NY Man To Spend Decades In Federal Prison For Fatal Monroe County Drug Distribution
A Nassau County, New York man, Eric F. Butler, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for two 2019 fatal overdoses in Monroe County. Butler distributed fentanyl, leading to the deaths of two people.
Read MorePA Gaming Revenue Hits Record High
Pennsylvania gaming revenues hit a record high in 2024, surpassing $6 billion, driven by a 25% increase in online gaming. Despite drops in slot and table game revenue, the state’s overall gaming income rose 7.73%.
Read MoreLehman Twp Fire Under Investigation
A fire at a home in Lehman Township Pike County is under investigation. Crews responded to Dover Drive in Saw Creek Estates early Monday morning. The fire was raging through all floors, and it required multiple agencies to get it under control. The State Fire Marshal is investigating. Fortunately, injuries were reported.
Read More2 Stroudsburg Brothers Get Presidential Pardons
Two Stroudsburg brothers, Andrew and Matthew Valentin, were released from the Washington jail Monday night after President Trump issued pardons for January 6 riot convictions. The Valentin brothers, sentenced to two and a half years, were among over 1,500 pardoned.
Read MoreMan Survives Bear Attack When Neighbor Shoots Attacking Bear
A Carbon County man is recovering after being attacked by a black bear while walking back to his home in Jim Thorpe from the store on Sunday. The bear tackled the man before his neighbor shot and killed the animal to save his life. Fortunately, the man suffered only minor injuries. He credits his neighbor […]
Read MoreSnowstorm Passes But Ushers In Extreme Cold
An extreme cold warning is in effect for the Poconos, including all of Monroe and Carbon Counties until noon on Wednesday. The National Weather Service warns wind chills could drop as low as -20 degrees, with frostbite possible in less than 30 minutes on exposed skin. Bundle up, protect your exposed skin, and safeguard the […]
Read MorePasserby Saves Life Of House Fire Victim
A passerby helped save a resident from a house fire early last Friday morning in Polk Township. The fire, which broke out on Burger Hollow Road, caused the home to be declared a total loss. The quick-thinking bystander pulled the resident from the flames before crews arrived, with the victim suffering non-life-threatening injuries. The cause […]
Read MoreGovernor Shapiro Congratulates President Trump
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro yesterday, congratulated Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th President, emphasizing the importance of the peaceful transfer of power. Shapiro highlighted his focus on bipartisan cooperation with President Trump to address issues like tax cuts, public safety, and economic growth, expressing readiness to work with the new administration.
Read MorePennDOT Urges Caution As Speed Limits Restored
PennDOT has lifted speed and lane restrictions on area roadways after that weekend winter storm. Speed limits had been reduced to 45 mph on interstates and expressways in eastern Pennsylvania… including here in the Poconos… but are now back to their usual posted limits. PennDOT continues to treat roadways however, until conditions improve.
Read MoreSkiing Conditions Said To Be ‘Fantastic’
Ideal skiing conditions are in place for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend. Most Pocono Mountain ski areas are now fully open, and they are reporting fantastic snow conditions. In fact, many say it’s one of the best seasons in years. Skiers are already taking advantage of the slopes, with many planning weekday trips […]
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