Lackawanna County
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- Population
- 216,146
- Area
- 458.89 sq mi (1,188.51 km²), 6.14 sq mi water
- Median age
- 41.9
- Households
- 88,263
- Persons per household
- 2.4
- Median household income
- $66,223
- Median house value
- $201,800
Demographics: 2020–2024 ACS
Cities & Towns in Lackawanna County
Local News
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Published September 30'The 101 Plays Itself': This computer program treats the interstate into music
A Southern California man has created a system which translates cars passing on Interstates in California into soothing music.
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Published September 30Greetings from Syria, where time seems to melt as a glassmaker braves scorching temps
As a Syrian glassmaker created his wares in Damascus, watching his craft reminded this reporter to slow down and enjoy the moment.
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Published 22 hours agoBreweries adapt as tastes in beer change
The craft beer market is saturated and tastes are changing. Brewers are coming with innovative ways to attract customers.
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Published 60 minutes agoPro-Trump Influencer Benny Johnson is being sued for defamation by ICE protesters
The lawsuit says the prominent conservative podcaster falsely claimed the protesters were assaulting ICE officers during demonstrations at an ICE facility in Illinois last year.
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Published 87 minutes agoOctober 1 ushered in a new era in U.S. foreign aid. What's the plan? Will it work?
The America First strategy asks for a Memorandum of Understanding as a condition for healthcare and development aid. It's been praised for promoting self-reliance but criticized for its conditions.