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Friday, December 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A homeless shelter in Lackawanna County, St. Anthony's Haven, reopened in time for severe cold weather after a temporary closure due to staffing shortages. PA Homepage
- ➤ Coffee Inclusive, a coffee shop in Luzerne County, promotes inclusivity and opportunity by expanding with a new bakery, employing people with diverse abilities, and running an education program for students with disabilities. FOX 56
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Scranton Police Department seeks public assistance to identify a person of interest in a burglary case on North Main Avenue. FOX 56
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Scranton School Board voted unanimously to reintroduce a full-day preschool program in January, aiming to support the district's most economically disadvantaged families. PA Homepage
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ President Joe Biden commuted the sentence of Michael Conahan, a key figure in the 'Kids for Cash' scandal, among nearly 1,500 other commutations. WNEP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Elected leaders are actively seeking solutions to prevent the closure of Community Health Systems' hospitals in NEPA after a failed sale attempt. WVIA
SHOP NEWS
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SCC Youth Theatre Program: Disney's Finding Nemo KIDS
The Scranton Cultural Center's Youth Theatre Program will present a performance of 'Disney's Finding Nemo KIDS', featuring new music by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez.
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Breakfast with Santa at Scranton Cultural Center
Enjoy a festive breakfast experience with Santa featuring delicious catering from Downtown Deli at the Scranton Cultural Center.
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New Year's Eve Comedy Celebration at Scranton Comedy Club
Celebrate New Year's Eve with a variety of performances including headliners Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson, along with music, dancing, and an open bar.
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