Moscow, borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, USA
Moscow is a small borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, with quiet streets and well-maintained homes, some dating to the early 20th century. A stream called Roaring Brook flows through the area, and forests and open fields surround the town.
Moscow was officially founded in 1908, formed from part of Madison Township. The town's early economy was based on farming and logging, industries that shaped its initial development.
The name likely comes from Moscow in Russia, possibly given by early Lutheran settlers from Prussia. The community today shows strong neighborly connections through regular gatherings and shared projects that bring residents together.
The town sits about 11 miles southeast of Scranton and is easily accessible by car from nearby larger towns. Main roads have local shops and services that meet basic visitor needs.
Reverend Peter Rupert played a role in the town's founding and built one of its first structures as a small log home. The Roaring Brook that runs through town feeds into the Lackawanna River system, connecting to the broader regional watershed.
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