LONG POND, Pa. (June 27, 2024) – Pocono Raceway, which hosts the only large-scale Drug Take Back program of its kind in Pennsylvania, will partner with the Office of the Attorney General for a sixth consecutive year to assist in combating the opioid epidemic during its July 12-14 NASCAR race weekend. Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle ... Continue Reading

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As Newswatch 16's Emily Kress explains, people are looking forward to a new space dedicated to the sport in Pocono Township.

Author: Emily Kress
Published: 4:48 PM EDT June 25, 2024

MONROE COUNTY, Pa. — The tennis courts at Mountain View Park in Pocono Township are a favorite spot for Dacosta Smith and his family.

"We always come out here when the weather is good. We've been playing out here for 20 years or so," said Smith.

But in recent years, a new game has taken over the court.

This July, our library branches offer a wide range of engaging programs tailored for adults, ensuring there’s something for everyone. From book clubs and crafting sessions to health booths and educational talks, you’ll find numerous opportunities to learn, socialize, and have fun. Highlights include movie matinees, gardening advice, drone workshops, and chair yoga. Whether you’re into reading, crafting, or exploring

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DELAWARE WATER GAP (WOLF) —

National Park areas with bodies of water allow people to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors and that’s what the Delaware Water Gap aims to achieve for it's visitors.

But last week, they received a report of an oil sheen on Hidden Lake near the park headquarters. Now, they're reminding people the park is not an area to change their oil.

Monroe County Reporter

Residents in the Poconos have been experiencing significant issues with Verizon Wireless service, leading to a surge in complaints about dropped calls, poor signal quality, and inconsistent service. The widespread frustration has prompted some, including the Barrett Township Supervisors, to switch from Verizon to T-Mobile, signaling a notable shift in the community's response to the ongoing problems.

A Tobyhanna man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a Wilkes University dorm room several years ago was convicted at trial this week of misdemeanor sex offenses.

The jury deliberated for a little less than four hours Tuesday evening before finding Khylen Rasul Shoffner, 28, guilty on misdemeanor counts of indecent assault of an unconscious person, indecent assault without consent, indecent exposure and harassment.

Jurors deadlocked on the most serious charges Shoffner faced, aggravated indecent assault and another felony count of indecent assault.

PIKE COUNTY, Pa. — A bus driver from Pike County turned herself in to police after allegedly endangering children.

Police say Kerry Sullivan was driving a school bus in Lehman Township back in April when she suddenly slammed on the brakes.

Nearly 40 children on the bus were thrown from the impact.

Two kids were taken to the hospital.

Sullivan is a bus driver for the East Stroudsburg School District.

She faces assault and harassment charges in Pike County.