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Criminal MischiefCaseFeb 20, 2026On February 16, 2026, the Stroud Area Regional Police Department was contacted in reference to criminal mischief at 551 Main St, Stroudsburg Borough. Two females were found to have pushed over an ice sculptor from the Borough's winter festival, destroying it. The incident occu...read more

Stroudsburg Winterfest VandalsPostFeb 20, 2026On Saturday, February 14 th , 2026, at approximately 9:37 PM, Stroud Area Regional Police Department was dispatched to the 500 block of Main Street in Stroudsburg, near the Sherman Theater, for a report of an ice sculpture that had been knocked down.  The caller reported ...read more

Kolar, Jacob R (1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE GENERAL IMPAIRMENT (M)(1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OF HIGH RATE (M)& RELATED TRAFFIC OFFENSES Age 21 Race White Gender Male Height 5' 9" Weight 165 lbs Hair Blonde Eyes Blue

Reye, Marlene 18 4101 A2 FORGERY (F2) 18 3921(A)(F3) - THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING Age 56 Race Hispanic Gender Female Height 5' 7" Weight 185 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

Time, Adrian PA 18 3921 (A) M1TITLE 18 SECTION 2701(A)(1) SIMPLE ASSAULTPA 18 3304 (A)(5) CRIMINAL MISCHIEF (S)PA 18 5503 (A)(1) DISORDERLY CONDUCT (S) Age 39 Race White Gender Male Height 5' 10" Weight 200 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Blue

Beckford, Dean Anthony (3 COUNTS) THEFT BY DECEPTION (F3)(1 COUNT) THEFT BY EXTORTION (F3)(3 COUNTS) THEFT BY FAILURE TO MAKE REQUIRED DISPOSITION OF FUNDS RECEIVED (F3)(1 COUNT) DECEPTIVE OR FRAUDULENT BUSINESS PRACTICES (F3)(1 COUNT) CRIMINAL USE OF A COMMUNICATION FACILITY (F3)(1 COUNT) RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY (F3)(3 COUNTS) BAD CHECKS (M1) Age 41 Race Black Gender Male Height 6' 2" Weight 210 lbs Hair Black Eyes Brown

Brown, Robert Harold (1 COUNT) THEFT BY DECEPTION (F3)(1 COUNT) TAMPERING WITH PUBLIC RECORDS OR INFORMATION(1 COUNT) THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING (F3)(1 COUNT) TAMPERING WITH RECORDS OR IDENTIFICATION Age 36 Race Black Gender Male Height 6' 2" Weight 250 lbs Hair Black Eyes Brown

Gaddy, Matthew (1 COUNT) POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (F)(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M2)(1 COUNT) RESISTING ARREST (M2)(1 COUNT) OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE(1 COUNT) POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M)(1 COUNT) POSSESSION OF PARAPHERNALIA(1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)(1 COUNT) DISORDERLY CONDUCT& (1 COUNT) PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS (S) Age 35 Race Black Gender Male Height 5' 10" Weight 200 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

Khan, Adham I (1 COUNT) FALSE ID TO LAW ENFORCEMENT (1 COUNT) OBSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION OF LAW (1 COUNT) DISORDERLY CONDUCT & (1 COUNT) PUBLIC DRUNKENESS Age 31 Race Black Gender Male Height 5' 6" Weight 215 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

Sime-Morales, Jose THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING (F3)UNAUTHORIZED USE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE (M2)4120 (A) IDENTITY THEFT (F3) Age 30 Gender Male Presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. WARRANTMost WantedDetails Map Wanted: Jose Sime-Morales

(WBRE/WYOU) — Some areas in the region could see up to 10 inches of snow this weekend. Temperatures Friday night will stay consistent with slight chances for rain or snow. Saturday will see temperatures in the 40s and mostly cloudy. A coastal storm will move northeast Saturday before entering the area Sunday. The coastal storm [...]

Brown Introduces “Residents First” Data Center Legislative Package Over the past several months, our region has increasingly been targeted for large-scale data center development. While final approvals of any development lie with local governments under Pennsylvania law, I believe that legislative action at the state level is also appropriate to protect the interests of our communities and communities across the state facing similar circumstances.

Madeleine’s Story:  On February 21, 1973, Madeleine G. Leonard, called her twin daughters, Debbie and Lori Leonard, at 10 pm after finishing a waitressing shift at the Top Hat (now PourHouse) Rotary Dinner in Mountainhome to tell them she “had a tip on their Dad’s murder (John Leonard, September 8, 1970) and was going to Mount Pocono to check it out.” They begged her not to go alone but she said she “would be alright and would be home shortly.” That was the last time the Twins talked to their Mom.

At which school in the district do you teach?  I teach at Stroudsburg High School in Stroudsburg Area School District. What subject(s) do you teach? I student-taught 20/21st Century Globalization in the Social Studies Department, but I am currently teaching Robotics/STEAM Systems, and Robotics in the Tech Ed department. How long have you been teaching at SASD? This is my first school year teaching! What is your favorite part about teaching? My favorite part of teaching is witnessing the impact that can be made on the future generation. In addition, teaching alongside my father, sister and brother-in-law is a blessing.

The second trip for the recently established Business Behind the Scenes (BBTS) program occurred on Feb 4, 2026. Students traveled to Great Wolf Lodge to meet the managers and coordinators of the Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau. When the students arrived, they were greeted with a buffet of croissants, yogurt, fruit, and drinks for a delicious breakfast while listening to the people speak about their jobs. The group of students watched a video explaining what the Pocono Television Network (PTN) is and how it works behind the scenes. There is a lot more to their videos that happens off-screen, such as timelines for filming, finding newsworthy events, people to interview, etc. After watching the video, a panel was opened for questions about anything relating to the business and its inner workings.

A motion for a change of venue was denied for the man accused of a 2024 shooting death in Stroudsburg.On Dec. 30, Monroe County Court of Common Pleas Judge Jonathan Mark denied several motions brought by Andrew Quattrochi, 26; his father, Joseph Quattrochi, 55; and his brother, Christopher Quattrochi, 19, all of Bushkill, including all three defendants' motion for a change of venue, without prejudice, on the basis that the defendants “failed to meet their burden of proving that the pretrial publicity has prejudiced their ability to obtain a fair and impartial jury.”

In a Feb. 12, 2026, interview, Stroudsburg Mayor Ellen Currie speaks about the controversial process that ended in her being appointed to the role.

(WBRE/WYOU) — One man was killed in a crash on Interstate 380 north on Friday morning, according to officials. The crash occurred just after 7:00 a.m. on I-380 North at mile marker 1.1 in Tobyhanna Township. According to state police, the one vehicle involved was a work van carrying 10 people, one of which was [...]

Summary: The estate of Harriet A. Planchock, also known as Hedwig Planchock, is being settled in Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Creditors are asked to settle debts promptly, and anyone with claims against the estate should submit them to the appointed executors within four months. The executors, George F. Planchock, Jr., and Joan Ann Davis, along with their attorneys, Lori J. Cerato and Kelly L. Lombardo, are overseeing the estate settlement process. — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF HARRIET A. PLANCHOCK A/K/A HEDWIG PLANCHOCK A/K/A HEDWIG A. PLANCHOCK, DECEASED, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Summary: 120 AMERICAN WAY, LLC has filed a civil action for ejectment against Candace S. Moore and John Moore. The defendants are notified to respond within ten days to avoid a judgment being entered against them. Legal assistance can be sought through the Monroe County Bar Association's Find a Lawyer Program. — Original public notice (excerpt): PUBLIC NOTICE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY FORTY-THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA NO. 6798 Civil 2025 120 AMERICAN WAY, LLC, Plaintiff vs. CANDACE S. MOORE and JOHN MOORE, Defendants, TO: CANDACE S. MOORE and JOHN MOORE, Defendants: The Plaintiff, 120 AMERICAN WAY, LLC, has commenced a civil action against you for EJECTMENT. The Court has authorized service of the Complaint upon you by publication. NOTICE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT BECAUSE YOU HAVE FAILED TO ENTER A WRITTEN APPEARANCE PERSONALLY OR BY ATTORNEY AND FILE IN WRITING WITH THE COURT YOUR DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS TO THE CLAIMS SET FORTH AGAINST YOU.