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Scranton, Pennsylvania is a city located in the northeastern part of the state. It has plenty to offer visitors and residents alike, from fine dining to cultural attractions. It's known for its colorful history, unique architecture, and vibrant culture. reviews of Scranton, PA are overwhelmingly positive with locals noting the friendly atmosphere and vibrant downtown area as some of its greatest assets. There are plenty of activities to keep you occupied such as shopping at the Steamtown Mall or taking in a show at the historic Scranton Cultural Center. Visitors often remark on how well-maintained the city is and many express admiration for its excellent public transportation system. Overall, reviews of Scranton, PA are very favorable and people often cite it as an ideal place to live or visit.
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Good place to retire. Low crime and cheap. - 9/28/2019
I retired and moved here in 2008 because it was a cheap place to live and my house cost only $70,000 in '08. I found through time that the city is low in crime, has a lot of good restaurants and shopping. Downtown is 95% restored and a great place to walk my dog. Nay Aug park is a city park and a nice green oasis that host occasional events. Another thing that I like about the city is the low traffic volume.
We are about two and a half hours from Manhattan and around the same to Philadelphia. The local airport is fifteen minutes from my house and never congested. I'd also like to state that my house taxes are only $1450 a year and no income taxes for government
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NORTH SCRANTON IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE IN NEPA!!! - 3/18/2015
LOVE LIVING IN NORTH SCRANTON PA....MY WIFE AND I HAVE LIVED HERE FOR 12 YEARS AND HAVE MET SO MANY NICE PEOPLE. BEING FROM NY DID NOT KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN WE MOVED HERE BUT ABSOLUTELY HAVE NO REGRETS. DON'T MISS THE COST OF LIVING IN NY & TRAFFIC. THE SHOPPING IS PLENTY AND FOOD IS GREAT. WEGMANS GROCERY IS THE BEST! ROMA PIZZA HIGHLY RECOMMEND NEW YORK STYLE! YOU CAN BUY A HOME BEAUTIFUL HOME HERE CHEAP. I HIGHLY PICK NORTH SCRANTON TO LIVE IN YOU ARE MOVING TO THE AREA
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SCRANTON LIVING IS AWESOME - 6/27/2014
I HAVE LIVED IN NORTH SCRANTON FOR 10YRS, I REALLY ENJOY LIFE HERE. THERE IS SO MUCH TO OFFER, SUPER LOW COST OF LIVING, HOUSING IS CHEAP TO BUY FOR A NICE HOME. WE HAVE THE FOUR SEASONS, SOMETHING TO DO ALL TIMES OF YEAR. WE HAVE GREAT SHOPPING AND ALSO GREAT HEALTHCARE. ALSO TO SAY SCRANTON IS RANKED IN THE TOP TEN BEST PLACE TO RAISE A FAMILY.
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Wonderful climate - 12/19/2013
The climate of Wilkes barre- Scranton area in the summer is very humid and hot with temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s most days. The fall is cooler with high temperatures in the 60s, 70s and the first frost isn't normally until early November . The winters are very similar to NYC and Philadelphia because of Atlantic winds and low elevation from the Wyoming Valley. Highs are normally in the 40s and lows in the mid 20s. On average there is about 25-30 inches of snow nothing compared to the cold harsh climate of western Pennsylvania city's like Erie and Pittsburgh.
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Wonderful climate - 12/19/2013
The climate of Wilkes barre- Scranton area in the summer is very humid and hot with temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s most days. The fall is cooler with high temperatures in the 60s, 70s and the first frost isn't normally until early November . The winters are very similar to NYC and Philadelphia because of Atlantic winds and low elevation from the Wyoming Valley. Highs are normally in the 40s and lows in the mid 20s. On average there is about 25-30 inches of snow nothing compared to the cold harsh climate of western Pennsylvania city's like Erie and Pittsburgh.
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Never,Never Never, Never,Move to Scranton pa. - 7/11/2013
Let'S START WITH THE KIDS, THEY HAVE ALL THE KIDS ON SOME TYPE OF MENTAL HEALTH MEDICATION.THE PARENTS ARE ON DRUGS OR ALCOHOL OR SHOULD I SAY THAT THE WHOLE TOWN IS ON DRUGS.THE PEOPLE OF SCRANTON DO NOT WHERE ANY KIND OF CLOTHING,THEY COME OUT SIDE IN PAJAMAS.IF YOU LIKE THE TV SHOW LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE FROM THE 1980S THEN SCRANTON IS JUST FOR YOU. SCRANTON DO NOT HAVE APARTMENTS FOR RENT THEY HAVE SHAQ'S FOR RENT.NOW LETS TALK ABOUT THE MOLES IF THAT'S WHAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO CALL THEM,FAKE POLO SHIRT WITH TWO MEN ON THEM YEAH OKAY,THEY DO NOT LIKE PEOPLE FROM OUT OF TOWN LIKE NEW JERSEY AND NEW YORK BUT THEY DO LIKE ARE MONEY.SO I MUST LET YOU KNOW THAT WHAT EVER YOU READ ON THIS PAGE THAT SCRANTON IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE,THEY ARE LYING TO YOU.I ALMOST FOR GOT WHEN YOU TRY TO MOVE,THEY WILL TRY TO STOP YOU SOME TYPE OF WAY YOU HAVE TO SNEAK OUT OF SCRANTON TO MOVE AND YOU BETTER NOT TELL YOUR CLOSEST FRIEND BECAUSE THEY WILL GET JEALOUS OF YOU,AND LET THE OFFICIAL KNOW WHAT
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Never,Never Never, Never,Move to Scranton pa. - 7/11/2013
Let'S START WITH THE KIDS, THEY HAVE ALL THE KIDS ON SOME TYPE OF MENTAL HEALTH MEDICATION.THE PARENTS ARE ON DRUGS OR ALCOHOL OR SHOULD I SAY THAT THE WHOLE TOWN IS ON DRUGS.THE PEOPLE OF SCRANTON DO NOT WHERE ANY KIND OF CLOTHING,THEY COME OUT SIDE IN PAJAMAS.IF YOU LIKE THE TV SHOW LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE FROM THE 1980S THEN SCRANTON IS JUST FOR YOU. SCRANTON DO NOT HAVE APARTMENTS FOR RENT THEY HAVE SHAQ'S FOR RENT.NOW LETS TALK ABOUT THE MOLES IF THAT'S WHAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO CALL THEM,FAKE POLO SHIRT WITH TWO MEN ON THEM YEAH OKAY,THEY DO NOT LIKE PEOPLE FROM OUT OF TOWN LIKE NEW JERSEY AND NEW YORK BUT THEY DO LIKE ARE MONEY.SO I MUST LET YOU KNOW THAT WHAT EVER YOU READ ON THIS PAGE THAT SCRANTON IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE,THEY ARE LYING TO YOU.I ALMOST FOR GOT WHEN YOU TRY TO MOVE,THEY WILL TRY TO STOP YOU SOME TYPE OF WAY YOU HAVE TO SNEAK OUT OF SCRANTON TO MOVE AND YOU BETTER NOT TELL YOUR CLOSEST FRIEND BECAUSE THEY WILL GET JEALOUS OF YOU,AND LET THE OFFICIAL KNOW WHAT
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No Jobs, Corrupt, Terrible Climate - 5/19/2013
Scranton, PA is definitely not an up and coming city. It is a dying city with no future and no hope. Here are several reasons not to move to this city: 1. Economy. Most jobs are minimum wage and unemployment is the highest in the state. There are no new jobs moving to the city; only section 8, welfare recipients from NYC/NJ. 2. Nepotism. This ties into the economy as well. To even earn a decent living, you must "know" someone here. 3. Politics. This also ties into nepotism. Corruption is RAMPANT and the city is literally broke. It is Chicago-style politics on steroids. 4. Climate. 6 months out of the year are subject to heavy snow and it rains A LOT year-round. The sky is more often cloudy/gray than sunny/blue. 5. The Locals. This area must have the most close-minded, ignorant, unhealthy, and uneducated populace of any city in America. Most people born here, die here. It is literally White Trash, USA. 6. Transportation/Roads. There is a severe lack of public transit, so having a car
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LIVING IN NORTH SCRANTON AND LOVE IT - 10/28/2012
HAVE LIVED IN NORTH SCRANTON FOR 8YRS AND LOVE IT,IT HAS GROWN SO MUCH,ALSO BECOME MORE DIVERSE OVER THE YEARS.
IT IS VERY CONVENIENT,CLOSE TO EVERYTHING,THE STEAMTOWN MALL & VIEWMONT MALL,DOLLAR STORES,WALMART,SAMS CLUB,AND ALSO ACCESS TO GREAT MEDICAL CENTER AT GEISINGER CMC.
NICE CLIMATE 9MONTHS OUT OF THE YEAR,IT HAS BECOME WARMER OVER THE YEARS. GOOD PLACE TO RAISE A FAMILY & LOW CRIME & COST OF LIVING IS ALSO
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Gray - 6/27/2011
If you enjoy sunshine, Scranton is not the place for you. The region suffers close to 200 days of gray, overcast skies per year and barely 50 days clear of clouds. It's very dreary, including the summer. Don't forget to pack an umbrella. It rains all through spring and summer.
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