Mayor Brown: Horton Street reopening delayed until Nov. 26

WILKES-BARRE — Mayor George C. Brown on Friday announced the following update regarding the status of the Horton Street Project.

“Due to mechanical issues with contractor’s equipment necessary to complete the project, Horton Street will not reopen today, Friday, Nov. 21, 2025, as previously expected. Equipment is currently on-site to complete the final steps of the project. The new expected opening date is Wednesday, Nov. 26.”

Street cleaning of Horton Street and the surrounding streets will be conducted on Monday, November 24, in preparation for the completion of the Horton Street rehabilitation project.

“No Parking” signs, indicating no parking between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., will be posted on the following streets:

• Horton Street from Carlisle Street to Carey Avenue

• Roosevelt Terrace from Horton Street to Hanover Street

• Huston Street from Horton Street to Sturdevant Street