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     • Lackawanna County enjoyed nearly a century of growth and prosperity. In the 1880’s, the first electric street car system in the United States was built in Scranton, thus earning it the nickname “The Electric City”.
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   What is it like to live in Scranton Pennsylvania?

   • Scranton is a town in Pennsylvania with a population of 75,987. Scranton is in Lackawanna County. Living in Scranton offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Scranton there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Scranton and residents tend to lean conservative.

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   How did Pennsylvania get its name?

   • Pennsylvania, also known as the Keystone State, has a rich history that is closely tied to its name. Let’s explore the origins of Pennsylvania’s name and delve into some fascinating facts about this remarkable state. On March 4, 1681, King Charles signed the Charter of Pennsylvania, officially proclaiming it on April 2.

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   Who is William Scranton?

   • William Scranton, a direct descendant of the family the City is named after 1964-67 (Mr. Scranton also ran a campaign for President in 1964, and later became U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations under President Ford), Gov. Robert P. Casey from 1986-1993 and Senator Robert P. Casey, Jr. from 2006 to Present.

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   When was Scrantonia built?

   • The project was completed on December 27, 1848. In the same year, a U.S. Post Office was established in the town then called “Scrantonia” named after the Scranton family. Also, during this time period the first wave of immigrants from England, Wales, Ireland, and Germany was beginning to settle in the region.

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   May 26, 2024 · What is the nickname for people from Pennsylvania? Residents of Pennsylvania are often referred to as Pennsylvanians or Pennamites. This name reflects the influence of William Penn, whose inspiration and dedication shaped the state’s history.

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   5 days ago · Scranton is in Lackawanna County. Living in Scranton offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Scranton there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.

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5. www.wnep.com › article › newsRooftop bar hoping to offer a new view of Scranton | wnep.com

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   12 hours ago · Updated:6:51 AM EDT June 6, 2024. SCRANTON, Pa. — In downtown Scranton, three friends came together to open a pop-up rooftop bar. It is located on the top floor of the historic Oppenheim ...

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   4 days ago · Explore the key industries driving economic growth in Scranton, Pennsylvania, with 13 fascinating facts about the city's prominent economic development.

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   5 days ago · The park on the corner of Linden Street and Wyoming Avenue was officially dedicated as Christopher A. Doherty Park. Doherty served as the mayor of Scranton for twelve years, from 2002 to...

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   1 day ago · Lehigh County (Pennsylvania Dutch: Lechaa Kaundi) is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. As of the 2020 census, the county's population was 374,557. Its county seat is Allentown, the state's third-largest city after Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.