Journal of the Pocono Plateau, Early February 2023

PMSB honors directors and many others

by Pat Albano

Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Robison thanked Pocono Mountain School Board directors who volunteer their time and effort at the meeting held on the 30th due to weather on the 25th.

She reported that West High School and Tobyhanna participated in a Lego Tournament and robotic competition. Swiftwater PTO received a check for $1,325 for their Youth Activity Program. Also noted were AP Computer Science awards. She concluded her presentation by mentioning a Leukemia Society check of $4,857 for pediatric cancer.

She acknowledged teacher Ann Summa who taught first grade at Tobyhanna Elementary, retiring at end of January after 35 years.

West High School

Principal Mike Jones discussed a pilot program

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POCONO MOUNTAIN REGIONAL EMS personnel came out to paint the ice against cancer last month. Denise Doremus smiles at her artwork honoring daughter Katie.

JP: Ruth Isenberg

Mount Pocono receives two garbage bids

by Pat Labano

At Mount Pocono Borough Council’s work session January 17, borough manager Josh Walker told council he received bids from National Waste and GFL for garbage pickup. GFL’s prices were lowest. These bids were to be discussed at the February 7 meeting.

About the maintenance garage project, mayor Randy Altemose and council president Don Struckle met with engineers and the architect and told council that “bids will be forthcoming.” Struckle added that “we are afraid we will

be over budget this project was put together years ago.”

The mayor added, “there is much to be done before 2024.” Council member Lori Noonan asked how long construction will take and was told six months. Grant money will be used.

Council also discussed a vehicle purchase. Manager Walker stated, “Our vehicles are out of date [1995] and need repairs.” In the last three years Mount Pocono has spent (about) $17,000 in repairs. Noonan suggested purchasing a truck from another municipality. Struckle asked Walker to “get prices from dealerships with the possibility of financing both a truck and a chassis.”

Struckle added, “we are just

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called CareerLink with focus on health care careers as well as clerical and non-clerical health care jobs. CareerLink offers professional development and networking opportunities for 12th grade students.

Several student council presentations discussed annual blood drives with West High School donating 27 pints of blood and MCTI’s participation in a Cyber Defense Competition which puts high school students in charge of certain networks.

MCTI participated in over 57 competitions ranging from auto and collision repair carpentry, criminal justice, and medical technology.

Dr. Catherine Sweeney, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, discussed STEAM [Science Technology, Engineering,

looking into this which does not mean we are buying.”

The tree ordinance was also discussed. Council member Norm Delano said “We were waiting for changes from the zoning officer.” A conservation expert was consulted and noted that this ordnance might not be enforceable unless trees are “dead, dying or possess a threat to property.”

There was discussion on short-term rental properties. Council member Debra Fulton stated, “there is no sense of community if more and more short-term rentals occur.”

Altemose added, “there is only a small percentage of rentals which are problematic within community.” Current fee

Art and Math] with a presentation of “Building the future one star at a time—full Steam ahead.” In this program student logo designs are showcased.

7th graders were on hand to give directors a demonstration of rocket racers and Newtons’ laws of motion. The future of STEAM centers on students building solar powered machines and bringing drones into the classroom— one day hoping to build a solar powered drone. School board member Ronnie Byrd was impressed with the STEAM presentation and offered to donate $500 to this program. This received a round of applause from everyone. Chief financial officer Joseph Collazo discussed a $250,000 reduction in the budget from the last meeting. There were no additional questions from the community.

schedules were revised last year.

The final item for discussion centered on the proposed dog park. Council felt that plans need to be updated. Fulton asked, “Why can’t we come up with a simple document to avoid expenses? There are many online templates.”

Struckle asked Walker to call Coolbaugh and Paradise Townships to see what they did with their dog parks.

Fulton reiterated, “this is getting too complicated and expensive—and Struckle added “why can’t we do this in-house?”

Delano reported “the newsletter has enough advertising to go ahead with publication.” There was some disagreement over the proposed name for the newsletter as “The Fort,” with Ann Marie Harris stating, “the council has not met to discuss this.”

Parks and recreation stated they will meet on Thursday, and that they have many fundraising ideas. They are also looking into lighting the walking trail.

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Dean’s List Roster

Alvernia University

Taliyah Malone of Tobyhanna, Marketing major minoring in Communication

Commonwealth University-Bloomsburg

Jace Eisler, a Music BA major, of Blakeslee; Alissah Francis, a Dig Forensc

Cybersecurity BS major, of Tobyhanna; Jondi Harley, a Criminal Justice BA major, of Tobyhanna; Jessica Sehn, a Nursing BSN major, of Tobyhanna

Delaware Valley University

Jacquelyn Dudley of Pocono Summit

DeSales University

Yaritza Alcivar of Long Pond, majoring in Nursing

East Stroudsburg University

Ashley Alexandre of Blakeslee, Anastasia

Antzoulis of Long Pond, Jadeann Ashley-Cameron of Long Pond, Jeannie Avila of Tobyhanna, Mary BallardRamos of Tobyhanna, Carly

Boyer of Blakeslee, Victor

Cepeda of Blakeslee, Qadirah Collins of Long Pond, Joseph

Daly of Blakeslee, Joseph

Dieppa of Pocono Summit, Taylor Donato of Tobyhanna, Makenzie Erlsten of Pocono Pines, Loxzana Eskeitz of Tobyhanna, Kayla Fagan of Tobyhanna, Shanise Ferron of Tobyhanna, Julia Fisher of Long Pond, Isabel Ford of Tobyhanna, Roshan Forde of Pocono Summit, Nathaniel Gonzalez of Long Pond, Kacie Hughes of Blakeslee,

Mahogani Hurley of Tobyhanna, Colin Kennelly of Tobyhanna, Priscilla

LaBoy of Tobyhanna, Kijuan Livingston of Tobyhanna, Jailynne

Loyola of Tobyhanna, Gabriella Manuli of Pocono Summit, Alexis Masker of Tobyhanna, Steven Michiels of Long Pond, Hilda Monrroy of Tobyhanna, Anthony Novellino of Tobyhanna, Jefferson Perez

of Tobyhanna, Saaleha Reece of Tobyhanna, Aiden Rivera of Tobyhanna, Ames Rupnick of Tobyhanna, Atiya Rushing of Tobyhanna, Harold Santos Gonzalez of Tobyhanna, Gianna Silva of Tobyhanna, Hope Sury of Tobyhanna, Faith Tanner of Tobyhanna, Giselle Trought of Tobyhanna, Vanessa Vargas of Tobyhanna, Joel Weirich of Pocono Pines

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Kutztown University

Laura Blevins of Tobyhanna, Kristina M Diaz of Pocono Summit, Lauren M Engel of Long Pond, Maritza Giraldo of Tobyhanna, Emily R Hendershot of Blakeslee, Chayse A Henry of Tobyhanna, Jeremy M Montes of Tobyhanna, Nicole Lauren Stabile of Blakeslee

Mansfield Commonwealth University

Madison Frantz of Blakeslee, studying in the Bachelor of Science

- Psychology: Forensic program.

Moravian University

Tyler Rivera of Pocono Summit

Muhlenberg College

Andrey Agajanov of Pocono Pines, Joseph Romano of Blakeslee, Rose Romano of Blakeslee, Kim Warner of Tobyhanna

Pennsylvania Western University

Leilani Torres of Blakeslee

Piedmont University

Dean’s Scholar

Duncan Keizer of Tobyhanna. Students earning the Dean’s Scholar designation finished the semester with a 4.0 GPA.

Siena College

President’s List

Grace Ferry, Pocono Pines

Southern New Hampshire University

Christina Orozco-Lugo of Pocono Summit, Stephanie Acosta of Tobyhanna

Susquehanna University

Kenzie Piacenti, Blakeslee, Blake Goitia, Mount Pocono, Kaeli Waldstein, Pocono Manor

University of Scranton

Deniz Pinarbasi of Long Pond, a junior cybercrime and homeland security major in the University’s College of Arts and Sciences; Ana J. Postowski of Pocono Lake, a junior political science major in the University’s College of Arts and Sciences; Grismeiris De Jesus of Tobyhanna, a freshman undeclared major in the University’s Panuska College of Professional Studies; Paige E. Knecht of Pocono Pines, a junior health administration major in the University’s Panuska College of Professional Studies.

Westminster College

Joseph Armstrong of Pocono Summit, majoring in Biology and History.

Wilkes University

Kahlasia Carter of Long Pond, Aichatou Karim Rene Joly of Pocono Summit, Jeffery Lew of Pocono Lake, Nylah McDougald of Tobyhanna

York College of PA

Morgan Benner of Pocono Lake, a Class of 2023 Early Elementary Education major, Matthew Scardigno of Long Pond, a Class of 2025 Mechanical Engineering major

HAZLETON • PHILADELPHIA

Seth’s Sightings by

The two-day cold spell had us all hunkered down, especially that Friday night when we all watched the wind blow and the temperature drop from inside our homes. It was a good chance to spend some quality time with my pellet stove, playing with the knobs to get the best heat and flame. That meant a bit of heavy bag lifting. With my condition, it’s nice to know I can still do it.

By Saturday, temperatures bounced back to the mid 20s, warm enough to be out and about. We used the gorgeous day to drive with our dogs to the Allentown Farmer’s Market to buy some Polish foods, Lebanese salads, fresh bakery goods, produce, and some other treats. We then went off to enjoy a dinner in Bethlehem, taking advantage of Bethlehem Restaurant Week for a three-course meal at a great price. The next Bethlehem Restaurant Week will be this summer.

The odd weather seems to have woken the skunks hereabouts. I now carefully check when I get home at night, as we have a few big ones waddling about our neighborhood.

We caught colds a few

TAXES

weeks ago. Our ailing had us a bit low. To pass the time, I listened to music and watched YouTube videos. Ruth and I read some mysteries mainly British writers like Elly Griffiths, Hilary Mantell, and Martha Grimes (an American who writes about Great Britain). Among the various YouTube discoveries was a scifi series Andromeda from the early 2000s, and musically, a fantastic Swiss yodeler Melanie Oesch and her family; plus we watched episodes of ‘All Murders in the Building,’ ‘Blue Bloods’ and the new ‘Night Court.’

Feeling ourselves again after our week of recovery, we cleared a day to go to Philadelphia to see a friend. On our trip down the PA Turnpike at 70+ mph, we were passed by many fellow travelers. Taking it up a notch, we were still sped by as drivers hit 100 mph on some of the open straightaways. I tried to keep out of their way.

It was an Eagles weekend, and the Schuylkill Expressway was a slow drive filled with Eagles fans. They were rewarded by the Eagles winning that night’s game versus the Giants easily.

Seth Isenberg

We sighted lots of buildings sporting Eagles green. One of the bank towers had a message rotating on the top of one of the bank buildings—Go Eagles!, then E-A-G-L-E-S, EAGLES! The boathouses on Boathouse Row with their LED lighting programmed to Eagles green.

The Philadelphia Eagles’ win over the San Francisco 49ers put them into the Super Bowl, and a trip to a sporting goods store for us. Most of the sports gear we own is Penguinsrelated. Neither of us own anything Eagles (I do own a Patriots scarf). I’m game to add Eagles wear, as I’ve been a fan since settling in here, and Ruth has a lot to do with making me that fan which means we need hats and scarfs, and we’ll see what can be had.

A football p.s. is a belated congratulations to Penn State football for their impressive win in the Rose Bowl. On another Penn State note, their men’s AND women’s ice hockey teams are ranked nationally…We Are Penn State (at least some of us).

The warmer and less snowy conditions of this

winter have encouraged the local geese to stay put. It’s kind of too bad for folks who view these birds as winged rats, but there’s still something wonderful about watching and hearing a vee of geese fly away.

I continue to follow the UConn Lady Huskies. UConn is ranked number 4 as of now, and is going into the Big East tournament trying to get healthy. It’s a few weeks before March Madness, and hopefully they’ll be healthy by then.

Our local AHL team enters a challenging stretch where they have to play at a higher level to be seen as a playoff contender. At their recent game versus Bridgeport, after the WBS Penguins turned out a nice win, Ruth and I participated in a “paint the ice” fundraiser, donating to be able to walk onto the playing surface and paint messages of hope, and remember those in our lives who have passed away from cancer. We painted three spots and were near to support some other friends as they painted. Each of

us also managed to paint ourselves a little.

Looking ahead for me, I’m getting near my surgery date. My battle with my little rare cancer goes high-tech at UPenn’s HUP, and I’ll be in recovery by the next Journal if all goes to schedule.

As I finish up, we are in the airport taking an emergency trip west. Other than work this week, it’s been all trip prep, and then schlepping around airports. I walked near a mile within Charlotte and am at our gate finally. So instead of sighting wildlife and Pocono things, I see lots of travelers, the inside of airplanes and the outsides (this place is huge). More about the trip in the next Journal.

To close on a happy note, Daylight Savings returns on March 12 restoring our evenings for dog walks and such.

So here’s to healthy and happy February a good Super Bowl good celebrations with those you love, happy Valentines and Presidents Days, and good weather all through February. Keep healthy.

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Lenape community leader to address MCHA luncheon

The Monroe County Historical Association will host its 101st Annual Meeting and Luncheon on Sunday, February 26, at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, Shawneeon-Delaware. The doors will open at noon with silent auction items throughout the room. Donated items for the silent auction will include gift baskets, antiques, artwork, collectibles, and gift certificates from local restaurants and businesses. Following the luncheon and a brief business meeting, Daniel StrongWalker Thomas will give his presentation, “The Continuous Lenape

Communities: We Are Still Here.” Daniel StrongWalker Thomas is Turtle clan of the Delaware Nation Lenni Lenape people who are in diaspora in Anadarko, Oklahoma. He serves his community as Hereditary Chief and was appointed by the Delaware Nation Executive Council as an Ambassador combating Corporations Posing as American Indian Nations. StrongWalker is Director of the United Lenape Land Trust, Chair of the Board for the Global Initiative for Indigenous Advancement, and Director of the American Indian Movement NE Woodlands chapter.

The cost for the luncheon meeting is $45 for MCHA members and $55 for nonmembers. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. Reservations, with payment, should be made at the Monroe County Historical Association, 900 Main Street, Stroudsburg, before Friday, February 17. For more information or to make your reservation, please visit https://www. monroehistorical.org/ annualmtg.htmlor call the office at (570) 421-7703

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St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish Schedules three Friday Lenten Buffets

The annual Friday Lenten Buffets at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish in Pocono Pines are scheduled to resume on Friday, February 24 from 46 p.m. The buffet will include a variety of meatless dishes for your dining pleasure. Our first dinner will include a garden salad, two soups,

spinach lasagna, stuffed shells, macaroni and cheese, halushki, rice & beans, veggie penne, pierogi, roasted vegetables, bread, hot and cold beverages, and a visit to St. Max’s famous dessert table. All menu items are available while supplies last. Enjoy a delicious array of food at a

low price – $12. You do not need a reservation and takeouts are available for those unable to dine in.

For many years, the Social Concerns Committee has held three dinners during the Lenten season; proceeds have helped to fund our many outreach endeavors. The com-

Public Maple Sugaring Days set

Have you ever wondered how pure maple syrup is made? Join Environmental Educators on one of Kettle Creek Environmental Center’s public Maple Sugaring Days to learn about the history of pure maple syrup, and how we make it, and taste a sample of our pure maple syrup on pancakes.

Join us on either Saturday, March 4 or March 11 where you can take a 90-minute tour of the sugarbush focusing on the history of maple syrup from the Native Americans to the early settlers in this region. Learn how to “tap” a maple tree to obtain sap, and watch as we demonstrate how to cook the sap until it is sweet maple syrup. You’ll complete the tour at our pancake station where the finished product is served over freshly made pancakes.

Advance registration is required by calling 570629-3061. Participants may choose a time from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. for their 90-minute tour.

Cost is $6/adults, $4/children under 12. Tree sponsors attend free of charge. Bring the whole family out and enjoy a late winter day in Meesing’s sugarbush. Please dress appropriately for the weather including shoes appropriate for trail walking. The program is held on

the Delaware State Forest’s Meesing Outdoor Site on Creek Road approximately 5.5 miles north of Marshalls Creek. From I-80 take the Marshalls Creek Exit (exit #309) onto Rt. 209 North toward Marshalls Creek. Follow signs for Business Route 209 and Marshalls Creek. At the next traffic light after

the roundabout, turn right and immediately get in the left turning lane. At this light turn left, and, immediately, after crossing the bridge take left fork onto Creek Road. Proceed approximately 5.5 miles and look for signs on right-hand side of the road. To register call (570) 6293061.

mittee is actively involved in programs benefiting both the parish and the surrounding community. We have served the community at large by supporting the following agencies with our time, talent and treasure: Family Promise of the Poconos, Shepherd’s Maternity House, Pregnancy Resource Center of the Poconos, Nurse-Family Partnership, Women’s Resources of Monroe County, Meals on Wheels, and the Top of the Mountain Ecumenical Council Food Pantry. We also have provided holiday gifts for parish families in need and have hosted in the parish hall several free Community dinners each year; these dinners

warmly welcome all to share a meal and enjoy a time of fellowship.

All meals will be held downstairs in Our Lady of the Lake Hall, which is handicap accessible. Buffets are also planned for Friday, March 10 and 24. In the event of snow or hazardous road conditions, a dinner will be postponed and rescheduled to Friday, March 31.

St. Maximilian Kolbe is located at 5112 Pocono Crest Rd., Pocono Pines, near the intersection of Routes 940 and 423. For additional information, please call 570646-6424 or visit the parish website www.stmaxkolbe poconos.org.

Pot Luck Luncheon, Chair Yoga start 2023 for Pocono Garden Club

A pot luck luncheon and chair yoga program will welcome back Pocono Garden Club members when the club starts its new year at noon Tuesday, February 14, at the Monroe County Conservation District, 8050 Running Valley Road, Bartonsville.

Members should bring a covered dish and their own place settings. Drinks will be provided.

The meeting will begin with a 30-minute chair yoga demonstration led by club member Linda Long who will teach movements to prepare our bodies for gardening season. Everyone may participate in these simple and fun stretching and strength-building exercises.

The February design entry is a horizontal design called “Cupid’s Arrow.”

The horticulture entry is a variety of fresh pine

cones, with three to five in a container of choice.

The houseplant entry is a cut leaf in a clear glass container.

Officers for 2023 are Nell Cadue, president; Dolores Ragin and Jeanette Gupko, co-vice presidents; Joan Lippi, treasurer; and Patty Fretz, secretary.

In 2022, the club welcomed many new members, and held its first flower show and plant sale since the pandemic began. Proceeds from the successful sale partly supported camperships at the Monroe County Conservation District’s summer environmental camp and Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm’s summer camp, as well as the Garden of Giving food bank.

This year’s Flower Show and Sale, themed “Lights on Broadway,” will be held July 8 at St. Paul’s Church in

Tannersville.

The club’s programming plans for the year include trips such as to The Grounds for Sculpture in Hamilton, N.J., among others, speakers and hands-on activities.

Among planned topics are building a terrarium, Mother’s Day Tea, flower arranging, orchid care, making herbal cleaning products, decorating gourds, and more.

For more information contact club president Nell Cadue at poconogardenclub@ gmail.com. Visit the Pocono Garden Club on Facebook.

Monroe County resident authors first book

Consequences Of Pa Act

77 is a compilation of news articles, Pennsylvania State Senate and House Legislative Journal records, government press releases, and a Pennsylvania legislative timeline of PA Act 77 of 2019 leading to President Donald J. Trump’s November 2020 re-election loss in Pennsylvania. Some people believe there was voter fraud, and maybe there was, but this book is not about that. It lays out what happened at the Capitol Building in Harrisburg, PA. It is up to the reader to form their

opinion about why PA Act 77 came to fruition.

Linda S. Womer, the author, explains, “I worked in the Pennsylvania government (Republican) for 23 years, mainly in the Senate, before I retired in 2018. I was shocked that Republicans amended the Pennsylvania Election Code of 1937 to allow no-excuse mail-in ballots in 2019. Why would Republicans do this knowing it was a Presidential election cycle with a Republican incumbent? It didn’t make sense, so I looked into it. Writing this book was the best way to share with people what I found.”

Pre-COVID-19, PA Senate Bill 421 (SB421) was sponsored by one Democrat and co-sponsored by eight Republicans. One is Senator Mario Scavello, SD40, representing Monroe County and a portion of Northampton County. The intent was to eliminate the

option of straight-ticket/ party voting. Before passage to become PA Act 77 of 2019, no-excuse mail-in ballots became part of the bill. Republicans voted for it. PA Act 77 was signed by Democrat Governor Tom Wolf even though the majority of his Democrat legislators did not support the bill.

Senate Republicans confirmed appointments made by Governor Wolf. Were deals made? Readers can decide.

Womer continued, “The book is an easy and quick read in large print. I wanted to present my findings in a way that does not intimidate people who find legislation and its politics complex or confusing but still care very much about it.”

Consequences Of Pa Act 77 in the book section of Amazon.com is available now in paperback and Kindle.

Police Beat

Applications are open for this year’s Camp Cadet program, to be held July 23 to 28 at Marywood University. This is a free leadership/ law enforcement overnight camp for kids ages 13 to 15. Visit www.trooprcampcadet. org to learn more and apply online. Deadline to apply is March 17.

A 14 y/o Pleasant Valley High School student made threats heard by other students of shooting teachers using a shotgun the morning of 2-3. Three students approached a principal. The boy was detained, and his parents brought in. During an interview in front of his parents, he admitted to making these statements during class. The Monroe County District Attorney’s Office approved criminal charges of terroristic threats and harassment. The boy was taken to PA State Police–Fern Ridge for processing, and released to the county Sheriff, who took him to the Bucks County Juvenile Detention Center.

1-25, 8:41 p.m., PSP made a traffic stop on Route 115 and found a 39 y/o Lehigh Valley man drunk and under the influence of some drug. He was arrested for DUI. PSP made a few more DUI arrests over these past few weeks. A special PSP detail will be out on Super Bowl Sunday in hopes of discouraging drinking and driving that evening.

PSP also is involved in checking the information provided for locals to obtain gun licenses. Reports are issued when people are denied (a 25 y/o Effort applicant was turned down on 1-26).

Keeping the Rubber Side down

by Seth Isenberg

checks, then forged his signature on checks totaling $8,210. PSP is investigating.

A 22 y/o Albrightsville woman driving Route 534 on 1-11 on a foggy morning, driving on slushy roads, lost control of her Ford Fusion and drove through a utility pole before coming to a stop. She was taken to St. Luke’sCarbon by Lehighton EMS having been injured when the airbag went off.

1-24 just before 4 p.m., an Amazon van collided with the SUV of a local in Towamensing Trails, Albrightsville. Fender damage to the SUV was the result. Amazon driver was sent along with a ticket from PSP for failing to yield right of way.

1-29, 6:33 a.m., an Albrightsville local, driving south on Merwinsburg Road in her Ram 2500, had a deer enter the road ahead of her and she swerved and hit a curb, causing her to lose control and go off the road into a tree. An airbag deployed…and she was not hurt.

2-3 into 4, a snow event was the cause of accidents around the Pocono Plateau. No injuries but there were dents, scuffed up trees andor bent guide rails.

Stealin’

12-18, an Albrightsville 23 y/o is charged with theft for putting household trash in a business’ dumpster in Chestnuthill. 1-30, a 33 y/o Tobyhanna woman is charged with theft for dumping her household trash and lots more in the Jackson Twp. Fire Company’s dumpster.

12-20, an 80 y/o Albrightsville man had money stolen by thieves that duplicated his personal

1-6, a 57 y/o Effort woman was caught trying to steal a microwave oven from Kinsley’s in Brodheadsville.

1-10, a 40 y/o Albrightsville woman reported a scam, which started with an e-mail claiming to be from PayPal about a pending $1,399.99 withdrawal from her account. She then called a person via a number on the e-mail and spoke to a person who posed as a PayPal representative. At this point, she gave them remote access to her husband’s laptop… later calling PSP-F.

Another scam, an 82 y/o Albrightsville man received a phone call telling him he was the winner of 5 million dollars and a 2022 Mercedes Benz. To secure his winnings, he was told to buy a $500 American Express card and provide the information to the caller. The man did this, and after giving the caller the information, the call was lost. The victim was not able to reestablish contact…At this point, he contacted police.

There are more reports of identity theft.

2-8 10:28 a.m., Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department attempted a traffic stop along Route 196 in Coolbaugh Twp on a gray BMW sedan. The vehicle fled north, then made a u-turn at the K&L gate of A Pocono County Place, fleeing southbound at a high rate of speed. PMRP was able to bring the vehicle to a stop, but male driver then fled on foot. PMRP was able to identify the driver as a 19 y/o Brooklyn, New York man. He was located and was taken

into custody about 4 p.m. A search of the car found marijuana and drug paraphernalia. It was also not street legal. He was put into the Monroe jail pending his arraignment on charges of fleeing and eluding, reckless endangering, possession of marijuana and multiple summary offense for traffic violations.

1 24 about 6 p.m., PMRPD was dispatched to a vehicle crash on Belgravia Drive in Coolbaugh Township. The driver of the vehicle fled before police arrived. Police learned that the car, a black lnfiniti, was stolen two days ago out of Worcester, MA. Police conducted follow up interviews with residents in the area. Based on the investigation, officers were able to identify and locate the suspect to be a 26 y/o local. He was located and arrested without incident, then committed to Monroe County Correctional jail pending arraignment for car theft, operating a vehicle while having a suspended license, and charges related to the crash.

1-21, PMRPD was dispatched to Bill’s Shop Rite, Mount Pocono for a retail theft. Prior to police arrival, it was reported that the suspects had a confrontation with store employees in the parking lot and remove their license plate, then had fled striking a shopping cart being held by one of the employees on the way out.

Responding patrol officers saw a vehicle traveling north on Route 196 matching the vehicle description, without a plate. When police tried to stop the vehicle, it fled and then crashed shortly after on Old Post Road. Both the driver and passenger were positively identified as the suspects. The

total merchandise stolen was $139. Both were arrested and taken to the Monroe County Central Booking Center. They were identified as being from Bayonne, NJ. The 30 y/o driver was arrested and sent to the Monroe County jail to await arraignment on the fleeing charges, simple assault, and retail theft. The passenger, 26, was released after booking. Also 1-21, PMRPD was dispatched to in Mount Pocono Wal-Mart for a retail theft. Police were advised that the suspect had loaded up a shopping cart with merchandise and attempted to leave the store. When confronted, the suspect tried to assault the Wal-Mart loss prevention officer and fled the store without the merchandise. A description of the suspect was given and police were able to review video of the incident. Wal-Mart tallied the amount that the suspect attempted to steal - $1,246. A short time later, on a separate incident, Police observed a female matching the suspect’s description, positively identified her and placed her into custody. She was transported to Monroe jail to await arraignment on theft, simple assault and disorderly conduct charges.

PennDOT

Winter weather duty will continue as there is some. Keep alert for black ice when temperatures are below freezing.

Pothole patching will continue as weather stays warmer than normal. Crews are doing some tree cutting, and crack sealing. A brushcutting team is also in our area. Keep alert for winter conditions. Please limit your speed when there is snow and ice.

First Responder Grants Awarded for 176th District

Seven fire and emergency medical services (EMS) companies in the 176th Legislative District were awarded nearly $89,000 in funding support through the 2022-23 Pennsylvania Fire Company and Emergency Medical Service Grant Program, Rep.

Jack Rader (R-Monroe) announced.

“This annual state funding helps our local fire and EMS companies maintain their life-saving operations,” said Rader. “We appreciate the services they provide to our communities and thank

them for their dedication. I am certain these grants will be put to good use.”

Following is a list of local organizations that received grants and the amount of the awards:

Blue Ridge Hook and Ladder Fire Company - $12,106.

Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Company – $13,117.

Kunkletown Volunteer Fire Company – $11,861.

Pocono Mountain Regional EMS – $9,944.

Pocono Summit Volunteer Fire Company – $12,844.

Polk Township Volunteer Fire Company – $13,826.

West End Fire Company of Brodheadsville - $15,000.

Projects and programs eligible for funding include facility upgrades, equipment purchases, debt reduction, training and certification, education and public outreach, and recruitment and retention efforts. Additionally, fire companies were permitted

to apply for constructions savings accounts for the purposes of new facility construction.

The ongoing funding program was created by the General Assembly. All grants are generated from slot machine gaming proceeds, and not General Fund tax revenue. The program is administered by the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency with the application process handled through the Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC). The funding amounts are contingent on the recipients filing their grant agreements with OSFC.

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Big Game Scoring event

PA Game Commission

Northeast Regional Director Daniel Figured announced that a Big Game scoring session will be held on Saturday, March 4, at the Northeast Regional Headquarters building in Dallas. “It’s been quite a few years since an organized official scoring event was held in the region, and this will be a great opportunity for someone who harvested a Pennsylvania deer, bear, or elk that has record book potential to have that rack or skull scored. The Northeast Region has four game wardens who are certified by the Boone and Crockett Club as official scorers, and they’ll be on hand for the day’s event.”

The Boone and Crockett Club is an American nonprofit organization that advocates fair chase hunting in support of habitat conservation and is North America’s oldest wildlife and habitat conservation

organization and was founded in 1887 by Theodore Roosevelt.

“Since racks and skulls will be measured for possible inclusion in the Pennsylvania Big Game Record Book, only those Whitetail Deer, Elk, and Black Bear that were lawfully harvested in Pennsylvania through fair chase methods will be accepted for scoring,” said Figured.

Because of the expected turnout, reservations are required, and whitetail racks must have a minimum of six points to be scored at this session.

The scoring event will run from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m., and reservations can be made by contacting Information and Education Supervisor Gerald Kapral at 833-PGC-HUNT, extension 55008, or via email at gkapral@pa.gov.

The Northeast Regional Office is located at 3917 Memorial Highway in Dallas.

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Obituaries

ADAM JAY SCHIPS

Adam Jay Schips, 59, of Long Pond, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Born in Bronx, New York, he was the son of Al and Dorothy (Strauss) Schips. Adam was a talented chef for many years. He possessed a heart of gold and was always willing to help his loved ones. Above all, Adam loved the Grateful Dead. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. In addition to his parents, Al and Dorothy, Adam will be lovingly remembered by his sister, Diane Schips; grandchildren, Madison Schips and Zoey Fields; niece, Leora Richard and loved ones, April Latham and Brian Latham. Adam was preceded in death by his daughter, Erica Schips. A memorial service took place January 23 in the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco.

ELLIS R. SMITH

Ellis R. Smith, 90, of Kunkletown, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at Slate Belt Nursing Home.

He was the loving husband of the late Betty Jane (Weiss) Smith, with whom he shared 65 years of marriage.

Born in Kunkletown, he was the son of the late John and Mary (George) Smith.

Ellis worked for Lehigh Hanson Cement Plant as an equipment operator most of his life. He was a loving and caring father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He wl be deeply missed by his loving family and many friends.

Ellis is survived by his son, Chris Smith and wife Sharon; a daughter, Nancy Frantz; grandchildren, Ernest Frantz, Sherry Frantz, Holly and Travis Lowe, and Jonathan and Kimberly Smith; and great-grandchildren, Jaxon Lowe, Damien Frantz, Reagan and Kennedy Smith; and many other relatives and friends.

There are no services scheduled at this time. Cremation will take place in H.G. Smith Crematory, Stroudsburg. www.kresge funeralhome.com

PABLO ORTIZ

Pablo Ortiz, 80, of Tobyhanna, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Born in Puerto Rico, he was the son of the late Pablo and Lillian (Burgos) Ortiz. Pablo was the beloved husband of the late Virgen (Santos) Ortiz. He worked as a foreman for a manufacturing company for many years. Above all, Pablo was a hard working family man.

Pablo will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Miguel Ortiz and his wife Jaqueline, and Israel Ortiz; daughter, Virgen C. Ortiz and Gloria Paez; sisters, Betty and Julie; grandchildren, Carlos, Christina, Louis, Miguel, Jonathan, Christian, Stefan, Maiquel, Gabriel, Raquel, Celinez and Yandel; as well as, many beloved nieces, nephews and greatgrandchildren. Pablo is preceded in death by his sons, Jose Angel Ortiz and Louis Angel Ortiz and grandson, Nickolaz.

A prayer service took place January 23, in the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco.

KYRE DANTE NERO

Kyre Dante Nero, 31 of Pocono Summit, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he was the son of Kenny and Keisha (Spencer) Nero. Kyre and his family moved to the Poconos in 2003 for a better life. Kyre graduated in 2010 from Pocono West High School. Kyre was well known for his love of music and smooth moves on the dance floor. No event was finished until Kyre hit the floor. His energy was nothing short of radiant and that radiance was the defining characteristic for Kyre amongst his family and friends. It was a radiance that didn’t overpower a room, but rather one that always brought inclusivity and laughter to everyone in it.

For all the love and joy Kyre brought to those around him, he was not without struggles of his own. He went through a plethora of ups and downs in navigating his diabetes, but he fought through every single one of them with his head held high. In fact, most times, you would never even know he wasn’t feeling well. There were many days Kyre fought through his illness while at the same time loving his friends and family through good and bad times. It was as if his hardships were diminished in his times

of loving on others.

Kyre, although physically absent, is very much alive in the genuine memories everyone who met him holds on to. In addition to his mother, Keisha and father Kenny, Kyre will be lovingly missed by his grandparents, Melvin Davender and his wife Mary; James Mandley, Sr. and his wife Annette; and Rosalyn Joseph; brother, Kenny Nero, Jr.; sister, Kayla Nero; maternal aunt Tamara Davender. maternal uncles Eric Spencer and his wife Theresa, James “JJ” Mandley, Jr. and his wife Denise, Desmond “DJ”, and Dewitt “Dee” Mandley and his wife Clara, Antwain Davendar, and Christopher Handberry; paternal uncles Jeremy Alexander, Glendford Young, Jeffrey Cottoy, Derwin Stoodard, Osborne, Leslie, Maxwell, Cameron, and Keon; paternal aunts Barbara, Susan Myers, Mauricia, Ruan, Camille, Nordica, Sophia, Alana and Aaliya; great-aunts Lynette Long, Bonita Long, M Annette Mandley-Turner, Lydia Simmons; greatuncle Walter (Boojack) Davis; best friends Sakoya FrancisWilliams and Zahra Josie. He will also be dearly missed by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

A memorial service was held February 4, at the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco.

Obituaries

PHILIP PAUL DENTE II

Philip Paul Dente II, 79, of Canadensis, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2023. Born in Exeter he was the son of the late Philip “Fritz” and Josephine (Pepe) Dente. Philip was the husband of the late Patricia (Phillips) Dente. He was the owner and operator of The Village View and was a former supervisor of Barrett Township. Phil was an avid Eagles fan (Go Birds!), a devoted father and grandfather, and cartoonist who loved golfing, card games, spending time with his family, and spoiling his grandkids and greatgrandkids, not necessarily in that order. He adored Willie Nelson (Mammas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to Be Cowboys), loved to play the guitar and, in his younger years, the drums. He made the best Grampy dogs and silver dollar pancakes and is and will be missed infinitely by his family and friends.

Philip will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Kenneth Dente and wife Maleana, Philip Paul Dente, III, Thomas Dente, Ryan Locher and his wife Angela; daughter, Heather Schratt and husband Shane; sisters, Anne Marie Mancini and Doretta Burgess and husband Brian; companion, Veronica Moran; grandchildren, Ashley, Denver, Lily, Ryan, Amanda Lee, Savannah, Logan, Braedon and Damien; and six great grandchildren. Philip is preceded in death by his grandson, Philip Paul Dente, IV.

A memorial service took place January 27, in the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Monroe County Hospice House, 412 E Brown St, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.

RENE JOHN PONCE

Rene John Ponce, 98, of Pocono Lake, passed away in his home on Saturday, January 21, 2023. Born in New York, New York he was the son of the late Salvatore and Francis (Zarate) Ponce.

Rene was the husband of the late Cornelia (Scarano) Ponce. He owned an egg delivery business for many years, then later worked as a surveyor technician for Edwards and Kelcey. Rene was an active member of St. Maximilian Kolbe of Pocono Pines where he served as a Eucharistic Minister and a member of the choir. He was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus and a volunteer for Meals on Wheels.

Rene will be lovingly remembered by his son, Bradford Ponce and his wife Jeanette; daughters, Yvonne Hermann, and Diane Dugan and her husband Brent; FIVE grandchildren and many beloved nieces, nephews and great grandchildren. Rene is preceded in death by his sisters Angie and Olga.

Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco was in charge of arrangements. A Mass of Christian Burial took place January 30 in St Maximilian Kolbe Parish, Pocono Pines. Interment followed at Pocono Lake Cemetery.

News from Congregation B’nai Harim

Congregation B’nai Harim will conduct a Zoom tour of the National Liberty Museum on Thursday, February 23, at 7 p.m. moderated by Sally Wiener Grotta.

Please register either on the B’nai Harim website or via spinnerjh@yahoo.com.

The National Liberty Museum is the culmination of the life’s work of Irvin Borowsky, a proud lifelong Philadelphian, distinguished publisher, art collector, and philanthropist, and his daughter Gwen, the founding CEO.

Hamantaschen Bake-off

Hamantaschen (Yiddish for “Haman’s pockets”) are the most famous Purim food. Join Baker Honi Gruenberg either in person at B’nai Harim or on Zoom on March 2, at 2:00 p.m. as we bake various recipes to prepare for our Purim Shpiel dessert. We will be telling a history of Hamantaschen and working alongside other B’nai Harim Bakers (volunteers welcome!).

Please contact moderator Janet Mennies at jhoffmanmennies@gmail. com if you are interested

in helping with the baking or have any questions about this March Adult Ed Program.

Contact Jonathan Spinner at spinnerjh@yahoo.com to register for the Zoom event. The Hamantaschen will be served at the Purim Shpiel on March 5, at 1:30 p.m.

Women’s Resource Center Donations

Donations are needed for the Women’s Resources of Monroe County. During the month of February we will collect items needed by Women’s Resources of Monroe County, so that we can donate them for Women’s Month in March. You can drop items off at the temple or Mountain top lodge. This is a list of items needed: journals, baby wipes, cleaning supplies, larger sized diapers, PJs (all sizes) , underwear (all sizes) ,stretchy pants (all sizes) and gift cards -Walmart & gas.

Congregation B’nai Harim is located in Pocono Pines Pa. at Route 940 and Sullivan Trail. For further information call the message center at 570-646-0100 or visit the website www. bnaiharimpoconos.org.

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