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What are you doing after high school? Bachelor’s Degree (4 year school) Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: Mount St Mary’s University What major or career do you plan to pursue? Pre-Physical Therapy + Track and Field

What are you doing after high school? Trade School Tell us the name of the college or career you’ll be attending/pursuing in the fall below: Lincoln Tech What major or career do you plan to pursue? Electrical Engineering

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

SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police say a person has died after a motorcycle crash that occurred on Easter in Monroe County. On Sunday, April 20, around 6:00 a.m., police say they responded to a motorcycle crash on Stream Lane in Smithfield Township. They say it was later determined that a motorcycle lost control on a curve, traveled off the road, and hit a utility pole. Fire officials warn of increased forest fire risk On April 23, police say Michael Crumpler succumbed to his injuries from the crash. The investigation is ongoing, according to police.

On Saturday, April 26, the Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC) will be hosting its annual Earth Day festival. The event will be taking place at 538 Emery Road, Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania 18328, running from 11:00 AM to 4:00 P.M. “ “Each year PEEC offers two Community Festivals – Earth Day in the Spring and Harvest Festival in the Fall. Both are great opportunities to learn more about what PEEC does and the resources it offers to our community. We hope that everyone will join us on April 26 to celebrate the Earth and learn more about how to be more connected to nature.” — PEEC Front Office

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING The East Stroudsburg Borough Council will hold a Public Hearing during a Regular Meeting of the Borough Council for Ordinance No. 1414, Amending Chapter 126 - Sewers of the East Stroudsburg Borough Code of Ordinances on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 7:05 PM, in the Borough of East Stroudsburg Municipal Building, located at 24 Analomink St, East Stroudsburg, PA. After the hearing and during the continuance of the meeting, the Borough Council will, if in order, consider and vote upon Ordinance No. 1414, Amending Chapter 126 - Sewers, as well as conduct any other business that may come before the Borough Council. In place of setting forth the entirety of Ordinance No. 1414, Amending Chapter 126*Sewers, a summary of the proposed Ordinance is as follows: Chapter 126*Sewers Shall be Amended to include: legislative findings for amendments; to add a new subsection (14) to Chapter §126-6, A.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Extra Space Storage will hold a public auction to sell the contents of leased spaces to satisfy Extra Space’s lien at the location indicated: 1030 Reeves Street Dunmore PA 18512 (570) 468-7504 Thursday May 08, 2025, at 10:00AM Unit 251 Amy Dennis The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 BID NOTICE Sealed proposals will be received by the: SOMERSET TWP. of SOMERSET county at P.O. Box 754, Somerset, Pa 15501 until 3:30 PM on May 8, 2025, for the following: OPTION 1; ITEM 1; 1,009 TON SUPERPAVE WEARING COURSE, 9.5mm, IN PLACE OPTION 1; ITEM 2; 106 TON SUPERPAVE SCRATCH AND LEVELING COURSE, 9.5mm, IN PLACE OPTION 2; ITEM 3; 767 TON SUPERPAVE WEARING COURSE, 9.5mm, IN PLACE OPTION 2; ITEM 4; 106 TON SUPERPAVE SCRATCH AND LEVELING COURSE, 9.5mm, IN PLACE OPTION #1 = Item #1 & Item #2 (All streets listed on the project) OPTION #2 = Item #3 & Item #4 (Deduct work on Aiken Ave from project) The Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage ACT applies to this project only if the bid amount exceeds $100,000.00. Liquidated damages apply at the rate of $ 975.00 per calendar day.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING The East Stroudsburg Borough Council will hold a Public Hearing during a Regular Meeting of the Borough Council for Ordinance No. 1415, Amending Chapter 154 - Water of the East Stroudsburg Code of Ordinances on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 7:20 PM, in the Borough of East Stroudsburg Municipal Building, located at 24 Analomink St, East Stroudsburg, PA. After the hearing and during the continuance of the meeting, the Borough Council will, if in order, consider and vote upon Ordinance No. 1415, Amending Chapter 154 - Water, as well as conduct any other business that may come before the Borough Council. In place of setting forth the entirety Ordinance No. 1415, Amending Chapter 154 - Water, a summary of the proposed Ordinance is as follows: Chapter 154*Water Shall be Amended to include: legislative findings for amendments; to add a new subsection (11) to Chapter 154-6, A.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 PUBLIC NOTICE- AUCTION Notice is hereby given that the contents of the storage units leased to the following tenants will be sold by Lords Valley Self Storage, 663 PA 739, Lords Valley, PA 18428, on the website www.storagetreasures.com in order to satisfy the liens for unpaid rent. The auction will begin Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 9 a.m., and end on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10 a.m. The sale consists of the following tenants' units located at: 1409 Rt. 6, Greeley, PA 18425 Dion- Williamsburg, VA Hall- Greeley, PA

Yesterday, Stroudsburg softball fell to Pocono Mountain East (PME), 6-5, on the final play of the game. The Mounties got on the board in the top of the first inning after Elena Trotter,’25, doubled, and Pocono Mountain East committed an error, each scoring one run. A single by Trotter extended the Mounties’ lead to 3-0 in the top of the second inning. Trotter, along with her two hits in the first two innings, hit singles in both the seventh and ninth innings. She collected four hits in five at-bats. Pocono Mountain East took the lead in the bottom of the sixth inning. PME player Macenzie Stover singled, driving in two runs, to give the Cardinals the advantage, 4-3. Needing only three outs to win, Pocono Mountain East committed an error, blowing their lead, which tied the game in the top of the seventh. With the game knotted up at four, Stroudsburg and Pocono Mountain East headed into extra innings.

On April 17, 2025, the Stroudsburg boys’ tennis team closed out their 2024–2025 season on a high note with a commanding 5–2 victory over Bangor High School. The win capped off a season of growth and development for the Mountaineers, who finished the year with a 6–10 record. Singles Results: Logan Casebolt, ’25, dominated Marco Marozzo,’25, in straight sets, 6–1, 6–3. Mason Ulmer, ’27, cruised past Quentin Lemak,’25, with a confident 6–3, 6–0 win. Keshav Persaud, ’26, was nearly flawless in his 6–0, 6–2 victory over Liam Hayes, ’26. Darius Quintana, ’27, wrapped up singles play in style, dismantling Dylan Araujo, ’27, 6–3, 6–0. Doubles Results: Dhyey Savaliya, ’26, and James Lee, ’27, battled through a tough three-set match to defeat Dennis Antunes, ’27, and Jack Lambert, ’26, 7–6, 5–7, 10–8.

The Mountaineer Staff would like to wish Lile Bekaia a very Happy Birthday!

Employment Opportunity: Circulation Clerk (Part-Time) Library of the Smithfields – Eastern Monroe Public Library 5200 Milford Rd., East Stroudsburg, PA 18302 The Eastern Monroe Public Library is currently accepting applications for a part-time, permanent Circulation Clerk position at the Library of the Smithfields branch. This is not a seasonal role; we are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team on a long-term basis. Position Summary: Classification: Part-Time, Permanent Hours: 10–15 hours per week Schedule Requirements: Evenings and weekends required Minimum Qualifications:

Mount Pocono, PA – The Mount Pocono Borough has officially launched its own Facebook page, marking a new chapter in how the borough connects with residents, businesses, and visitors. The page, which went live this week, will serve as a central hub for timely updates, event announcements, and important public information. From meeting notices and emergency alerts to community events and historical highlights, the borough hopes the page will make staying informed more accessible and engaging than ever before. Residents are encouraged to follow the page to receive real-time updates and participate in community polls, photo submissions, and friendly conversations about the place they call home. To find the page, simply search “Mount Pocono Borough” on Facebook or visit Facebook.

In a historic announcement, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden joined the Pennsylvania Health Care Association and SEIU Healthcare to form a strategic partnership to address the state's long-term care crisis. Lawmakers, nurses, and advocates unite to call for predictable Medicaid funding and workforce investment through House Bill 1310 to support Pennsylvania elders.

Members 1st will also support Pocono’s Military Affairs efforts in becoming the presenting sponsor of the annual Gold Star Families Breakfast and Ceremony. LONG POND, PA (April 24, 2025) – As Members 1st Federal Credit Union celebrates its 75th anniversary, the credit union is proud to partner with Pocono Raceway—a motorsports venue with a substantial economic impact on Pennsylvania and beyond. A study by East Stroudsburg University estimated the Raceway’s annual economic impact at $257.5 million. Over time, the Raceway has contributed more than $2 billion to the Commonwealth’s economy. Each NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono injects an estimated $75–$100 million into Pennsylvania’s economy—on par with the $87 million generated by Penn State Football over an entire home season.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Robert F. Campfield, late of Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, 18302. Letters of Administration in the above Estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted to the estate are required to make payment, and those having claims to present same, without delay to: Administrator: Robert Campfield, Jr. 7711 Sechler Rd. New Tripoli, PA 18066 Attorney: Rebecca L. Bell, Esquire Allerton Bell, P.C. 1095 Ben Franklin Hwy East Douglassville, PA 19518 P - 4/10, 4/17 & 4/24/2025

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 Notice is hereby given that Extra Space Storage will sell at public auction, to satisfy the lien of the owner, personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at location indicated 324 Dartmouth Drive East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 (570) 517 9632 Thursday May 8, 2025, at 10:30 AM. Unit F57 Shannon Charles Unit 2150 Larry Larocca Unit G42 Edwin Jorrin Unit H04 Tabatha Rivera The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:00:00 PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of ANTHONY J. MARTIGNETTI, A/K/A ANTHONY JOSEPH MARTIGNETTI, late of Hamilton Township, Monroe county, 10/07/2024 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 (4) months from the date hereof and to file with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of the Forty-Third Judicial District, Orphans' Court Division, a particular statement of claim, duly verified by an affidavit setting forth and address with the County where notice may be given to Claimant. ANTHONY MARTIGNETTI C/O FARLEY LAW, LLC PO Box 702, Swiftwater, Pa 18370 Michelle F. Farley, Esq. FARLEY LAW, LLC PO BOX 702, SWIFTWATER, PA 18370 PUB: 4/10, 4/17, 4/24/2025