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Authorities release new details after arrest in Poconos
POCONO SUMMIT, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — New details are emerging Tuesday in the arrest of a Kalahari Resort employee in the Poconos. The man was caught by a group called Bikers Against Predators. A national group known for tracking online child predators says they helped expose and detain a suspect in the Poconos on Saturday. [...]
Bikers Against Predators: James, 57, Kalahari
Detained for his graphic conversations with a 13 year old
Monroe County trio arrested in late-night burglary of former Dallas Township factory
Three Monroe County residents are facing multiple felony charges after they were allegedly caught burglarizing a vacant industrial building late Monday night.
Monroe County's Tax Reassessment Process Continues
Monroe County's Tax Reassessment Process Continues Majority of Barrett, Coolbaugh, Mount Pocono, Paradise, Price, Tobyhanna and Tunkhannock property owners being sent data mailersNO VALUES HAVE BEEN ESTABLISHED YET.
Brian Winot sues Charles Keppler, resigns as Pocono Twp. commissioner
Former Pocono Township Commissioner Brian Winot has filed a lawsuit against Commissioner-elect Charles Keppler.The filing of the lawsuit on Nov. 26 followed Winot sending a letter to Keppler in September asking him to work with his attorney, Brett Riegel, to "reach an agreement on the language necessary for this suit to be withdrawn and the matter amicably ended."
Trump signs executive order blocking states from enforcing their own regulations around AI
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order that blocks states from enforcing their own regulations around artificial intelligence and instead aims to create a “single national framework” for AI.
President Trump's Full Speech at Rally in Mount Pocono, PA on 12/9/25
Watch the full speech of President Trump in Mt Airy Casino in Mt Pocono.
Farmers, Pesticide Applicators, Pesticide Businesses Can Sign Up To Schedule Disposal Of Unwanted Pesticides In 19 Counties Through The CHEMSWEEP Program
If you have canceled, suspended, or unwanted pesticides, you can schedule disposal through the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture CHEMSWEEP Program. The deadline to schedule disposal is March 31.
Human trafficking ring busted in Monroe County
POLK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Disturbing details about sex-trafficking in the Poconos. Investigators say they broke up an operation that had been running for more than two years. 28/22 News reporter Heidi Martens breaks down what police say happened. State police uncovered the sex-trafficking operation taking place here in Polk Township. According to investigators, several [...]
Christian Christoffersen for PA House District 115
December 3, 2025For Immediate ReleaseContact: levipeterson@christoffersenforpa.com (570) 213-9105Christian Christoffersen to Kick Off Campaign for the 115th State Representative District
MFHS Expands Access to Reproductive Health Services in Monroe County
East Stroudsburg, PA — November 18, 2025 — Maternal and Family Health Services (MFHS) is expanding its commitment to accessible, high-quality care by offering comprehensive reproductive health services at the MFHS East Stroudsburg Center. Reproductive health services are now available Mondays by appointment at the MFHS East Stroudsburg Center, located at
New 110-room hotel approved by Pocono Township commissioners
A new hotel has been approved in Pocono Township.On Nov. 17, the Pocono Township Board of Commissioners voted unanimously, with Commissioner Brian Winot’s abstention, to conditionally approve a final land development plan for a project referred to as the “Trapasso Hotel.”
Traffic Pattern Change Coming to I-80 in East Stroudsburg as Project Progresses
As part of the ongoing improvements at Exit 308 in East Stroudsburg, drivers should be aware of a key traffic shift beginning the first week of December. This change is necessary to allow crews to safely set the beams for the new Prospect Street bridge and construct west bound roadway of Interstate 80.
Kunkletown man sentenced to decades in prison on child pornography charges
A Monroe County man has been sentenced to more than two decades in federal prison on child pornography charges.According to the United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania, Ivan N. Baez, 46, of Kunkletown, was sentenced to 21 years and 10 months on Oct. 23 by U.S. District Judge Julia K. Munley.
Smithfield Township Officials Accused of Ignoring Residents’ Voices on Dirt Bike Track
Community tensions are rising as local officials appear to dismiss widespread support for reopening the BACK 9 dirt bike track. In a recent public meeting, Supervisor Robert Lovenheim made statements that clearly signal his opposition to the project.
Wesleyan Church Food Drive - Donations at MCDC Headquarters
Please donate if you can! And please contact WEDA or Jane Gagliardo if you are able to staff the office during collection times. Please drop off food items and / or monetary contributions for donation at MCDC headquarters, 18 S 9th St, suite 101, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Drop off hours:
Valor Holiday Meal Basket Food Drive
We have an incredible opportunity to bring joy and gratitude to almost 700 Veterans and their families this Thanksgiving. Our goal is to provide a delicious holiday meal to each of them, and we need your help.
Danica Hartenfels for State Representative Pennsylvania’s 189th District
Danica Hartenfels officially kicked off her campaign to run for State Representative, 189th District. She recently posted on her FB:"Dear All,
Flames engulf businesses in Monroe County
HAMILTON TWP., Pa. -- Fire tore through a strip mall in Hamilton Township, Monroe County on Tuesday night. A fire alarm went off just before 9 p.m. in the Countryside Square plaza in the 6500 block of Route 209, according to emergency dispatchers.
New Questions Arise Over Tannersville Church and Cemetery Sale
TANNERSVILLE, PA — What began as a straightforward real estate sale to fund cemetery upkeep has become the center of a growing controversy involving potential conflicts of interest, questions of legal oversight, and community concern over one of Tannersville’s most historic properties.
Monroe County Coordinated Campaign being sued by Theresa Johnson, her family and her LLC
Monroe County Coordinated Campaign posted on their FB page: "Just an FYI, today we were notified that Theresa Johnson, her family and her LLC which owns her families bar are suing the Monroe County Coordinated Campaign in a civil lawsuit though no details are listed on the court website and no one has been served.
Should Mayor of Stroudsburg Micheal Moreno resign or be terminated?
Monroe County Republican Committee of PA pleads: "REPUBLICANS of Stroudsburg please make it a priority to vote on Nov 4th 2025 so we can vote this guy OUT! Stroudsburg deserves better !" and "This news is from 2 years ago... wake up Stroudsburg PLEASE get out to vote on Nov 4th since this guy refuses to resign"
Monroe County Data Center Model Ordinance
The Monroe County Data Center Model Ordinance is a zoning framework designed to guide municipalities in regulating data centers and their accessory uses across Monroe County, Pennsylvania.