year-old pit bull/mix named Scooby is ready for adoption at the SPCA of Luzerne County in Bear Creek Township as rescue workers say he is well-suited for families seeking a calm, house-trained companion. He has been at the shelter for a year and is now improving his behavior. WNEP
- ➤ The Lackawanna County Transit System kicked off its 16th annual 'stuff the bus' drive this morning in Scranton — community members can drop off new, unwrapped toys at designated locations to be distributed through Toys for Tots so every child enjoys a Christmas surprise. PA Homepage
- ➤ A downtown Scranton church will open a bakery training program for formerly incarcerated people in January at Cypress House Bakery (located at St. Luke's Episcopal Church). Board member Ken Goody said the initiative will create a support network for vulnerable residents. WVIA
- ➤ Today at Electric City Tattoo, families can drop off a toy in memory of TJ during the Talarico Toy Drive from 2:30 to 5 p.m. — donors receive free photos with Santa and enter a raffle for a gift card. FOX 56
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Healthcare leaders met Friday morning at Geisinger’s offices for a roundtable hosted by Congressman Rob Bresnahan in Scranton. Dr. Oz and regional representatives discussed the upcoming Rural Health Transformation Fund and challenges facing rural hospitals, EMS, and clinics. FOX 56
- ➤ Beginning in January, Pennsylvania Medicaid will stop covering weight-loss drugs like Ozempic used solely for obesity while still covering them for diabetes and other conditions. Affected recipients are receiving letters (with appeal guidelines) from the state. WVIA
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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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