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HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people are dead after a shooting that occurred in Monroe County. According to Pennsylvania State Police, on Monday, March 17, around 10:15 p.m., an unnamed female called 911. Troopers stated the caller was crying while an unnamed man could be heard screaming in the background. Police respond to Wilkes-Barre crash During the call, police say multiple gunshots could be heard. Officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of Heritage Boulevard in Hamilton Township, where they discovered a male and female both with gunshot wounds. The female was pronounced dead at the scene, while the male was taken to a hospital where he was later declared deceased. Police are currently investigating the deaths.

Photo from left to right: Kodai Senga, pitcher for the New York Mets; Hiro Fujiwara, Mets’ interpreter; Dustin Clarke, Mets’ head strength and conditioning coach and East Stroudsburg University graduate; and Pete Alonso, Mets’ first baseman. As the head strength and conditioning coach of the New York Mets, Dustin Clarke ’08 M ’10 relies on the edge he gained in East Stroudsburg University’s exercise science program to maximize the performance of world-class athletes at peak of their profession.

The East Stroudsburg University campus community is rallying behind a student’s effort to raise funding for muscular dystrophy that was inspired by her bond with a nine-year-old boy battling the condition. Alexa Taylor, a junior double majoring in early childhood and elementary education and special education, has partnered with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) to raise $1,200 by selling paper shamrocks through the end of March as part of MDA’s national fundraising campaign. Sold for $1 each, the shamrocks fund research towards finding a cure for muscular dystrophy, a genetic disease that causes progressive muscle weakness and loss of muscle mass, according to the MDA. A portion of each $1 raised also goes towards helping families pay for medical expenses, Taylor said.

SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Officials are asking the community for help in their search for a suspect after an invasion of privacy incident in Monroe County. Courtesy of Pennsylvania State Police On Friday, March 14, shortly after 2:00 p.m., Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Troop N Stroudsburg was called to the incident at the Shawnee Mountain Ski Resort in Smithfield Township. Man found dead after 30-foot fall in Nay Aug Park During their investigation, troopers say they found the victim, a young girl, was filmed/photographed while using the women's restroom.

Welcome to 3 Reasons Why, your guide to making the most of Race Weekend at Pocono Raceway! Just like our legendary three turns at the Tricky Triangle, we’re giving you three not-so-tricky ways to elevate your race day experience. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime fan, this series will help you get the most out of your trip to Pocono. In this edition, we’re kicking things off with one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the action—camping at Pocono! Staying on-site takes your race weekend to the next level, and here’s why: 1. Non-Stop Fun, Day and Night Camping at Pocono isn’t just about having a place to sleep—it’s an all-out experience! From live entertainment and daily activities to driver appearances and bonfires, the excitement never stops.

An annual tradition continues to honor women during Women's History Month in Monroe County. Over 170 high school students got to attend this year's forum. East Stroudsburg South Students interacted with women leaders in the area today. They heard their stories and about the history of women's rights. Guests included the superintendent of East Stroudsburg Area School District as well as state representatives and a female journalist.

The Gallery at 530 on Main Street, Stroudsburg is hosting an art show, “All About Music” until April 5; Friday and Saturday afternoons from 12-4.

Saturday, March 15, was the Ides of March, and around the world, fans of Shakespeare and Roman history have come together to celebrate the day. The date is not a holiday but is a historic event recognizing the death of Julius Caesar who “was a celebrated Roman general and statesman, the conqueror of Gaul (58–50 BCE), victor in the civil war of 49–45 BCE, and dictator (46–44 BCE)”  who was responsible for many political reforms, according to Britannica.

On Friday, Feb 21, the Science Olympiad Club, led by Casey Bogdan, participated in their EPCs at Northhampton Community College with a team of twelve. Then, the team moved on to compete in regionals in the week of March 10 at the Penn State University Wilkes-Barre campus. Many of the Stroudsburg Science Olympiad teams placed in their events. The team did not qualify for states this year, but everyone worked hard. Overall, the team placed seventh, only the top six teams moved on to states. Second place : Air Trajectory – Tobias Ricks, ’26, and Nathan Smith, ’25 Materials Science – Kona Maronpot, ’25, and Peter Leyba, ’25 Fourth Place : Fossils – Mackenzie Dalton, ’25, and Tanya Sathapornwongkul, ’26 Robot Tour – Kona Maronpot, ’25 and Isie Miller, ’26 Ecology – Colton Leeth, ’25 and Mikaela Liptz, ’26

With the expectation of having walking tacos, students made their way to the cafeteria for fourth-period lunch on March 13. What students did not expect to see was a line starting at the door. With looks of disdain plastered across many faces, students grabbed their trays and joined the queue. This served as a preview of what the rest of the lunches would look like. The notorious walking taco lunch at Stroudsburg High School consists of nacho-flavored Doritos covered in beef, corn, and cheese with an optional topping of salsa and sour cream. This meal is served in the Doritos bag and paired with milk and a mandatory fruit, providing students with enough nourishment to get them through the rest of their day. Whether it be the Doritos or the beef, something about this lunch draws students in. The wait time for this lunch can vary between five to ten minutes, whereas many other lunches have a wait time of less than 3  minutes.

One of Stroudsburg’s elementary schools has reached an outstanding milestone: its 100-year anniversary!  B.F. Morey Elementary school, located on West Main Street across from the high school, has been a place of creativity, learning, and acceptance for many students. The school was built in 1925, in honor of Benjamin Franklin Morey, and originally contained eight classrooms from kindergarten through sixth grade.  Benjamin Franklin Morey was born on January 19, 1848. He graduated from the State National School in 1871, and took charge of public schools until 1875, according to B.F. Morey Elementary School. 

The Mountaineer Staff would like to wish Mr. Hibell a Happy Belated Birthday!

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Milford Borough Request for Proposals (RFP) for Garbage Collection Services Milford Borough, Pike County, is requesting proposals from qualified waste management companies to provide garbage collection and recycling services for borough residents and a few commercial properties. The borough will be entering into a contract for the provision of these services, with an anticipated start date of June 1st, 2025. The successful bidder will be responsible for all labor, equipment, and resources necessary to collect, transport, and dispose of waste and possibly recyclables in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Borough anticipates the need for collection from approximately 400 residential households and commercial properties. Deadline: Proposals must be received in a sealed envelope by Friday May 2, 2025, at 4:30 PM in order to be opened and evaluated at our next public meeting.

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 Estate Notice Estate of Prospero James Finamore AKA Jim Finamore, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased. Letters of Administration 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 month from the date hereof and to file with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Forty-third Judicial District, a particular statement of claim duly verified by an affidavit setting forth an address within the County where notice may be given to claimant. C/O Frank Joseph Finamore 130 Starlight Drive Effort, PA 18330 Connie J. Merwine, Esquire 501 New Brodheadsville Blvd N. Brodheadsville, PA 18322 Publication Dates LSOM0259368