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Internet Safety Program Launched

A three-county initiative is aiming to make the internet safer for students in the Poconos. more
Killer Headed to Prison

A man who pleaded guilty to murder learned the price he will pay. more
Students to be Bused During Cleanup Video

Hundreds of students are affected by the changes in a school district in Monroe County. more
Stores Prepare for the Holidays Video

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Monroe County. more
Thanksgiving Tradition Continues in Monroe County

A Thanksgiving tradition in the Poconos is still going strong after nearly 60 years. more
New Track And Turf Coming To Stroudsburg High Video

A school district in Monroe County wants to spend more than $1.5 million to upgrade some of its... more
Head Start Ahead After Budget Impasse Video

As many municipalities and organizations are still dealing with the negative affects of the state... more
JT Lambert School Closed All Week Video

Some students in East Stroudsburg have a week off from classes while crews try to dry out their... more
Pedestrian Struck, Killed on Route 611 Video

A stretch of Route 611 in Monroe County has reopened following a fatal crash involving a pedestrian. more
Donations Up for Operation Touch of Home Video

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Pipe Break Closes School

A pipe break at a school in Monroe County has it closed on Monday. It affects J.T. Lambert... more
Monroe County Fire Ruled Arson

A state police fire marshal has ruled a massive blaze in Monroe County arson. Now police are looking... more
Animal Shelter Reopens In Monroe County Video

Monroe County has been without an animal shelter for ten months but Friday afternoon an animal... more
Hess Trucks on Sale Video

A 45 year holiday tradition continues as the 2009 Hess toy truck officially hit the shelves Friday.... more
PUC Judge Recommends Power Line Approval

A Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission recommends approving a proposed power transmission line... more
Crash Closes Monroe County Road

Drivers in part of Monroe County feaced delays Friday morning after a crash. more
Mattiolis Receive Philanthropy Award Video

A celebration in the Poconos Thursday night honored those who give of themselves to help others. more
Teens Remembered with School Donation

A school district in the Poconos is remembering two students who tragically died this spring after... more
Woman Accused of Theft Testifies Video

A woman from Stroudsburg on trial for allegedly stealing more than $100,000 from her dying boyfriend... more
Sanofi: H1N1 Vaccine on Schedule

It is rare when you are allowed onto the grounds of Sanofi Pasteur in Swiftwater. more
Saying Thanks With A Meal Video

Across the area and across the country, U.S. veterans and military personnel were recognized on... more
Law Enforcement Layoffs Likely Video

Layoffs in a police department in the Poconos appear more likely after a plan to eliminate two... more
Woman on Trial for Stealing from Boyfriend Video

A woman is on trial for stealing money from her boyfriend months before and after he died. more
Man Charged with Attempted Homicide

A man from Monroe County is locked up, accused of shooting a man Monday night. more
Poconos Man Has Piece of Berlin Wall Video

Twenty years ago the Berlin Wall came crashing down and with it the end of the Cold War era. more
New Hybrid Trolley Unveiled Video

Monroe County Transit Authority is celebrating it's 30th anniversary with a little bit of old and... more
Phillies Fan Wins Car and Season Tickets Video

Her team might have lost the World Series this week but one Phillies fan in the Poconos has won big.... more
Woman Dies from Crash Injuries

A woman who was injured in a crash Monday in Monroe County has died. more
Yankees Fans Celebrate Video

New York Ynkees fans are all smiles Thursday. The Yanks beat the Philadelphia Phillies Wednesday... more
ESU Field Hockey Team Cleared for Play Video

A university field hockey team has been cleared to play in the national championships just one... more
New NCC Monroe Campus Not Dead Yet

A no vote in Tuesday's election is not stopping a community college in the Poconos from building a... more
New Grocery Store Opens in Monroe County Video

An old Monroe County eyesore has become a thing of the past. more
School District's H1N1 Flu Vaccine Ruined Video

With a shortage of H1N1 flu vaccine all across the country thousands of doses in the Stroudsburg... more
Shooting Investigations in the Poconos Video

Police in the Poconos are investigating two shootings in two days in one community in Monroe County. more
Mother Charged in Son's Death

A woman from Monroe County is charged with involuntary manslaughter for the death of her 13-year-old... more
Teen Shot in Monroe County

Police in the Poconos are investigating a shooting in Monroe County. more
Voters to Consider Northampton Community College Expansion Video

It will be yes or no for Monroe County voters Tuesday. more
Four Shot at Party in the Poconos Video

Four people were shot and four others arrested after a party Halloween night in Monroe County. more
A Woman's Random Act Of Kindness Video

An elderly woman fined hundreds of dollars for neglecting animals has been bailed out by a total... more
Asure Named New Warden Video

After two years and six wardens the Monroe County jail has a new person in charge. more
Casino Salutes Veterans Video

A casino resort in the Poconos is gearing up for a special salute to area veterans. more
Hazing Investigation at East Stroudsburg University Video

A university women's field hockey team is pulled from the playoffs after allegations of hazing. more
Woman Goes to Jail for Deadly DUI Video

A woman who killed a man with her car while driving under the influence will spend almost two... more
Woman Guilty of Animal Cruelty Video

A woman from Monroe County has been found guilty of animal cruelty and has been ordered not to... more
Crash Claims One in Monroe County

One man was killed late Tuesday night when the sport utility vehicle he was driving went off the... more
Resort Hosts Free Dinner Video

A resort in the Poconos is opening its doors Wednesday night and offering a free community dinner to... more
World Series a Big Hit for Sporting Goods Stores Video

Phillies or Yankees. No matter who wins the World Series this year it is a home run for sporting... more
Police Search for Toilet Troublemaker Video

Vandals caused a wet mess at a gym in Monroe County over the weekend when they forced a toilet to... more
Theft Investigation at Mount Airy

State police are investigating a theft that happened Saturday afternoon at Mount Airy Casino Resort. more
Fire Hits Historic Monroe County Building Video

A 150-year-old landmark building in Monroe County has been heavily damaged by fire. more
Explosions Reported During Fire at Speedway

Crews from several communities battled a fire at a popular race track in Monroe County. Explosions... more
Deadly Fire in Monroe County Video

Weeks after a man was arrested for threatening to kill his wife, he was found dead outside his... more
Convicted Killer Gets Life Video

A jury in Monroe County has spared the life of a double killer. more
Restaurant Manager Scares Off Alledged Robbers

A restaurant manager fought back after two men tried to rob place in Monroe County. more
Koehler Guilty in Double Murder Trial Video

Guilty of first and third degree murder. That's the verdict handed down in a double murder trial... more
Jury Gets Double Murder Case Video

A jury in Monroe County is now deliberating in the case against a man accused of double murder. more
East Stroudsburg Student Killed in Car Crash Video

A student in the Poconos was killed Sunday morning after the car he was driving crashed in Monroe... more
Trooper Charged with Assault

A Pennsylvania state trooper who works in the Poconos is charged with assault and other offenses. more
Deadly One-car Crash

A young man was killed early Sunday morning when the car he was driving went off the road. more
Fall Festival Deals With Snow

It's a first for the Timber and... more
PennDOT Preps for Snow Video

Road crews are preparing for the first snow of the season. It was about this time last year a freak... more
Preparing for First Snowfall Video

It was at the end of October last year when a freak snow storm dumped more than a foot of snow on... more
One Dead after Two-car Crash

A man was killed early Tuesday morning in a two-car crash in Monroe County. more
Burglars Hit Bank Video

Police in Monroe County are trying to find whoever broke into a bank through the roof. more
Shooting Death Ruled Homicide

The Monroe County coroner has ruled the death of a man over the weekend a homicide. more
Deadly Shooting in Monroe County Video

State police are investigating what led to a deadly shooting early Sunday morning in the Poconos.... more
Drivers Beware of Deer

Autumn can be a beautiful time to take a drive in northeastern Pennsylvania but you might also... more
Burning Firewood Helps Save Money Video

Burning firewood can save you money as a supplimental heating source. more
Pair Invests Millions on Main Street Video

This tough economy hasn't stopped two men in the Poconos from investing millions of dollars to... more
Jury Selection Begins in Deadly Shooting Trial Video

Jury selection began Wednesday morning in Monroe County for the trial of a man charged with... more
Safe Rides Offered at ESU Video

East Stroudsburg University is now offering rides to students after dark. Campus police said the... more
East Stroudsburg Cracking Down on Illegal Parking Video

A community in the Poconos wants to give illegal parkers the boot. East Stroudsburg officials are... more
Woman Killed in Bear Attack Video

A woman who was keeping a bear as a pet was killed after the animal attacker her. The bear... more
Blaze Guts Pocono Playhouse Video

A cultural landmark in the Poconos has been destroyed by flames. more
Teacher Charged with Growing Pot

A teacher is one of two people accused of growing marijuana in a home in Monroe County. more
Stroudsburg Fire Chief Dies Suddenly Video

The sudden death of an area fire chief has shocked and saddened a community in Monroe County.... more
Accused Killer Ordered to Trial Video

It was an emotional day in court Thursday as a murder victim's family came face to face with the... more
Fighting Dating Violence in Teens Video

Educators in the Poconos say dating violence is a growing problem in area schools. In some cases... more
Masked Gunman Robs Service Station

A man wearing a Halloween mask is blamed for robbing a service station in the Poconos. more
Splash for Cash Helps United Way Video

The waves of Great Wolf Lodge's indoor water park are usually reserved for resort guests. However... more
Fire Hits Pizzeria

A fire has closed a restaurant in Monroe County. more
Hospital Ready for Swine Flu Video

With growing concerns of a swine flu pandemic, one hospital in the Poconos said it is ready in the... more
Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau on Twitter, Facebook Video

From Facebook to Twitter, tourism officials are turning to social networking sites to lure more... more
Memorial Service Held for Murdered Teen Video

A memorial service was held in Monroe County remembered 19-year-old Christopher Hernandez who died... more
Family Pet Violently Attacked Video

Police in Monroe County are searching for the person who violently abused a cat by dousing it in... more
Monroe County Fire Under Investigation Video

Investigators believe a blaze that destroyed a home in the Poconos was no accident. more
Swine Flu Concerns Boost Business Video

Concerns over swine flu has a business in the Poconos booming. more
Beware of Bears Video

With the start of autumn the Pennsylvania Game Commission says black bears are expected to be out in... more
Selenski Sentenced In Monroe County Video

Hugo Selenski was sentenced Monday for terrorizing a jewelry store owner in Monroe County. more
Teen Dies after Stabbing Video

An 18 year old died after he was stabbed Sunday afternoon in the Poconos, according to police.... more
Former AD Charged with Providing Alcohol Video

In Monroe County, a former athletic director at a Roman Catholic high school was in court Friday... more
Former Athletic Director Charged Video

What started as a campout for a group of field hockey players at Notre Dame High School in East... more
Mount Airy Gives Table Games Thumbs Up Video

Part of the proposed state budget agreement announced by lawmakers in Harrisburg includes creating... more
Woman Killed in Truck Crash

A woman was killed Wednesday morning when her car collided with a truck in Monroe County. more
Future of Charter School in Question Video

A school system in the Poconos wants to shut down its charter school. more
Chevy Dealer Gets Second Chance Video

Four months after getting the news General Motors was revoking its franchise, a Chevy dealer near... more
Planes Makes Emergency Landing in Pocono Lake Video

A quiet neighborhood in Monroe County got quite a surprise Monday after a pilot made an emergency... more
Social Service Agencies Slash Services Video

The on-going budget battle has many agencies that depend on state money on verge of shutting down. more
Man Pleads Guilty to Arson

A man faces years behind bars after pleading guilty to arson. more
Crash Closes Route 33

A tractor-trailer crash closed a section of Route 33 north for hours Friday. more
Tires Slashed in Stroudsburg Video

Vandals slashed the tires of nearly three dozen cars and trucks in a downtown Stroudsburg... more
Smoke-free PA Anniversary Video

One year ago Friday smoking was banned in most indoor spaces in Pennsylvania. more
Salvation Army Opens New Soup Kitchen Video

Soup's on in the Poconos as the Salvation Army opens up its newly renovated soup kitchen in East... more
Man Pleads Guilty to Murder

More than a year after a man was gunned down in the Poconos, his accused killer has pleaded guilty... more
Man Accused of Attempted Homicide

A man from Colorado is accused of trying to kill a woman in the Poconos. more
Suspect Attacks Police Video

The woman police say hit and killed a man with her car earlier this summer in Monroe County has been... more
Grant to Help Local Fish Farmers Video

Fishing is a family affair in many parts of the Poconos, but the farms that fill many of the area'... more
Runaway Kindergartner Turns Up at Casino Video

Parents in the Poconos are concerned about school security after hearing that a five-year-old... more
Casey Hosts Health Care Town Hall Video

Hundreds of people came to Monroe county Wednesday to listen to a U.S. senator's views on health... more
Retiring Auxiliary Bishop Speaks Video

Bishop Joseph Martino got a lot of attention Monday when he announced his retirement as head of... more
Sunny Weather Means Business for Resorts Video

After a rainy summer season, the recent sunny weather has resorts in the Poconos saying better... more
Friends Remember Pilot Killed In Crash Video

The crash of an experimental plane took the life of a man from the Poconos. Monday night, he was... more
LIHEAP to Reduce Benefits Video

The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, or LIHEAP, is reducing its assistance by six weeks... more
Motorcyclist Killed in Crash

The body of a man was found early Sunday morning and police said it appears he was killed in a... more
Pilot Killed in Plane Crash Video

The pilot of an experimental plane was killed when it crashed Sunday in the Poconos. Witnesses... more
Monroe County Schools Seeing Fewer Students Video

School will soon be starting up in Monroe County but it looks as though fewer students will walk the... more
Habitat for Humanity to Flip Foreclosures Video

A new federal grant is aiming to clean up vacant, foreclosed homes in Monroe County and a familiar... more
Good Year for West End Fair Video

It's a record-setting year for the West End Fair in Monroe County. more
Man Dies in One-vehicle Crash

Police have identified a man killed Monday morning in Monroe County. more
Man Charged with Attempted Murder Video

A Monroe County man is facing attempted murder charges after police said he slashed his landlord's... more
Reported Rape a Hoax Video

The woman who told police she was raped on a college campus in the Poconos admitted she lied and... more
ESU Student Admits Rape Never Happened

A female student who claimed she was raped on the campus of East Stroudsburg University now admits... more
Food Pantries in Dire Need Video

As the budget battle continues in Harrisburg food pantries in our area are the latest to cry foul.... more
Monroe County Commissioners Blast Lawmakers Video

Tempers flared in the Poconos Wednesday morning over the state budget battle. more
Man Killed in Head-on Crash

A man from Monroe County was killed Wednesday morning in a head-on crash near Scotrun. more
Veterinarian Recognized after Kennel Fire Video

A veterinarian from Monroe County has been honored for her efforts to help injured dogs after a... more
Standoff Ends in Deadly Shootout Video

A three hour standoff in the Poconos ended when a man was shot by police several times and killed. more
Woman Charged in Pot Bust

A traffic stop in the Poconos Monday turned into a drug bust. more
Search Continues for ESU Rape Suspect Video

Police in Monroe County are still searching for a suspect one day after a female student said she... more
ESU Student Sexually Assaulted Video

A student at East Stroudsburg University was sexually assaulted Thursday morning on campus and now... more
Children's Programs in Jeopardy Video

There are more concerns over the budget battle in Harrisburg. more
Woman Pleads Guilty to Deadly Crash

A woman from Monroe County pleaded guilty Wednesday to driving under the influence and killing a man... more
Man Ordered to Trial for Meat Cleaver Murder Video

It took five years to charge a man from Monroe County with a meat cleaver murder in Scotrun. more
Pay Day for Some State Workers Video

It is pay day for some state workers. more
Tornado Cleanup Continues in Monroe County Video

Residents in part of Poconos are still dealing with the effects of last week's storms. more
Non-profit Hopes to Reopen Shelter Video

A new animal shelter could soon become a reality in Monroe County. The old animal shelter has sat... more
Discount Prescriptions in Monroe County

People living in Monroe County are getting a break on their prescription drugs. more
Standoff Ends Peacefully

A man from East Stroudsburg is in police custody after an early-morning standoff at his home. more
Wildlife Center Reopens After Tornado Video

It's back to business for a wildlife center in the Poconos. It's been less than a week since a... more
Rain Delay at Pocono Means Big Profits Video

Race fans had to wait an extra day for the Pennsylvania 500. The Pocono Raceway was forced to... more
Pennsylvania 500 Runs at Pocono Raceway Video

The Pennsylvania 500 runs Monday after Sunday's rain forced NASCAR to move the race by one day. It... more
Rain at Pocono Raceway Video

Rainy weather isn't keeping NASCAR fans from the Pocono Raceway this weekend. more
Race Track Spends Millions to Go Green Video

Two days before the 2009 Pennsylvania 500 the Pocono Raceway broke ground on a new multi-million... more
Tornado Cleanup in Monroe County Video

The day after the big storm crews in Poconos were cleaning up the mess after a EF-2 tornado ripped... more
Weather Service Confirms Monroe County Tornado Video

The official word is in; it was a tornado that hit the Poconos Wednesday afternoon. more
Animal Rehab Center Damaged by Storm Video

One of the strong storms that moved through the area hit an animal rehabilitation center in the... more
Gearing Up for the Pennsylvania 500 Video

NASCAR's Pennsylvania 500 race this Sunday is one of the biggest draws of the year in the Poconos,... more
Baby And Toddler Hurt in Crash Video

Two vehicles collided on a roadway in the Poconos Tuesday morning, sending five people to the... more
Accused Double Killer Ordered to Trial Video

A Monroe County judge has decided that a double murder suspect will face trial in Monroe County. more
Stalled State Budget Worries Seniors Video

As state lawmakers battle over a budget in Harrisburg, many local agencies are bracing themselves... more
2009 Senior Expo Talks Property Taxes Video

The tough economy has many seniors in our area worried about losing their homes. Many turned to the... more
Vandals Hit Church Property Video

Officers in Monroe County are looking into the vandalism near Kunkletown. more
Summer Camps Guard Against Swine Flu

Summer camps in Monroe County are taking steps to prevent the spread of the swine flu. more
Remains Found in Monroe County

Volunteers for the Delaware River Clean-up made a startling discovery. more
Victims' Family Confront Accused Killer Video

Accused killer Michael Parrish was back in Monroe County court Thursday for a hearing. He's... more
Heroic Effort Saved Injured Worker Video

Workers at a water park in Tannersville are being called heroes after helping pull a man trapped... more
One Hurt in House Explosion Video

A construction worker was hurt Wednesday after an explosion leveled a house in the Poconos. more
Delaware River Clean-up Video

The 20th annual Delaware River Clean-up kicked off Wednesday morning in the Poconos. more
Golfers Hit The Green Despite Rain

Rain or shine golfers at Shawnee Inn and Resort said they're not giving up their tee-time. more
Car Break-ins Plague the Poconos

Dozens of vehicle break-ins in the Poconos have police asking the public to be on alert. In the... more
Standoff in the Poconos Video

A man in Monroe County was involved in a standoff with police for hours, even firing shots at them. more
Strip Club Proposal Riles Residents Video

A pub owner who is also a Middle Smithfield Township Supervisor is trying to sell his business as... more
Waterpark Helps Domestic Violence Victims Video

If you are planning to head to Camelbeach this summer bring an old... more
Kids Experiment at Camp Invention

Instead of spending the summer playing video games or watching cartoons, some young people in the... more
Shots Fired in Monroe County

No one was hurt when shots were fired at a house in the Poconos early Wednesday morning. more
Murder Victims Laid to Rest Video

It's been one week since police said a man gunned down his girlfriend and their 18-month-old son... more
Billboards Take A Swing At PA Casinos Video

From the boardroom to the billboard Trump Casinos are taking a swing at Pennsylvania casinos with... more
Selenski Guilty in Home Invasion Video

An accused double murderer in Luzerne County is facing life in prison for an unrelated crime. more
Death Penalty Sought for Monroe County Murder Suspect

The suspect in a double shooting is now behind bars and the Monroe County district attorney said... more
Shooting Suspect Returns to Monroe County Video

The man charged with killing his girlfriend and toddler son is back to Monroe County. more
Jury to Deliberate in Selenski Trial Video

Testimony wrapped up Thursday in the armed robbery and kidnapping case that happened six years ago... more
Accused Drug Dealers Arrested

Two people from Monroe County face drug charges. more
Learning More About Monroe Shooting Suspect Video

There is new information is coming to light about those involved in the tragic shootings in Monroe... more
Shooting Suspect Arrested in New Hampshire Video

A man wanted for the murders of his girlfriend and son in the Poconos has been found in New... more
Victim Testifies in Selenski's Trial Video

Hugo Selenski is back in court, this time in Monroe County for armed robbery charges. more
Soggy Weather Hampers Farmers Video

The weather has not been what many of us hope for during the summer. For people who rely on it... more
Man Wanted for Deadly Shooting in the Poconos Video

State police continue their manhunt for the suspect they say shot and killed his girlfriend and 18-... more