Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown talks crime, homelessness, unions, development, and reelection

Update: 2022-10-04

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Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown discusses the challenges and successes he's encountered during his first term running the largest city in Luzerne County.

Mayor Brown talks about crime, blight, homelessness, and investing in the city and makes the surprise announcement that he'll be seeking a second term.

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Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown talks crime, homelessness, unions, development, and reelection

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Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown talks crime, homelessness, unions, development, and reelection

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Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown talks crime, homelessness, unions, development, and reelection