Sale of Market Street Square complex finalized for $1.2M

WILKES-BARRE — About six acres of land in downtown Wilkes-Barre and a former train station are now in the hands of a local developer. By the end of the year, the old train station on Market Street and Wilkes-Barre Boulevard could look different. The vines crawling up the building may…

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New Jersey Central train station sold for $1.2M

WILKES-BARRE — The former New Jersey Central train station in Wilkes-Barre has a new owner. George Albert, on behalf of Wyoming-based Market Square Properties Development LLC, has purchased the station for $1.2 million. Andrew Reilly, executive director of the Luzerne County Redevelopment Authority, confirmed the sale Tuesday. The Times Leader…

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New Hilton management firm considers entrance off Lackawanna

The El Segundo, California-based Welcome Group Inc. has taken over management of the Hilton Scranton & Conference Center, pledging to work closely with community leaders and participate in the revitalization of Lackawanna Avenue. Linchris Hotel Group turned over the reins of the 175-room hotel at 100 Adams Ave. in downtown…

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