Community Facility and Historic Building Upgrades
Summary
The 1916 theater's roof is past its service life, and a prior $150,000 grant proved too small once bids came in high. The new request of $234,848, combined with the earlier grant, would let the community theater complete the whole roof at once.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 8
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
No local tax impact — grant-funded; the theater also put its own capital funds into structural ceiling repairs.
Theater audiences across Northeast PA, plus 50–60 kids a year in the youth theater workshop.
Mentions & discussions (9)
Parsons Park veterans memorial unveiled on Veterans Day, more improvements planned
WILKES-BARRE — Residents in Wilkes-Barre have a new spot to rest and reflect on the sacrifices of America’s military service members thanks to a new veterans monument site in Parsons Park.
Veterans memorial unveiled at Parsons Park in Wilkes-Barre
Parsons Park in Wilkes-Barre has been transformed into a military memorial, offering veterans and the community a new place for reflection.
Improvements complete at Charles Street Park in Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes-Barre Mayor George C. Brown announced Monday improvements made to Charles Street Park.
City Announces Completed Improvements to Charles Street Park
Wilkes-Barre City Mayor George C. Brown is proud to share recent improvements to Charles Street Park.
City to Host Dedication of Veterans Memorial at Parsons Park
Mayor George C. Brown is proud to announce the upcoming dedication of the Veterans Memorial at Parsons Park. The dedication will take place on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 11 AM.
City Council - Nov 5, 2026
The 1916 theater's roof is past its service life, and a prior $150,000 grant proved too small once bids came in high. The new request of $234,848, combined with the earlier grant, would let the community theater complete the whole roof at once.
Local police department deals with mold issues
DICKSON CITY, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A police department in Lackawanna County is dealing with a recurring mold problem that, according to the department, has persisted for years. They say it has impacted some officers' health and created cha...
City Council (Work) - Oct 20, 2026
The council discussed funding and renovation plans for historic community buildings and local service facilities to improve accessibility and modernize spaces for residents.
Greek-American Businessman Condemns Demolition of Historic Orthodox Church, Offered $200,000 to Save It
Greek-American Businessman Condemns Demolition of Historic Orthodox Church, Offered $200,000 to Save It Greek City Times
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