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DUI checkpoints set in Pennsylvania
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — State police announced DUI checkpoints will be placed across various roadways in Pennsylvania for Memorial Day weekend. According to Pennsylvania State Police, sobriety checkpoints and roving patrols aim to deter drinking and driving. Police say they are operating with a “zero-tolerance enforcement policy.” Police say checkpoints and roving patrols will be placed…
Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro in the Poconos
PA Governor Josh Shapiro visits Barley Creek Brewing Company and takes a Great American Getaway in the Poconos as Pennsylvania launches its new tourism brand campaign.🏔 Plan your Pocono Mountains getaway: http://poconomountains.com
Township Accepting Sealed Bids for Sale of CCP Golf Course
Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, shall sell by sealed bid certain real and related personal property (collectively, the “Property”) owned by Middle Smithfield Township. Sealed bids will be received by Middle Smithfield Township until 4:00 pm EST on June 11, 2024.
Governor Shapiro pays visit to Poconos in RV tour - Yahoo
TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Following Governor Josh Shapiro's announcement in Scranton, he took a trip to Barley Creek Brewing ...
Toxic chemical found in drinking water in Monroe County - WBRE
Residents say the water tanker arrived on Friday after they received texts from Pennsylvania American Water (PAW) the day before about “high manganese ...
New online tool for tick season | wnep.com
People in the Keystone State can track the illnesses ticks can carry and spread. Newswatch 16's Emily Kress spoke with the experts about why ...
Water issues continue to impact Stroud Twp. community - WBRE
STROUD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A quiet community in the Poconos facing a big water problem. On Friday, residents in Blue Mountain ...
BRC News 13: Susan Wild Asks President to Lower Grocery Prices
Last week, Congresswoman Susan Wild joined Blue Ridge Cable News 13 to talk about her recent push to lower grocery prices for Pennsylvanians.
Hammering for a cause at Shawnee Inn | She Nailed It!
Teams competed for the Golden Hammer on Sunday at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort to raise cash for a local nonprofit.Author: WNEP Web StaffPublished: 2:28 PM EDT May 20, 2024Updated: 2:28 PM EDT May 20, 2024FacebookMONROE COUNTY, Pa. — Swinging a hammer helped raise money for affordable housing over the weekend in Monroe County.
Water worries in Monroe County community
The water company warns that high levels of manganese could be dangerous for children. MONROE COUNTY, Pa. — A warning from the water company to parents who live in one community in Monroe County: Don't let infants drink the water. Water testing shows high levels of a mineral, which can cause health issues.
Conflict takes place over church food pantry | 28/22 News - WBRE
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) —Tension and conflict over a church food pantry and its delivery system in Monroe County.
Pennsylvania man accused of murdering roommate, scattering body parts in 3 locations
33-year-old Joshua Moser's home, where investigators said David Hittinger recently moved in as a roommate. Authorities found Moser in Monroe County ...
Rental property stirs up controversy in Monroe County
By Emily Allegrucci,1 day ago POCONO MANOR, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local rental property in the Poconos is stirring up controversy for much more than noise complaints.The property has been a point of contention for its lack of licensing to operate as a rental, but neighbors have more concerns than what’s on paper.
PennDOT: Monroe County Upcoming Road Work 05/16/2024
Monroe County: Upcoming Road Work05/16/2024County: MonroeMunicipality: Stroud Twp.Road name: PA 191Between: PA 447 and Mill Creek RoadType of work: InspectionWork being done by: PennDOT Bridge Inspection ForcesType of restriction: Daytime
Contractor Charged With Home Improvement Fraud In Monroe County, DA Says
A Monroe County contractor is accused of pocketing tens of thousands for work he didn't perform, officials say. The District Attorney's Office ...
Inmate charged with smuggling meth into prison - Yahoo
HAMILTON TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Investigators say an inmate at the Monroe County Correctional Facility tried to smuggle in meth.
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Three charged with multiple retail thefts in Monroe County - Yahoo
MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Three women are being charged after police say they were involved in multiple retail thefts across Monroe County costing over $1,300.According to the Pocono Township Police, the following three women were arrested for allegedly committing retail thefts in Monroe County over the weekend;
Missing Person: 300 Lincoln Ave Giant Employee
We found out that the lady that works at the alcohol section in 300 Lincoln Ave. Giant is missing. She was last seen leaving work 10pm yesterday in an her old Jeep Liberty (olive green color) and has been missing since then. She did not report to work this morning. The workers there already called the hospitals with no luck. Unfortunately, that's all the information I have.
Spraying for Gyspy Moths
Confirmed with Paradise Twp municipal secretary, DCNR, and the person in charge of gypsy moth spraying...the helicopter activity in our area is due to DCNR spraying for gypsy moths. They use Bacillus Thuringiensis Kurstaki (BTK), a biological pesticide that targets caterpillars in a very particular stage of development. They're spraying trees, not meadows. That was just an FYI.
Park Shuttle Ready to Roll Starting Memorial Day Weekend
News Release Date: May 15, 2024 Contact: Kathleen Sandt, (570)234-9144
Police trying to ID man who stole cash boxes from gas station
By Justin Glowacki,STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Police in Monroe County are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man who allegedly stole two cash boxes from a gas station.