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Plains Proud
Upon arrival in Plains, individuals might hear the expression, “Plains Proud” and begin to resonate with that testament. Plains residents care not only for each other but also about the appearance of the area, maintaining streetscapes and ensuring building facades and storefronts are visually appealing. “This is a neighborhood and community. People here don’t want to look out and just see industrial buildings,” says Hannah Burgess, founder of local honey farm, The Beekeeper’s Daughter. The well-kept appearance of the area can also be seen on the tree-hemmed Susquehanna Riverbanks. Small businesses dot the Plains map, including restaurants, markets and pharmacies. The township lies just north of Wilkes-Barre, giving it a small-town feel with quick access to city amenities and bigger department and grocery stores.
Home sweet home in Plains Township, PA.
Plains, PA residents love to go to The Scratch Kitchen for a homecooked meal.
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Homes of all ages in Plains
Most houses in Plains bear traditional-style architecture, with some smaller bungalows and ranch-style properties sprinkled in. Homes often have three bedrooms and tend to fall in the $100,000 to $300,000 range. Newer homes built in the 1980s to early 2000s sit on larger plots and tend to start around $350,000. Both residential and busier streets feature sidewalks, so neighbors can enjoy walking around the area. Plains could still be considered car dependent, though, because many residents commute to Wilkes-Barre and surrounding regions for work and school.
Live amongst friendly neighbors in Plains Township, PA.
River Mist Townhomes in Plains, PA are affordable and modern.
Cozy bungalows in Plains Township, PA are modern and stylized.
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Wilkes-Barre schools have various specialty programs
Students in Plains can attend public schools in the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. The district offers a Creative and Performing Arts Academy (CAPAA), a STEM academy?and a business academy, providing numerous options for students looking for more specifically catered learning. For primary school, children may attend Solomon Plains Elementary, rated C-plus on Niche, and Solomon Plains Middle School scores a C-minus. The Wilkes-Barre School District STEM Academy for high schoolers is rated B-minus and emphasizes three-dimensional, hands-on learning.
Leo E Solomon Elementary School serves 632 students in grades K-5.
Wilkes-Barre STEM Academy is a great school to enroll your child and see their full potential.
Daniel J. Flood Elementary School is a good school to enroll your child.
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Parks, Little League and the Susquehanna River
Because Plains is situated along the Susquehanna River, residents can enjoy proximity to riverside activities, such as kayaking, fishing and hiking trails. The Plains Township Municipal Park is a community gathering space nearby that features pavilions stocked with grills, a playground and athletic courts. Members of the community use this park for events such as reunions and birthday celebrations, but locals also utilize it as an everyday play area. The community also supports the Plains Little League baseball team, which plays on its own field in the neighborhood.
Have a fun time at Plains Municipal Park.
Relax under shaded trees living in Plains Township, PA.
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Small-town charms and honey farms
Plains is close to numerous dining and shopping options in the neighborhood and in Wilkes-Barre. The area features a shopping plaza for food and necessities, such as Weis. Gerrity’s Supermarket, Lowe’s and Aldi are nearby as well, within 5 miles. Locally owned shops and restaurants include the Plains Pub sports bar and Swiger’s Family Restaurant for homestyle cooking. A notable honey farm, The Beekeeper’s Daughter sits in the heart of Plains and makes numerous honey products for on and offsite wholesale. It features a honey bar, candles, and sodas that are sweetened with honey and no preservatives, giving it a natural taste. Locals visit the farm to shop and socialize with neighbors, and founder Hannah Burgess keeps the storefront decorated and inviting, making it a central location in town.
Troy Street Coffee Company in Plains, PA serves up delicious donuts and coffee.
The Scratch Kitchen in Plains, PA serves up delicious lunch items for locals.
Plains Township, PA has a mountain feeling of calm and tranquility.
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Plains Township Santa Parade
Plains holds an annual Santa Parade during the holiday season. Fire trucks, ambulances and small businesses come together to toss candy to children in a parade procession, with Santa on his sleigh at the caboose. “It’s a really special event. People park at our store and children stand out front with their candy bags, stay for the marching parade and watch the tree lighting,” Burgess says.
Getting around Plains and Wilkes-Barre
Residents that do not work locally can hop on nearby Interstate 81 to busier regions, such as Scranton, Hazleton and Wilkes-Barre. While the neighborhood has no rail system, the Luzerne County Transportation Authority (LCTA) provides public buses in Plains and surrounding areas. The Wilkes-Barre Scranton International Airport is about 11 miles north, but quick access to I-81 makes the commute relatively quick despite the distance.
Reliable public transportation in Plains, PA are just steps away.
Live in a quiet community in Plains Township, PA.
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