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Wilkes-Barre lights up the holidays with annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting

The city of Wilkes-Barre shined with holiday spirit as its annual Christmas Parade filled the streets with festive cheer.From ...
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Wilkes-Barre’s proposed 2026 budget, including sewer fee hike, approved on first reading

Barre’s proposed budget for 2026, which includes a doubling of the residential sewer fee to $100, was approved on first reading Thursday at city council’s regular voting session.
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City of Wilkes-Barre holds Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration

Jul. 5—WILKES-BARRE — The United States' 249th birthday was observed under the sun at Kirby Park on Friday with the city's Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration. Food and craft vendors, amusement ...
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Wilkes-Barre City Council, residents clash over planned hotel project on Public Square

City resident Jamie Smith addresses council regarding his proposal for a community garden on W. Ross St., which he wants to purchase from the South Valley Land Bank. WILKES-BARRE — Several residents ...
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Crews evaluate, test floodgates in Wilkes-Barre

The City of Wilkes-Barre is staying on top of emergency preparedness. On Wednesday, floodgates were evaluated and tested to make sure they’re ready for any possible flooding this year. Members from ...
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County and city employees face off in a softball game for charity

WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Luzerne County employees up to bat against the city of Wilkes-Barre employees in the second annual "Babe Ruth Sultan of Swat Home Run Derby." It's the first year the city is taking ...