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March 4 tape continues to haunt Mt. Pocono by Hunter James

Pocono Raceway back at full capacity for NASCAR weekend With the recent Pennsylvania state issued mandates, Pocono Raceway is allowed to operate at 100% capacity for all four NASCAR races. CRC Industries has partnered with Pocono Raceway this year to be the naming sponsor of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Race during the 2021 NASCAR Doubleheader. On Saturday, June 26 the raceway will host

both the CRC Brakleen 150 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Race at 12 p.m followed by the first NASCAR Cup Series Race of the weekend at 3 p.m. Saturday ticket holders and purchasers will get the chance to watch two back-to-back NASCAR races in one day for one ticket price starting at $45. Kids, ages 12 and under, are free.

CRC is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its flagship brand, Brakleen®, the number one selling brake parts cleaner worldwide. Their celebration aligns with Pocono Raceway’s ’50 Years of the Tricky Triangle’ anniversary. Next month will be a time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of our great partner and the rich five-decade-long history of the track.

Walker asked why his probationary period was extended Although they tried to avoid to May 20. He wanted to know what he had to do to satisfy the it, the controversial March 4 probation. “I’m trying to make minutes and the job status of sure I’m on the right track,” he Borough Secretary/Manager Joshua Walker again came up said. On the advice of the borough at the May 3 meeting of Mount planning commission, council Pocono Borough Council. approved a plan to add a secWalker said he is waiting ond drive-through window to for the transcription of the the Taco Bell restaurant. minutes from the tape of the Council also decided to set meeting by a professional steup interviews for three applinographer. cants for an open position in At a previous meeting, Walker said the tape was miss- the borough streets department. ing from his office, but Mayor Councilwoman Patty Bucco Michael Penn said he took it to proposed expanding a playgive it to the transcriptionist. ground by taking land from “I’m not sure the tape rean adjacent baseball field that covered from the mayor is isn’t being used much, she the same tape that left this building,” said Councilwoman said, while the playground Claudette Williams. “The tape is being used heavily. She said she had the engineering sounds different, like a chipfirm Barry Isett and Associmunk.” Williams then asked Walker ates draw up a sketch plan of if he participates in compiling the proposed expansion. But O’Boyle said he had a request the agenda. Walker said he for someone to use the field. gets the agenda when council VFW Post 3448 will hold members get it, after the Memorial Day ceremonies at mayor compiles it. the borough building May 31 “The mayor cannot oversee at 10 a.m., and an 11 a.m, serthe borough,” Williams said. vice at the post home on Route Council President Fran 196. O’Boyle said anyone who The Mount Pocono got out of order would be Municipal Authority will hold removed from the meeting. an in-person meeting May 13 “Let’s just have an orderly to discuss their budget and meeting,” he asked. “You’re not going to remove their $20 million expansion. me. I’m an elected official,” Williams said.

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County seeks help in identifying hazards Monroe County has been awarded a Pre Disaster Mitigation (PDM) Grant to update the 2016 Hazard Mitigation Plan which is required every five years. The Hazard Mitigation Plan strives to reduce or eliminate risk to people and property from future disasters by identifying potential hazards. This multi-jurisdictional planning effort will identify mitigation measures

that aim to eliminate or reduce the impacts and risks of hazards through proper measures before an emergency or disaster occurs. Monroe County Office of Emergency Management is asking for assistance from our residents to help identify hazards and risks posed to the County by completing the “Monroe County PA Hazard Mitigation Survey” found at https://arcg.is/11jaWq

For more information about the Monroe County Hazard Mitigation Plan, please refer to the Monroe County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update website at http://www.monroecountypa.gov/haz-mit or contact Maryellen Keegan, Director or Lynda Messerschmidt, Planner, at the Monroe County Office of Emergency Management, (570) 9924113.

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Those who spend time outdoors should remember check themselves for ticks and be aware of the symptoms of Lyme disease and other tick-related ailments. The first line of defense against Lyme is to take precautions by using insect repellent with DEET, wearing longsleeved shirts and long pants, checking for – and promptly and properly removing – any ticks, and showering shortly after exposure. If bitten, an individual should monitor the area for the next month. Symptoms of Lyme disease include fever, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, joint pain, a bull’s eye rash may appear, and other symptoms that can be mistaken for viral infections, such as influenza or infectious mononucleosis. Learn more about Lyme disease at www.health.pa.gov.

PAGE 4 — THE JOURNAL OF THE POCONO PLATEAU, MAY 13–26, 2021 COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA COUNTY OF MONROE NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL PRIMARY TO BE HELD: TUESDAY, May 18, 2021 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 7:00AM TO 8:00PM (Prevailing Time) THE VOTERS OF MONROE COUNTY: Pursuant to the requirements of Section 906 of the Pennsylvania Election Code approved in 1937, notice is hereby given setting forth the names of all offices for which candidates are to be nominated at the Municipal Primary to be held on: Tuesday, May 18, 2021

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NOTICE OF CHANGE OF POLLING PLACE To the Electors of East Stroudsburg 1st and 2nd Wards Effective October, 2020 Notice is hereby given by the County Board of Elections of Monroe County that the polling place in said District has been changed: From: Dansbury Commons at ESU East Stroudsburg, PA To: KOEHLER FIELD HOUSE AT ESU (NEW) 213 SMITH STREET. EAST STROUDSBURG, PA 18301 Monroe County Board of Elections Sara L. May-Silfee, Director

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF POLLING PLACE To the Electors of Middle Smithfield Eastern Effective March, 2021 Notice is hereby given by the County Board of Elections of Monroe County that the polling place in said District has been changed: From: Middle Smithfield Presbyterian Church, PA To: MIDDLE SMITHFIELD COMMUNITY CENTER 5200 MILFORD RD, EAST STROUDSBURG, PA 18302 Monroe County Board of Elections Sara L. May-Silfee, Director MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS MONROE COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE CENTER ONE QUAKER PLAZA, RM 105 STROUDSBURG, PA 18360

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NOTICE The Monroe County Board of Elections will convene at 7:00 a.m. on May 18, 2021, 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

NOTICE The Monroe County Board of Elections will convene at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, in the Commissioners’ Conference Room, Monroe County Administrative Center, One Quaker Plaza, Stroudsburg, PA for the purpose of counting (canvassing) the Mail-in Ballots and the Absentee Ballots. Due to COVID-19 concerns, only one authorized representative from each political party shall be permitted to remain in each room in which the Mail-in Ballots and Absentee Ballots are canvassed MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS Sara L. May-Silfee, Director of Elections

NOTICE The Monroe County Board of Elections will convene at 9:00 a.m. on May 21, 2021, 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 Municipal Election on May 18, 2021. 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

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Arrowhead resident publishes second children’s book Like most fathers, Steve Dragon told his children bedtime stories. Unlike most fathers, the stories he told were about being a real dragon and the ability to turn into a dragon and fly his family to the Land of Dragons. Thirty years later he turned one of those stories into a real children’s book. Were You Born A Dragon? was released in November 2019. It’s the story of taking 3-day-old Rachel to meet Zargon, the King of Dragons, and get his permission to raise her as a dragon. Along their journey they have to get past Arnod, the Chief Security Dragon, who does not like human children. Older brother Steven stands up to the bully dragon and protects his newborn baby sister. The theme of the book is standing

up to bullies, which Steven did in real life, and brotherly love. When the three leave the Land of Dragons they promise Zargon that they will return every year on Rachel’s birthday, and that’s where Were You Born A Dragon Too? starts. Released in April 2021, the story begins with Steven being excited to return to see his dragon friends as it is Rachel’s birthday. However, when they arrive he is met by Scorch and Singe, who will be his teachers as he starts his

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lessons on what it means to be a dragon. Disappointed at first that he has to attend classes, he soon discovers that learning can be fun. That’s the moral of the second book, the value of a good education and that learning can be fun. Dragon is a Senior Instructor for the Montgomery County Fire Academy and tries to make learning fun for his adult students. Rachel has grown up to be a Special Education teacher for the Lancaster County Intermediate Unit

and it was at her prodding that the first book was written. According to Dragon, “In June 2019 she told her students that since her name is Dragon, she could turn into a dragon and fly away.” The students didn’t believe her so she told her father that he had to write the story down for them. “In three days I had the story and some pictures borrowed from the internet, in pamphlet form. She read it to the students and they then believed the story to be true.” “At that point my wife told me I had to get the story published and with the help of a co-workers daughter to do the illustrations, Were You Born A Dragon? was published. Catherine McMahon also did

the illustrations for the second book. Both are available on the publisher’s website, www. bookbaby.com and on Amazon along with the Barnes and Noble webpage. Prior to the pandemic Dragon was able to do a Barnes and Noble book signing and also went back to his elementary school and read to the second graders at Ridge Park Elementary in Plymouth Meeting. Several other scheduled events were cancelled and he hopes that he will be able to hit the circuit again soon. Now retired after a 46-year automotive career, he hopes to be able to spend more time on future books from his home in Arrowhead Lake.

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Onvo initiates $2/hour bonus through summer Onvo, a hospitality company with Travel Plazas in East Side Borough and Blakeslee, along with the Burger King on Route 940 at the Turnpike, has announced that it will offer a bonus of $2 an hour for all store team members from now through 9/12. Chief Operating Officer, Gerald Danniel, said of the bonus: “Our team members have really gone above and beyond this past year, and we wanted to find a way to thank them going into the summer travel season. As such, we’ve enacted the Summer Bonus Bonanza as a way to show our appreciation for our existing team members while also hoping to attract some new talent to our team.” Onvo is hiring for roles at all of their businesses including

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THEME: EUROPEAN CAPITALS ACROSS 1. RPM gauge 5. Have a bawl 8. *”Neutral” capital 12. Paella pot 13. Mend, healthwise 14. Deadly snake of southeastern Asia 15. Multicolored horse 16. Estimator’s phrase (2 words) 17. “The Addams Family” manservant 18. *Northernmost European capital 20. One of British Isles 21. EUR, pl. 22. Ensign, for short 23. Pieces of glass, e.g. 26. Vacuum cleaner alternative 30. “____ the land of the free...”

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Seth’s Sightings April showers did indeed givie us May flowers. Some very warm days sort-of kick-started various plants. My lilacs went from little buds to lush blooms, as did some of my flowering cherry trees. A variety of other flowering plants and bushes are not far behind, with the irises looking good for blooming this weekend — which is early for them. The rhododendron even have some color starting to show — also early. When it hasn’t been raining, I have gotten my spring pruning underway around the yard. I’ve turned up far too many little maple trees in my gardens and in other places they do not belong. I also gave our front yard ‘burning bush’ a heavy trim to gain some more

sunlight for the lilies I planted in front of it. Our forests are taking a good long time to fully green up. As it stands now, the trees might be done leafing out by the first days of June. If that’s the case, we’ll only enjoy them on the branches for five months, then on our yards for a few weeks more. Indoors, we followed the WBS Penguins road games, and even had a night at the Mohegan Sun Arena to watch our locals in person as they won big over the Binghamton Devils in a really good game. It’s too bad the AHL has chosen to end this year without playoffs. On a side note, the Binghamton Devils play their last games ever this weekend as the team is being moved to Utica next season. The big Penguins will be in the NHL playoffs starting soon, so many of our local Penguins will go up to the big club to become a practice

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squad. For minor league fans, the local AAA baseball team, the Scranton RailRiders, affiliated with the Yankees, began play this week. Ruth and I plan to attend when the nights are warmer. Also indoors, books we are reading are Romance by Ed McBane. and Reaper Man by Terry Pratchett. Next up is a Lawrence Sanders’ McNally saga. We bought access a Live Stream of a performance of the Who’s Next album by Broadway stars to benefit the State Theatre in Easton, which we enjoyed thoroughly. Last Sunday, we were back to Knoebels with the WVIA members’ outing. The day had nice weather, near 80 degrees. We again took the dogs into the park. They rode with us on the train again, this time they were calmer. We also took the dogs on the carousel to perch on one of the chariots — some-

thing they had not done — for that matter, neither had we as we usually will ride a jumper. Ruth was patient enough to sit with the dogs to allow me a ride on the bumper cars — my favorite ride at Knoebels. We got out for a nice meal on Mother’s Day. It’s good to see people out as the COVID restrictions get lifted. I noted that Little League World Series officials decided that they aren’t inviting the world but will hold a United States only 16-team tournament. (It’s not going to be much of a World Series…) Closer to home, Pocono Raceway will be 100% open

for fan seating at this June’s “Doubleheader Spectacular.” The weekend actually offers two NASCAR races on both days, and there’s a bonus ARCA race that Friday evening for die-hards. I’m excited for the fans, and for our area as this event really does bring the people here. Monday, the 17th, is the final day to file taxes on time this year. I usually file on the last day and include our payments to the taxing bodies. Tuesday the 18th is primary election day. Please take the time to vote. To our readers, best wishes for a healthy May.

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Clymer Library Friends support important community resource by Roy A. Wilbur

What a year it has been and through it all Clymer Library has been there for you online, with curbside pickup and, when possible, like right now, in-person access to all its great resources, including books, computers, free Wi-Fi,

DVDs, and more. With the support of our members, the Friends of Clymer Library was able to enhance the library’s services to the community during these difficult times this past year, and for this we are extremely grateful. In addition to our member’s financial support, many

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cheered the library on with thoughtful comments. Here’s a sample of the many that were received: “Thank you to the staff for keeping Clymer going during this crisis. Thank you for serving the area with dedication and enthusiasm, spreading the far reaching importance of literacy to

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your surrounding communities. Thank you for being part of our lives. Clymer is a treasure chest of precious jewels. We have moved out of the area but hope you will be able to continue being a valuable community asset for many, many years!” As is evident, Clymer has, and with your support, will continue to be a part of the lives of those in our community and beyond. With this in mind, the Board of Friends of Clymer Library is inviting you to become a member to help the library in purchasing new books for children and teens.

Our goal is $5,000. Become a Friends member today with a donation of $10 or more. Please mail your check payable to Friends of Clymer Library to: Friends of Clymer Library, 115 Firehouse Rd, Pocono Pines, PA 18350. You may also donate online at www.paypalme/friendsclymerlibrary. A confirmation of your membership and tax-deductible donation will be sent to you. With sincere thanks, Johanna Beedenbender, Friends president, and Angel Wible, director of membership

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Broadhead Creek Heritage Center offers presentation on illustrator and artist Frank Schoonover by his grandson On Saturday, May 22, at 2 p.m. John Schoonover will present a program at the Brodhead Creek Heritage Center in Analomink, on his legendary grandfather, artist and Pocono native, Frank Schoonover. The title of the program is: Frank Schoonover—Illustrator, Artist and Angler. In 1896 a talented young artist named Frank Schoonover (born in Oxford, N.J. in 1877) left his grandparents’ summer home in Bushkill, Pennsylvania, to begin his art education in summer school at Chadd’s Ford Pennsylvania, and later at Drexel Institute in Philadelphia where he would further develop his talents under the instruction of renowned art teacher and painter, Howard Pyle. Thus began a life long journey for young Frank that would enhance and develop his skills, and take him to high adventure in the Canadian

arctic, the American West and South, Alaska, Jamaica and elsewhere. His travels would allow him to become one of America’s most talented and sought after illustrators and painters of his day. In addition, he would publish many accounts of his adventures in some of the most popular magazines of the times such as Scribner’s and Harpers Weekly. Later, after moving to Wilmington, Delaware he would meet other soon to be legendary artists like N.C. Wyeth (father of Andrew Wyeth and grandfather of Jamie Wyeth). He would later become friends with another young artist/ illusrator destined for fame named Norman Rockwell. Schoonover would illustrate over 120 books including Treasure Island, Kidnapped, Hans Brinker and Blackbeard as well as many Jack London and Zane Grey stories . His mentor, Howard Pyle, would encourage his students to travel, learn the cultures, and live the action scenes they would later paint. At age 26 in 1903 he began his most celebrated epic adventure when he traveled by dog sled and snowshoes for over 1,200 miles in the Canadian wilderness at Hudson Bay, 200 miles

north of Quebec City. There he would learn the customs and culture of its indigenous peoples and later paint and write about it with his inimitable, vivid, action oriented yet sensitive, respectful style. He would publish articles on his exploits and capture his adventures on canvas and in beautiful prose in his book: Edge of the Wilderness - A Portrait of the Canadian North. The book was edited by Cortland Schoonover, Frank’s son and John’s father. Later, Frank would use photography during his travels to gather compositional materials in places such as Scranton’s coal mines and silk mills adding social documentarian to his many talents. Research has begun on a book about his photographs titled: Through His Own Lens. Frank Schoonover painted over 2,000 works of art as one of America’s most popular illustrators. Some of his works now sell for tens of thousands of dollars with at least one painting estimated to be worth a six figure sum on PBS television’s popular program, Antique Auction. In 2018 Frank Schoonover’s life and art were commemorated with a special exhibition at the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachu-

setts. Many of his paintings are on display and housed at the University of Delaware Art Museum, the Brandywine Art Museum at Chadds Ford, the Glenbow-Alberta Institute in Calgary, numerous private collections and at Frank’s historic studio in Wilmington , Delaware managed by Frank’s grandson, John Schoonover. An avid trout fisherman, Frank frequently fished many Canadian waters, the Delaware River, Bushkill Creek and other Pocono streams. He owned a bamboo fly rod made by local Stroudsburg craftsman, Lou Schauer, which will be on display with some of Frank’s prints. Frank Schoonover’s adventure filled life in the outdoors and his exquisite paintings represent the finest works of The Golden Age of Illustration in American art history. Join us for this special program at the Brodhead Creek Heritage Center to honor and celebrate one of the Poconos’ most talented native sons. Seating capacity is limited and registration is recommended. Call: 570-424-1514 to register.

Depending on protocols at that time, CDC guidelines will be followed. Early arrivals and those wishing to stay a bit late can enjoy the program’s venue at the new Brodhead Creek Heritage Center building and its wonderful historical displays on famous personages from the past who have trout fished on the Brodhead Creek and stayed at nearby 19th century inns like the Henryville House (guests included Teddy Roosevelt, Grover Cleveland, Benjamin Harrison, Gifford Pinchot and even Annie Oakley among many others). Other displays include historic sites and lodges of the Poconos, local art displays, collections of hand crafted bamboo fly rods and digital maps among other items of interest. Visitors can also enjoy an easy, accessible walk along the legendary Brodhead Creek at the Forevergreen Nature Preserve which is adjacent to the BCHC bldg. Brodhead Creek is famously known as “The Birthplace of Flyfishing in America” and the preserve is open year round to the public (with special regulations) for wild trout fishing.

THE JOURNAL OF THE POCONO PLATEAU, MAY 13–26, 2021 — PAGE 17

Ruiz-Smith seeks reelection in Coolbaugh Alma Ruiz-Smith has announced that she is running again for Coolbaugh Township Supervisor. “My accomplishments and aspirations for the township speak for themselves. Check the Board of Supervisors bi-monthly meeting minutes and read

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first-hand where I stand on issues, and how I continue to place first responders; residents’ safety/welfare/security; and last but not least, policing of tax-payer dollars allocations and distribution, at the top of my priority list in performing my present duty as a current Township Supervisor. “Add to that list my commitment to promote economic development by promoting Coolbaugh Township as an ideal location to build and develop corporate and pro-

fessional businesses. I search to invite companies that offer family sustaining wages, and I promote a wealth of local skilled and talented pool of candidates ready to make themselves available for employment close to home. “My civic contributions to the local municipality and to Monroe County at large demonstrates my wealth of experience and willingness to serve my community.” • Burnley Workshop Employment and Rehabilitation Services – Board Member • Pocono Mountain Regional Emergency Medical Services – Board Member • Pocono Mountain Regional Police Commission Commissioner • Monroe County Council of Government – Coolbaugh Township BOS Representative • United Way of Monroe County, Advisory Board Member • LAANEPA (Latino Alliance of Northeast Pennsylvania), Vice President/Fundraising and Events Planner • RSVP of Monroe County (Retired Seniors Volunteer Program) Vice President/ Fund raising and Events Planner • Mt. Pocono Downtown Association, President • Women’s Resources of Monroe County – Board Member • American Red Cross of the Poconos, Chair Missions Committee – Board Member • Vice-Chairperson, Coolbaugh Township Planning Commission • Chairperson, Coolbaugh Township Vacancy Board • Board Member Property Owners Association • Judge of Elections for Property Owners Association • Contributing Writer for Property Owners Association Newsletter

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Police Beat

5-10, 10:41 a.m., a 60 y/o Blakeslee-area man bought gas at the Effort Exxon, then went over to the pump and urinated in the parking lot. PA State Police were called. Troopers met the man and charged him with disorderly conduct. 5-7, PSP was called to a Parker Trail, Penn Forest Twp. home by a homeowner who had all four of his tires slashed on his vehicle. PSP-Fern Ridge seeks information on this crime. If you can help, call them at 570 646-2271. An Effort woman and Allentown man, a couple both in their 30s, got into an argument that became a fight just before 1 p.m. on 5-2. Police were called and PSP-F arrived to separate the pair — and charge both with harassment. 5-1, A 43 y/o Jim Thorpe area man was seen on a surveillance camera prowling at night in the back yard of a Fawn Road, Penn Forest Township home. He faces criminal trespass charges. State Police are investigating a possible statutory rape of a 17 y/o at a Sugar Hollow Road, Chestnuthill Twp. home, last January. On 4-28, a 13 y/o girl called PSP-F to report a rape at a home in Penn Forest Twp. An investigation is underway. 4-7 and 8, PSP is investigating a child endangerment incident of a 1 y/o boy at a Brodheadsville home after the hospital called in a report. Police investigators looked into this, and determined the allegations unfounded. A 40 y/o Effort man was seen breaking the lock box off a home for sale on Upper Ridge Drive in Effort. He then broke open the lock box to get the key, and went inside. A witness went over to confront him, and he locked the door, then fled with the key. PSP-F tracked the man down and he faces burglary charges. 3-25.

Stealin’ Another vehicle, a Dodge van, parked at a Brodheadsville auto service business had its catalytic converter cut off between 4-6 and 19. PSP-F. Someone obtained a small business loan and a merchant credit card while

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using the personal information of a 40 y/o Effort man, and also obtained a mortgage.

Keeping the Rubber Side down At 3:35 p.m. on 5-7, an area motorist was northbound on Route 115 in Effort when a southbound car made a dive to turn onto State Road, and there was a crash. The driver of the southbound car did not stop. No one was hurt in the other car. PSP-F is investigating. There are the usual rear-ender crashes around Brodheadsville. No injuries reported.

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Police also reported a handful of DUIs — alcohol, pot (most of the reports these last two weeks) and hard drugs.

PennDOT notes Bridge inspections crews from PennDOT continue their work in our area. Be alert, as they take up a lane. Teams are out pothole patching, brush cutting and crack sealing. A drilling crew has been out on Interstate 80 at night in Stroudsburg Borough, with a start time of 8 p.m. and cleared out by 6 a.m. Guide rail repair companies may set up around our area as needed. Through the 14th, a crew spraying herbicide will be treating the sides of I-380. Use www.511PA.com for travel information. Motorists can sign up for alerts on www.511PA.com by clicking on “Personal Alerts” in the left-hand menu.

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OLIVE MAE DAVIS Olive Mae Davis, 100, of Mt. women’s activist in her day, belonging to the United MethPocono, died Sunday, May 9, odist Women, helping to serve 2021 at home. She was the her community and the world. loving wife of H. John “Jack” An accomplished pianist, Olive Davis, with whom she shared also accompanied many a Sun75 years of marriage. day morning service as well. Born in Pittsburgh, she was In as much as women the daughter of the late Henweren’t allowed in Rotary ry T. and Margaret (Kreps) until 1987, Olive became a Stump. When Olive met her charter member of one of the future husband Jack in 1941, first women’s service organiWWII had broken out, and Olive waited to marry the love zations in the Poconos at the of her life until he came home time, the Rotary Anns of Mt. Pocono. Olive also served her after the war, November 3, community by volunteering 1945. Olive and Jack settled in the with Monroe County Meals on Wheels for many years. Poconos after the war, evenWhile raising her family and tually raising their family in Mt. Pocono. An active member serving her community, she worked alongside her husof the community, Olive was actively involved with the local band, Jack, and managed the H. John Davis Oil Company Scout troops for her children. until their retirement in 2002. She was an active memIn addition to her husband, ber of the Mt. Pocono Unitshe is survived by her son, ed Methodist Church, where John Davis and his wife, Ann she taught Sunday School for of Tobyhanna; daughters, many years. Olive was also a Janet Mertz and her husband, Robert of Spencer, West Virginia, and Margaret Johnson and her husband, Lieutenant Colonel Grant of Duncanville, Texas; grandchildren Diana Davis, Lauren Lehman, and John Davis, Trevor and Justin Mertz, Benjamin Johnson, Stephanie Garcia, and Nathanael Johnson; and great-grandchildren, Natalie, Nadine, Griffin, Ingrid Mertz. Due to COVID, there will be private services at the convenience of the family for Olive. A Memorial Service in her honor will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that cards of condolence and/or memorial donations be made in Olive’s name to the Mt. Pocono United Methodist Church, 12 Church St., Mt. Pocono, Pa. 18344.

Birding photos at Kettle Creek BENJAMIN I. SAUNDERS Benjamin I. Saunders, 78, of Long Pond, died at home on May 5, 2021. He was the loving husband of Ann (Sykes) Saunders, with whom he shared 52 years of marriage. Born in Newark, New Jersey, he was the son of the late Benjamin and Juanita (Smith) Saunders. Benjamin was a dispatcher with the Jevic Trucking Company, Montville, New Jersey until his retirement in 2010. In his spare time, Benjamin loved fishing, watching cowboy shows, and spending time with all of his children, and grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Benjamin is survived by sons, Eric Saunders and his wife, Vilma, of Newark, New Jersey, and Michael Saunders and his wife, Kimberly of Jermyn; daughters, Sandra Saunders and Ulysses III of Florence, New Jersey, Keisha Saunders of Long Pond, Nicole Branker and her husband, Henry of Andover, New Jersey, and Tasha Burke and her husband, Raymond of Maplewood, New Jersey; brother, Ronald Saunders and his wife, Marie of Salem, Mass achusetts; sister, Carol Saunders-Cook; 20 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Benjamin was preceded in death by his son, Benjamin I. Saunders III and his wife, Patricia; and sister, Jeri Saunders. A memorial service was held May 13 at the Bolock Funeral Home, 6148 Paradise Valley Road, Cresco. Private cremation has been entrusted to the Bolock Funeral Home Crematory.

On Saturday, May 22, join Monroe County Conservation District Environmental Educator Matt Giambra at 9 a.m. on a photo walk where we will try to capture some of the birds that call Kettle Creek Wildlife Sanctuary their home. A telephoto lens of 200mm or longer is preferred but not required. Advance registration is required and limited. Cost is $6/non-members, $4/children under 12, EE Center members FREE. To register or for more information, call the Kettle

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Little Bethel Historical Association to hold Benefit Concert and Art Show On Saturday, May 15, the Stroudsburg Little Bethel Historical Association will be hosting a virtual benefit concert and art show featuring live performances by Nancy and Spencer Reed, Nadeen Edwards, The Invitations and an art show curated and pre-

sented by Clavertis Miller. The purpose of the event is to raise much needed funds for the continuation of the restoration project. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 15, from 6 until 8 p.m. via Zoom. The event is open to the public

but participants must register in advance on EventBrite at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/stroudsburg-little-bethel-virtual-benefit-concert-and-art-show-tickets-153236896683?aff=ebdssbeac. The suggested donation is $20 and all proceeds will go

towards the continued restoration efforts. The Stroudsburg Little Bethel Historical Association (SLBHA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the restoration of the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church building on 3rd Street

in Stroudsburg. The organization’s mission is to establish and maintain the structure as a viable physical and historical facility, serving the community as a historical site and museum.