Scranton’s biggest party of the year is almost here – First Night Scranton 2009 on New Year’s Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 31, from 6 p.m. to midnight. This is the 10th anniversary year for Scranton’s First Night celebration and they’ve lined up more than 100 artists and performers at more than 20 venues around the downtown area. There will be music to suit any taste with a lineup that includes: original...

The Scranton Business Alliance, a project of Scranton Tomorrow, has released a guide to the Holidays in Downtown Scranton with a list of all the events and activities you won’t want to miss over the next two months. The list includes: Greater Scranton Jaycees 16th Annual Santa Parade Saturday, Nov. 22 at 9 a.m. Breakfast with Santa at the Hilton Scranton & Conference Center Saturday, Nov. 22, immediately following...