Stroudsburg Borough

EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — A hiking expedition came to a tragic end for a young Monroe County man in New Hampshire.

Authorities in New Hampshire say it happened Friday on Mount Madison in the White Mountains National Forest Presidential Range.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man is wanted by Pennsylvania State Police in Stroudsburg for a reported theft.

PSP is looking for James Gerald Bruner (pictured below) who was recently accused of being involved in a theft of internet and phone communication line.

MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Troop N wishes to remind the Monroe County area of a current scam impacting the community.

Usually, the scammers will contact you by phone and explain that your loved one, they may even know their name, typically a grandchild, is in trouble or currently in jail.

The scammers will often tell victims not to talk to anyone about the phone call as it will be an embarrassment to the family. They will then tell you that your loved one will be released from jail in exchange for cash.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Stroud Area Regional Police Department has identified a suspect in a shooting that took place in Stroudsburg last month.

According to police on Thursday, July 27, around 1:21 a.m., officers were notified of a shooting that just occurred at the intersection of North 6th Street and Main Street in Stroudsburg.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A State Treasurer, Stacy Garrity stopped by Monroe County Monday and announced that more than $28 million is owed to Monroe County residents.

It is part of the state's unclaimed property being held in a vault in the State Capitol. In total, Pennsylvania State Treasury is holding $4.5 billion in unclaimed property.

Garrity, along with State Senator Rosemary Brown are working together to encourage Pennsylvanians to begin the claim process.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The summer season has many enjoying the great outdoors, especially in areas like the Pocono Mountains.

But you may come into contact with dangerous wildlife.Susquehanna River raft makes waves on social media

The beautiful views of Mount Tammany, a popular hiking spot in the Poconos is currently closed due to a spike in black bear activity.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The summer season has many enjoying the great outdoors, especially in areas like the Pocono Mountains.

But you may come into contact with dangerous wildlife.Susquehanna River raft makes waves on social media

The beautiful views of Mount Tammany, a popular hiking spot in the Poconos is currently closed due to a spike in black bear activity.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are investigating a shooting after an altercation between a group caused shots fired in Stroudsburg Thursday.

According to the Stroud Area Regional Police Department, around 1:00 a.m. officers were called to the 600 block of Main Street for shots fired.

An investigation showed the shots took place on North 6th Street after a physical altercation with a group of people. Officers said they located one bullet hole in a nearby business. 

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The summer season has many enjoying the great outdoors, especially in areas like the Pocono Mountains.

But you may come into contact with dangerous wildlife.

The beautiful views of Mount Tammany, a popular hiking spot in the Poconos is currently closed due to a spike in black bear activity.

Court Rules in Favor of Township in Fire Company Dispute Orders TTVFC to Surrender Vehicles, Equipment, and Firehouses JUL 12 2023 3PM STROUDSBURG – A…

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says it is against regulations to release an eagle with only one foot.

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — The federal government forced an animal rescue in the Poconos to euthanize a golden eagle overnight, a big surprise for those who cared for the bird.

A month ago, we told you about a golden eagle recovering at an animal shelter in Monroe County.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service says it is against regulations to release an eagle with only one foot.

STROUDSBURG, Pa. — The federal government forced an animal rescue in the Poconos to euthanize a golden eagle overnight, a big surprise for those who cared for the bird.

A month ago, we told you about a golden eagle recovering at an animal shelter in Monroe County.

Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden co-hosted her 5th Women’s Expo with Rep. Tarah Probst in Stroudsburg, Monroe County, on Saturday, June 24. Madden and her staff worked hard with Probst and her staff to bring over 80 vendors providing a variety of resources that the women of Monroe County can use to improve their family’s lives.

Pa. state Rep. Tarah Probst co-hosted Rep. Maureen Madden’s 5th Women’s Expo in Stroudsburg, Monroe County. Probst and her staff worked hard with Madden to bring over 80 vendors providing a variety of resources that the women of Monroe County can use to improve their family’s lives.

MONROE COUNTY, Pa. — It’s not every day the Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife (formerly Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center) near Stroudsburg takes in a golden eagle, let alone one with a missing foot.

“When we first looked at the foot, I was almost in disbelief that something could have healed that well—no infection, no necrosis. It completely healed over,” said Janine Tancredi, the center’s executive director.

MONROE COUNTY, Pa. — It’s not every day the Wilderz at Pocono Wildlife (formerly Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center) near Stroudsburg takes in a golden eagle, let alone one with a missing foot.

“When we first looked at the foot, I was almost in disbelief that something could have healed that well—no infection, no necrosis. It completely healed over,” said Janine Tancredi, the center’s executive director.

Check out this photo gallery from this amazing production!

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Stroudsburg Prom 2023 occurred May 27 at Penn’s Peak in Jim Thorpe!

Enjoy the photo gallery!

TikTok. 

I’m sure it needs no introduction. With its endless videos tailored explicitly to your interests, TikTok has captivated audiences, especially those of Millennials and Gen-Z. 

TikTok and social media alike have become integral parts of everyday life. Teens have grown accustomed to this new digital world. TikTok has launched entire careers, not just of Content Creators or Influencers, but of Social Media Managers and aspiring business owners who use TikTok to promote their small businesses. 

On Tuesday, December 19, 2023 there will be a Public Hearing for Ordinance 1401-23 for the 2024 Budget at 7:15PM during the regularly scheduled Borough Council Meeting. Click on Link below to view the Public Hearing Notice and the proposed 2024 Budget.

2024 Proposed Budget & Public Hearing Notice

The Borough has declared a Snow Emergency as of 6AM Saturday, January 6, 2024. The Snow Emergency will remail in effect until 8AM Monday, January 8, 2024.

Snow Emergency Routes are marked with signs. A Snow Emergency is declared and put into effect to enable the removal of snow by Borough Public Works crews on the Snow Emergency Routes.

Do Not Park on the Snow Emergency Routes or on the wrong side of the street.

ALL VEHICLES ILLEGALLY PARKED WILL BE TICKETED AND TOWED AT THE OWNERS EXPENSE.

At a rally Thursday in Stroudsburg to support safe staffing, state Rep. Maureen Madden, D-Monroe, said mandated nurse-to-patient ratios save lives, improve quality of care, and are good for not only patients, but for the staff who take care of them. Madden called on supporters of safe staffing to contact their legislators about passing HB106, the Patient Safety Act, and ensuring better healthcare for the workers and the patients.

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