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Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden joined Gov. Tom Wolf and fellow lawmakers at a news conference in support of keeping people in their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Madden is the sponsor of multiple bills in the Safe At Home package designed to protect people in Monroe County and across Pennsylvania from evictions and home foreclosure. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Nachelle Davis Nachelle Davis, 50, of Stroudsburg, has been arrested and charged with drug delivery resulting in death, involuntary manslaughter, possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance and criminal use of a communication facility in the January 2020 death of Ashley Pinero.This case was a result of an investigation led by Monroe County District Attorney’s Office Detective Kim Lippincott into the death of 37 year old Ashley Pinero of Stroudsburg from a fentanyl overdose.

During a joint public hearing with the House and Senate Education Committees on safely reopening schools, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden discusses the importance of increasing our testing capacity and using additional facilities like community centers to safely educate our students this fall. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

In the latest episode of Monroe Matters, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden highlights the latest COVID-19 resources, discusses her bill that would help provide relief to renters and homeowners and gives viewers an inside look at the new Pocono Organics. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Preserving & Teaching Heritage SkillsHello Folks, Aunt Eunice here. Well, in my last message I said August would be as busy as July and so far I am right on the money! Besides the historic tour last week, we have had bake oven highlights, a pottery highlight, a visit from the beekeeper with some of his bees and Saturday was Heritage Craft Day. Heritage Craft Day is a summer event that offers a close up look at a number of the traditional craft and trade skills of the 19th century. As part of our farm museum’s mission, we are tasked with preserving this kind of knowledge. There were rye straw basket and hat makers here, spinning and weaving was demonstrated, and the bobbin lace and tatting ladies shared their versions of lace making. The potter was at her wheel, there was quilling which is a paper craft and quilting as well. There was puppet making for the children, the men folk were making rope and the bake oven was busy turning out loaves of whole wheat bread.

Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden hosted a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing to discuss her eviction mitigation legislation. These bills would require landlords to create a payment plan option for tenants, prohibit landlords from charging late fees on rent payments, and create a landlord-tenant mediation and counseling program. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Pigs, Horses, & More Farm Animal FriendsHello Folks, Aunt Eunice here. I am sorry it’s been a while since I have written to you. With July arriving, I have been busier than a farmer trying to catch a litter of rowdy piglets! Speaking of piglets, our sow Sweetie Pie had a litter of sixteen last month. Whew!! That is quite a large number as she only has the spigots to feed fourteen. She is a great mother though and all of them have thrived. Now that the babies are eating on their own and have grown a good amount the majority have found a home at another farm. Last week, our new heritage breed boar arrived at the farm. He was a bit shy about exiting the trailer into his new home, but with some coaxing (and food) he decided to enter the pig barn. Our sow Bertha was there to greet him and they have become good companions. We have named the boar Max and he is a fine fellow.

James Bell The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that James R. Bell, age 28, of Newark, New Jersey, was indicted on July 14, 2020, by a federal grand jury with drug distribution resulting in death.According to United States Attorney David J. Freed, the Indictment alleges that Bell conspired with others to knowingly and intentionally distribute and possess with intent to distribute controlled substances, fentanyl and heroin, within the Middle District of Pennsylvania, resulting in the death of a person.

Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden spoke in opposition to House Bill 2025. Favoring stronger legislation to protect the environment, Madden believes the bill doesn't provide any real measures. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Many Pennsylvanians are facing hardships related to COVID-19, including the possibility of losing their home or being evicted from their apartment due to financial issues. Pa. state Reps. Maureen Madden and Mike Schlossberg are addressing this issue with a Tenant Eviction Mitigation bill package. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

As we celebrate Pride Month in June, Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden says there is still much work to be done in the fight for LGBTQ equality and highlights legislation currently stalled in the House that would address many of these important issues. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden participated in the grand opening of Pocono Organics, an organic farm, food market, and cafe bringing an educational and nutritional experience to Monroe County. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Calling our Community To Action Last week, the world watched as another unarmed black man was killed by a police officer in front of witnesses and on camera. The fact this happened during a global pandemic has amplified the inequities in public health access and economic equality embedded in our culture.

Calling our Community To Action Last week, the world watched as another unarmed black man was killed by a police officer in front of witnesses and on camera. The fact this happened during a global pandemic has amplified the inequities in public health access and economic equality embedded in our culture.

Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden joined over 2,000 community members for a peaceful march to honor George Floyd and all the innocent black lives lost to senseless violence. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden sits down with Rep. Steve Samuelson to discuss the importance of redistricting reform in Pennsylvania and highlight legislation aimed at ending gerrymandering. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Pa. state Rep. Maureen Madden discusses her opposition to Senate Bill 613, saying that we must follow the guidance of our medical experts and not rush to re-open businesses and our economy. More at http://www.pahouse.com/Madden

Ah, the Pocono Mountains! Many an east coast family ventures to these mountains with forested peaks in Pennsylvania every year. That’s because it’s the perfect laid-back family vacation, with everything from horseback and go-karts to water slides and water parks. With so much to do, it can be a bit overwhelming.  That’s why we’ve compiled … 16 Best Things to Do in the Poconos with Kids in 2023 Read More »

Ah, the Pocono Mountains! Many an east coast family ventures to these mountains with forested peaks in Pennsylvania every year. That’s because it’s the perfect laid-back family vacation, with everything from horseback and go-karts to water slides and water parks. With so much to do, it can be a bit overwhelming.  That’s why we’ve compiled … 16 Best Things to Do in the Poconos with Kids in 2024 Read More »

Note: This article was originally posted on BarrettCommunity.com   This article features a question & answer between myself and Judy Linder, Barrett Tax Collector, regarding the 2020 millage and how it fits into the county-wide reassessment.