Journal of the Pocono Plateau, Mid-May 2024

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of the POCONO PLATEAU

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VOLUME 28, NUMBER 23

Tunkhannock Twp. hires collection attorney

by Ruth Isenbereg

“The best collections attorney in Mnoroe County” is how Tunkhannock Township solicitor Harry Coleman described Atty. Kevin Hardy.At their May 8 meeting, supervisors voted to retain Hardy to collect overdue amsuement taxes.

There was good news on that front, as the Elements Music Festival paid its amusement tax due from last summer’s event, a sizeable amount according to supervisors’ chairman George Ewald.

Coleman has drawn up a draft amusement tax ordinance; the last revision was in 1994. Changes would modernize the collection efforts and build in collection mechanisms. Atty. Hardy will be asked to review the draft, which will probably be ready for action by the June meeting.

Several other agenda items were also tabled, because information had just been received and not

yet reviewed. Action on the proposed zoning amendment regarding removal of commercial solar energy facilities from Open Space zones will be held until work is completed on changes to the sections regarding warehouses and stormwater are complete, so they can all be advertised at one time.

Developers agreements were approved for Route 115 Associates, LLC, and the Malanyu, Land Development for an auto repair and sales property, the latter dependent on review by the supervisors within seven days.

Spring Bulk Trash Dropoff Event is May 17 to 20, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

State representative Jack Rader has scheduled two events, a License Plate Replacement Event on June 7, from 12-2 p.m. at his office on Route 940, and an Identity Theft Seminar, June 13, at 5:30 p.m. at the Tunkhannock Township

See TUNKHANNOCK TWP, page 2

WAREHOUSES, WAREHOUSES EVERYWHERE: This site on Route 940 west of Blakeslee is the second of three proposed for Kidder Township. The first at ID Logistics is open. Project three is to begin construction this year. Two large commercial buildings, that are not warehouses, are in the early planning stages.

Newsletter proposals due at Mt. Pocono

by Pat Albano

At the April 16th work session Mount Pocono Borough Council members discussed options for the Newsletter. Borough Manager Marissa Duffy stated, “We are going to review a contract with our current provider

Tom Ford. Council will also hear from Hometown Press.” Since neither was able to make the work session council tabled a decision on the newsletter pending presentations from both.

Mayor Randy Altemose stated, “This is not in our budget,” and director

Claudette Williams added, “Norm Delano has to solicit ads and that’s how we get the newsletter for free.” Council shifted to discussion of the Excessive Police Call Ordinance. Williams asked whether the borough would collect funds from excessive

JP: Ruth Isenberg

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building. Reservations are required for that event.

The Waste Authority will hold a household hazardous waste recycling event on June 15, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at its Military Road Recycling Site. Advance registration and payment are required.

A Well Isolation Distance Waiver was approved for 165 Maple Road to locate the septic system less than 100' from an existing well because of the size of the lot.

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calls and the mayor suggested setting up a meeting with Walmart since most calls come from that business.

Supervisor Kevin Wieand reported that the township is looking to upgrade its playground area. Grants are being sought. Because the property where the playground is Nature Conservancy land, they will talk with them to see if it can be made bigger. An ADA inclusive playground is planned. The current equipment is still safe, but needs upgrades.

Supervisor Byron Witt reported that the Pocono Mountain Regional Police should be asked to sit at Sierra View sometimes to curtail speeding.

Witt also reported that Tunkhannock Township Volunteer Fire Company has responded to 71 calls for the year.

Weiand reported that Pocono Mountain Regional Emergency Medical Services

(PMREMS) responded to 22 calls last month, 78 year to date in the township. The new ambulance is on the road.

Emily Daly reported that a Mother’s Day sale is going on to benefit Clymer Library. She invited people to march with the library in the Memorial Day parade starting at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27.

Zoning Officer Kate Lambert attended Indian Mountain Lakes Community Days, and was one of the township representative who attended a recent class in community planning.

Public comments included complaints about messy properties, and a question about whether or not Toll Road will reopen. According to Witt, “It’s a Chestnuthill Township issue.” He said their roadmaster said they abandoned it.

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Council also discussed the Driveway Pipe Blockage Ordinance. Board member Joe Simone asked, “Do we have a lot of problems with blockage?” with the mayor responding “Yes.” The mayor added, “it should be the property owner’s responsibility for installation and maintenance and keeping pipes clear and any issues should require 30 days to correct.”

President Don Struckle noted that the budget committee had met, and one concern is overtime for the road crew. Council also discussed the new employee handbook.

The mayor reported residents parking in fire lanes and excessive 911 calls. The mayor also noted that candidates for the police academy will be ready by June or July.

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Future plans of seniors topic at PMSB meeting

by Pat Albano

At the Pocono Mountain School District meeting on May 1, Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Robison named seniors who signed letters of intent for sports with colleges and universities.

West High School students attended a college fair while others prepared for service in the armed forces.

Robison added, “The

district received a competitive School Safety Grant Award of over $704K.” Robison thanked all who attended the Monroe County Children’s Roundtable held at Northampton Community College with over 100 organizations present. She extended congratulations to the district’s music department, which received a Best Music Education Award nine years in a row.

HATT is back with

Brady’s Lake Castle program

The Historical Association of Tobyhanna Township is reorganizing. The first program for this year will take place on Tuesday, June 2, at 5:30 p.m. The topic will be Brady’s Lake Castle, presented by Bill Leonard, at the Clymer Library, 115 Firehouse Road, Pocono Pines.

Brady’s Castle was built on Brady’s Lake in Coolbaugh Township around 1914 by ice harvesters under the direction of Edward T. Brady. It was used as a home for the Brady family and as a boarding house during

the ice harvest. In the 1930s and 1940s, it was used for various public and Boy Scout functions.

Leonard will give a presentation with photos and information about the castle and also some topics related to the castle. He is a native of Tobyhanna, and has lived here all his life. His family and the Coolbaugh Township Township Historical Association have held the annual Tobyhanna Millpond #1 Ice Harvest since the Coolbaugh Bicentennial in 1994.

On May 5 the district was to celebrate Super-Heroes, who include food services workers, and schoolbus drivers. May 7 is National Teacher Appreciation Day; Robison thanked all who choose to be teachers.

Robison closed out her report indicating, “There is still time to register for summer school, which will be held Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.-12 p.m. from June 17-25.”

Dr. Ann Marie Vaughn presented Using Math Workshop Model to improve student performance. The goal is to increase math achievement. Board member Ronald Byrd asked about feedback and Board member

Chris Grape-Garvey asked about math workstations, with Vaughn replying, “workstations have a 15-minute attention span.”

Focus then shifted to the instructional report and the PA Junior Academy of Science—a statewide organization of junior and senior students. The purpose of PJAS is to promote research. Benefits include scholarships, fellowships, and monetary awards. Students who participate receive letters from the academy and can include these in college applications. Students select topics in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, or Computer Science. Students

collect data, research, and prepare formal presentations and present research at regional meetings. East High school students Lila Shelton and Jasper Shelton received scholarships, and each gave perspectives on their research, as did West High School senior Javier R. Espinal, and East Junior High School eighth grader Miriam Thomas. The state competition will be held May 19-21 at Penn State University main campus. Motion for the East High School Capital Project passed and updates on the proposed final general fund budget will be presented at the next meeting.

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Veterans honors, other activities listed at PMSB meeting

by Pat Albano

At the Pocono Mountain School District meeting on April 17 Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Robison cited student awards received from local veterans’ organizations. These include the Voices of Democracy Competition and the PA VFW Teacher of the Year Award.

West High School students participated in Student Leadership Day.

On April 22, the West and East Science and Math Honor Societies hosted an event featuring over 30 interactive STEAM tables. These will explore a variety of engaging activities from organizations such as DaVinci Science

Center, Wilkes Science in Motion, and Pocono Organics.

Robison continued, ‘The district hosted the PA Odyssey of the Mind finals two weeks ago, and world finals competition will be held in Iowa on May 21.” Robison reminded everyone of a roundtable on May 6-8 at Northampton Community

Waterfall Adventure Trip to Finger Lakes

Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center has announced a new bus trip to the Finger Lakes region of New York from August 2729. On this trip for adventure seekers, we will be tent camping for two nights and spending our days exploring

and swimming near waterfalls, kayaking on a lake, and hiking the famous Watkins Glen Gorge Trail.

The kayaking and hiking portions of this trip will be moderate in difficulty and are not intended for beginners. The minimum age

for this trip is 18. Space is limited to 11 people. Cost is $295 per person. Please call 570-6293061 for more information or to register. For information on other programs, visit www. mcconservation.org.

College. Over one-hundred community organizations including dental screenings will be available to connect people to services in Monroe County, Dr. Steven Spengler gave an instructional report titled, “Linkit” linking student data to success. “Data can be captured, stored, and analyzed for simple reporting to tell us what is going well and not. There can be as many data points as necessary to support and monitor students and if necessary, intervention.”

Board member Ana Lopez asked about a parent portal, which Spengler said, “is in the works in the future.”

Board member Ronald Byrd asked about Artificial Intelligence, with Spengler replying, “It will be built into the program to help it run.”

Business manager Joseph Colozza gave updates on support services, noting 1,155 work orders for March and 119 class trips.

Board member Christina Grape-Garvey noted “MCTI’s permit is in hand and expansion continues.” She added, “MCTI students are currently working on a storage building with a ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled soon. Recently, MCTI received a $10K grant which will be used to purchase furniture.”

East and West High School Student Council gave updates on their “Make a Wish” goals of $5k to help a 15-year-old girl. The Student Council has raised over $60K in 20 years. Other reports cited the final blood drives of the year.

Clymer Library Annual House Tour features all kinds of homes

The Clymer Library’s annual Brunch and House Tour is scheduled for Wednesday, August 14. The event begins with brunch at 10 a.m. at the Lake Naomi Clubhouse featuring Tricky Tray, 50/50 and Basket of Cheer raffles. Doors will

open at 9:30. The house tour follows, where participants travel to designated homes on their own from 12:30 – 4 p.m.

This year’s tour features 6 exceptional homes ranging from 1900’s historical ‘cottages’ on Pocono Crest

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to a brand-new construction on Lake Naomi, as well as a refreshment stop at Dembinski Realty’s new Camp Life Building on Route 940.

This is Clymer Library’s biggest fund raiser and most well attended event of the

year. The cost of the brunch and tour is $55; the house tour alone costs $30. All proceeds benefit the library. Tickets go on sale June 3 (cash or check only). Visit the library at 115 Firehouse Road in Pocono Pines to purchase. You can call the

library with questions at 570-646-0826.

Clymer is a Public Library open to all. Clymer Library’s mission is to foster lifelong learning for our diverse community by providing access to quality, innovative resources.

Friends of Clymer spring sale still open

You will find gifts for mom at low, affordable prices and spring décor to brighten your home at the Friends of Clymer Library 2024 Mother’s Day & Spring Sale. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the Clymer Library. The sale runs through

Saturday, May 11 at Clymer Library, 115 Firehouse Road in Pocono Pines.

Hours are Monday and Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information e-mail friendsofclymerlibrary@ gmail.com

The mission of the Friends of Clymer Library is to support and enhance the library services to the community.

Seth’s Sightings

Sightings was limited to fox and groundhog, stray cats and unruly deer. Neither Ruth nor I hit any critters with the cars, but there were close calls, and a couple I needed to beep at.

I’ve a report of a small bear making its way through White Haven, and a much larger bear in Foster Township this one may be 700 pounds per my source. It also may be the bear raiding garbage in Kidder and Tobyhanna. A bear of that size lives by its stomach.

The weather has supported an early and impressive

bloom of lilacs, irises, and in one yard, wisteria. The apple trees are showing off. The rain did take some petals off the cherry trees. As a bonus, the rains also took the petals off the Bartlett pear trees the ones that smell bad. So, that fresh smell at our office door is greenery the pear tree had made standing on the sidewalk a bit whiffy.

With our above normal temperatures, the heating season is nearly behind us. I’m hoping that means lower heating oil costs, and lower gas prices at the pumps.

by Seth Isenberg

The Wheeling Nailers are what’s left of the Penguins’ hockey organization’s hopes for a Cup win…the Kelly Cup in that league. The team is playing home games in the Penguins training facility in Cranberry Township, since their regular home was flooded last month. They need to pick up the pace, as they are behind in their best of seven series with Toledo

0-3.

In the bigs, I am following the Bruins and Celtics. Since I was a kid I followed these teams.

This past Saturday, I took Ruth out to Kentucky Derby parties so we could get pictures. The parties are way more fun than the race not unlike NASCAR, though there we miss the hats. Of course with these parties,

it was bourbon, not beer. Thinking about it, horse racing could be the NASCAR of one hundred years ago… think Guys and Dolls. I am planning for some medical days next week and hoping for good news.

Happy Mother’s Day to all. Here’s to a return to sunny days and good health to us all.

May Art Show: Tricia Lowrey Lippert and Friends — ‘Artists in Nature’

The works of Tricia Lowrey Lippert, Joni Oye Benintende, Peter Salmon and Marilyn Pastor Abdalla will be on display in the Gallery at Kettle Creek through May 31. The show will include a variety of art mediums, including clay, oil painting and watercolors for a unique

nature-themed show. ‘Artists in Nature’ will be on display at the Gallery at Kettle Creek for the month of May. The gallery is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and will be open Saturday, May 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

There is no charge.Call 570-629-3061 for questions.

Painting by Tricia Lowrey Lippert

Pocono Garden Club to celebrate mothers

A Mother’s Day Herbal Tea will be served when the Pocono Garden Club meets on Wednesday, May 15, , at 1 p.m. at the Monroe County Conservation District, 8050 Running Valley Road, Bartonsville.

container or a collection of hosta leaves in a clear container with water.

The club’s original silver tea set, dating to its early years, will be part of the popular traditional tea party. Fancy hats are optional.

The May floral design entry is titled Cinco de Mayo, and will be a parallel design with vibrant colors.

The May horticulture entry will be a stem from a flowering shrub in a clear

The houseplant entry will be any flowering plant.

The club is already preparing for its popular annual flower show and plant sale. Themed The Beauty of America, the show and sale will be held Saturday July 13, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Tannersville.

For more information, visit the Pocono Garden Club on Facebook or email club president Nell Cadue at poconogardenclub@gmail. com

PLUMC plans 20th Community Flea Market

20th Annual Pocono Lake

United Methodist Church (PLUMC) Community Flea Market will take place on Saturday, June 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, on the front green of the Pocono Lake United Methodist Church, 1188 Route 940, Pocono Lake, just 3.5 miles east of Blakeslee Corners.

The PLUMC Flea Market is greatly looked forward to by the entire community as the start of summer activities. A wide selection of items will be available for purchase, including vendor offerings, delicious home baked goods, jams, and jellies, and White Elephant tables filled with holiday decorations, furniture, antiques, tools, kitchen appliances, toys, strollers, cribs, games,

books, etc. It is always a fun day perusing the tables, purchasing treasures, making great buys, enjoying good food, and meeting and greeting friends and neighbors.

The United Methodist Women of Faith sponsor and staff the event. Its proceeds support the Methodist Women’s many and varied

mission projects, including local and worldwide charities.

Vendor tables/space are available for $15 by contacting the church office at 570-646-2650. Prepayment is requested. Checks may be made out to “Pocono Lake United Methodist Church”.

Named to two honor societies

Paige Knecht of Pocono Pines was among the 42 University of Scranton students inducted into Omega Beta Sigma, the women’s business honor society. She was also one of the 25 University of Scranton students

inducted into Upsilon Phi Delta, the national honor society for graduate and undergraduate students in healthcare administration programs.

Knecht is a senior majoring in health administration at the Jesuit university.

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5. Fish of liver oil fame

8. *Stinging pollinator

11. Prefix in levorotary

12. *Dark home to #33 Down

13. Sudden growth

15. Like certain Steven

16. Symphony member

17. Type of feather

18. *Comfy seat (2 words)

20. Don’t put these

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into one basket?

21. Full nelson is ____ wrestling

22. Santa ____, Orange County

23. Puts down

26. Et cetera (3 words)

30. Pen point

31. With signs of wear and tear

34. Beyond natural, in U.K.

35. Messes up

37. Chitchat

38. Willow twig

39. Evening purse

40. Win a race

42. Tucker of “Modern Family”

43. Army bathroom

45. Eucharist plates

47. Opposite of WSW

48. French composer Erik Alfred Leslie

50. “Back to the Future” antagonist

52. *Beatle with Wings

56. Poodle minus d

57. England’s medieval royal house

58. Rabbit’s cousin

59. Nymph chaser

60. Genealogist’s creation

61. Blackhearted

62. George Gershwin’s brother

63. “For ____ a jolly...”

64. It often goes with a rod

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1. What the Big Bad Wolf did

2. First name in jeans

3. “Pop it in the ____!”

4. Cuban drums

5. Secret clique

6. Roundish

7. Chronic wasting disease carrier

8. Plug for a barrel

9. *As opposed to urns

10. Pilot’s estimate, acr.

12. Herb for treating

menopausal symptoms

13. Shop till you drop, e.g.

14. *Flying stallion

19. “The Queen’s Gambit” game

22. Take your pick

23. *Biblical Gabriel, e.g.

24. All plants and animals

25. Approximately

26. Shortened word, abbr.

27. Drink request

28. Home to largest mammal

29. Socially acceptable behaviors

32. Malaria symptom

33. *Nocturnal mosquito eater

36. *Lightning beetle

38. Recording studio sign

40. Next to nothing

41. Same as intake

44. Reason by deduction

46. Restraint

48. Academy Award

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49. Chunks of 43,560 square feet

50. Wild hog

51. Itty bit

53. Part of cathedral

56. Tire meas.

52. Urban legend

54. Great Lake

55. Holler

Obituaries

PAUL

G. KELLY

Paul G. Kelly, 66, of Mount Pocono, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Mountain City Nursing Home. He was born to the late Walter and Mary (McGlaughlin) Kelly, in Hoboken, New Jersey.

Paul worked for Nippon Express in New Jersey before moving to Pennsylvania in 1990. Paul spent the next 17 years working at Liz Clairborne Warehouse until it closed. He was the union shop steward, always looking out and fighting for his coworkers. Paul spent the next few years working through Manpower for Sanofi before he retired.

Paul was a coach for years. He coached both girls’

softball and boys’ baseball through the years. Paul helped coach basketball.

Paul enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Some of Paul’s highlights would be playing basketball, golfing, a good poker game, swimming and playing water tag in the pool. Paul was always a big kid at heart. He has touched so many hearts in his life.

Paul is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Rose Marie Kelly; his children, Kyle Kelly and Kayleigh, and Heather Wilson and Scott; grandchildren, Khloe McDermott and Karter Kelly; many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and -nephews.

Visitation for Paul will be held on Monday, May 13, from 2 until 4 p.m. at Bolock Funeral Home & Crematory. Funeral services will follow at 4 p.m. with Pastor Gene officiating.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Paul’s honor to: Alzheimer’s Association, Donation by mail send a check to: P.O. Box 96011 Washington, DC 20090-6011 or online donations: https://www.alz. org/?form=FUNSETYDEFK Bolock Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., is honored to serve the Kelly family. Condolences may be expressed at www. bolockfuneralhome.com.

JANE VIRGINIA EDMUNDS EDWARDS

Jane Virginia Edmunds Edwards, 74, of Blakeslee and Jonesport, Maine, formerly of Plainfield and South Plainfield NJ, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024 at home, surrounded by family, and in the embrace of her eldest son, after a valiant battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Jane was born in Paterson, NJ to Robert Edmunds and Barbara Elwell Edmunds, and grew up in Little Silver, NJ. She graduated from Red Bank Regional High School, and the Duke University School of Nursing, with a BSN and a love for the Duke Blue Devils.

As a professional, she served hospitals in Port Jervis, NY, Albuquerque, NM, and Red Bank, NJ, and served at GSA Camp Sinawik at Camp Oak Springs, Somerset, NJ.

Most of her life was dedicated to her family. Her greatest passion was for her children, grandchildren, and most any children, having been involved in Girl Scouts, Christian Nursery schools, and other school

and church activities. Her second passion was spending time at her piece of the old Farnsworth Family Homestead, on Masons Bay in Jonesport Maine, where she was a sixth-generation blueberry grower.

She enjoyed sewing, knitting, crafting, baking, and gardening. Up until her time of passing, Jane, along with her husband, was a dealer at Pocono Peddlers’ Village Antique Mall in Tannersville. Jane was a member of the Pocono Lake Wesleyan Church, Pocono Lake, Sawyer Memorial Congregational Church, Jonesport, Maine, and the Jonesport Historical Society. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Mark Edwards; a sister, Marilyn Edmunds, a brother, Russel Edmunds; two sons, Keith (Carrie) Edwards, of Pocono Summit, and Brian Edwards, of North Brunswick, NJ, and a daughter, Cindy (Doug) Cooper, of Calhan, Colorado; as well as five grandchildren, Riley and Connor Edwards of Pocono Summit, Daniel and Jack Cooper of Calhan Colorado, and Katherine Cooper of Colorado Springs, Colorado.

A Celebration of Life was held at Pocono Lake Wesleyan Church, Pocono Lake, on Thursday, April 18, at 6;30 p.m. All attending were encouraged to wear something yellow to honor her. Interment will be scheduled at a later date, in Jonesport, Maine.

Bolock Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., is honored to serve the Edwards family. Condolences may be expressed at www. bolockfuneralhome.com

PAMELA FAITH COHEN

Pamela Faith Cohen, 54, of Tobyhanna, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at St. Luke’s Hospital –Monroe.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of the late Vernal Babcock and Mildred (Harmon) Babcock.

She dedicated her love and life to others in a professional and personal setting. Pamela’s family was held dear to her heart ,as well as animals of all kinds. She’d spend her nights with her beloved dog and cats. She enjoyed feeding the local deer and squirrels. Other simple pleasures were mastering puzzles and enjoying her favorite music. But most of all, quality time with her husband and daughters is what she lived for.

Pamela is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Ian Cohen; her daughters, Jessica Bulson and Alicia Cohen; and her sister Sherry Appenauer and brother-inlaw Rudolph of Chapel Hill, NC.

A memorial service was held April 27, at Bolock Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc.; 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Pamela’s name to The American Lung Association, National Direct Response, PO Box 756 Osceola WI 54020-0756 or online at https://action. lung.org/site/Donation2?df_ id=31272&mfc_ pref=T&31272. donation=form1

Pamela’s funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Bolock Funeral Home & Crematory.

Obituaries Fabian to head up Monroe County Habitat for Humanity chapter

GEORGE P. GRILLO SR.

George P. Grillo, Sr., 94, of Pocono Summit, passed away peacefully April 21, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of the late Dolores (Tilelli) Grillo with whom he had shared 59 years of marriage.

Born Giamatista Paul Grillo, he grew up in Brooklyn, New York. He was the son of the late Santo and Rose (Napolitano) Grillo

A mechanic by trade, there was not much George could not fix. He had a tool for every job big or small and could easily improvise to get what ever was broken up and running again. His many skills made him a “ jack of all trades” and a master craftsmen. He was the go to person for his family, friends and his community.

He enjoyed family time, special celebrations and tinkering in his garage. He was always the life of the party and could be easily swayed to partake on the dance floor.

Upon starting his family in Brooklyn New York, George & Dolores’s love for the Pocono Mountains brought them to move their family to Pocono Summit where he has resided for the past 50 years. George and Dolores had made many lasting

friendships and very happy family memories. George was lovingly known by many as Pop.

George is survived by his children, Donna M. Knecht of Oceanview Delaware, Craig Grillo and his wife, Shelly of Pocono Summit, George Grillo of Tannersville, daughter in-law, Michelle “Shelby” Grillo of Saylorsburg; grandchildren, Blake Knecht and his wife, Kristen of Seven Valleys; Brianna Lupia and her husband Mike of Hummelstown, Cody Knecht of Pocono Lake, John Grillo & his companion Paloma of San Franciso CA, and Sophia Grillo of Tampa FL; greatgrandson, Brayden Knecht of Seven Valleys; as well as many nieces and nephews.

George was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores in 2020 and his son in-law, Dennis “Denny” Knecht in 2009.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Care Team, 5325 Northgate Drive Suite 207 & 210, Bethlehem PA 18017.

A funeral service was held May 4 at Bolock Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., Cresco.

The board of directors of Monroe County Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce that Scott J. Fabian has been named Executive Director.

“Scott is not new to our organization,” said Habitat’s president Barbara J. Hill. “He has been with us since 2019, serving as Volunteer Coordinator, Affiliate Coordinator, and most recently as Acting Executive Director. His successful experience with our agency, as well as

his previous professional accomplishments elevated him to the top of our list during the search process.”

“With more than 32 years of organizational and community leadership, Scott brings a proven track record of success to his new position,” Hill said. “His extensive background in relevant experience positions, his deep understanding of working with volunteers and faith-based organizations, and his solid community network align perfectly

Earns Academic All-District Honors

Taliyah Malone of Tobyhanna is one of four Alvernia University women’s basketball student-athletes to earn CSC Academic All-District Honors, as announced by College Sports Communicators.

The 2023-24 Academic All-District Women’s Basketball Team, selected by College Sports Communicators, recognizes the nation’s top studentathletes for their combined

performances on the court and in the classroom. In order to qualify for the award, student-athletes must be at least a sophomore academically and have at least a 3.50 cumulative GPA. They must have also played in at least 90% of their team’s games or must have started in at least 66 percent of the team’s games. This is the second CSC Academic All-District honor for Malone.

with Habitat’s vision and mission. We are confident that with Scott’s leadership, Monroe County Habitat for Humanity’s growth and success will continue.”

Fabian is enthusiastic about his new role. “I am honored to have been chosen to lead Habitat’s team and I look forward to creating new opportunities to increase our potential to improve housing affordability and assure that everyone in Monroe County has a safe and decent place to live. I am most excited right now to bring our dream of a ReStore to fruition - the proceeds of which will allow us to help more homeowners,” he said.

Fabian holds a B.A. from Westchester University and a M.S. from Marywood University. He also has the distinction of being named Lifetime Honorary King of the Nguiemboon Tribe in Batcham, Cameroon.

Police Beat

About 10:20 a.m. on April 19, PA State Police–Fern Ridge was dispatched to the Wawa in Brodheadsville on a report of a phoned threat by an unknown male. The store was closed for about 40 minutes. Employees vacated the building while Troopers did a walk-through. Nothing suspicious was found.

The investigation continues and PSP-F seeks more information anyone who might have info on the incident is asked to call in to the Investigation Unit at the barracks at 570-646-2271.

On July 19, 2023, the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department was involved in investigating a child sexual abuse complaint. During the investigation, a search warrant was executed on August 4, at the residence of Andrew Lilly. During the search, an extensive number of computers, cameras, digital media, cellular phones, and other media storage devices were recovered. Based on the amount of data that can be stored on these devices, PMRPD requested assistance from the Department of Homeland Security. On April 11, 2024, the PMRPD received the forensic report on the computers. Detectives with the PMRPD reviewed the DHS report and the data found on devices seized from the Lilly residence and found over 100 photographs of prepubescent children, which meets the definition of child pornography under Title 18 of the PA Crimes Code. An arrest warrant was issued, and Andrew Lilly was taken into custody on April 23, then housed at the Monroe County Correctional Facility. 4-24, an argument over

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pumping gas between two Birches West men, 69 and 42, became a fight. PSP cited both with harassment.

4-24, the ONVO truck stop in East Side, White Haven, reports theft of near $5,000 of fuel. There is video. PSP is investigating.

4-19, just after 9 p.m., a Springfield, NJ, family were driving an ’06 Ford Expedition on Interstate 80 west when its front tire fell off. The driver wrestled with the SUV as it hit a guide rail, then slid along it. He regained control of the SUV to get it to a stop off the highway. No one was hurt.

4-7, PSP-F went to a home on Stony Brook Drive in south Jackson Township for two sets of fights, an hour and a half apart. All three involved were separated, then cited for harassment.

Among the rest of the reports are dogs attacking a family’s cat, fender benders and non-injury accidents, frauds, thefts, and DUIs.

PennDOT

5-2, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Monroe County hosted an event to honor lives lost and urge work zone safety. The PennDOT Workers’ Memorial, which pays tribute to the 90 PennDOT workers who have been killed in the

line of duty since 1970 Crews will be out pothole patching on a variety of roads in Monroe and Carbon Counties.

A bridge repair crew is slated to do nighttime work on Route 33.

Be alert, drive safe. You can check conditions on major roadways via www.511PA.com. It’s free and available 24 hours a day provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following local alerts on X.