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ARREST: Vertallo, Hailey - ( 1 count) 780-113(a)(16) Possession of a Controlled Substance

ARREST: Baldwin, Christopher R - ( 1 ) count Driving Under the Influence (M) and 1

Incident at Hamilton Elementary Under Investigation After Cafeteria Tape Incident
Hamilton Township, PA — April 10, 2025An investigation is underway at Hamilton Elementary School following an incident that occurred during the first-grade lunch period on Wednesday, April 9th. According to a letter sent home to parents, a staff member was observed placing blue painter’s tape on the mouths of several students.
Are Property Taxes Rising Because of Religious and Nonprofit Land Buys in the Poconos?
If you’ve opened your local tax bill recently and felt your stomach drop — you’re not alone.
Planning SMARTer Financial Workshop Series
Planning SMARTer is a free set of 4 workshops for Monroe County Residents. We meet via zoom over 4 sessions per your schedule, with no cost to you. We review […]
School employee accused of taping 1st grade students' mouths shut
MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An investigation is underway after a school staff member taped the mouths of 1st grade students during lunch, according to district officials. Superintendent Dr. Curry has told 28/22 News that the district is investigating an incident where 1st grade students were found with tape on their mouths. According to a letter [...]
ARREST: Taber, Jason R - PA 75 3802 C - DUI Highest Rate - 2nd Offense (M1) and 2

From Detention to Denial: Prom Ban Raises Questions About Equity in Local Schools
From: Erica Harris, Monroe County ParentAs a parent and resident of Monroe County, I am compelled to speak out against Stroudsburg High School’s current disciplinary policies—particularly the decision to bar students from attending prom due to minor infractions such as being late to class or forgetting their student ID.
Pennsylvanians store closures
As of April 2025, Eastern Pennsylvania is experiencing a series of closures across various sectors, including retail stores, banks, and restaurants. These developments reflect broader economic trends and shifts in consumer behavior. Below is an overview of the significant closures affecting the region. According to Better Homes & Gardens and Lower Bucks Times. Two popular...
Man charged with allegedly sexually assaulting a juvenile
MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A man is out on bail in Monroe County after being charged with a number of felony offenses. State Police have charged 35-year-old Eric Matthew Fisher of Stroudsburg is being charged with felony offenses in two separate instances. In the first case, Fisher allegedly giving two minors multiple shots of vodka and [...]
Retail TheftCaseApr 7, 2025On April 7, 2025, at 9:35pm, the Stroud Area Regional Police Department responded to a retail theft at Walmart in...

Road ClosureBroadcastApr 7, 2025Milford Rd between Eagle Valley Ln and Paradise Trail is currently closed due to a motor vehicle crash with...

Woman identified after fatal crash in the Poconos
BARRETT TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Monroe County coroner has identified the woman killed in a crash over the weekend. Monroe County Coroner Thomas A. Yanac says Linda Knecht, 63, of Barrett Township, was pronounced dead just after 8:30 p.m. at the scene of the crash on April 5. Pocono Mountain Regional Police were [...]
ARREST: McDonald, Zack Andrew - (1 Count) DUI schedule 1 and 2 additional charges

Authorities confirm woman dead after Monroe County crash
BARRETT TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A woman is dead after a crash in Monroe County Saturday night. Officials say the Pocono Mountain Regional Police were called at about 7:20 p.m. Saturday for a reported crash on Route 447 between Long Road and Gravel Road in Barrett Township. Monroe County Coroner Tom Yanac confirmed with [...]