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Local Information Located in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Wilkes-Barre and surrounding Wyoming Valley are framed by the Pocono Mountains to the east, the Endless Mountains to the west and the Lehigh Valley to the south. The Susquehanna River flows through the center of the valley and defines the northwestern border of the city. Founded in 1770, Wilkes-Barre helped fuel the Industrial Revolution with its rich veins of coal running beneath the soil. In the late 1800s, the area was among the most affluent in the country. Today, the area draws visitors for its fun and recreational activities. Various outdoor opportunities are available, including white-water sports, hiking, rock climbing, cycling, fishing and golf. Area entertainment includes a slots casino and harness racing at the Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs, numerous shops and restaurants. Wilkes-Barre is also home to the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees minor league baseball team, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (hockey), and the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Pioneers (arena football). The arts are an important part of Wilkes-Barre, too: the Sordoni Art Gallery stages historical and contemporary exhibitions and lectures, and the Fine Arts Fiesta presents demonstrations and performances every year. View Area Map Click for Directions to the Hotel Area links of interest: Luzerne County Visitor's website Visit PA website Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport Wilkes-Barre Weather City of Wilkes-Barre Scranton/Wilkes-Barre
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