Sullivan County, Pennsylvania

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Mountains and valleys, forests and farmlands are the terrain in Sullivan County's 478 total square miles including waterways. The county is known for semi-anthracite coal, timber and tourism. The major employers are the timber industry, agriculture, state & county governments. Maple syrup, furniture, candles, baskets, jewelry, art and photography are also made in Sullivan County.

As of 2010, the population is 6,428. Sullivan County was created on March 15, 1847, from part of Lycoming County and named for Charles Sullivan, leader of the Pennsylvania Senate. Its county seat is Laporte.

www.sullivancounty-pa.org/
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Coordinates:   41°26'0"N   76°31'1"W
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