Skip to main content

Monroe County awards various bids

Submitted by john.galt on

The Monroe County Commissioners awarded several bids during their meeting on Nov. 20. A couple of the bids drew comment from a resident.

Resident Anna Lanke questioned the cost of uniforms for the Sheriff’s Department. She said there are about 25 deputies and 10 bailiffs, and the county plans to spend nearly $100,000 for uniforms for them.

She wanted to know their uniforms cost so much more than the officers at the Monroe County Correctional Facility.

Clearing the Air on Route 611 & 715

Submitted by john.galt on

From Pocono Township Facebook page 

We’ve heard the buzz and want to set the record straight—there is NOT a circle or roundabout proposed for the intersection of Route 611 & 715. Instead, the state plans to create a solution that goes through the mountain, improving traffic flow for our community.

In other updates, the current "Welcome to Pocono Township" sign will be coming down. New, updated signs will soon be installed in Bartonsville and Scotrun, bringing a fresh look to our township’s entrances!

East Stroudsburg proposes 29% tax hike for 2025 budget

Submitted by john.galt on

EAST STROUDSBURG, Pa. — The talk of every neighborhood in East Stroudsburg isn't about the weather or the upcoming holidays, it's about another tax hike.

The borough recently announced its proposed 2025 budget, which includes a 29% tax increase.

"That is a big increase for one year; last year, my bill went up from $2,100 to $2,600," said Jim Kelte of East Stroudsburg.

"Wow, that is a lot, that's disgusting," said long time borough resident George Kizer.

Family of Thieves Trying to Steal Frenchie Puppy

Submitted by Editor2 on

Please Read!!

I am posting this video for a few reasons.

One: In an attempt to catch the people who, earlier today (11/24)  tried to steal a little Frenchie puppy from our store, The Puppy Burrow, in Mt. Pocono. If anybody has any information on who this family is, please give The Puppy Burrow a call at 570-580-0405
. Thank you!!

Annual Lighting of the Vineyards at Blue Ridge Winery

Please join us in kicking off the holiday season with our Annual Lighting of the Vineyards and let us make your holidays bright!!

The Vineyard Lighting time will be at approximately 7:30pm. We will be open from 11am-9pm so please feel free to spend the day enjoying wine and live music until the festivities begin or join us whenever you're finished your holiday shopping!

This is a FREE Blue Ridge Winery event with live music, great food vendors, and lots and lots of good cheer!

Pocono Township Annual Tree Lighting

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony - December 6! 

Join us at TLC Park on Friday, December 6, at 7:00 PM as we kick off the holiday season together! Enjoy a magical night full of festive cheer, including:

 Santa’s Arrival on the Fire Truck
 Performance by the PMSD SIS Chorus
 Hot Chocolate & S'mores
 Tree Lighting Countdown

Bring your family, friends, and holiday spirit for a fun-filled evening in the park!

 Date: December 6
 Time: 7:00 PM
 Location: TLC Park, 2658 PA-715, Tannersville, PA 18372