Stroud Township, PA – June 10, 2025The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is considering issuing permits to PennDOT for a major portion of the I-80 expansion project through Stroud Township—clearing the way for construction activities that include filling wetlands, disturbing… Read More
Brigitte Meyer recently posted on her Facebook account: "If you've run into me during this campaign at all, you have probably heard me talk about data centers as the “next big thing” I expect to hit the Poconos, like the warehouse boom of the last several years.Well, here we are. On May 19, Pocono… Read More
If you’ve opened your local tax bill recently and felt your stomach drop — you’re not alone.Residents across the Poconos and throughout Pennsylvania are seeing steep increases in their property tax bills this year. Many assume their local township or borough raised taxes — but in most cases, it’s… Read More
Hamilton Township, PA — April 10, 2025An investigation is underway at Hamilton Elementary School following an incident that occurred during the first-grade lunch period on Wednesday, April 9th. According to a letter sent home to parents, a staff member was observed placing blue painter’s tape on… Read More
From: Erica Harris, Monroe County ParentAs a parent and resident of Monroe County, I am compelled to speak out against Stroudsburg High School’s current disciplinary policies—particularly the decision to bar students from attending prom due to minor infractions such as being late to class or… Read More
A recent discussion at the Pleasant Valley School Board meeting has brought attention to Monroe County’s acceptance of the FY 23-24 Violence Intervention and Prevention (VIP) Grant. The grant, which covers the period from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2027, amounts to $695,286 and was approved and… Read More
Another update from Mike Mancuso, District Attorney on Clover Road Emerald Lakes Homicide. Read the content of his Facebook post here:The investigation into the homicidal shooting at a short term rental in Emerald Lakes on January 12, 2025 continues.Last month seven defendants, all charged with… Read More
Too many massive warehouses: That was the message residents in one local county wanted lawmakers to hear on Monday.They’re concerned the structures are threatening the natural beauty of the area, and they want the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to put a stop to a proposal to build… Read More
Many taxpayers were under the impression that state funding would offset school property taxes. It seems we've all been hoodwinked. We send our legislators to Harrisburg to work on our behalf, and now we're told that we're being misled. State funding MUST be linked to reducing school property taxes… Read More
Cara Rogan is a man pretending to be a woman who is on the board of supervisors for Coolbaugh Township in PA. He harassed a lady at a pharmacy who was trying to pick up medicine and became aggressive after being called "sir." Watch video here! Viewer Discretion AdvisedCOOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP BOARD… Read More
Cassadi Newsome, 19, walked out of district court covering his face after waiving his preliminary hearing Tuesday morning.He's accused of sexually assaulting three children at Inch by Inch Child Care on Route 940 in Pocono Summit.Police say Newsome started working at the daycare in July of 2024… Read More
PPL Electric Utilities has disclosed a data breach.It's tied to the 2023 breach involving MOVEit, a type of file transfer software. Hackers were able to steal files from companies and agencies around the world, including the U.S. Department of Energy. A Russian ransomware group has claimed… Read More
On January 14, 2025, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) quietly approved a stormwater permit for Core 5’s proposed warehouse on Warner Road in Pocono Township. However, the public was not informed of this decision until February 1, raising concerns that the delay may… Read More
East Stroudsburg residents are voicing their frustration after the Borough Council approved a 29% property tax hike at their December 17, 2024, meeting. Concerned citizens argue that the council has failed to explore viable alternatives before placing the financial burden squarely on the shoulders… Read More
Mike Mancuso, District Attorney just posted on Facebook details on Clover Road Emerald Lakes Homicide. Read the content of his post here: Last Sunday January 12, I left home during the Eagles Packers playoff game heading to a murder scene to help the Pocono Mountain Regional Police.… Read More
East Stroudsburg seems determined to burden its residents with a staggering 29% property tax hike—one councilwoman even proposed raising it to 40%. It’s as though this borough has never met a property tax it didn’t like.At the December 2024 East Stroudsburg Council meeting, residents were presented… Read More
Pocono Mountain School District (PMSD) has announced that it was informed of a cybersecurity breach involving its third-party vendor, PowerSchool, on January 8, 2025. PowerSchool, a widely used student information database provider serving over 18,000 school organizations across the United States,… Read More
The Democrat County Commissioner is on videotape voting twice. The Democrat Attorney General, referenced in the story, refused to press charges. We no longer have a Democrat Attorney General. 
At the December 17, 2024, East Stroudsburg Borough Council meeting, residents expressed outrage over a proposed 29% property tax increase. The meeting highlighted a striking financial disparity: non-taxable properties, including hospitals, East Stroudsburg University (ESU), and public schools,… Read More
We have received a response (link to previous article) from Kelly Lewis, Borough Manager of East Stroudsburg Borough:2025 Budget Question & Answers (Q&A):East Stroudsburg Borough Independent Audits are posted on the Borough website. When the 2023 Audit is received and accepted by… Read More
State police say Matthew Morales shot and killed a patron last spring at a bar and then fled to UtahAuthor: Joe KohutPublished: 1:08 PM EST December 8, 2024Updated: 1:08 PM EST December 8, 2024FacebookSTROUDSBURG, Pa. — The man accused of homicide for killing someone earlier this year at a bar in… Read More
Zoning enforcement is an essential part of maintaining order and safety in our communities, but in Monroe County, there has been growing concern about the use of third-party contractors to handle these responsibilities. While municipalities are tasked with enforcing local zoning laws, some have… Read More
Update: This letter has received a response from Borough Manager of East Stroudsburg BoroughThe East Stroudsburg Borough Council has proposed a staggering 29% property tax increase for 2025, sparking outrage and concern among residents. This comes on the heels of a 15% tax hike in 2024, totaling… Read More
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… Read More
