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Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Jackson Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 5:00 P.M., at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, 2162 Route 715, Reeders, Pennsylvania 18352. The purpose of the hearing is to consider Fall Spring Creek, LLC’s application for conditional use approval to construct a solar array on two parcels with a combined acreage of 54.79 acres in the R-1 zoning district. Applicant makes this conditional use request pursuant to § 27-401 (R-1 Residential District), § 27-1236 (Solar Power Generation, Commercial), and § 27-1405 (Issuance of Zoning Permits) of the Jackson Township Zoning Ordinance. The application also requests approval under § 27-1005.1.J(3), which authorizes the Board of Supervisors to allow, as a conditional use, parking areas with low or seasonal usage to be maintained in stone, grass or other suitable surfaces. Applicant is the equitable owner, and Vincent A.

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Mount Pocono Borough Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the Mount Pocono Borough Municipal Building, 1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100, Mount Pocono, PA 18344 to consider the request for Variance relief from Section 215-16A of the Zoning Ordinance, which incorporates Attachment 1 (Schedule of Uses). This relief is requested to allow for a two-family dwelling use in a Zoning District where it is prohibited. Iran G. DaCosta and Jean Costa own the subject property, which is located at 444 Park Avenue in Mount Pocono Borough, Monroe County, in the General Commercial (C-2) Zoning District. The subject property is further identified by Monroe County as Parcel ID No. 10.8.2.4 and Map No. 10635507687177.

The Scranton Small Business Development Center will continue to offer FREE small business consulting at the PMEDC office through the end of 2025. To schedule an appointment, use this link: https://linktr.ee/scrantonsbdcmonroecounty Download the informational flyer here: https://www.pmedc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Monroe-County-Drop-in-Hours-June-Dec-2025.pdf For more information call… Source

It’s that time of year again – the forest is filled with fawns! There’s a good chance you’ve already come across one of our little spotted deer friends this season, and we’ve got some critical advice and resources for you so you can help keep them safe. We’ve opened up a new fawn hotline that puts you directly in contact with our fawn specialist, Jessica Metzger, who has years of experience rehabilitating fawns and beyond. You can reach her at 570-979-1363 and she will be happy to answer any questions. It is critical that you reach out before taking action to interact with a fawn. In many cases it may appear a fawn is in need of assistance, when in fact they are simply waiting for their mother to return. Jessica has this wisdom to share:

Altemose, Kevin Dean (1 COUNT) FLEEING OR ATTEMPTING TO ELUDE OFFICER (F3)(1 COUNT) FLIGHT TO AVOID APPREHENSION (M2) Age 58 Race White Gender Male Height 6' 0" Weight 150 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

HARRINGTON, MAURICE RASH (1 COUNT) ENDANGERING WELFARE OF CHILDREN (F3)(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M1)(1 COUNT) RECKLESSLY ENDANGERING ANOTHER PERSON (M2)(1 COUNT) DISORDERLY CONDUCT (M3)(1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S) Age 38 Race Black Gender Male Height 5' 8" Weight 190 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

The United States Tennis Association (USTA) recently announced that it awarded a $200,000 Tennis Venue Services grant to East Stroudsburg University Foundation, while USTA Middle States contributed an additional $20,000. The grant funds, which total $220,000, were used for the renovation of the Wolbers Tennis Courts, which are the home of East Stroudsburg University’s women’s tennis team. The project, which included the reconstruction of the facility’s existing three courts and the addition of three new courts, was completed this summer. In addition to being utilized by the women’s tennis team, the university plans to partner with USTA Middle States and the local tennis community to launch public programming.

TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The rainy weather hasn’t been ideal conditions for waterparks across our region, but opening day is in sight for PA's largest outdoor park in the Poconos. 28/22 News stopped by Camelbeach in Monroe County ahead of its 27th season opener. Jumping into summer, even on an unseasonably cold day. “One thousand percent cold!” said Cooper Hower. Cooper and his siblings, Lucillia and Jameson, braved the chilly temps all to learn about swimming safety at Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark in Tannersville. “Tried to kick my legs and swim by myself!” said Lucillia Hower. The trio got an early morning swimming class ahead of the resort’s opening day on Wednesday. Learning their ways around a boogie board and talking about their favorite things to do in the water. “Diving in!” said Jameson Hower.

For Natasha Merchant, a rising senior at East Stroudsburg University, psychology is more than just her major – it’s a source of comfort and healing that she has seen the positive effects of firsthand. Merchant, a member of ESU’s University Honors Program from Bushkill, Pa., is so drawn to the subject that she has immersed herself in a trio of research projects at ESU, including one with a deeply personal connection. Merchant’s mother was born in Pakistan and lived in Jordan as a child before moving to the United States as a teenager, where she raised Merchant and her four brothers as a single parent. Though her mother grew up around American culture, the stigma around mental health in her home countries lingered, impacting her decision to talk with a therapist.

Rolon, Juan Jose - 18-3929 (A)(1) RETAIL THEFT (M2)ArrestJun 16, 2025Juan Jose Rolon turned himself in and was arraigned at MDJ Wolbert's office on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 9:32 a.m. Warrant Details Warrant Type : Arrest Date Issued : Monday May 19th, 2025 Issuing Authority : Wolbert Holding Department : Stroud Area Regional Police Docket Numb...read more

Golden Slipper Road is set to close next week for nearly two months.Bright orange detour signs are posted, giving drivers a heads up a closure is coming to Golden Slipper Road in Pocono Township. People who live in the Barton Glen community that is connected to Golden Slipper Road are bracing for a long two months of construction. "There's a lot of traffic that goes up Golden Slipper Road, so it's going to affect a lot of people," said Allison Quinn."There are 350 homes in the development, and it's their lifeline," said resident Craig Wortman.Penndot officials say Golden Slipper Road, which just off of Route 611, will close in both directions. Contractors need to replace a water line and widen part of the road near where Lehigh Valley Health Network is building its latest community hospital. 

On the PA House floor, state Rep. Maureen Madden, Majority Chair of the House Aging Committee, introduces House Resolution 209 to recognize May 2025 as Older Americans Month in Pennsylvania. Emphasizing the theme “Flip the Script on Aging,” she calls on society to shift how we perceive and value aging—highlighting the vital role older adults play in our communities. The resolution passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. 🔗 Learn more: PAHouse.com/Madden #OlderAmericansMonth #PAHouse #RepMadden #AgingWithDignity #FlipTheScriptOnAging

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Johnson-Norris, Tyleek N 2701 (A)(1) SIMPLE ASSAULT 2709 (A)(1) HARASSMENT 5503 (A)(1) DISORDERLY CONDUCT Age 18 Race Black Gender Male Height 5' 5" Weight 140 lbs Hair Black Eyes Brown

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Viking Motorsports is proud to announce a new partnership with the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) as the primary sponsor of the No. 99 Chevrolet driven by Matt DiBenedetto in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00 LEGAL NOTICE The Pleasant Valley School District, 2233 Route 115, Suite 100, Brodheadsville PA 18322 will accept sealed proposals for the following: SCHOOL BUS TRANSPORTATION for furnishing student transportation services beginning July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2031 Proposal specifications are available in the Administration Building Business Office at 2233 Route 115, Suite 100, Brodheadsville, PA 18322 from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Sealed proposals must be received by 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 09, 2025 in the Administration Building Business Office, at which time they will be publicly opened in the Board Room of the Administration Building. The Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals or portions thereof. By authorization of the Board of Education Pleasant Valley School District Brodheadsville PA 18322 Tammy A. Smale, Business Manager/ Board Secretary June 16 2025 LSOM0313849