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COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, FORTY-THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT ORPHANS’ COURT DIVISION The following Executors, Administrators, Trustees, or Guardians have filed Accounts and Statements of Proposed Distribution in the Office of the Clerk of the Orphans’ Court Division: In Re: TRUST UNDER DEED OF VIVIEN B. GROODY DATED DECEMBER 29, 1999 First and Final Account of PNC Bank, National Association Successor Trustee NOTICE All parties interested are notified that the above Accounts and Statements of Proposed Distribution will be presented for Confirmation to a Judge of the Orphan’s Court on 3rd day of June 2024, at 9:30 A.M. All objections to the above Account and/or Statements of Proposed Distribution must be filed with the Clerk of Court of the Orphans’ Court Division before the above specified time. /s/ GEORGE J. WARDEN Clerk of Orphans’ Court

Carol Hillestad
Poconos /
| 14 May 2024 | 11:08

We humans love to belong — to families, clans, societies, friend groups, clubs and congregations of all kinds.

Some of us also long for another kind of connection: a connection with the natural world, with its rhythms and peace, its forests and wetlands and wildlife, its profound beauty.

By Emily Allegrucci,

1 day ago

POCONO MANOR, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A local rental property in the Poconos is stirring up controversy for much more than noise complaints.

The property has been a point of contention for its lack of licensing to operate as a rental, but neighbors have more concerns than what’s on paper.

We first heard about this property at a Pocono Township hearing on April 23 addressing its lack of permits .

The hearing was scheduled to continue this evening but was canceled due to the property owners settling with the township.

Locals thought this was a win at first, but soon saw the cycle was repeating itself.

Monroe County: Upcoming Road Work

05/16/2024

County:  Monroe

Municipality:  Stroud Twp.

Road name:  PA 191

Between:  PA 447  and Mill Creek Road

Type of work:  Inspection

Work being done by:  PennDOT Bridge Inspection Forces

Type of restriction:  Daytime

Restriction:  Northbound lane restriction. 

Start date:  6/18/24

Est completion date:  6/18/24

Restrictions in effect (time of day):  08:00 AM To 03:00 PM

Will rain cause delays?  Yes

Change/Update:  

County:  Monroe

Municipality:  Coolbaugh Township

Road name:  Locust Ridge Road

Between:  PA 940 and PA 940

Type of work:  Bridge Repair

Work being done by:  PennDOT Maintenance Forces

Type of restriction:  Daytime

Join us at the Hughes Library Community Room for our Children & Teen’s Used Book Sale, organized by the esteemed Friends of the Eastern Monroe Public Library.

Discover a diverse selection of books and more, ranging from captivating adventures to heartwarming tales, sure to delight readers of all ages. With enticing prices, this event promises fantastic finds for every book enthusiast.

By participating in our book sale, you’re not only indulging in your passion for reading but also contributing to the flourishing of our library. The ongoing fundraising efforts of the Friends of the Eastern Monroe Public Library support a variety of essential services and library projects, enhancing the overall experience for our patrons.

Mark your calendars for this special event:

Safety concerns continue as a new investigation is underway at the Monroe County Jail.

Allegations are circling about contraband continuing to make its way into the prison in Snydersville.

Some Monroe County Corrections Officers remain in fear for their lives.

But we’re told the administration is starting to work with them when it comes to their safety.

Monroe County Corrections Officer Hero says, "Like fentanyl, a little bit of that gets in the air, I’m sure we’ve all seen those videos of police officers doing traffic stops and overdosing. That could very well happen to us during a cell search and I want to go home and see my children tonight."

Fentanyl is just one of the substances that is possibly being brought into the Monroe County Correctional Facility.

A new program in Monroe County to help veterans get a hand up on the homefront is not getting the response organizers hoped they'd receive. Officials need to get the word out to reach more servicemen and women. News13's Nicole Walters shares what "Walk In Wednesday" is about.

Bags of nonperishable food items are checked this morning inside Paul’s House in Jonas. The Valor Clinic Foundation has many lined up and ready to go for "Walk In Wednesday."

Valor Clinic Founder Mark Baylis says, "This is the third month. It seems like we’re starting to get a little uptick. We’ve had a few more people than we’ve had in the past. That’s great so we’re going to keep running it."

Army Veteran Victor Arocho recently moved to Tamaqua and is one of those people stopping by today.