Dallas Township was founded in 1817 and covers approximately twenty-four square miles. During its early years, the Township was primarily rural. However, after the Flood of 1972, many people from Wilkes-Barre and Kingston moved away from the river and built homes in Dallas Township. With the growing population, more shopping centers and small businesses such as doctors’ offices and restaurants sprang up. In addition, there is one major industry in the township – Offset Paperback Manufacturers, Inc., which is one of the largest printing companies in the country. Students living in the Township attend the Dallas School District’s four buildings – two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. A large percentage of students graduate and continue studies in college. There is also a beautiful campus located in the township that is home to College Misericordia, which offers a four-year degree in many fields of study. Dallas Township is a popular place for people to raise families with its clean water, up-to-date sewage, and low crime rate. Even though homes continue to be built, Dallas Township prides itself in the Pennsylvania’s Growing Greener Program, which preserves natural resources and open space.

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