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Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 CHANGE OF NAME Notice is hearby given that on September 12, 2024, a petition for change of name was filed in the Monroe County Court of Common Pleas, requesting a decree to change the name of Joseph M. Scotchlas, also known as Joseph Scotchlas, to JosephMartin Scotchlas. The Court has fixed October 31, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. in Courtroom #TBD, Monroe County Courthouse 610 Monroe Street Stroudsburg, PA 18360, as the time and place for the hearing on said petition when and where all persons interested may appear and show cause, if any they have, why the prayer of the said petitioner should not be granted. Publication Dates LSOM0164899

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF MARIE JEAN EDELMAN, A/K/A MARIE J. EDELMAN, LATE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF COOLBAUGH, COUNTY OF MONROE, AND STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA, DECEASED; WHEREAS, LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION in the above estate have been granted to David A. Edelman, Administrator, all persons indebted to the said estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to him through his attorney: Jason McFall, Esquire McFALL LAW, LLC 31 West First Street, Suite J Wind Gap, PA 18091

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Barbara A. Honn, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters Testamentary in the above-named Estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to the Estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims are directed to present the same without delay to the undersigned or his/her attorney within four month from the date hereof and to file with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Fortythird Judicial District, a particular statement of claim duly verified by an affidavit setting forth an address within the County where notice may be given to claimant. c/o Jennifer Paige Honn 1185 Arrowhead Drive PO Box 606 Pocono Lake, PA 18347 Connie J. Merwine, Esquire 501 New Brodheadsville Blvd N. Brodheadsville, PA 18322

MONROE COUNTY, Pa. — A fire destroyed a barn in Monroe County on Wednesday. A call came in shortly after 4 p.m. for Lower Seese Hill Road in Barrett Township near Cresco.

This man is going up to doors, pulling to see if they’re open and looking in windows. Police have been notified. In the area of 209 and West Hills Drive at 6pm. Please be careful and make sure your doors and windows are locked. If mine were not locked he would have been in my living room.Wearing tan pants and boots with a long wool coat

EASTON, Pa. — An Easton smoke shop sold a jackpot-winning Match 6 lottery ticket for Wednesday night's drawing, earning the player — who just ...

Camelback Resort is known for its waterparks, but this October, they are hosting a fall festival. On October 4-5, fun activities like pumpkin bowling, a ball pit, and mini corn mazes are just a few of the activities happening. Every weekend Camelback will host entertaining family events like movie nights and parades. If curious for more information, go to Camelback Resort’s website.

On Saturday, Stroudsburg destroyed Dieruff 8-0  during the girls’ senior night. The Mountaineers had six different players score goals, including three seniors.  Amelia Nieman, ’25, showed out scoring two goals and having an assist to add to that. Savannah Hlavac, ’25, and Abby Grella, ’25, contributed to the game in a big way also scoring a goal each. Kali Milonas, ’27, also scored 2 goals. Leah McWilliams, ’27, and Lila Smedley, ’26, both pushed across a goal as well.  The defense was also outstanding, standing their ground all game and having their fifth shutout of the season. They only allowed 2 shots throughout the 80-minute contest. Goalie Sia Trotter, ’27, and Karly Evans, ’28, both picked up a save. This game pushes the girls’ record to 5-6-1 on the season. They are looking to improve on this record tomorrow against Emmaus at home.

Movie adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s viral book “It Ends With Us” sparks new levels of controversy over an already contentious book. According to Chels Upton from Slate, Hoover’s fan base has been described to be similar to Taylor Swift’s: loyal and fierce defenders. To openly criticize Hoover’s books would open yourself to flooding of your social media with displeasure of the negative review. Widespread popularity comes with widespread criticism and hateful comments.

As an intern this summer on Capitol Hill, senior political science major Richermy Batista found herself at the epicenter of American politics, where she applied the academic skillset she gained at East Stroudsburg University to further her passion for public service. Batista, a first-generation college student born in the Dominican Republic, was one of 30 students nationwide selected for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute’s (CHCI) 2024 Summer Congressional Interns program. The program’s goal is to give Latino college students opportunities to explore the inner workings of the federal government while preparing them to enter the workforce as future leaders.

Blue Mountain Resort is hosting Oktoberfest on September 28 and 29 from 11-5 pm.  Live German music and dancers will perform; traditional foods, games, children’s activities, craft vendors, hayrides, and a pumpkin patch are just a few of the events on the list. More information is available at Blue Mountain Resort’s website.

State video shot in Lebanon shows how secure PA elections are

Monroe County is investing $10 million to help make towns and villages more accessible and inclusive to pedestrians.

Vehicles approach Boise Airport to pick up Bryan Kohberger. The University of Idaho murder suspect's case is being moved to Ada County. (Derek Shook ...

BOOKER, ADAM ARTHUR - 18 3929 A4- Retail Theft- Under Ring-1 count(M2)WarrantCreated Sep 24, 2024 / Updated Sep 25, 2024On 1/24/2024 at 8:59 p.m.

Dykeman, Danielle Sarah - & 35 780-113(a)(16) Possession of a Controlled Substance (1 Count) and 1 additional chargeWarrantCreated Sep 24, 2024 / Updated Sep 25, 2024On 3/1/2023 at 12:58 p.m.

Garcia-Villarreal, Ruth - (1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (M1)WarrantCreated Sep 11, 2024 / Updated Sep 25, 2024On 3/31/2024 at 2:32 p.m. Stroud Area Regional Police were dispatched to the Walmart in East Stroudsburg for a report of a retail theft.  Upon arrival loss prevention officers apprehended 3 females.

Jones, Mikahil Gregory - (1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (F3)WarrantCreated Sep 4, 2024 / Updated Sep 25, 2024On 4/25/2024 at 8:33 a.m., Stroud Area Regional Police were dispatched to the Walmart in East Stroudsburg for a report of a retail theft.  Loss prevention advised the investigating officer that a black male wearing a camo jacket had concealed $25.88 worth of merchand...

Ojeda-Medina, Priscilla - (1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (M1)WarrantCreated Sep 11, 2024 / Updated Sep 25, 2024On 3/31/2024 at 2:32 p.m. Stroud Area Regional Police were dispatched to the Walmart in East Stroudsburg for a report of a retail theft.  Upon arrival loss prevention officers apprehended 3 females.