Wilkes-Barre City Government

06/11/2026

Wilkes-Barre City has announced the following restrictions and interruptions to Kirby and Nesbitt Parks in preparation for the America250PA Commonwealth Concert Series on June 20th in Kirby Park.

Beginning on Tuesday, June 16th, visitors to Kirby Park should expect interruptions in the parking lot and restricted areas in Kirby Park. The park will remain open; however visitors are asked to please use caution as there will be heavy equipment in use in preparation for the concert.

The Nesbitt Park Boat Launch will be closed from Friday, June 19th at 8 PM to Sunday, June 21st at 8 AM.

For more information about the America250PA Commonwealth Concert Series, please visit concerts.america250pa.org

Join us as we celebrate Pennsylvania’s leading role in the commemoration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States in 2026.

06/11/2026

Wilkes-Barre Mayor George C. Brown announced that there will be street cleaning in Wilkes-Barre City from Tuesday, June 16 to Friday, June 19. The schedule is tentative and weather permitting.

Schedule is available to view on the city's website: https://www.wilkes-barre.city/m/NewsFlash/home/detail/34

“No Parking” signs, with the street sweeping day indicated, will be posted during street cleaning in each neighborhood. Vehicles will be ticketed if not moved. Residents are asked to please stay alert to posted signs on streets where they park their vehicle. The tentative schedule is below. Additional neighborhood sweeping schedules will be announced as they are scheduled.

Wilkes-Barre Mayor George C. Brown announced that there will be street cleaning in Wilkes-Barre City from Tuesday, June 16 to Friday, June 19. The schedule is tentative and weather permitting.“N

06/11/2026

In observance of Flag Day, observed on Monday, June 15, 2026, Wilkes-Barre City Hall will be closed and there will be no DPW services or garbage, yard waste, or recycling collection for residents in Downtown and South Wilkes-Barre 1 neighborhoods.

Monday, June 15th garbage collection and cans, bottles, and plastics recycling collection for Downtown and South Wilkes-Barre 1 neighborhoods is rescheduled for Tuesday, June 16th.

Monday, June 15th yard waste collection for Downtown and South Wilkes-Barre 1 neighborhoods is postponed to Monday, June 22nd.

All other collections remain unchanged.

06/10/2026

It's National Infant Immunization Week Talk to your baby's doctor about all your vaccine questions and make informed choices for your child's health. We know that first year comes with so many decisions, from what to feed your baby, sleep schedules, milestones; it can be overwhelming, but vaccinations are one of the most important tools for your baby's growth and future. Online information especially on social media can be difficult to navigate, so don't leave your child's protection up to something you heard on the internet or from other parents. You have the power to protect your little one.

06/10/2026

¡Este viernes! ¡El evento deportivo más grande del mundo llega a la Plaza Pública (Public Square)!

Acompáñanos en World Cup on the Square mientras nos reunimos en Public Square para ver en pantalla gigante el partido entre Estados Unidos y Paraguay. Antes del inicio del encuentro, visita los restaurantes participantes del centro de la ciudad, que ofrecerán comidas, bebidas y promociones inspiradas en los países que compiten en la Copa Mundial. https://downtownwilkesbarre.org/explore/dining

Trae tus sillas de jardín, mantas, familiares y amigos para disfrutar de una noche de fútbol, comunidad y diversión para todas las edades.

⚽ Estados Unidos vs. Paraguay
📍 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre
🎉 Actividades para toda la familia
🎟️ Entrada gratuita

¡Llega temprano, apoya a los negocios locales y vive toda la emoción de la Copa Mundial aquí mismo en el centro de Wilkes-Barre!

¡Comparte en los comentarios la bandera del país que crees que ganará la Copa Mundial este año!

06/08/2026

The Commonwealth Concert Series stops at Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
FREE concert tickets to see Lady A with special guest En Vogue are still available. Secure yours before they’re gone by visiting: https://www.america250pa.org//Concert_Series

06/05/2026

Wilkes-Barre Mayor George C. Brown announced that there will be street cleaning in Wilkes-Barre City from Tuesday, June 9 to Thursday, June 11. The schedule is tentative and weather permitting.

Schedule: https://www.wilkes-barre.city/m/NewsFlash/home/detail/32

“No Parking” signs, with the street sweeping day indicated, will be posted during street cleaning in each neighborhood. Vehicles will be ticketed if not moved. Residents are asked to please stay alert to posted signs on streets where they park their vehicle. The tentative schedule is below. Additional neighborhood sweeping schedules will be announced as they are scheduled.

Wilkes-Barre Mayor George C. Brown announced that there will be street cleaning in Wilkes-Barre City from Tuesday, June 9 to Thursday, June 11. The schedule is tentative and weather permitting.“

06/05/2026

NEPA Gives continues today until 7 PM.

NEPA Gives is our region’s 24-hour online day of giving, bringing Northeastern Pennsylvania together to support the important work happening in our communities.

On June 4–5, donors can support the Wilkes-Barre City Cemetery Beautification Fund and the Wilkes-Barre City Special Needs Playground Fund, charitable funds through The Luzerne Foundation. Participating in NEPA Gives helps amplify the impact of the community initiatives donors care about most.

To donate, please visit:
Wilkes-Barre City Cemetery Beautification Fund https://www.nepagives.org/story/632bkf
Wilkes-Barre City Special Needs Playground https://www.nepagives.org/story/o4vqef

06/03/2026

The Preview Farmers Market Day scheduled for Thursday, June 4th, as noted in the City Calendar, has been cancelled due to lack of farm vendors. Information for next week’s preview Farmers Market will be provided next week. The official opening of the 2026 Wilkes-Barre City Farmers Market is still scheduled for Thursday, June 18th.

06/03/2026

Last week Wilkes-Barre City Mayor George C. Brown and representatives from the Wilkes-Barre Police and Fire Departments visited Wilkes-Barre Area High School for assemblies with 9th through 12th grade students.

Mayor Brown spoke to the students about his responsibilities as Mayor and the importance of first responders. Police Chief Mike Boyle and Fire Chief Jay Delaney took questions from students about their responsibilities and career highlights before introducing members of their respective departments.

Sergeant Steve Lada and Officer James Verdekal showcased the e-bikes used for the WBPD’s bike patrol unit and spoke about their careers in law enforcement. As in all school visits during this past school year, the high school students were most enthusiastic about Police Officer Rich Olshefski and his K9 partner Tenshi teamwork demonstration.

WBFD Captain Robert Stehle and Firefighter Candice Hartman presented how quickly firefighters get into their turnout gear, as physically demonstrated by Firefighter Michael Meeker, and components of the fire turnout gear and attached equipment. Mayor Brown and representatives from both police and fire departments took questions from the students at the end of the presentation.

Pictured are Mayor Brown and Wilkes-Barre City Police Department and Wilkes-Barre City Fire Department representatives on the WBAHS Auditorium stage.