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History, culture, and community in the Valley.

Wilkes-Barre exudes a resilient and friendly atmosphere. The downtown area is experiencing a renaissance, with new businesses and cultural attractions adding to its charm. You'll find a mix of historic architecture and modern development, creating a unique sense of place.

Downtown Wilkes Barre
COMMUNITY GUIDE · WILKES BARRE
Wilkes Barre, Luzerne County

City Snapshot

Population

44,328

County

Luzerne County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$60,836

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Geisinger South Wilkes-Barre Emergency Department

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital ER

This Week

The Music Man

2026-06-13 at 6:00 PM

Scranton/wilkes-barre Railriders Vs Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs

2026-06-13 at 10:35 PM

St. Mary's Annual Rib-Bar-B-Que

2026-06-14

St. Mary's Center

The Music Man

2026-06-14 at 5:00 PM

Scranton/wilkes-barre Railriders Vs Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs

2026-06-14 at 5:35 PM

Community Leaders

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Dave McCormick

U.S. Senator

Republican Party

J
John Fetterman

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Josh Shapiro
Josh Shapiro

Governor

Democratic Party