Antlerless Deer License Changes
Lawmakers in Harrisburg have passed legislation that will bring an end to the “pink envelopes” for antlerless deer hunters. It means Pennsylvania deer hunters could simply purchase their antlerless deer licenses over the counter or online at www.huntfish.pa.gov. It now heads to the Governor’s desk, and if it is signed, it will go into effect […]
Read MoreFatal Crash Caused By Gas Main Eruption
An investigation by the Monroe County District Attorney into a crash that killed a woman on Christmas Day in 2020, has determined that it was caused by the eruption of a gas main. It happened December 25, 2020, around 1:30am in Swiftwater. A passenger in the vehicle, 33-year-old, Ana Abreau died. Investigators said no evidence […]
Read MoreMan Gets Testy After Car Repairs Took A Bit Longer Than Expected
A 55 year old man has been arrested after being accused of pulling a gun on workers at a Monroe County garage for not finishing work on his car. The man’s name has not yet been released, but his is now in the Monroe County Prison after the incident that took place at Pocono Auto […]
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Still No Winner!
Nobody won the estimated $825 Million Powerball grand prize Saturday. That means the next drawing that will be held tonight will be for $1 billion… the second-largest in U.S. history. The one time cash payout will be an estimated $497.3 million.
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Pocono Man Scammed
State Police at Fern Ridge are investigating after a Monroe County man claimed he lost money in a Publisher’s Clearing House scam. Police say the 69 year old man from Effort purchased and sent $500 worth of gift cards before realizing he was being scammed. So far, no arrests.
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Watch Out For Trick Or Treaters Tonight
Many local municipalities are holding trick or treating tonight. That means lots of kids out there running around, often wearing costumes that not only restrict their vision, but may also make it difficult for you to see them. Slow down and stay alert!
Read MoreBank Robber Sentenced To 5 Years Behind Bars
A man was sentenced to 5 years in prison yesterday, for his part in an armed bank robbery that took place in Monroe County in 2021. 44 year old Michael Muse of Brooklyn, New York previously pled guilty to committing an armed robbery of the ESSA Bank in Middle Smithfield Township. During the robbery, in […]
Read MoreAmtrak Restoring Passenger Service From PA To New York City
$3.7 million has now been earmarked for the development of a new passenger rail line to go from Northeastern Pennsylvania, through the Poconos to New York City. The funding will be provided to the Monroe County Industrial Development Authority to help Amtrak restore passenger rail services to The Big Apple. Amtrak predicts route will inject […]
Read MorePonzi Scheme Operator Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison
A man was in federal court in the Middle District of Pennsylvania on Thursday, to learn his fate for his part in a nationwide Ponzi scheme. 42 year old Perry Santillo of Rochester, NY was sentenced to 20 years in prison for mail fraud. Santillo previously pleaded guilty, admitting as part of a plea deal, […]
Read MoreEnd Of An Era In Tannersville
Hundreds of people came away with pieces of real Pocono History recently, when the legendary Tannersville Inn opened… in a way anyway… for the last time ever. Last weekend, hundreds of items, including beer signs, tables, barstools, furniture, and more at the Tannersville Inn were auctioned off in a live auction. The Tannersville Inn began […]
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