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UPDATE: We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support, messages, and tips we’ve received. Our community truly showed up. At this time, all information and leads have been turned over to the proper authorities, and we are allowing them to handle the matter moving forward. Thank you again for standing with us.We are incredibly disappointed to share that the ice sculpture our business proudly sponsored for Winterfest was intentionally knocked over and destroyed shortly after it was installed. This event is meant to bring joy, creativity, and community spirit to our town, and it’s disheartening to see something created for everyone treated this way.We have video footage of the incident and are asking for the community’s help in identifying the two individuals involved. If you recognize them or have any information, please send us a private message. All information will be handled respectfully.

The Eastern Monroe Public Library (EMPL) is seeking a dedicated community member to serve on its Board of Trustees. This is a wonderful opportunity to help guide the library’s future, support literacy and lifelong learning, and make a meaningful impact in your community. Who We’re Looking For Board members are residents of the library’s service area who are committed to supporting the library’s mission and vision. Ideal candidates:

"New Fund Alert! We're excited to introduce the Carbon-Monroe-Pike Crisis Intervention Team Program Fund — because when someone is experiencing a mental health crisis, how we respond matters.This fund supports specialized training that equips our local law enforcement, first responders, and community partners with the skills to safely de-escalate mental health crises and connect people to the treatment and support they need — not the criminal justice system.Think of it this way: When a crisis hits, trained CIT responders can be the difference between someone getting help and someone getting handcuffs.Your donation funds the training, materials, and expert instructors that make this possible right here in our Pocono Mountains community."

On January 24, 2026 Stroudsburg wrestling team participated in EPC’s at. The girls’ wrestling team solidified their place at districts after Jasmine Chapman ’26 won first place in the finals. This is not only a special moment for the team but for Stroudsburg as she made Stroudsburg history by being the first girl to place first in EPC’s. Considering this is the second year Stroudsburg has a girls’ team, it was monumental and earned her a small highlight in the Pocono Record. For her final match, Jasmine wrestled Jennifer Szmak ’27, Pocono Mountain West, to whom she had previously been pinned by at PMW earlier in the season. “ It was amazing. Honestly, it was amazing. I was overwhelmed. I thought I was going to lose because previously Jennifer—-, who I wrestled for first place— had pinned me at Pocono Mountain West. — Jasmine Chapman

Move Over Law in PennsylvaniaPostFeb 16, 2026Did you know there is a Move Over Law in PA?  This law requires drivers to move over and slow down when approaching an emergency response area where police, fire, EMS, tow trucks and/or maintenance vehicles are stopped along the roadway with their emergency lights flashin...read more

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BRODHEADSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Fat Tuesday is just around the corner, and one local grocery store is getting ready in a big way. The ShopRite in Brodheadsville is kicking off a 24-hour baking marathon on Monday, all leading up to their Annual Donut Day. Inside the world's largest ShopRite, employees are preparing to bake [...]

"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.That is why, several months ago, I introduced legislation establishing data center pre-application requirements to ensure transparency and accountability before a project could even formally begin. But I am not stopping there. Last week, I announced three additional proposals to build out a comprehensive legislative package focused on protecting our communities.

Agents with the FBI and DEA were seen at an independent pharmacy along East Brown Street on Thursday.EAST STROUDSBURG, Pa. — An independent pharmacy in the Poconos is at the center of a federal investigation.Newswatch 16 saw agents from both the FBI and DEA inside Pocono Pharmacy II on East Brown Street in East Stroudsburg.The agents were also seen carrying out boxes to their vehicles.It's not clear what brought the agents to the pharmacy. 

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Summary: The Pocono Township Board of Commissioners is inviting sealed bids for roll-off refuse containers for the Township's Annual Spring Cleanup and Fall Cleanup events in 2026. Bidders must provide containers with specific capacities and adhere to delivery and removal schedules. Bids are due by March 16, 2026, with bid opening scheduled for the same day, and all submissions must include a Certificate of Insurance and bid bond. The Township reserves the right to accept or reject proposals in the best interest of the community. — Original public notice (excerpt): Notice to Bidders Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read on Monday, March 16, 2026 at approximately 10:30 a.m. for letting by the Pocono Township Board of Commissioners at their regular meeting scheduled to be held on Monday, March 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.

Summary: H&K Group, Inc. has applied for a renewal of their National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit for the Locust Ridge Quarry Operation in Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County. The application seeks to renew the existing permit for five years without changes to the discharge. Public comments or objections can be submitted to the PA Department of Environmental Protection until April 8, 2026, following the fourth publication of this notice. — Original public notice (excerpt): PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that H&K Group, Inc., P.O. Box 196, Skippack, PA 19474, has made application to the De-partment of Environmental Protection, Pottsville, PA, for a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit Renewal at Noncoal Surface Mining Permit (SMP) No. 45950302. Locust Ridge Quarry Operation is located in Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County.

Summary: Paradise Township is seeking written quotes for dumpsters for their upcoming Spring Clean Up scheduled from April 27 to May 2, 2026. Interested parties must submit quotes on provided forms by March 2, 2026, for review and award at the Board of Supervisors meeting. For more information or to obtain a quote form, contact Tina at 570-595-9880 Ext. 4 or visit the Municipal Building in Cresco, PA. — Original public notice (excerpt): Paradise Township Public Notice Spring Clean Up Quotes The Paradise Township Board of Supervisors will accept written quotes for dumpsters for the Township's Spring Clean Up. Spring Clean Up is scheduled for Monday, April 27, through Saturday, May 2, 2026. All written quotes must be submitted on forms provided by the Township. Please call Tina at 570-595-9880 Ext. 4 or email tina@paradisetownship.com for further information and/or a quote form. Forms may also be picked up at the Municipal Building at 5912 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco PA, 18326.

Summary: Jim Weiss Autobody & Towing, LLC will be holding a public auction on February 18, 2026, at 10 AM. The items up for auction include a 2021 Chubbs Griffen trailer with VIN 56WGU1627ME024878 and a 1998 Elliot utility trailer with VIN 1E9FS162XWA079281. Make sure to attend the auction if you are interested in purchasing these vehicles. — Original public notice (excerpt): NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION WHERE: JIM WEISS AUTOBODY & TOWING, LLC WHEN: FEB 18, 2026 10aM ITEMS: 2021 CHUBBS GRIFFEN TRAILER, VIN: 56WGU1627ME024878 1998 ELLIOT UTILITY TRAILER VIN: 1E9FS162XWA079281 February 16 2026 LSOM0459440… [Source]

Summary: The Board of Supervisors in Stroud Township, Pennsylvania, will conduct a public hearing on March 3, 2026, regarding an application by Wai S. Lau for a modification to the Stormwater Management Ordinance. The request pertains to adjusting riparian buffer requirements for a deck supporting a hot tub near Highland Lake. Interested individuals can attend the hearing to voice their opinions, and the Board may make a decision during or after the session. — Original public notice (excerpt): NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TAKE NOTICE that the Board of Supervisors of Stroud Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., at the Stroud Township Municipal Building, 1211 North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 18360, to consider an application for a modification of the requirements of Chapter 23 (Stormwater Management) of the Code of Ordinances of Stroud Township. The application has been submitted by Wai S.

Solid Waste permits can be renewed at the Polk Township Municipal office starting March 2, 2026 to April 15, 2026.

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