Community Information

Whether you're buying a home, selling your home or relocating to Lackawanna County, the following information, resources and tools will help to guide your decision. 

Northeastern Pennsylvania (NEPA) is a geographic region of Pennsylvania located only 2 hours away from major cities like Philadelphia and New York City and 1 hour away from upstate New York. 

SCHOOLS:

Lackawanna County is home to many top ranking and nationally recognized schools and universities.

• Visit greatschool.org for more information about public and private schools in the area, reviewed by parents, students, and administrators.


• Other links about PA schools.


• Information about area school districts and higher learning opportunities. 

MEDICAL FACILITIES:

• Lackawanna county hospitals.  

ACTIVITIES and ATTRACTIONS:

• Scranton Cultural Center


• Cultural Events, Other Entertainment, Athletic Events


• Montage Ski Resort


• Montage Mountain Waterpark


• Elk Mountain Ski Resort


• Mohegan Casino


• Mount Airy Casino and Resort


• Regal Movie Theatre/Imax Dickson City

SHOPPING:

• The Crossings Premium Outlets


• Shoppes At Montage


• Viewmont Mall


• The Mall at Steamtown

RESTAURANTS:

• Alter House Restaurant


• Bar 1019


• Hooked On State


• State Street Grill


• Ruth's Chris


• Original Coney Island of Scranton


• Amber Indian Restaurant


• Pizza by Pappas


• Tiffany's Tap & Grill


• Arcaro & Genell an Italian Restaurant


• Casa Bella Restaurant


• Formosa Asian Cuisine