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flag Luzerne County considers using the closed Retreat prison site for a new facility, but no decisions have been made.

flag Four incoming Luzerne County Council members toured the vacant State Correctional Institution at Retreat, a closed prison now deemed surplus property, as part of early discussions about replacing the county’s aging, overcrowded facility in Wilkes-Barre. flag The site, accessible only by a steel bridge, is being considered as a potential location for a new or expanded prison, though concerns remain over safety, infrastructure, and costs. flag While some see renovation as a cost-saving option, others stress the need for thorough assessments and review of past studies. flag No decisions have been made, and officials say planning is just beginning, with a final choice likely years away.

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