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Samuel Sroka – Norwich University

What are you doing after high school? Military, 4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: Norwich University What major or career do you plan to pursue? Mechanical Engineering

Gabriella Parker – Kutztown University

What are you doing after high school? 4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: Kutztown University What major or career do you plan to pursue? Elementary Education

Victoria Campbell – Berklee College of Music

What are you doing after high school? 4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: Berklee College of Music What major or career do you plan to pursue? Musician

Ann Alekseyev – Hofstra University

What are you doing after high school? Doctorate or PhD Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: Hofstra University What major or career do you plan to pursue? Biology with a pre-med track

WARRANT: McZeek, Jasire Dante - (1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (M1) and 2

Photo of McZeek, Jasire Dante McZeek, Jasire Dante (1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (M1)(50) counts 780-113(a)(32) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)(1 Count) (18) 6308 (A) Underage Drinking/Possession of Alcohol (S) Age 20 Race Black Gender Male Height 5' 9" Weight 135 lbs Hair Black Eyes Brown

Tornado Warning Issued

Description Tornado Warning issued May 6 at 3:57PM EDT until May 6 at 4:30PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJTORPHIThe National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a* Tornado Warning for...Central Monroe County in northeastern Pennsylvania...Northeastern Northampton County in eastern Pennsylvania...* Until 430 PM EDT.* At 357 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornadowas located over East Bangor, or 14 miles north of Easton, movingnorth at 20 mph.HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught withoutshelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Treedamage is likely.* Locations impacted include...Stormville, Arlington Heights, Stroudsburg, Analomink, Pen Argyl,

Coroner identifies man dead after Jackson Township crash

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — 28/22 News now knows the name of the man who died after a crash in Monroe County. 52-year-old Jamie Franks from Chestnuthill Township died Monday after a two-vehicle crash. Arrest made in tissue plant fire investigation The Monroe County Coroner says they were called to the scene on Route 715 in Jackson Township a little after 4:00 p.m. Pennsylvania state police are investigating.

The Burn Ban Has Been Lifted!

Description The burn ban has been lifted as of May 6, 2025.

Severe weather across NEPA

(WBRE/WYOU) — The National Weather Service (NWS) announced on Tuesday multiple tornado warnings in Pennsylvania. On Tuesday, the NWS issued extreme tornado warnings in the following areas: Monroe County Pike County The warning will be in effect until 5:15 p.m., officials say. Shortly before 4:00 p.m., the NWS explained that a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was spotted over East Bangor, or 14 miles north of Easton, moving north. Hail is expected to measure as large as an inch, according to the NWS.

Stroud Township auto repair shop owner charged with forgery

Sarfraz Mohamed Abrahim Detective Varkanis of the Monroe County District Attorney’s Office, Criminal Investigations Division, has filed criminal charges against Sarfraz Mohamed Abrahim, owner of 611 Transmission & Auto Repair on Route 611 in Stroudsburg PA, following an investigation into allegations of forgery and unauthorized vehicle repairs.

East Stroudsburg University Announces Student Speakers for 2025 Commencement

student speakers for commencement 2025East Stroudsburg University will hold its commencement exercises on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 in Koehler Fieldhouse. The graduate commencement ceremony will take place Friday at 6:45 p.m. Ashlee Grennan M’10 M’25 will be the student commencement speaker. The undergraduate ceremonies will take place on Saturday. The ceremony awarding bachelor’s degrees from ESU’s College of Health Sciences and College of Business and Management will begin at 8:45 a.m. Joseph Merkel ’25 will be the student speaker. The ceremony awarding bachelor’s degrees from ESU’s College of Arts and Sciences and College of Education will begin at 1:45 p.m. Richermy Batista Marinez ’25 will be the student speaker.

Closure of Pocono Township Library

Dear Patrons, We would like to inform you that the Pocono Township Branch of the Eastern Monroe Public Library, located in the Pocono Township Municipal Building, will be closing as of July 3, 2025. For 35 years, this branch has proudly served the community from its space in the municipal building. We are deeply grateful for the strong partnership with the township and for the continued support of our patrons throughout the years.

ARREST: Simon, Shamika A - (1 count) Terroristic Threats (M1) and 3 additional charges

Photo not available for Simon, Shamika A Simon, Shamika A (1 count) Terroristic Threats (M1)(1 count) Misuse of the 911 Emergency System(1 count) Disorderly Conduct (M3)& (1 Count) False Identification to Law Enforcement (M3) Age 41 Race Black Gender Female Height 5' 3" Weight 180 lbs Hair Brown Eyes Brown

Floral shops deal with tariff challenges

TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Florists are seeing price increases tied to tariffs, and with Mother's Day this weekend, shoppers may get sticker shock. 28/22 News stopped by one flower shop in Monroe County to find out how they are handling the higher price tag. With her newborn daughter strapped to her chest, Ally Gouny works around the clock to fulfill orders inside her shop, Imaginations, Florals & More by Ally. “Prom always tends to fall on Mother’s Day (Weekend), so it gets quite hectic in here,” said Gouny. The busy time of year sends customers to floral shops nationwide, but many like this one in Tannersville are also seeing an uptick in costs.

Public Notice: 05/06/2025 [6b803bd1013a641507236767b531461b]

Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION LOCATION: JIM WEISS AUTOBODY & TOWING, LLC, 150 PROGRESS ST., E. STBG., PA 18301 WHEN: MAY 9, 2025, 10 AM. ITEMS: 2005 GMC SIERRA, VIN: 2GTEK63N651195771 May 6 2025 LSOM0290889

Mountaineer Band Scholarship

If you have been in Marching Band or Color Guard for three years and have demonstrated strong leadership, check out this scholarship! Applications are due on May 9, 2025, CLICK THE LINK BELOW. More information can be found in the guidance office and the counseling connections Google Classroom – Good Luck!  https://classroom.google.com/c/NzI5NzIxNzM4NDNa/m/Nzc2NzY2NzExOTY5/details    

Peter Leyba – Fordham University

What are you doing after high school? 4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: Fordham University What major or career do you plan to pursue? Mathematics

Elif Zeytinoglu – University of Pittsburgh

What are you doing after high school? 4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: University of Pittsburgh What major or career do you plan to pursue? Biological Sciences

Logan Potochnick – Penn State University

What are you doing after high school? 4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: Penn State University What major or career do you plan to pursue? Undecided

Grace Staples – East Stroudsburg University

What are you doing after high school? 4 year school/Bachelor’s Degree Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: East Stroudsburg University What major or career do you plan to pursue? Criminal Justice