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Sunday, December 28th, 2025
Good morning, Scranton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, the Black Scranton Project hosted a Kwanzaa open-mic jam (featuring local bands) along North Main Avenue where performers shared their skills and visitors explored Kwanzaa history displays; proceeds supported the project. WNEP
- ➤ John 'Stanky' Stankovic, a Nanticoke-born polka legend, died on Dec. 25 at age 89. His band, Stanky and the Coal Miners, brought traditional polka music to events and TV broadcasts while he served as a volunteer firefighter (a local favorite) and inspired his community's love for music. WVIA
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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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Pennsylvania Bingo Celebration
6 p.m. — Lackawanna County Children's Library — Free entry — Celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the USA with a fun Pennsylvania themed BINGO game and local snacks.
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