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Clover Road Emerald Lakes Homicide
Mike Mancuso, District Attorney just posted on Facebook details on Clover Road Emerald Lakes Homicide. Read the content of his post here:
East Stroudsburg’s Tax Hike Crisis: Time to Hold Tax-Exempt Properties Accountable
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.
Monroe County Commissioner votes twice in PA
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. 
Tax Increase Approved For Monroe County Residents
Taxes are going up significantly next year for all Monroe County residents.
The Monroe County Commissioners approved next year’s budget at a special meeting this morning. Residents can expect an over 37 percent tax increase.
And we’re told another reassessment is necessary as property values have gone up proportionally…
Outrage in East Stroudsburg Over Proposed 29% Property Tax Hike
At the December 17, 2024, East Stroudsburg Borough Council meeting, residents expressed outrage over a proposed 29% property tax increase.
Monroe County Zoning Enforcement: Are Third-Party Zoning Officers the Right Choice?
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 opted to outsource the role of zoning enforcement officer to private companies.
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Monroe County crash shuts down part of I-380 | wnep.com
Monroe County crash shuts down part of I-380 | wnep.com
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PHOTOS: Firefighters battle Huntington Township fire as winter storm rages
HUNTINGTON TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — As snow falls across northeastern Pennsylvania, firefighters were called to action in Huntington Township. At around 3:00 p.m., Huntington Valley Volunteer Fire Company and multiple other fire crews were called to the unit block of Ftorkowski Road in Huntington Township for a reported fire incident. Battling red-hot flames in [...]
ARREST: Swartz, Karen E - (1) count DUI drug general impairment (M) and 2 additional
Swartz, Karen E (1) count DUI drug general impairment (M)PA 75 3334 Turning Signals & Required Movements75 4524 B Obstructed Window (S) Age 53
Part of I-380 northbound reopened after crash
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A portion of Interstate 380 is now reopened after a multi-vehicle crash occurred Sunday afternoon, according to PA-511. According to Monroe County Communications Center, crews were called to the mile marker 10 on I-380 NB for a reported multi-vehicle crash just before 1:00 p.m. Officials say that multiple people are [...]
WARRANT: HARPER, JERRY DEAN - (1 count) Fleeing and Attempting to Elude Police Officer
HARPER, JERRY DEAN (1 count) Fleeing and Attempting to Elude Police Officer (F3)(1 Count) Recklessly Endangering Another Person (M2) & 5 Summary Violations
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Snowboarders shredding for a cause
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Snowboarders are shredding for a cause this weekend in the Poconos. They took to the slopes of Camelback Mountain Saturday to support the national non-profit Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) at an annual event at Camelback Resort. The foundation stresses prevention through living a healthy active lifestyle, encouraging testing [...]
PA Game Commission regulates wildlife shelter amid avian flu
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A wildlife shelter in NEPA has been assisting in stopping the spread, but the Pennsylvania Game Commission has stepped in to regulate their efforts or they'll fine them. The Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center received a letter today from the Pennsylvania Game Commission claiming the facility has been committing a [...]
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