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Monday, December 15th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Lace Village hosted a Holiday Market from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. where over 60 vendors sold handmade candles, clothing, local wines and pottery; property manager Michael Basalyga said the event was a hit and noted plans for a permanent market in early 2026. FOX 56
- ➤ The Harhut brothers light nearly 3,000 decorations on Marion Street nightly through the first week of January to create a free holiday display that draws hundreds of families to the Peckville Christmas House. The event brings lasting festive memories to visitors of all ages. PA Homepage
- ➤ Hundreds of volunteers are busy at the University of Scranton gym where 5,000 local kids will find presents under the tree on Dec. 25. The event—supported by Friends for the Poor and local businesses—brings the community together to brighten the holidays. FOX 56
- ➤ Valley Regional Fire Hall held a benefit in Drums on Sunday for local business owner Diane Eubanks as she battles breast cancer; a bake sale, raffles and photo ops drew neighbors and raised funds for her medical bills and everyday expenses (a sign of strong community support). WNEP
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Families gathered at the Jewish Community Center on Jefferson Street are celebrating Hanukkah with a superhero-themed festival today while a memorial table honors victims from the Bondi Beach attack (a sign of resilience amid tragedy). WNEP
- ➤ Families looking for a quieter holiday option enjoyed Direction LLC's Silent Santa event in Mayfield where children received one-on-one visits with CPR-certified Santas (designed to ease sensory challenges). The event offered a calm, inclusive alternative to the usual mall visits. FOX 56
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Dave Sunday warned residents today to verify breeders and avoid deceptive pet-sale offers online or in stores during this holiday season, citing risks of puppy mills and hidden financing charges. Consumers are urged to meet breeders and review health records—steps that can prevent unexpected costs and heartbreak. Go Lackawanna
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ NEPA Quad Racers set up a micro drone track at Pilot Mind Drone Academy in Pittston Township to host a monthly race for micro drones. Competitors from Texas, Virginia, and New England trained their skills under expert guidance (strengthening the local tech community). PA Homepage
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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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Shiver by the River #1
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Scranton Running Company — Cost varies — Participate in a fun run with options for a 5k, 10k, or a leisurely 2mi walk along the scenic river.
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