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Stroudsburg High School celebrates Valentine’s Day with a Valentine’s Day theme, Photo Booth!

Brianna Strunk shows us what's brewing at Hrysek Farms, a small-batch coffee roastery combining bold flavors, big dreams, and a connection to nature. Plan your visit: https://www.poconomountains.com/listing/hrysek-farms/10266/ 🏔 Plan your Pocono Mountains getaway: http://poconomountains.com ➡️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/user/poconotourism?sub_confirmation=1 📺 Find insider tips, local attractions, live cameras, weather forecasts and more on Pocono Television Network. Tune into the 24/7 stream online: https://poconotelevision.com

Learn how Carbon Career and Technical Institute is shaping the local workforce as two students from the trade school share their passions. 🏔 Plan your Pocono Mountains getaway: http://poconomountains.com ➡️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/user/poconotourism?sub_confirmation=1 📺 Find insider tips, local attractions, live cameras, weather forecasts and more on Pocono Television Network. Tune into the 24/7 stream online: https://poconotelevision.com 📱 Stay connected with @PoconoTourism: https://facebook.com/poconotourism

A Tobyhanna woman has pleaded guilty to lesser charges in a stabbing case.On Feb. 5, Colleen Hall, 57, pleaded guilty to the charges of first-degree misdemeanor possession of an instrument of crime and second-degree misdemeanor simple assault. She initially faced first-degree felony charges of attempted homicide and aggravated assault, and two second-degree felonies of aggravated assault.Hall was accused of stabbing a 71-year-old man she lived with in the face and chest at a residence they lived in on Winding Way in Coolbaugh Township on July 21, 2025. She was also accused of kicking a Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department officer in the chest.

Linda Rushin posted on her social media:"Friends and family: I am  announcing my candidacy for the state Senate seat from Pennsylvania’s 40th Senatorial District.  I am a registered Democrat, running in the primary for the privilege of being the party’s nominee in November.  Yes: I am an underdog in this race.  I'm walking into spring training and asking the Yankees for a tryout. I get it.  But I am sincere about pursuing this campaign and representing this district in the Pennsylvania state Senate. I will build my campaign platform on planks we can affect at the state level:1)   VETERANS—there should be no homeless veterans, HERE, or ANYWHERE

Description Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Work Session and Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026 will be held beginning at 6pm at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. To view the meeting agenda, please visit our website at: https://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/030326-Public-Packet1.pdfThe Board of Supervisors will conduct business on the agenda and whatever other business comes before them that they are able to act upon. All interested parties are invited to participate.

This month, in the March Edition of Pocono Mountains Magazine, join Bri & Dee for a sweet way to celebrate Women's History Month! Meet the maker behind Sonia's Sweet Inspirations, who brings Brazilian flair and flavors from around the world to her custom cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and desserts. Next, Jim Hamill goes beyond the stats highlighting the tourism industry’s value in the Poconos to discover inspiring stories of successful community projects like the Women Veterans Museum, the pride of Mount Pocono, as well as two parks in the borough, brought to life in large part by support from the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau.

Coolbaugh Township is organizing Community Shred Events on Saturday, April 10, 2026, and Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9am to 2:30pm at the Coolbaugh Township Volunteer Fire Company parking lot. Residents are limited to bringing 20 boxes per household and must present ID. Additionally, there will be Community Bulk Drop Off Events at the Coolbaugh Township Drop Off and Recycling Site on various dates throughout 2026 from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm. Residents need to obtain a recycling permit through the township website before participating. The permits can be applied for starting January 5, 2026, and residents must bring their driver's license and/or proof of residency to the recycling center on the event date.

An estate notice has been issued for the estate of Bernard I. Garvey, also known as Bernard Irvin Garvey, who passed away in Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Mollie Garvey has been appointed as the Executrix of the estate. Individuals who owe money to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, while those with claims against the estate must submit them to Mollie Garvey or her attorney within four months from the notice date. Claimants must also file a verified statement of their claim with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Forty-third Judicial District, providing an address within the county for communication purposes. The notice includes contact information for Mollie Garvey and her attorneys, Lori J. Cerato and Kelly L. Lombardo, located in Stroudsburg, PA, for further inquiries. This notice is crucial for anyone involved in the estate proceedings or having financial dealings with Bernard I.

The Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will convene a Public Meeting on March 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the Pocono Township Municipal Building in Tannersville. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the adoption of an Ordinance that seeks to amend the Pocono Township Zoning Ordinance by re-zoning eighteen Monroe County Tax Parcels from R-1 Low-Density Residential District to R-2 Medium-Density Residential District. This amendment also includes the repeal of any conflicting ordinances. The proposed Ordinance can be reviewed at the Municipal Building during regular business hours. This notice is crucial for residents and property owners in the affected areas to understand potential changes in zoning regulations that could impact their properties and the community's development. Contact: Leo V.

The Barrett Township Planning Commission in Cresco, Pennsylvania, will conduct a public meeting on March 4, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Barrett Administrative and Recreation Complex. The purpose of this meeting is to elect officers, establish rules and regulations for its procedures as per the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, and address any Planning Commission business. Following the reorganization meeting, the Commission will convene its regular monthly meeting. It is essential for residents to be aware of this event as it involves the election of officers and the establishment of governing procedures that impact local planning decisions. For any special accommodations needed to attend, individuals should contact the Township at least one day in advance.

Hamilton Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, has prepared an Act 537 Component 3 Plan Update for the replacement of the Pleasant Valley Manor Wastewater Treatment Facility to meet sewer service needs. The proposed plan includes constructing a new wastewater treatment facility utilizing an extended aeration process near 4250 Manor Drive, Stroudsburg. The estimated cost for the PVM Wastewater Treatment Facility is $4,390,000, to be financed through general obligation bonds and user rates. The public is invited to review the plan at the Township's offices and submit comments within a 30-day period ending on March 2, 2026. This notice is crucial for residents to understand and provide feedback on the proposed wastewater treatment facility improvements in the Township. — Original public notice (excerpt): PUBLIC NOTICE An Act 537 Component 3 Plan Update (Plan) has been prepared for Hamilton Township (Township), Monroe County, Pennsylvania.

A Certificate of Organization for A TWO Z SERVICES, LLC, a limited liability company focusing on small engine repair, mobile mechanic, and landscaping, was filed with the Department of State of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg on February 23, 2026. The company's legal representative is Attorney Kim M. Gillen of THE LAW OFFICE OF KIM M. GILLEN, P.C. located at 613 Blakeslee Boulevard Drive East, Suite 103, Lehighton, PA 18235. This notice serves to inform the public about the establishment of this new business entity in the community, highlighting its intended services and legal representation.

The Monroe County Commissioners are seeking proposals for a project involving the Continuity of Operations/Continuity of Government Plan for the county. Interested parties can access project details on the monroecountypa.gov website or by contacting Maryellen Keegan, Director of the Monroe County Office of Emergency Management. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the Monroe County Controller's Office by 1:30 p.m. on March 12, 2026, with a public opening of the proposals scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on the same day at the Monroe County Administrative Center. Bidders must provide bid security and a performance bond upon successful bidding. The Commissioners retain the right to reject any proposals and award the contract in the best interest of the County of Monroe. This opportunity is crucial for vendors interested in contributing to the county's emergency management and government continuity efforts.

The Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors in East Stroudsburg, PA, is seeking proposals for seasonal grounds maintenance services, including mowing, trimming, weeding, mulching, and landscaping at various parks and facilities. Interested contractors must submit proposals by 1:00 p.m. on March 20, 2026, at the Township Municipal Center. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on March 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Township Municipal Center for a review of the work areas. Non-attendees will not be able to submit proposals. The contract is expected to be awarded at the Board of Supervisors meeting on March 25, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Letters Testamentary for the estate of Charles D. Dailey, Sr., who has passed away, have been granted to Charles D. Dailey, Jr. Individuals who owe money to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly. Those with claims against the estate must submit them in writing within four months from the date of this notice to the undersigned and provide a verified statement of the claim to the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas, Monroe County, Orphans Court Division. The Executor, Charles D. Dailey, Jr., can be reached at 10123 Upper Little Creek Road, Bangor, PA 18013. This notice is important for anyone involved in the estate of Charles D. Dailey, Sr., to ensure proper settlement of debts and claims within the specified timeline. Date: March 1, 8, 15, 2026 Location: Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas, Monroe County, Orphans Court Division — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE Letters Testamentary on the ESTATE OF CHARLES D.

An estate notice has been issued for Dorothy P. Lyon, who passed away in Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Nancy J. Griffin has been appointed as the Executrix of the estate. Debtors are instructed to settle outstanding debts promptly, while individuals with claims against the estate must present them to Nancy J. Griffin or her attorneys within four months. Claims should be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Forty-third Judicial District, accompanied by a verified statement of claim with an address for correspondence within the county. This notice is crucial for anyone involved in the estate of Dorothy P. Lyon to ensure proper settlement of debts and claims within the specified timeline. Date: Not specified Location: Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF DOROTHY P. LYON, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

An estate notice has been issued for the estate of Elbert E. Berger, who resided in Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, and has passed away. Cindy L. Berger and Gary P. Berger have been appointed as Co-Executors of the estate. Individuals who owe money to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, while those with claims against the estate must submit them to the Co-Executors or their attorney within four months from the notice date. Claimants must also file a verified statement of their claim with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Forty-third Judicial District, providing an address within the county for communication purposes. This notice is crucial for creditors and claimants associated with Elbert E. Berger's estate to ensure proper settlement and legal procedures are followed. Location: Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Forty-third Judicial District

This public notice pertains to the estate of Kathleen M. Javaruski, late of Cresco, Monroe County, PA, who passed away on 06/27/2024. Letters Testamentary have been granted to Laura J. Fluegel, the Executrix. Debtors to the estate are instructed to settle their debts promptly, while individuals with claims against the estate must present them within four (4) months from the date of this notice to Laura J. Fluegel or her attorney. Claims should be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of the Forty-Third Judicial District, Orphans’ Court Division, along with a verified statement of claim. The notice is essential for creditors, debtors, and claimants associated with the estate of Kathleen M. Javaruski to ensure proper settlement and legal procedures are followed. Date and Time: March 1, 8, 15, 2026 Location: Cresco, Monroe County, PA

The Zoning Hearing Board of Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, has announced a Public Hearing at the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building on March 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. The hearing concerns Christopher Gullicksen's application for a special exception to convert a Rod & Gun club to a residential use or, alternatively, a variance for residential use in the C-2 Zoning district. The property in question is located at 5078 State Route 115, Blakeslee, Pennsylvania 18610, owned by Christopher Gullicksen. The public can review the application at the Township Municipal Building during business hours. Individuals needing accommodations for disabilities to participate in the proceedings should contact the Township at (570) 646-3008.