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Monroe County - The Monroe County District Attorney’s Office/Criminal Investigation Division is conducting an ongoing criminal investigation into the business practices of Michael BAXTER & Associates Commercial Real Estate and Property Management, formerly located in Stroudsburg, PA.

Skytop

Travelers come to Skytop for some of the best golf courses in the state and stay for the breathtaking views of the Pocono Mountains. Skytop presents a serene retreat from the busy day-to-day of life. Amongst lush woodlands and gorgeous lakes, this town is tucked away in Barrett Township, Monroe County.

The enchanting landscape and timeless architecture make it a popular destination for relaxation and recreation. The town is known for its historic Skytop Lodge, which has been standing for over 90 years. Guests can stay in the grand lodge or nearby deluxe cottages, and the resort features private trails that lead to unique sights such as Indian Ladder, Upper Ladder Falls, and Leavitt Falls.

Man arrested by police
Local Press Release
Monday, September 18, 2023

NEWARK, N.J. – Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Newark Liberty International Airport prevented a traveler from Monroe County, Pa., from bringing a loaded handgun onto his flight on Saturday, Sept. 16. The 9mm handgun was removed from the man’s backpack.

On "National Be an Angel Day" we recognize our founding board member Karl Weiler for his many good deeds and kindness to our community. He is excited about the founding of the Community Foundation of Monroe County because it provides a very easy and effective way for the citizens of Monroe County to support those that are less fortunate. Thank you Karl!

SCRANTON, Pa. — Tickets for Steamtown National Historic Site’s upcoming schedule of autumn excursions are now available for purchase online. Selected days in September and October will see diesel-powered, full-day trips depart from the National Park to Gouldsboro, Carbondale, Tobyhanna, or Cresco.

Autumn excursion schedule includes these dates. Tickets can be purchased at recreation.gov:

• Sept. 23: Carbondale – Autumn Marketplace
• Oct. 7: Tobyhanna – Fall Foliage, Ice House Tour
• Oct. 15: Cresco – Leaf Peeper Excursion
• Oct. 28: Gouldsboro – Ghoulsboro Halloween

State and local officials to co-host

Sept. 1, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Press contact: Art Segraves, president, Paradise Falls Lutheran Association, 215-435-4140

Paradise Township— A public meeting will be held at the Paradise Falls Lutheran Association (PFLA) Social Hall, 146 Primrose Road, Paradise Twp., Tuesday, Sept. 5, from 6-8 p.m. to discuss traffic concerns along Route 191.

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF POLLING PLACE

To the Electors of Barrett 1

Effective August, 2023

Notice is hereby given by the County Board of Elections of Monroe County that the polling place in said District has been changed:

From: Barrett Township Municipal Bldg.,
993 Route 390- Cresco, PA

To: BARRETT ADMININSTRATIVE &
RECREATION COMPLEX -
1200 ROUTE 390, Cresco, PA

Monroe County Board of Elections

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BARRETT TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Officers are investigating two people’s deaths after the pair were found with gunshot wounds on the deck of their home.

According to the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department, on Monday around 8:40 p.m., officers were called to the 160 block of Diane Lane in Barrett Township.

Saturday September 30, 2023
1 to 6pm

Join us for our 2nd Annual Jazz & Cocktails FUNdraiser on September 30th , featuring live music by La Cucina Jazz Band, Cash Bar hosted by Frogtown Chophouse and delectable appetizers and desserts! See our website to purchase tickets by clicking the Events tab. www.thefriendlycommunitycenter.org

Responding departments included West End Fire Co., Barrett Township Fire Co., Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder Co., Tunkhannock Township Volunteer Fire Co., Jackson Township Fire Department, Coolbaugh Township Volunteer Fire Co., Stroudsburg Fire Department, Gouldsboro Volunteer Fire Co. and Covington Independent Fire Co.