Kohberger Facing Possible Trial Date In June 2025
A judge is eyeing a June 2025 trial date for Bryan Kohberger, the Poconos man accused in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students. Nearly three years after the tragedy shook Moscow, Idaho, the judge plans to allocate three months for the high-profile trial next summer.
Read MoreEnd Of The Line For Convicted Pocono Embezzler
A former assistant controller from Monroe County, Tammy Simpson, has been sentenced for embezzling millions from a local metal salvage company. Simpson, of Pocono Lake, misused her position at Triad Metals International over a seven-year period, diverting funds for personal expenses and loans. She mus pay restitution of more than $3.9 million.
Read MoreSandusky Seeks New Trial
Convicted child abuser Jerry Sandusky is seeking a new trial. His legal team presented new evidence at a state appeals court hearing in Harrisburg on Wednesday, however, judges questioned the admissibility of this evidence, noting it had been addressed previously. No decision was made. Sandusky’s counsel indicated they might appeal to the state supreme court […]
Read MoreStorms Bring Many Power Outages
The powerful storm that swept through the Lehigh Valley and the Poconos on Wednesday, knocked down trees and power lines. More than 47,000 customers were left without power in Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, Schuylkill, and Monroe Counties. Crews are working to restore power and clear the debris.
Read MoreMore Details Released On Monroe Kidnappings And Assaults
Chilling new details emerged Wednesday evening in a harrowing kidnapping case here in Monroe County. Pennsylvania State Police have arrested two men accused of holding four women captive in shipping containers. Investigators say the victims were reportedly bound, raped, and traumatized after witnessing a shooting. Monroe County District Attorney Mike Mancuso described the situation as […]
Read MoreNew Traffic Pattern Begins Today In East Stroudsburg
Beginning today, Crystal Street in East Stroudsburg will become a one-way southbound street from Analomink Street to Washington Street. The change is part of the Crystal Street Streetscape Project’s first phase, aiming to improve pedestrian safety by widening sidewalks and adding raised crosswalks and decorative lighting. The one-way change is aimed at helping to manage […]
Read MoreFish & Boat Commission Planning Virtual Meeting
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission will hold a virtual Law Enforcement Committee meeting on July 10 at 11 a.m. Public comments can be submitted by phone on July 1st and 2nd. The meeting can be viewed online. Public comments pertaining to the agenda can be submitted by calling (717) 705-7846 beginning on Monday, July […]
Read MoreGeisinger Data Breach Affects Millions Of Patients
Geisinger patients are being informed that a former employee of an IT service provider, may have accessed their personal information. The employee is now facing federal charges after possibly having accessed data of over one million patients, including names, birth dates, addresses, and medical records. No financial or Social Security information was compromised.
Read MoreMonroe County Home Depot Targeted By Repeat Thief
A man was caught on surveillance video stealing from a Monroe County Home Depot store twice in one day. Police say it happened at the Pocono Commons in Stroud Township. They say he stole two DeWalt 21-inch push mowers valued at $1,200. After leaving, he returned and attempted to take a washer/dryer combo but that […]
Read MorePennsylvania Leading In New Lyme Disease Cases
Lyme disease cases are on the rise across the Delaware Valley, with Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania all seeing significant increases, but some experts attribute the spike to better reporting methods. In 2023, Delaware reported 349 cases, while New Jersey logged 7,225, and Pennsylvania recorded the most… 11,164.
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