Nestled in the picturesque Pocono Mountains, residents enjoy access to stunning outdoor recreational opportunities year-round, including hiking, skiing, and fishing. With a thriving economy driven by diverse industries such as tourism, healthcare, and education, professionals find ample career opportunities within the county. Additionally, vibrant cultural attractions, delicious dining options, and a strong sense of community make Monroe County a welcoming and fulfilling place to call home.
East Stroudsburg residents are voicing their frustration after the Borough Council approved a 29% property tax hike at their December 17, 2024, meeting. Concerned citizens argue that the council has failed to explore viable alternatives before placing the financial burden squarely on the shoulders of taxpayers.
East Stroudsburg seems determined to burden its residents with a staggering 29% property tax hike—one councilwoman even proposed raising it to 40%. It’s as though this borough has never met a property tax it didn’t like.
The Democrat County Commissioner is on videotape voting twice. The Democrat Attorney General, referenced in the story, refused to press charges. We no longer have a Democrat Attorney General. 
Taxes are going up significantly next year for all Monroe County residents.
The Monroe County Commissioners approved next year’s budget at a special meeting this morning. Residents can expect an over 37 percent tax increase.
And we’re told another reassessment is necessary as property values have gone up proportionally…
Zoning enforcement is an essential part of maintaining order and safety in our communities, but in Monroe County, there has been growing concern about the use of third-party contractors to handle these responsibilities. While municipalities are tasked with enforcing local zoning laws, some have opted to outsource the role of zoning enforcement officer to private companies.
The Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, Criminal Investigations Division Detective Kim Lippincott has arrested and charged Jessica Walters, 35 and Robert Nochella, 35, both of Stroud Township.
While the board meetings have died down in activity since the last update, a few new additions are on the horizon. Two new courses were approved by the board, those being Minority Voices in America and Principles of Engineering. Minority Voices of America strives to explore the works of various minority writers throughout history. The...
CHESTNUT HILL TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced on Tuesday they're searching for a missing person in Monroe County. State Police explain they're searching for 82-year-old James Mills. Mills was last seen in the area of the 100 block of Hartman Lane, Chestnut Hill Township, Monroe County, on February 1, around [...]
COOLBAUGH TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Monroe County Coroner reports a crash is under investigation after a Scranton man died. Coroner Thomas A. Yanac said a single-vehicle crash occurred around 1:00 a.m. Thursday morning on Memorial Boulevard in Coolbaugh Township. The Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department stated they found a car in the woods [...]
The Democrat County Commissioner is on videotape voting twice. The Democrat Attorney General, referenced in the story, refused to press charges. We no longer have a Democrat Attorney General. 
Taxes are going up significantly next year for all Monroe County residents.
The Monroe County Commissioners approved next year’s budget at a special meeting this morning. Residents can expect an over 37 percent tax increase.
And we’re told another reassessment is necessary as property values have gone up proportionally…
