Concerned Citizens
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: Last Sunday January 12, I left home during the Eagles Packers playoff game heading to a murder scene to help the Pocono Mountain Regional Police. Prior to arrival I contacted Detective Mario Orlando from my office and had him coordinate with Pocono… Read MorePosted on:
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.At the December 2024 East Stroudsburg Council meeting, residents were presented with a dog-and-pony show about the “proposed” budget. Yet, amidst all the talk, no one suggested… Read MorePosted on:
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. Posted on:
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. The meeting highlighted a striking financial disparity: non-taxable properties, including hospitals, East Stroudsburg University (ESU), and public schools, account for an estimated $3-$4 billion in property value, while taxable properties total only $400… Read MorePosted on:
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. This decision has… Read MorePosted on:
Pocono Mountain School District Student Information Exposed in Cybersecurity Breach
Pocono Mountain School District (PMSD) has announced that it was informed of a cybersecurity breach involving its third-party vendor, PowerSchool, on January 8, 2025. PowerSchool, a widely used student information database provider serving over 18,000 school organizations across the United States, reported the breach and has launched a forensic audit to determine the extent of the damage.At this… Read MorePosted on:
2025 Budget Question & Answers (Q&A): East Stroudsburg Borough
We have received a response (link to previous article) from Kelly Lewis, Borough Manager of East Stroudsburg Borough:2025 Budget Question & Answers (Q&A):East Stroudsburg Borough Independent Audits are posted on the Borough website. When the 2023 Audit is received and accepted by Borough Council the 2023 Audit will be posted on the website. The 2024 independent audit cannot be… Read MorePosted on:
East Stroudsburg Residents Demand Transparency on Proposed 29% Tax Hike
Update: This letter has received a response from Borough Manager of East Stroudsburg BoroughThe East Stroudsburg Borough Council has proposed a staggering 29% property tax increase for 2025, sparking outrage and concern among residents. This comes on the heels of a 15% tax hike in 2024, totaling nearly a 50% increase in property taxes over two years.For many, this significant financial burden… Read MorePosted on:
Monroe County awards various bids
The Monroe County Commissioners awarded several bids during their meeting on Nov. 20. A couple of the bids drew comment from a resident.Resident Anna Lanke questioned the cost of uniforms for the Sheriff’s Department. She said there are about 25 deputies and 10 bailiffs, and the county plans to spend nearly $100,000 for uniforms for them.She wanted to know their uniforms cost so much more than… Read MorePosted on:
Clearing the Air on Route 611 & 715
From Pocono Township Facebook page We’ve heard the buzz and want to set the record straight—there is NOT a circle or roundabout proposed for the intersection of Route 611 & 715. Instead, the state plans to create a solution that goes through the mountain, improving traffic flow for our community.In other updates, the current "Welcome to Pocono Township" sign will be coming down. New,… Read MorePosted on:
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