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FORTY FORT – The Forty Fort Business and Professional Association will meet at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Sal’s Restaurant, 1634 Wyoming Ave.
The association is selling plaques of the historic buildings in the borough. Anyone wishing to purchase one should contact Ron Jeffery.
Anyone wishing to attend the meeting should contact John Matusek at 287-1828 after 6 p.m.
HARRISBURG – State Police Commissioner Jeffrey B. Miller reminds residents that the Pennsylvania State Police does not participate in the soliciting of funds for department activities.
Miller said the department occasionally receives a call from citizens regarding telephone solicitations that are said to be made on behalf of state police.
Miller said citizens should review written information from a charity before making a donation. Information about charities registered in Pennsylvania is available by calling the Pennsylvania Department of State Bureau of Charitable Organizations at (800) 732-0999.
To file a complaint regarding a solicitation or charity, contact the Office of Attorney General Charitable Trusts and Organizations Section at (717) 783-2853.
SCRANTON – Joseph Pantoliano, star of “The Sopranos” and Emmy award-winning actor and film maker, will visit Marywood University’s campus on Oct. 7, to prescreen and discuss his latest film, “Canvas.”
“Canvas” stars Pantoliano, Marcia Gay Harden and Devon Gearhart. The film, which was written and directed by Joseph Greco, is based on the true story of one family’s struggle with mental illness.
The program is being presented by Marywood University as a part of National Mental Illness Awareness Week.
“Canvas” will be shown in the Multi Purpose Room, located in the Nazareth Student Center, at 6 p.m., followed by a question and answer presentation hosted by Pantoliano. Community agencies centered on mental wellness will also be represented with materials and information.
For information, call Marywood University’s Counseling/Student Development Center at 348-6245.