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American Cancer Society Hope Lodge | Pocono Television Network

Learn more about the American Cancer Society's Pennsylvania Hope Lodge location with Pocono Television Network. Help us fight cancer during the 46th Annual Telethon for the Greater Hazleton Area Unit of the American Cancer Society on Saturday, November 23: https://secure.acsevents.org/site/TR/ACTIVEFundraising/CFPCY24NER?pg=entry&amp ;amp;fr_id=108534

Teens Write: Intro to Role-playing Games (grades 6-8) - Eastern Monroe Public Library

Join Kelsey to learn to use a character sheet and build a backstory for a role-playing game character. If time allows, there will be brief gaming with ...

American Cancer Society Telethon | Saturday, November 23

Watch Pocono Television Network on on Saturday, November 23 from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM for the 46th Annual Telethon for the Greater Hazleton Area Unit of the American Cancer Society featuring local entertainment, volunteers, cancer survivors and their stories, and more. Make a donation and make a difference! https://secure.acsevents.org/site/TR/ACTIVEFundraising/CFPCY24NER?pg=entry&amp ;amp;fr_id=108534

Wilkes University field trip gallery

IMG_4095 Gallery • 31 Photos Olivia Celano Editor-In-Chief Jaden Harper, '25, posing for a picture in the sport section of Wilkes' TV studio. Several SHS newspaper students went on a field trip to Wilkes University. They were excited to join Wilkes for their Media Day. The students met up after homeroom and were greeted by Mountaineer advisor, Jessica Appolo, who had gifted them hot chocolate for the one-hour bus ride. The students shuffled onto the bus and spent the time chatting, relaxing, and napping.

Defense's motions to suppress evidence reveal new details about Bryan Kohberger's arrest

CHESTNUTHILL TWP., Pa. — Court documents reveal new details about the night Bryan Kohberger was taken into custody and charged in the gruesome ...

252 Harris Street, B-7, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 - Wilkins & Associates

Description. This ground floor, 1 bedroom apt, is located in the heart of the East Stroudsburg Borough. It's literally 1 block away from the East ...

UL Monroe Warhawks to play the SE Louisiana Lions Monday | Sports | thederrick.com

Villanova plays the Pennsylvania Quakers after Eric Dixon scored 20 points in Villanova's 70-60 loss to the Virginia Cavaliers. The teams play Tuesday ...

Event will be catalyst for solving regional critical housing challenges

* Media Alert * WHAT: More Front Doors: The Pocono Housing Summit A pivotal event dedicated to examining housing issues and promoting sustainable development, affordability, and community-focused solutions.

77-year-old pleads guilty in 2022 Lehigh Township fatal shooting, authorities say

William Strunk, of Stroudsburg, Monroe County, has admitted to the June 2022 killing of Michael Austin Powers, authorities announced Monday.

PHOTOS: Susquehanna River levels near record low in Luzerne County - WBRE

Levels along the Susquehanna River are near record lows on the Main Stem as well as the West Branch in Central Pennsylvania. To stay up to date on the ...

Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week underway

POCONO PINES, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Calling all foodies, the Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week is underway. Chef Dennis sautees up a delicious meal at the Jubilee Restaurant in Pocono Pines. His stuffed acorn squash will be on its new winter menu, but it’s being debuted this week as the business participates in the Pocono Mountains Restaurant Week. Brush fire contained but still burning in Lackawanna County “We’re looking forward to see (sic) some old friends back and some new faces coming in the door,” said Chef Dennis McGuire, Jubilee Restaurant. Running now through Friday, November 22, 50 restaurants in the Poconos are offering special deals for the week. Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau Executive VP Brian Bossuyt says they came up with the idea to help businesses in between seasons.

Field Hockey completes winning season

Stroudsburg Field Hockey had a great season and finished with the record 12-8. Returning Head Coach Lois Groff and assistant coach Nicole Fantozzi said, ¨I am proud of the girls this season.¨ Groff told the girls, ¨Tired is just a mindset,¨ and hope the girls take it with them through life and next season. For the seniors, he hopes they take it with them to their next four years of field hockey. Quite a few seniors have committed to continue their athletic career. Grace Staples has committed to East Stroudsburg University. Sydney Moritz has committed to University of Connecticut. Cameron Broncato has committed to Eastern Pennsylvania. Breyona Velez has committed to Arcadia University. Ella Butz has committed to Moravian University. Hailey Driesbach has committed to Susquehanna University. Lucy Barzev has committed to Kean University. Good luck to all the senior girls and their future endeavors.

Volleyball finishes off historic season

This year, Stroudsburg Volleyball has broken their school record with a season record of 11-9. They had also won their first ever district game against Pocono Mountain East, 3-0. Head Coach Victor Cepeda and Assistant Coach Emily Olsen being brand new coaches for Stroudsburg say that this season, ¨They couldn’t have been more proud of the team .¨ This season’s best defensive player is their middle Madelyn Vargas, ’27. On top for best offensive player is their outside Emily Bozena, ’25. And last but certainly not least this year’s MVP is the middle, Kornelia Wzsolek, ’25. Lara DeFreitas, ‘25 has committed to Lycoming College to continue her athletic career. That’s a wrap for the 2024 season for Stroudsburg Volleyball. What a season for the team that culminated in their first playoff win in school history.  

Superheroes

Stroudsburg Area School District has 4,534 students enrolled, with a graduation rate of 90 percent, which is why Stroudsburg is known as “The Pride of the Poconos.” More than half the students will go off to college, trade schools, or the military, to pursue a dream of theirs. We offer award winning clubs, competitive sports, unique electives, and more. We also offer an award-winning music department. We are the only school in Monroe County with a strings program. It takes a lot of dedication to keep a community going. We need advisors, organizers, sponsors, and supporters. We also need inspiration. Teachers are the reason the education community thrives. 

Auto Theft Can Spark a Chain ReactionPostCreated Oct 1, 2024 / Updated Nov 18, 2024After seeing decades of declining vehicle theft rates,...

Image for Auto Theft Can Spark a Chain ReactionAuto Theft Can Spark a Chain ReactionPostCreated Oct 1, 2024 / Updated Nov 18, 2024After seeing decades of declining vehicle theft rates, some parts of the Commonwealth are seeing a serious uptick. Criminals are using the threat of violence, as well as more sophisticated technology, to steal cars.

Olsen Christmas Wish Triple FundraiserPostNov 18, 2024On Friday, November 8, 2024, the Black & Blue and Orange Social was held at Pub...

Image for Olsen Christmas Wish Triple FundraiserOlsen Christmas Wish Triple FundraiserPostNov 18, 2024On Friday, November 8, 2024, the Black & Blue and Orange Social was held at Pub 447 which included the non-profits of the Olsen Christmas Wish, the SchylerStrong Foundation and the Monroe County Children's Advocacy Center.  The event had a great turnout, great food an...read more

77-year-old pleads guilty in 2022 fatal shooting of Lehigh Township man

William Arthur Strunk of Stroudsburg entered the plea Friday before Judge Paula A. Roscioli, Northampton County District Attorney Stephen Baratta ...

Teen allegedly forced to use drugs leads to marijuana plants seized

CHESTNUT HILL TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police report multiple marijuana plants were seized from a home after two men allegedly forced a teen to take THC edibles. According to Pennsylvania State Police, on October 14 troopers were called to St. Luke's Hospital for a 16-year-old who had been forced to consume THC edibles and was suffering a medical emergency. Truck driver charged with homicide after deadly crash in Monroe County The victim told investigators that two men pressured her to consume the edibles. Troopers identified the suspects as James Moore, 63, and John Moore, 54, from Effort. After a search warrant was issued for the suspect's residence troopers said they seized multiple marijuana plants that were being grown inside the home.

Public Notice: 11/18/2024 [13ea3e3a89696b9f2969a674c83b5cc9]

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:00:00 MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Middle Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors Friday, November 22, 2024, 8:00 a.m. work session has been cancelled and rescheduled to Friday, November 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., for any business that may come before the Board. The meeting will be held at the Township building located at 147 Municipal Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302. Middle Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors Michele L. Clewell, Township Secretary