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Funding for hundreds of projects foundation for enhancing quality of life Nearly $4 million have gone to support our Pocono Mountains through grants, sponsorships and anti-litter programs in just the last three years alone. That’s a rate of more than $1 million per year directly from the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau’s (PMVB) funds.

Fenn, Daniel S (1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE (M)(1) COUNT DRUG POSSESSION (M)(1) COUNT POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (M)PA 75 1543A - DRIVING ON A SUSPENDED LICENE Age 54 Race White Gender Male Height 6' 0" Weight 245 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

Montgomery, Douglas Charles (1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M1)PA 75 3802A1 - DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE - GENERAL IMPAIRMENTHARASSMENT (S). Age 42 Race White Gender Male Height 5' 8" Weight 160 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

WALKER, IVY L (1 COUNT) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE(M1)(2 COUNTS) ENDANGERING WELFARE OF CHILDREN (M1)(1 COUNT) POSSESSION OF SMALL AMOUNT OF MARIJUANA (M)(1 COUNT) POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA (M)4 SUMMARY TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS Age 49 Race Black Gender Female Height 5' 5" Weight 222 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

@shsnews How well do you know your valentine!? Part 2 Stroudsburg Highschool student couples #senior #junior #sophmore #valentine #newspaper ♬ original sound – SHS NEWS

THOMAS, STEPHEN CHAPMAN (1 COUNT) THEFT BY UNLAWFUL TAKING (F3)(1 COUNT) RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY (F3)(1 COUNT) UNAUTHORIZED USE OF A MOTOR VEHICLE (M2) Age 41 Race White Gender Male Height 6' 0" Weight 140 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

TOBYHANNA, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Investigators say parents were arrested after multiple drugs, including fentanyl, were found inside a home. On February 11, detectives from the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office were told by Monroe County Children and Youth Services about suspected drug use inside a home where young children live. Detectives said they executed [...]

Summary: The Court of Common Pleas in Monroe County will hold a hearing on March 11, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. regarding the appointment of a School Police Officer for the Pleasant Valley School District. The hearing will take place at the Monroe County Courthouse in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, as per the Petition filed by A. Kyle Berman, Esquire, counsel for the school district. — Original public notice (excerpt): Legal Notice NOTICE OF HEARING. Notice is hereby given that the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, the Honorable Patrick J. Best, shall hold a hearing on March 11, 2026 at 2:30 p.m., in Courtroom to be determined, Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, on the Petition for Appointment of School Police Officer for the Pleasant Valley School District upon the Petition of A. Kyle Berman, Esquire, counsel for the Pleasant Valley School District. February 18, 25 2026 LSOM0458799… [Source]

Summary: Ken Stumpe of 103 Fern Ln E. Stbg 18302 is in possession of an abandoned boat, a Sylvan Super Snapper, 14ft, white, with VIN SYL76772G394 and PA Reg PA-9685-BH, found at Ranger Lake in Coplay, PA. The owner has 30 days from the last running of the ad to claim the boat; otherwise, Ken Stumpe will file for Title/Registration with the PA Fish & Boat Commission. Dates: February 18, 19, 20, 2026. Reference: LSOM0459829. — Original public notice (excerpt): NOTICE OF INTENT TO CLAIM OWNERSHIP OF ABANDONED BOAT Notice is hereby given that Ken Stumpe 103 Fern Ln E. Stbg 18302 has possession of an abandoned boat from Ranger Lake, Coplay Pa. Boat Description Sylvan:Super Snapper, 14ft, white, VIN:SYL76772G394, PA Reg:PA-9685-BH The owner has 30 days from the last running of the ad to claim. If not claimed, I will file for Title/Registration with the PA Fish & Boat Commission. February 18, 19, 20 2026 LSOM0459829… [Source]

Summary: The Zoning Hearing Board of Stroud Township will hold a Public Hearing on March 4, 2026, to review an application by RGB Homes seeking special exception relief for constructing a single-family dwelling on a specific property. The property is located along Clearview Avenue in Stroud Township and falls under specific environmental and flood protection requirements.

(WBRE/WYOU) — Winter Weather Advisories are in effect for northeastern PA, the Poconos, and Schuylkill County through noon Friday. A wintry mix of some snow, sleet, and mainly freezing rain is expected in the higher elevations. In the valleys, most areas see plain rain, but a brief mix isn't out of the question. We are [...]

POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A historic milestone in the Poconos as a township officially steps up to preserve a piece of the region's past. Pocono Township has just adopted its first historical district, aligning with state and federal designations, but not everyone is on board. Roughly 2,800 acres of historic land are now [...]

As East Stroudsburg University students learned and grew through the power of education during the past academic year, dozens of their professors and support staff were doing the same through the completion of a nationally recognized teaching credential designed to sharpen their instructional skills.

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."