7 Arrested In Healthcare Fraud Scheme Including 1 From East Stroudsburg
Seven people have been indicted on conspiracy charges for committing health care fraud involving “foot baths.” The scheme involved billing health insurance for unnecessary prescription drug combinations marketed as foot soak treatments. The suspects, including 43 year old Melissa Driscoll of East Stroudsburg, are accused of using pharmacies here in Pennsylvania to process fraudulent orders. […]
Read MoreKohberger Attorneys Now Challenging PA Arrest
Defense attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, accused of killing four Idaho students, are now challenging his arrest here in Pennsylvania. They claim law enforcement violated his rights during his December 2022 arrest in Monroe County, citing unlawful entry and failure to provide him promptly with his Miranda Rights. Despite the claims, local officials maintain that the […]
Read MoreInterstate Crash Claims Cresco Man
A Monroe County man is dead following a four-vehicle crash on I-81 in East Hanover Township, near Harrisburg. State police say 27-year-old James Stokes of Cresco was a passenger in an SUV that struck a tractor-trailer after it was rear-ended by another truck. The collision pushed the SUV into the left lane, where it was […]
Read MorePocono Commuters To Face Stiff Toll To Enter NYC
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced plans to revive New York City’s controversial congestion pricing program. Under the revised plan, tolls for most vehicles entering lower Manhattan during peak hours will drop from $15 to $9. The plan could start as early as next year but is still pending approval from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority […]
Read MoreState Funding Will Support Upcoming NASCAR Events In Monroe County
The NASCAR Cup Series in Monroe County is eceiving state funding to support upcoming events. The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau will get $250,000 for the NASCAR race, which generates around $100 million for the region. The grant is part of a broader $5 million investment to support major sporting events across Pennsylvania.
Read MoreCasey Still Won’t Concede… Launching Costly Re-Count
Pennsylvania’s U.S. Senate race between incumbent Bob Casey and GOP challenger Dave McCormick will now head to a recount, although McCormick’s lead still stands at about 29,000 votes. The recount will start by November 20 and conclude by November 26. Meanwhile, Casey has not conceded, and McCormick’s campaign argues the recount is unnecessary and costly. […]
Read MoreTemporary Homeless Camp Approved In Stroudsburg
Monroe County has approved a temporary homeless encampment behind Glen Park in Stroudsburg. The decision comes as the area’s homeless population has grown over the past year. The initiative, led by Street2Feet, aims to provide a designated space for those in need while county officials work on long-term housing solutions.
Read MoreInvestigation Into Fatal Monroe County Crash Lead To Charges Against Truck Driver
The truck driver involved in a deadly crash on Route 33 in Monroe County last year is facing charges, including three counts of homicide by vehicle. The crash occurred in March 2023 when a tractor-trailer crossed the median, hitting oncoming traffic near Saylorsburg. Three people were killed. Following an investigation, that truck driver was arraigned […]
Read MoreRepairs Shut Down Delaware Water Gap Welcome Center
The Delaware Water Gap Welcome Center is closed for roof repairs and facility evaluations after damage was discovered inside the building. Monroe County officials are assessing the extent of the damage to develop a repair plan. The center will remain closed until further notice.
Read MorePedestrian Killed In Blakeslee
A 63-year-old Blakeslee man is dead after being struck by a vehicle while trying to cross Route 115 on Monday evening. Clifton Little was hit by a vehicle driven by Neil Telafor of Blakeslee in the northbound lane. Little was pronounced dead at the scene. Pocono Mountain Regional Police are investigating, but so far, no […]
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