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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…
Scranton council set for final votes on Mayor’s parking deal
JIM LOCKWOOD, STAFF WRITER Scranton Times/ Published: June 30, 2016 Scranton council will cast final votes tonight on Mayor Bill Courtright’s plan to get the city out of the parking business and restore creditworthiness as a path to recovery. The monetization plan, one of the city’s biggest and most complicated…
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…