Work From Here!
Looking to get away from the big city? Looking for your family to spread out? Looking to work remotely…come Work From Here in Scranton! Read on to learn about Scranton, it’s amenities, living options and why you should Work From Here!
Location
Scranton’s convenient location makes it the perfect City to live and work from. Live in a City with the feel of a small community and still just a two hour drive to Philadelphia and New York City. Looking to take a family beach trip? The Jersey shore is a few hours away by car. Scranton’s location makes it the perfect place to raise a family.
Looking to travel further? The Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport makes traveling longer distances convenient. No matter where you’re searching for, Scranton has the means to get you there! Live in a City with the benefits of a small tight knit community while just a two hour drive to Philadelphia and New York City. The short drive to the Jersey Shore is perfect for family vacations!
Explore
There’s always adventure awaiting you with the many hiking trails, bike paths, and parks! Go for a morning jog on the Lackawanna Heritage Trail, enjoy a picnic at Sturgis Park, or adventure into the Davis Trail at Nay Aug Park. There are many opportunities within and around Scranton to enjoy nature.
Scranton offers entertainment throughout all seasons. You can visit Montage Mountain all year round enjoying winter sports or music and wine festivals in the warmer months! The Everhart Museum is a wonderful community resource and the perfect place to learn about natural history, science, and art all year round. The Albright Library is another amazing place with many opportunities to get involved with classes and learn new things.
Scranton is teeming with diverse cuisine for all occasions. Whether you are looking for a full course dinner or a quick bite to eat, Scranton has the place for you. The City is filled with coffee shops, diners, and fine-dining. See the Downtown Dining Guide here.
Cultural Events
There’s always a celebration in Scranton! Attend the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in March, the Scrantastic Spectacular in July, the Latin Festival in August, the La Festa Italiana in September, or the Times Tower Lighting in November! With events happening every month, you’ll always be looking forward to the next!
In the News
Bright Side 16: Believing in Scranton leads to new boom in downtown living WNEP
Scranton, Pa., may be the best-known small city in America, yet outsiders don’t really know much about the city. The Washington Post
Scranton ranks 21st among ‘most livable small cities’ The Times Tribune
Real Estate
Working Remotely? Scranton Is a Great Place to Buy, Report Says Dec 16, 2020
According to realtor.com®, Scranton is the third best place to work remotely during the pandemic in the U.S. By analyzing the 100 largest metros for access to high-speed internet (at least 250 Mbps), affordable home prices and a low cost of living. Read more…
- LOCAL SHARE ACCOUNT (LSA) 2021Announcement for Applications and Timeline Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti announces that Pennsylvania Gaming Local Share Account (LSA) grant applications will be accepted beginning August 4th, 2021 for economic development projects. The funding originates from the PA Race Horse Development and Gaming Act …
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- Working Remotely? Scranton Is a Great Place to Buy, Report SaysWorking Remotely? Scranton Is a Great Place to Buy, Report Says So many Americans are working from home for the foreseeable future, thanks to the pandemic. And some of them are using this new normal to relocate to a more affordable area. Where …