Journal of the Pocono Plateau, Mid-May 2022

PMWHS students get hands-on lesson in safety

Story

& photos

by Lori R. Cooper

SADD, Students Against Destructive Decisions, held a safety carnival at Pocono Mountain West High School on Friday, May 5. Eight stations were set up for students to interact and learn.

Senior Mychaela Dunham noted that this event “brings awareness to drunk driving and it is good to learn things you don’t get to in a regular curriculum.”

Fire company tankers were on hand to allow students to use the hoses to knock over orange cones and get a feel for the pressure of the water. Jolene Fette from J&J Towing showed students how to remove and replace tires and noted this “helps them be aware of emergency services.”

State Trooper Ian Hopkins volunteered for the event to inform students not just about traffic safety but to have hands on experience with procedures, arrests and equipment. Beer goggles scarily simulated

intoxication with a feeling of disorientation. Hopkins stated, “The main message is that we are a resource for the community that is available 24/7.”

Senior RJ Davis had an opportunity to use different tools to learn about forcible entry from fireman Zachary Janes. There were different tools, padlocks

and a demonstration for the students.

Beth Moloughney from State Farm Insurance has been doing driving simulators for 20 years so

that “the next generation understands there are tragic consequences to everyone” if driving is impaired.

Sophomore Imeen

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Jolene Fette from J&J Towing Shows senior Mikaelah Peterson how to change a tire.

State Trooper Ian Hopkins teaches ninth grader Glory Joledo about the use of handcuffs.

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Whitaker described the simulator as “realistic” as his car was spun out of control and he had to figure out how to regain control.

The students had a valuable opportunity to learn hands on about driving and safety.

Paul Steinruck, SADD advisor, explained that it took a few months to put this together with the leadership of seniors Ryder Bray and Regan Carlson. “They decided to bring the community in. The key to success is those people who all offered free services.”

Students were given a Safety Carnival “passport” which were stamped at each of the eight stations. This “passport” allowed them students to have free

cotton candy, snow cones and popcorn. Completed passports could be put into a box for a drawing for free tickets to Kalahari Waterpark.

Working the popcorn stand from left are sophomore Dominick Gortych, senior Brooke Garner and senior Mychaela Dunham.

Mt. Pocono manager Joshua Walker

moving on to Harrisburg job

by Pat Albano

Mount Pocono Borough Manager Joshua Walker will leave his position effective June 16, having accepted a job in Harrisburg. Council president Don Struckle stated at the May 2 meeting, “We will work hard to advertise and find a replacement.”

Struckle turned to Walker and said, “You will be in Harrisburg, don’t forget Mt. Pocono and help us out if possible.” All Council members stated it was a pleasure working with Walker.

Council passed a number of resolutions at the

meeting. They ratified the Teamsters Local Union 773 and Mt. Pocono Collective Bargaining Agreement through December 21, 2025. Council also approved the following:

• Resolution 4 of 2023 approving the Travel Signal Maintenance Agreement as presented.

• Resubmission of the DCED Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Grant Application in the amount of $585,085 for Mt. Pocono Memorial Park improvements.

• Sparkle Car Wash Performance Guarantee release request-$481,920.

• Purchase of M1 drainage pipes and couplings for stormwater work$3951.

• Advertising amendment to repeal Ordnance 5 of 2021-Building Height Amendment.

• Acceptance of the Planning Commission 2022 Annual Report.

• Setting Community Yard Sale dates as follows: May 19-21; June 23-25; July 28-30; Aug 25-27.

• Appointing Dennis Noonan as an alternate member on the Planning Commission. One additional item for consideration, purchase of a Digital LED Sign from Delcom Graphics for $21,936.44, was tabled.

Council changed the May 16 Work Session date to May 23 because of election day. Council will hold the July regular meeting on Wednesday July 5th due to the holiday.

Struckle stated, “The borough is looking for parttime seasonal worker to help out with sidewalks and the ballpark.”

Mayor Randy Altemose had concerns with people blocking residents’ driveways stating, “access to property is not a borough responsibility.” He asked if an ordinance was in place and suggested the manager and solicitor should look into it.

Walker noted that “Commercial vehicles are being parked in zoning areas and when residents were notified, many were unaware that this was not allowed.”

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Arborist donates services to clear view at The Knob

by Lori R. Cooper

“The higher the better” is one of Ike Olson’s mottos. Olson, owner of Keystone Tree Specialists, has been cutting trees for 53 years. Every year for the last 12 years on Arbor Day, the last Friday of April, Olson donates a day of tree cutting services.

This year the services were

donated to the borough of Mount Pocono at The Knob, an expansive overlook at the edge of town.

Having grown up poor, Olson knew education was the key. After being drafted and serving four years in Vietnam he went to Syracuse University on the G.I. Bill and pursued a degree in forestry.

The words of an economics professor inspired him to start his own business. Those words, “Profits are better than salary or wages,” led him to take business courses as well. Olson was one of the first certified arborists in Pennsylvania.

All of his business comes from word of mouth and 99% of the work he does is residential. On Arbor Day he finds a nonprofit organization that could use tree cutting services. In the past he has used the day to help churches and the Boy Scouts.

Five crew members worked on clearing trees at The Knob so that the view is not obstructed.

The crew, including Olson himself, took the entire day to clear this stretch of trees. The trees are left there to

naturally decay.

“My love of the work keeps me healthy, I’m a Viking.” said Olson.

THE CREW, from left, Austin Richardson, Judy Rackelman, Ike Olson, Shaun Robbins, and Tyler Riggs.

JP: Lori R. Cooper

Bach and Handel Chorale to perform final concert of season

The Bach and Handel Chorale and Festival Orchestra, based out of Jim Thorpe, will perform its final concert of their 38th season on Saturday, June 3, in Historic St. Mark’s Episcopal Church beginning at 3 p.m.

The last of four concerts for their season will be

accompanied by the 21 member Bach and Handel Festival Orchestra. The concert will open with the Double concerto for Oboe and Violin, BWV 1060 R by J. S. Bach, followed by the opening chorus and closing chorale of Cantata BWV 41 “Jesus, nun sei gepreiset”,

the accompanied chorale from Cantata BWV 167 “Ih Menschen, ruhmet Gottes Liebe” and the opening chorus from Cantata BWV 172 “Erschallet! Ihr Lieder, all bt J. S. Bach. The concluding piece of part one will be “Hallelujah Amen” from Judas Maccabeaus, HWV 63 by G. F. Handel.

Part two will begin with the opening chorus of Cantata BWV 149, “Man singet mit Frueden..” by J. S. Bach, followed by the Coronation Anthem No. 3, “My Heart Is Inditing”, HWW 261 by G. F. Handel, followed by the opening chorus of Cantata BWV 70, “Wachet! Betet!” and “Sanctus in C Major”,

BWV 237 by J. S. Bach. Randall Douglas Perry, founder and artistic director of the chorale will conduct the performance. For information on admission to the concert and other pertinent information, please visit the chorale website – www.bhchorale. org .

Named to Phi Kappa Phi

Nicole Stabile of Blakeslee was recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society. Stabile was initiated at Kutztown University. Stabile is among approximately 25,000 students,

faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated each year. Phi Kappa Phi was founded in 1897 by undergraduate student Marcus L. Urann who had a desire to create a different kind of honor society: one that recognized excellence in all academic disciplines.

Western Pocono Trout Unlimited

Trout Festival to highlight Lehigh River and all things trout

The first White Haven Trout Festival sponsored by Western Pocono Trout Unlimited will be held at the White Haven Library and adjacent Railyard Park, 121 Towanda St., White Haven, on Saturday, June 3, from noon to 6 p.m. (rain date June 4). The public is invited to this free, family friendly event that celebrates the Lehigh River trout fishery and all the waters of the Poconos.

As the Lehigh River flows from its source near the town of Gouldsboro in the northern Poconos through White Haven and on to the junction with the Delaware River at Easton, wild trout can be found. White Haven is uniquely located in the middle portion of the river and has long been a focal point for river commerce, recreation, culture and history.

Western Pocono Trout Unlimited is pleased to present this event at the beautifully restored and historic White Haven Library/Community Center and Railyard Park. The festival highlights the importance of conservation and promotes the great work that both public groups and local businesses do in maintaining the special quality of the river’s trout fishery that is so important in providing recreation

and economic opportunities to all the communities in the Poconos.

A variety of exhibitors will be showcasing their work that includes: conservation organizations, fly shops, river guides, artists, crafts people, expert trout fishing speakers, natural resource groups among others.

Personal fly tying and fly casting demonstrations will be given throughout the day, along with nature hikes on the nearby Delaware and Lehigh Canal river trail. Food and music will be available.

The event will appeal to newcomers to the river and fly fishing, as well as veteran fishermen.

Call 570-454-4862 or the library at 570-443-8776 for more info or if your outdoor organization is interested in setting up a free table provided by the library as an exhibitor.

The day long event is free. Help us celebrate the great natural resource that the Lehigh River trout fishery represents to the Pocono communities like White Haven, the rich history of trout fishing here and the protection of the river for future generations.

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Seth’s Sightings

On our way home as the sun began to set, we came round a corner and I saw what appeared to be a moving black plastic bag, until it picked up an edge, and we saw that this was the head of a young skunk. It wisely stopped at the road as we passed.

Also along our journeys this week, we sighted a great blue heron who was kneedeep in the pond by the gas company.

And then Ruth had a close encounter of the deer kind as the car she was inturned into the alley between the Union Cemetery and the Schwab School in Weatherly, and found two deer grazing.They moved, grudgingly.

On a late night return to our home this week, we

encountered a very large black bear in a remote area. It had just come up to the road and saw our vehicle, then turned tail and headed back into the woods.

This weekend was dry and sunny, which meant it was going to be one for lawn moving. My old lawn mower has bitten the dust buy my electric weed whacker is still a trooper, and it handled most of the high grass around the dog yard. I’m working to preserve some of the wildflowers, and there’s a patch of little blue blossoms mixed with some violets and some of our mint that has flowered.

The dogs appreciated the change.

I’m beginning to shape

by Seth Isenberg

our forsythia now that the flowers are done. I like it to be partly a hedge, but as everyone who owns forsythia knows, the bush tends to throw branches in every direction. With the warm days, our purple lilac is putting on quite a show, a nice compliment to the cherry trees up front, but what’s really exciting is that the apple trees are blooming. While I’d prefer that they would bloom later, because there’s still a threat of frost, these trees have responded well to the pruning I’ve done, and I’m hopeful for some edibles later this summer. Our big event recently was attending the Wine On the River festival in Lehighton.

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This was the first time we visited this event, and we had a good time, finding it easily walkable.

I tuckered out and retreated to a tent to rest, but Ruth and our friends browsed, tasted and purchased from many of the dozen wineries represented. We very much look forward to next year’s event. We’re also looking forward to the big wine festival at Split Rock in June. Happy Mothers’ Day to all who celebrate.

Ruth’s mobility improves daily. She was strong enough that we were able to go to the Allentown Farmer’s Market, where we picked up Polish and Mediterranean foods.

We are mourning the passing of my 99-year-old Aunt Joan. Our Sunday plans were tossed and replaced by a trip to Princeton New Jersey to sit shiva with family.

That Sunday was a foul day weather-wise. I was up early to take photos of the start of the Jim Thorpe Running Festival’s marathon, which began just up from the Journal’s office in downtown White Haven. At the hour there was some light rain, and even hints of sunshine when the 8 a.m. starting groups left the starting line. Twenty-four miles to go… I learned that as the runners came back past where I had set up to take pictures, that they had completed their first couple of miles. I offered words of encouragement as runners passed.

I also joked about the tiny hill up to the White Haven Diner being the only hill on the course…downhill from there…

Race timing would mean that most of the runners were done before noon.

I returned home to pick up Ruth for our trip to New Jersey to sit with family. It was a rainy ride down the PA Turnpike, but not too bad to Princeton.

The ride home, however, was a totally different matter. Homebound we got off the highways and used state roads to angle north from Allentown to Weatherly. On Route 348 just east of Indian Trail Park, we encountered a tree down across the road. We had arrived before the fire department, but the locals had already sprung into ac-

tion and were cutting branches off in the pouring rain. Once the fire company arrived, they added chainsaws and made very quick work of cutting the tree away from the road – free entertainment, then a short ride home.

On Monday as I drove the Turnpike back to White Haven after a doctors’ appointment, I encountered hail and sleet showers. Ahhh, early May weather…

In sports, having Aaron Rodgers at the NY Jets might be a revival for them … Joe Namath all over again. I’m

excited as a Patriots fan for the matchups. I still see the Eagles as THE team this fall.

I enjoyed the hole-in-one at the Australian stop of the LIV Tour – excitement, cheers and beers…

We’re headed for a newspaper conference, so as I finish up this column we have passed from the green of early spring to the green that promises lush summer, as we drove south on Interstate 81. More about this trip next column.

May you continue in good health.

PLUMC planning community flea mart

The 19th annual Pocono Lake United Methodist Church Community Flea Market will take place on Saturday, June 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine, on the Pocono Lake United Methodist Church’s front green, 1188 Route 940, Pocono Lake.

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 neighbors.

St. Luke’s Care Now offers fast, convenient care for minor illnesses and injuries when your primary care doctor can’t see you immediately.

• Minor illnesses and injuries including: the common cold, flu, sinus infections, sprains, strains, broken bones and more

• A St. Luke’s provider is always available.

• Walk-in Lab and X-ray services with a script from your primary care physician at this location

• Comprehensive Occupational Medicine services available for local employers

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

The United Methodist Women of Faith sponsor and staff the event, and 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 570646-2650. Advance payment is requested. Checks may be made out to Pocono Lake United Methodist Church.

An Evening of Birding and Blooms

Visit Grass Lake & the Glacial Till Barrens

Join BWA on Saturday, May 20, at 6 p.m. for an evening of birding and blooms led by Darryl Speicher around Grass Lake and the Glacial Till Barrens in Tunkhannock Township. Registration will be accepted at the following: brodheadwatershed.org/ events/grasslake, and parking directions will be emailed prior to the event to registrants. Located in the Long Pond Conservation Easement, which was protected by the Nature Conservancy and Bethlehem Water Authority

for 70 years in 2011. This vast expanse of protected lands are wild and remote. The spring-fed, highelevation natural lake is surrounded by a landscape of swamps, bogs, marshes and coniferous woodlands that make up the Glacial Till Barrens. Reminiscent of what you would find in Northern Canada, this makes this a truly unique habitat because it happens to be right here in Northeast PA. The Till Barrens are composed of soil weathered from the glacial till of the See BARRENS, page 11

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Illinoian age. We’re talking over 100,000 years ago! And unlike most of the barrens found in east-central North America, its soils are not sandy or shallow to bedrock. Instead, below the surface lies a deep, loamy soil which underlies the barrens and nearby woodlands. This distinct habitat houses shrub and bush communities that support numerous rare species. And coupled with the surrounding coniferous woodlands, it attracts a variety of birds, making it an ideal habitat for bird watching.

The opportunity to go wandering through such a beautiful and special place

like Grass Lake and the Glacial Till Barrens with Darryl Speicher is something you don’t want to miss, especially if bird watching is involved.

WHEN: 6 p.m. Saturday, May 20

WHERE: Grass Lake and Glacial Till Barrens, Tunkhannock Township

REGISTER: To register, go to brodheadwatershed. org/events/grasslake

Brodhead Watershed Association is a nonprofit environmental organization formed in 1989. BWA is dedicated to protecting and preserving water resources and the environment of the Brodhead watershed, and the water quality of the Brodhead, Cherry, Marshalls, McMichael, Paradise and Pocono creeks and their tributaries. BWA assists municipalities, residents, businesses and groups with protecting natural resources through education, workshops, seminars, public programs and stream monitoring. For information: info@brodheadwatershed.org or 570-839-1120.

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RE-ELECT

Dave Carbone

Brendon Carroll

TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR PROVEN LEADERSHIP

Paid

A MESSAGE FROM

TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP SUPERVISOR INCUMBENT CANDIDATES

DAVID CARBONE and BRENDON CARROLL

Are proud and dedicated to work with our fellow distinguished board members and township staff to promote a reasonable, balanced, fiscally responsible and bipartisan approach to protect the safety, health and welfare of the Tobyhanna Township communities in all township business.

TOWNSHIP IDEALS that we remain committed to, with the results of our proven leadership: The Township:

- has not had a municipal tax increase in more than 12 years

- operates and maintains a balanced budget

- has significant reserve funds established for capital improvements and emergencies

- has no debt, and has a strong borrowing capability

- pension fund is fully funded, and in a positive financial position

Township Supervisors:

- donate their salaries to further support various township organizations such as Pocono Mountain Regional Police Foundation, Pocono Summit Volunteer Fire Company, Tobyhanna Township Bureau of Fire, Pocono Mountain Regional EMS, Pocono Lions Club, Blakeslee Community Center, Clymer Library

- have selected and employed an experienced, professional, well-rounded staff to assist in managing all aspects of township business

- have made appointments of experienced residents to planning commission and zoning hearing board positions to present fair and reasonable recommendations to the board.

- have planned and completed the hike and bike trail, 940 bike lane, dog park, and progressed phase1 of the I-380/940 redesign, planned parks upgrades, and formed Tobyhanna Township Bureau of Fire for the

benefit of residents and taxpayers

The question all township residents must ask themselves when going to the polls is: Do I want proven leaders who provide the township with fiscal responsibility, accountability and involvement, or unknown candidates without our combined years of hands-on knowledge and experience?

On May 16th 2023, Please Support Proven Leadership VOTE to RE-ELECT DAVID

Tobyhanna

Police Beat by

On April 24, Criminal Investigators from PA State Police - Fern Ridge were contacted by the Collin County Sheriff’s Office, State of Texas, in regards to a “swatting calls” investigation. Swatting calls are when a person calls 911 and describes an emergency happening at a location, when it really isn’t happening.

An address in Jackson Township, Monroe County, was established as the location initiating these Swatting calls.

Seth Isenberg

On May 2, criminal investigators from PSP-F, along with investigators from the Collin County Texas Sheriff’s Office, served a search warrant on the address in Jackson Township. During a forensic download of a 17 y/o male juvenile’s computer, a total of 9 Swatting calls were discovered—made to Florida, Oregon, California, Tennessee, and Kentucky, and other U.S. locations. Child pornography was also discovered on the computer. He was taken into custody.

A juvenile petition has been filed against him with charges of False Alarms, False Reports, Possession of Child Pornography, and Possession of Instruments of a Crime. He was placed in the Bucks County Juvenile Detention Center while awaiting court.

Just after 2 p.m. on 5-8, police were called to the Dollar Tree store in Mount Pocono due to a fight in the store. Pocono Mountain Regional Police officers were advised that a 19 y/o woman assaulted employees who caught her shoplifting. She also pepper sprayed them, before fleeing. The suspect was located at her Hummingbird Drive, Pocono Summit home and arrested. The pepper spray was confiscated.

4-27, a ChildLine report shows a father and his 16 y/o son had an argument about

a failed drivers license test, and the son was hit in the face during the argument. The son chose to stop the investigation and not have his father arrested – PSP-F.

Keeping the rubber side down PMRP was called to the ShopRite plaza in Mt. Pocono on 5-9 because an elderly driver sped up in the parking lot and hit another car that was stopped and waiting to park. The elderly driver’s car bounced off the other car and struck racks of potted plants on display outside the store – and one rack of these went through a store window injuring a cashier. The driver and the cashier were sent to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

4-30, 3:50 p.m., the driver of a ’17 Freightliner heading west on Interstate 80 in Tobyhanna Township had a

tire come apart. This caused his truck to veer into the curb and then off the road and into some trees. Despite wearing his lap and shoulder belt, he was seriously hurt. Responding PSP-F Troopers Pawloski and Gaetano performed life saving measures. He was transported to Geisinger Wyoming for trauma care. The road was partially blocked until the truck and trailer were removed. The trailer was loaded with used batteries - it did not spill.

4-27, 7:40 a.m., the driver of a ’21 Chevy Tahoe, a local woman, turned her northbound SUV toward the ramp for the PA Turnpike north but straight into the path of an oncoming ’22 Mercedes Sprinter Van that was southbound on Route 903. No one was hurt. The Tahoe was towed because it was a company vehicle. The Sprinter

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On May 16, vote

HEIDI A. PICKARD for Tobyhanna Township Tax Collector

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and its driver continued on its route.

Here’s a two-fer. On 4-24, a local 17-year-old male was driving his ’15 Dodge Durango on Route 115 approaching Weir Lake Road at around 6:30 p.m. when he became distracted and drove off the road, hitting a utility pole, bouncing off that and continuing south across Weir Lake Road, then hitting a second utility pole with the left front. He wasn’t hurt, but the truck was towed.

Stealin’

On 4-28, PSP-F was called to the ShopRite in Brodheadsville. Store security reported that a couple

had filled a shopping cart then left without paying. When confronted outside by security, the female pushed past the employee, who was talking to the male driver through the open passenger door of their vehicle, causing a slight injury. They were identified, along with their vehicle, by PSP-F, and tracked to a home in the Blakeslee area where they were arrested … while in the process of changing their hair color. They were taken to the Monroe County jail.

PennDOT

Crews are out pothole patching, and crack sealing. Bridge and drainage work crews are now also out. Be alert for these crews … keep them safe.

From the Statehouse Learn how to protect your identity at my upcoming seminar

by State Rep. Jack Rader (R-Monroe)

Identity theft continues to be one of the fastest growing crimes in the country and scammers are constantly coming up with schemes to trick us into giving them our personal information. Unfortunately, older residents are frequent victims of this type of fraud. That’s why I am once again teaming up with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General to co-host an upcoming seminar on the latest scams. Our seminars

are an easy way to learn how to protect yourself from becoming a victim.

The free event is Thursday, June 15, 5-7 p.m., Ross Township Municipal Building, 250 Anchorage Road, Saylorsburg.

An event was held earlier in the month at Faith Lutheran Church in Pocono Lake.

The seminars are led by Dave Shallcross, director of senior protection with the Office of Attorney General.

Our goal is to make seniors aware of the threat of fraud to the elder community, teach them how to avoid being victimized, and to make sure they know who they should call when they are concerned about their safety and well-being. Reservations are required and can be made by calling one of my district offices at 570-643-7683 (Blakeslee office) or 570-620-4341 (Effort office).

Madden adds satellite hours at Barrett Paradise Friendly Library

State Rep. Maureen Madden has announced she is expanding the assistance available through her office by offering monthly satellite hours at the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library in Cresco.

“I am pleased that the Barrett Paradise Friendly Library has graciously accepted our request and will be our host each month. We look forward to seeing and serving residents for all of their state-related needs,” said Madden, D-Monroe.

During the first week of each month, a member of Madden’s staff will be at

the library 6500 Route 191 in Cresco, 18326 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday. In the third week of the month, she will have a staff member at the library from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday.

Due to the May 16 primary election, Madden said the assistance on the third week this month will be on Monday, May 15 and Wednesday, May 17. Madden’s district office is at 354 Memorial Blvd., Room 4 in Tobyhanna, 18466-7786. The phone number is 570-894-7905.

THE JOURNAL OF THE POCONO PLATEAU,

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY OF MONROE

NOTICE OF A MUNICIPAL PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD:

TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2023

BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 7:00AM TO 8:00PM (Prevailing Time)

THE VOTERS OF MONROE COUNTY

In pursuance of the provisions of the Constitution and the Election Laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, we the County Board of Elections of Monroe County do hereby make known and give notice to the electors of said Monroe County that a Municipal Primary Election will be held in the said County of Monroe on Tuesday, May 16, 2023:

To see sample ballots please visitwww.monroecountypa.gov

We hereby make known that the following persons have been placed in nomination by the different parties for the offices listed below as far as known to us:

THE JOURNAL OF THE POCONO PLATEAU,

THE JOURNAL OF THE POCONO PLATEAU, MID-MAY, 2023

NOTICE

Public Notice is hereby given, that Monroe County Computing Board will convene at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in the Commissioners Meeting room 2nd floor Administration Building, Stroudsburg, PA Monroe County for the purpose of pre-canvassing and canvassing the Absentee and Mail-In Ballots.

One authorized representative of each candidate in an election and one representative from each political party shall be permitted to remain in the room in which the absentee ballots and mail-in ballots are canvassed. CDC guidelines will be followed during the canvass.

NOTICE

The Monroe County Board of Elections will convene at 7:00 a.m. on May, 16, 2023, in the Commissioners’ Conference Room, Monroe County Administrative Center, One Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA for the purpose of conducting business relating to the Election.

If you require any special accommodations with regards to this meeting please provide sufficient notice of your needs to the Commissioners’ Office, One Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 or phone (570) 517-3165.

MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

Sara L. May-Silfee, Director of Elections

ATTEST:

Sara L May-Silfee Director of Elections & Voter Registration

NOTICE

The Monroe County Board of Elections will convene at 9:00 a.m. on May 19, 2023, in the Commissioners’ Conference Room, Monroe County Administrative Center, One Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA for the computation and canvassing of the return votes cast at the General Primary Election on May 16, 2023.

If you require any special accommodations with regards to this meeting please provide sufficient notice of your needs to the Commissioners’ Office, One Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 or phone (570) 517-3165.

MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

Sara L. May-Silfee, Director of Elections

NOTICE

The Monroe County Board of Elections will convene at 11:30 a.m., on Wednesday, June 2, 2023, in the Commissioners’ Conference Room, Monroe County Administrative Center, One Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA for the purpose of casting lots for those candidates who received tie votes at the municipal election. Candidates may appear in person or by agent duly authorized by letter of attorney signed and acknowledged by an officer empowered to take acknowledgements. In the event any candidate is not present in person or by agent, the board of Elections will appoint some person to represent such absentee candidate in said drawing.

In the event no ties occur this meeting is canceled.

If you require any special accommodations with regards to this meeting please provide sufficient notice of your needs to the Commissioners’ Office, One Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 or phone (570)517-3102.

MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

Sara L. May-Silfee, Director Elections/Voter Registration

Friends of Eastern Monroe Public Library hosting annual book sale

Friends of Eastern Monroe Public Library (EMPL) will be hosting their annual book sales in the Community Room at the Hughes Library located at 1002 North Ninth Street in Stroudsburg. This year’s Children’s Book Sale will run from June 2 through June 4 followed by Annual Used Book Sale from June 10 until June 13.

“The quality, variety, and volume of books available for sale this year is enormous. We are optimistic the annual sales will raise significant funding for continued

support of the library’s programs and services,” states Martha Linne, chairperson for the Annual Book Sale.

According to Linne, as of early May there are over 13,000 children’s book and an additional 52,000 books for the regular sale. The books at both sales are typically priced from 50¢ to $3 per book, with books of exceptional publishing date, title, or condition priced higher.

In addition to the annual book sale the Friends of

EMPL also manage an ongoing book sale throughout the year. Titles in all genres are selected from donated books and displayed in the lobbies of both the Hughes Library and Smithfield branch. This book sale, on average, generates an additional annual revenue of approximately $20,000. The annual book sale dates and times are listed below. All book sales will be located in the Community Room at the Hughes Library located at 1002 North Ninth Street, Stroudsburg.

6th

Annual Children’s Book Sale

Friday, June 2: 4-7 p.m.

Saturday, June 3: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday, June 4: 12 noon – 4 p.m.

37th Annual Book Sale Member Only/Membership

Available at the Door:

Saturday, June 10: 9 a.m.

– 12 noon

Open to the Public: Saturday, June 10: 12 noon – 5 p.m.

Open to the Public: Sunday, June 11: 12 noon – 5 p.m.

Half-Price Sale: Monday,

June 12: 9 a.m.–8 p.m. Bag Day ($8/bag): Tuesday, June 13: 9 a.m.-8 p.m.

The Friends of Eastern Monroe Public Library (EMPL) is a memberbased 501(c)3 organization with the mission of raising funds to support and enhance programs and services EMPL provides to the community and to cultivate enthusiasm for the library as a valuable community resource. The organization is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors who meet monthly to plan events to raise funds or provide cultural opportunities at EMPL for the community. If you are interested in learning more or becoming a member, please refer to our webpage at www. monroepl.org. Click on link for Friends or EMPL. You can also follow us on FaceBook at “Friends of the Eastern Monroe Public Library” or Instagram at “FriendsEMPL”

Garden of Giving is clean and ready

The Garden of Giving opened with great success on April 15, with the big Spring clean-up of the gardens, and the planting of many onion sets. The vertical planters were filled with soil and planted with three types of lettuce. The Garden wants to thank all the volunteers who joined in to get the season started. Things are on the move.

Mark your calendar for the next big weekend of May 2021, when 2,600 seedlings will be ready for planting. Hours will be 9:30 to 4:30 p.m., with lunch provided. Sunscreen, water and planting supplies will all be ready for the volunteers. Enjoy a nice lunch break in one of the two

new pavillions.

Your help is appreciated, whether you stay for the day, an afternoon, or just an hour or so. Everyone is invited to stop by to see all that’s new this year, from the new raised beds, and vertical planters, to the pavillions.

Starting Tuesday, June 13, the Garden will be open for volunteers from Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 to 12:30. Sundays are available by appointment for Scouts and other groups.

If being indoors is more comfortable for you, the office is looking for a helper, one day a week for about four hours. Help is needed for filing, organizing and correspondence. More board

members are also needed. If you are able to apply for grants, to request funds to help keep the Garden running, you would be a blessing. No experience is required, just an organized person who can express themselves in writing, to explain how very special the Garden is to our community. Contact the Garden of Giving by phone at 570402-1282 or by email: GardenOfGiving1@gmail.com. Check out the Facebook page for news, or visit the website: www.GardenofGiving. org.

The Garden is located off Route 715 in McMichaels, at 2556 Rising Hill Dr, Saylorsburg.

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REAL ESTATE consists of approximately 2 ½ Acres along Busy Route 611 just outside of Stroudsburg Across from Aldi Food Market. Zoned Commercial according to Public Records. Thousands of Cars Pass this Property Every Day. Deed Book 2411 Page 7450, Tax Code: 17.5.5.29.1 INSPECTION: DAYLIGHT HOURS.

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WILLIAM R. MOLYNEAUX JR.

William “Billy” R. Molyneaux, Jr., 48, of Long Pond, died unexpectedly on Sunday night, May 7, 2023.

Born in East Stroudsburg, he was the son of Evelyn (Wade) Molyneaux and the late William Molyneaux, Sr.. He previously worked for All R’s Inc., Blade Service, Mountain Fuels and several side jobs, and currently owned his own business, Billy’s Home Improvements.

Billy enjoyed camping, hunting, deep sea fishing, bonfires, four wheeling and most of all, spending time with his family. He loved his dog, Star (she was the highlight of his day) and the Washington Redskins (but his family won’t hold that against him).

He will be remembered by his amazing sense of humor, his kindness and willing to help others. He was a loving son, father, brother and fiance. His jokes, smiles, laughter and grins will be missed dearly. We love you to the moon and back.

In addition to his mother,

he is survived by a sister, Jeannetta Molyneaux; a daughter, Hanna Molyneaux; his fiancée, Rebecca Hughes and her three children

Cody Shafer, Vanessa (Finn) Kirkham and Kaitlyn Kirkham; a niece, Samantha Demilio and her wife

Ambeli Demilio; a nephew, Bret Counterman; a greatnephew, Carter Demilio; a great-niece, Braelyn Demilio; his godfather, Ted Molyneaux; a goddaughter, Jacquelynn Rarick; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by a goddaughter, Heather Wade.

Services will be held on Monday, May 15, at the William H. Clark Funeral Home, 1003 Main St., Stroudsburg with viewing beginning at 2 p.m. followed by a funeral service at 3. Cremation will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Clark Funeral Home to help defray expenses.

ORTHEA M. SERFASS

Orthea M. Serfass, 93, of Brodheadsville, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at Slate Belt Health & Rehab Center, Bangor.

She was the loving wife of the late Charles E. Serfass. They spent many wonderful years of marriage together before his passing in 1979.

Born in Stockertown, she was the daughter of the late Stanley Haney and the late Hilda (Remel) Haney.

Orthea was a member of Mount Eaton Church in Saylorsburg. In her earlier years, she helped her husband with their dairy farm. She was also a sewing machine operator at the former garment mill, Nova Sportswear, in Brodheadsville. She was a faithful Christian who devoted her time to her church for many years.

Orthea was known by many to have the best peach and lemon meringue pies. She was very content in her life, and she enjoyed painting, vacationing, crossword puzzles, and flowers. Most of all, she was a loving and caring mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and friend. She will be deeply missed by all her friends and family.

She is survived by a son, Robert Serfass and his

wife Tracy of Kresgeville; three daughters, Charlene Singleton of Saylorsburg, Karen Corrado and her husband David of Saylorsburg, and Cheryl Sawyer of Saylorsburg; a brother, Gordon Haney of Shippensburg; a sister, Martha Kishbaugh of Saylorsburg; five grandchildren, Michael, Jason and his wife Kristin, Travis and his wife Lisa, Ryan, Caitlin; and three great-grandchildren, Avery, Phoenix, and Zafina. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Carl Serfass, and three grandchildren, Jolyne Serfass, Courtney Serfass, and Monica Corrado.

Services were held May 3 from Mount Eaton Church, Saylorsburg, with Rev. Joseph Cain officiating. Burial followed in Laurelwood Cemetery, Stroudsburg.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105.

The Kresge Funeral Home, Brodheadsville, was in charge of the arrangements. www.kresgefuneralhome. com

ROSEANN DEPEW

Roseann “Rosie” Depew, 62, a resident of Effort for over 30 years, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023 in her home holding her beloved husband’s hand. She was the loving wife of Barrett “Bret” A. Depew Jr. They spent 38 wonderful years together.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, and raised in Hopatcong, NJ, she was the daughter of Ada (Sierra) Paladino, the late William Escalera, and her late step-father, Russ Paladino.

Roseann was a caring homemaker for most of her life. She had a perpetual smile that would light up a room. She loved singing and had a beautiful voice, knowing all the words to every song. She always enjoyed vacationing and loved her annual family trips to Sandbridge, VA. She loved all of her cats and dogs throughout the years, especially her four-legged son, Brody. Most of all, she was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter-in-law, sisterin-law, and friend. She will be deeply missed by all her friends and family.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters, Nicole Micklos and her husband Justin, Breanna Pecci and her husband Leighton, Chelsea Tillia and her husband Cory; four brothers, William Escalera, Arnold Escalera, Daniel Escalera, Joe Paladino; a sister, Victoria Edwards; five grandchildren, Taylor, Brantley, Vincent, Luca, Lia Rose; a mother-inlaw, Margaret Depew and her boyfriend Carl; and a sister-inlaw, Traci Depew.

A memorial service was held May 5 at the Kresge Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Simon officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Camp Papillion, P.O. Box 332 Stroudsburg, PA 18360 or to AWSOM, P.O. Box 13 Stroudsburg, PA 18360.

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FRANCES ANN NICASTRO

Frances Ann (Lezoli)

Nicastro, 90, of Long Pond passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at St. Luke’s Hospital Anderson.

Born in Queens, New York, she was the daughter of the late Frank Lezoli and Ruth Smith. Frances was the beloved wife of the late Rosario Nicastro.

Frances worked in the banking industry for many years. She was an active volunteer with the Monroe County Senior Center. She was a member at Most Holy Trinity Parish of Cresco. Above all, Frances loved animals and enjoyed ice cream and soda with her loved ones.

Frances will be lovingly remembered by her son, Vincent Nicastro; daughters, Jean Nicastro, Maria Nicastro, Ann Nicastro and Rose Protheroe and her husband John; grandchildren, Preston

Protheroe and Olivia Protheroe; and her nephew, John Peragine and his wife Mary. Frances is preceded in death by her sister, Jean Peragine.

Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco, was in charge of arrangements.

A Mass of Christian Burial took place April 29, in Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Cresco. Interment followed at Laurelwood Cemetery.

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Clarification about PMPL story –working with Mt. Pocono

The article in the Late April Journal of the Pocono Plateau about the Mount Pocono Borough Council meeting has a misleading headline, and a bit of garbled information.

Pocono Mountain Public Library director Ann Shincovich tells us she did attend the meeting and make a presentation about the many programs and services the library offers the community. The PMPL is funding the construction of the Free Little Library itself, and developing a Story Walk for the community.

The library is not seeking help from the borough to fund three new employees; Shincovich told council about the library’s plans in order to help serve the public better. Finally, while Shincovich says she probably did say that the library’s budget is tight (“because it is”), she did not come to the meeting seeking help, but rather to help foster a spirit of cooperation and support. The Journal apologizes if any other impression was created.

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HEIDI A. PICKARD, TAX COLLECTOR

Tobyhanna Township on May 16th

I would appreciate your support and am asking you to consider my qualifications as follows:

• Resident of Tobyhanna Township for over 50 years! This is and has always been my home.

• Graduate of East Stroudsburg University 2002 BS Management and Accounting (graduated cum laude)

• Received my Master of Science 2011 in Management and Leadership/ Public Administration from ESU

• Currently Employed at Lake Naomi Real Estate as Business Administrator and Realtor (over 30 years) Handling all financial and accounting matters.

• Served on the Tobyhanna Township Board of Supervisors from 2001 thru 2018, also worked as Township Secretary and Treasurer

• Serve as a Director of the Pocono Mountain Board of Realtors, Chair of the Government Affairs committee.

• Serve on the Pocono Mountain Regional EMS Board of Directors since 2002, Current Treasurer

• Member of the Blakeslee Rotary

• Member of the Monroe County Service Advisory Board