Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here It's time again to select the Pocono Record's Athletes of the Week We've picked some of the best performances from April 28-May 3 and now it's your turn to vote for the favorite East Stroudsburg South softball and Ryan Kaulfers Pocono Mountain East softball and James Rabbitt East Stroudsburg South softball and Josiah Caceres More: East Stroudsburg University football starts 2025 with something to prove More: Stroudsburg baseball looks like the team to beat on the mountain this year Girls Athlete of the Week nomineesAbygail Borger Pleasant Valley girls lacrosse: She helped shut out Scranton Prep and recorded four saves in an 18-0 win for the Bears East Stroudsburg South softball: She went 3-for-5 with and double and recorded two RBIs in a 14-6 win over Pleasant Valley Stroudsburg softball: She went 3-for-3 with two home runs and scored three runs in a 17-2 win over East Stroudsburg North Pocono Mountain West track and field: She won the shot put vs Pocono Mountain East with a throw of 37-.04 feeet Pocono Mountain East track and field: She won the discus vs Pocono Mountain West with a throw of 93-.03 feet Stroudsburg baseball: He went 2-for-3 and recorded two RBIs in a 6-3 win over Pleasant Valley East Stroudsburg South baseball: He went 3-for-5 with a double and a triple while recording three RBIs in a 15-2 win over Notre Dame - East Stroudsburg Pocono Mountain West track and field: He won the 110-meter hurdles vs Pocono Mountain East with a time of 17.83 seconds Pocono Mountain East track and field: He won the triple jump vs Pocono Mountain West with a jump of 42-06.50 feet Pleasant Valley track and field: He won the 100-meter dash vs Game Recap: Women's Lacrosse | 4/23/2025 6:20:00 PM | Andrew Miller LACROSSE: Here is Sara assisting Shannon for 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣! pic.twitter.com/jRrbxpkWP7 Thanks for visiting Mostly cloudy with a few scattered showers lingering overnight Two Stroudsburg men have been arrested following reports of multiple home invasions and armed robberies - Two Stroudsburg men have been arrested following reports of multiple home invasions and armed robberies officials say that the Stroud Area Regional Police Department responded to a home invasion on Barry Street in Stroudsburg Borough Victims of the home invasion reported that a Hispanic male entered their home Officials say that the male suspect took cell phones from the victims and fled in a silver SUV The victims were able to follow the suspect in their own car and broke the rear windshield of the suspect's car while at a red light and the victims reported a white man was driving the vehicle the Stroud Area Police Department responded to another home invasion on King Street in East Stroudsburg Officials say that it was reported that a Hispanic male entered the home The male suspect fled the home without taking anything and left the area in a silver SUV the suspect’s car was observed by a local constable on Lackawanna Avenue in East Stroudsburg and notified the Monroe County Control Center A traffic stop was conducted on the car by SARPD officers on Hallet Street in East Stroudsburg The two occupants were identified as Jose Ramirez and Anthony Ciccone Officials say that through further investigation Jose Ramirez was positively identified as the suspect who entered the residences and brandished the knife and Anthony Ciccone was identified as the driver of the car during the offenses It was also discovered that Ramirez and Ciccone previously robbed another male at knife point on Hallet Street in East Stroudsburg and conducted a burglary at a residence on Lackawanna Avenue in East Stroudsburg according to the Stroud Area Regional Police Department Both Ramirez and Ciccone were taken into custody Officials say that both suspects are currently housed at the Monroe County Correctional Facility where bail has been denied Ramirez and Ciccone may have committed other armed robberies or burglaries in the Stroudsburg and East Stroudsburg areas If anyone has any information on these crimes they are asked to “Submit a tip” or call the Stroud Area Regional Police Department Email notifications are only sent once a day Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device Thanks for visiting 2025Step into the Gallery at 530 Main and you'll see the works of 100 artists featured in the gallery's first ever show called Artists of the Poconos.Step into the Gallery at 530 Main and you'll see the works of 100 artists featured in the gallery's first ever show called Artists of the Poconos The back space of the building is shared with In2You Arts The Gallery at 530 Main| Pocono Television Network (570) 420-2808 noon-4 p.m.Paid Sponsor Partnership: Pocono Television Network enjoy the outdoors and get some exercise while doing so look no further: East Stroudsburg Borough may have just the thing you’re looking for Borough Beautification Day is happening May 3 and there’s still time to sign up and show some love to your hometown Borough manager Kelly Lewis is inviting everyone to roll up their sleeves and pitch in “Having these clean up days is great,” Lewis said “No one wants to drive around and see trash on the ground.” Lewis said this in-person event is more than just a cleanup; it’s a chance to reconnect with neighbors and breathe some fresh air while also feeling like a hometown superhero “I love bringing everybody together,” he added Over 200 volunteers have already signed up the East Stroudsburg University football team If you’re wondering what’s on the cleanup agenda volunteers will be tackling the stretch form Mill Creek Road to Interstate 80 East Stroudsburg cleanup: What to knowWhen: May 3 What’s provided: All the cleanup tools you’ll need and free T-shirts for volunteers Whether you’re a longtime local or just someone who really hates litter East Stroudsburg invites you to come out and be part of something good Contact the borough by calling 570-421-8300 or sending an email to ESBorough@gmail.com Emmanuella Pierre is the trending and breaking news reporter at the Pocono Record. Reach her at epierre@gannett.com As inflation continues to strain household budgets one community member is stepping up to help residents in need the Stroudsburg Community Food Resource Center aims to combat food insecurity while fostering collaboration among local organizations says the demand for food support has never been greater the economy is in a little bit of trouble right now This growing nonprofit, based in Stroudsburg, is focused on addressing food insecurity for one person at a time. By uniting local government, the Pocono Interfaith Council Loomis hopes to build a network of support that streamlines access to resources for those who need them most While the organization’s primary mission is to feed people and fill empty stomachs People from different religious backgrounds are collaborating to help people and it "could become a model for other local communities to do the same,” said Loomis His vision includes creating a centralized hub for food and other human services without placing the burden on a single organization the goal is to share responsibilities for the good of the entire community Although the center does not yet have a physical location plans are underway to secure a space in central Stroudsburg That would eliminate the vast majority of the homeless community that’ll be able to access these resources,” he said The team is still seeking additional board members and community partners to join the mission Anyone interested in getting involved can reach out to Josh Loomis at jloomis6712@gmail.com Walmart announced that 26 of its stores across Pennsylvania are getting a makeover which is part of the retail giant's mission to become "Pennsylvania’s favorite place to shop." Among the locations getting a facelift is East Stroudsburg Walmart shared that the remodels are part of a plan to upgrade more than 650 stores nationwide in 2025 "Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in and these remodels are a testament to our dedication to enhancing that role,” said Annie Walker senior vice president for Walmart's East Business Unit Walmart said it has invested over $493 million in store improvements across the Pennsylvania over the past five years promising not just a fresh paint and new shelving but a total reimagining of the in store shopping experience Walmart listed these changes in the release: The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is resurfacing part of Business Route 209 According to PennDOT District 5 safety press officer Sean Brown Business Route 209 will be resurfaced between Washington Street and Independence Road in East Stroudsburg The project will cost $1.8 million and is estimated to last until the end of June East Stroudsburg borough manager Kelly Lewis expressed excitement over the project "Lots of residents agreed that this road needed to be repaved and we're thankful for PennDOT putting it front and center on their paving list," Lewis said "It's already started and they're making big progress and looking forward to it being done in June." Max Augugliaro is the public safety and government watchdog reporter at the Pocono Record. Reach him at MAugugliaro@gannett.com The mayor of Stroudsburg was sentenced in February for a 2023 DUI offense in Northampton County Northampton County Court of Common Pleas Judge Abraham Kassis sentenced Michael Moreno to a minimum of 30 days with a maximum of six months Moreno was given 30 days' credit for an inpatient program He will also have to pay a $750 fine as well as other costs associated with the case and complete the Alcohol Highway Safety Program He is not allowed to consume any alcohol or drugs and will be subject to random urine screening tests Moreno said that he is serving the consequences of his actions and that he will continue to serve the community He also thanked the residents and business owners of Stroudsburg for electing him as well as for calling the borough home Moreno was arrested by Slate Belt Regional Police Department for DUI after his vehicle ran out of gas in Wind Gap on Sept Police said Moreno had a BAC of .20 when he was tested at the Bethlehem DUI center which is more than twice the legal limit of .08 Moreno apologized for the incident during a Stroudsburg Borough Council meeting in November 2023 STROUDSBURG — For the first time in almost a decade Stroudsburg High School baseball has a chance to stand alone at the top of the mountain With about two weeks left in the regular season the Mountaineers have sole possession of first place in the EPC North Division and they have a strong chance to end the season that way for the first time since 2016 when they won their second straight division title after going undefeated in 2015 Stroudsburg has finished at the top more recently That was the case in 2017 (with Pocono Mountain East) 2018 (East) Matt Suarez's squad isn't looking for another tie Stroudsburg defeated East to split the regular season series then beat South at home 7-2 to sweep the series More: Pocono Mountain East boys basketball coach Mark Dudley resigns What more impressive about the latter was South took an early 2-0 lead and Suarez wasn't at the game due to personal reasons So the Mounties had to dig out of a hole with AJ Denny holding down the fort "We've been in that position a lot this year where we've been down two After trailing 2-0 heading into the bottom of the third inning scoring six runs off the strength of two homers but he found the sweet spot against South's James Rabbitt to send one over the fence "He's been getting us singles and has a high on-base percentage," Ferguson said "His home run really set a tone for the game Ferguson added that the chance to take first place in the division was a topic of discussion but the team was focused on "taking care of business" once the game started With only one team left on the schedule with a winning record Stroudsburg's goal of winning the division outright is there for the taking But the final stretch will still be a race as South and East are both 5-2 meaning there is no room to underestimate an opponent South and Stroudsburg are both going to the 6A District 11 playoffs whoever wins that ultimately gets the last laugh Knowing the playoffs are around the corner is why Stroudsburg isn't letting up anytime soon our bats staying hot and doing what we've done all season," Ferguson said." Stroudsburg is about to experience a unique cultural infusion with the opening of Flavour of Brazil said this new establishment will bring the rich flavors and vibrant culture of Brazil right to the heart of Stroudsburg his plan was to open a full-fledged Brazilian restaurant he pivoted and decided to create something just as special “I thought what could I open that people will love He said Flavour of Brazil will feature a selection of authentic Brazilian beverages cookies and chocolates that guests might not find anywhere else The shop will also carry exclusive products imported directly from Brazil allowing customers to experience a true taste of the country “We're going to have prepackaged products that are coming straight from Brazil for people to purchase,” he said Castro said one of the highlights of the shop will be its signature coffee which will be produced in partnership with a third-party supplier Castro said he is excited to offer a coffee experience that reflects the quality and flavors of Brazil’s renowned culture “Our [coffee] is going to be an exclusive product [that] nobody is going to have For those looking to unwind or work in a cozy setting the coffee shop and market will be offering comfortable seating where customers can come relax or bring their laptops “We're going to have a few tables that have two chairs each and we're also going to have a counter where people can sit and enjoy their meals like if they were in a diner,” he said Castro said the coffee shop is near completion with the construction phase almost finished The next step is to undergo building inspections before officially opening its doors His goal is to open by the first day of spring Flavour of Brazil will welcome customers six days a week Castro said he looks forward to sharing his Brazilian heritage with the Stroudsburg community and looks forwards to seeing everyone Correction: A previous version of this story misstated where Peterson De Oliveria's family is from You don’t have to look far to find someone whose life has been affected by immigration one student-led group is making sure those voices don’t go unheard Immigrants Empower Poconos is rallying the community not just to talk about immigrant rights but to celebrate the people behind the headlines is hosting a rally April 27 to raise awareness about immigrant rights while also highlighting the contributions immigrants have made to the area According to the U.S Census Bureau's American Community Survey five-year estimates 10.5% of Monroe County's population was born outside the United States director of logistics and outreach for Immigrants Empower Poconos believes educating people about their rights is especially important now as Immigration and Customs Enforcement continues to detain many immigrants More: Mahmoud Khalil misses first child's birth after ICE denies his release from detention More: U.S. citizen arrested in Florida under blocked immigration law. Here's what we know they have had their lives touches by the immigrants in this area," Cipparulo said says it's vital to help people understand the rights that are often overlooked or denied to immigrants “This rally is about showing them how to stand up for themselves,” said De Oliveria Cipparulo and De Oliveria both emphasized that the idea for the rally came from a collective student effort They saw how many students on campus were ready to take a stand and decided it was time to speak up “We need to make sure everyone knows that no matter how small you seem in this massive country you have the power to create change and we shouldn’t be afraid to speak out,” De Oliveria added has not been personally affected by this issue said he has been personally affected by this issue “My grandma told me about her friends who live in Massachusetts,” said De Oliveria “They recently got a knock on their door and were taken away by ICE during President Donald Trump’s first term their mom made them carry around a birth certificate and other papers just in case anything happened More: Tourists detained by ICE say they were treated like 'the worst criminal' “No child or person should have to constantly feel like they’re being watched,” said Cipparulo “Not in a country that’s supposed to be the land of the free.” “This whole rally is about giving people back their voices,” De Oliveria added During the event, representatives from the Pennsylvania Immigration Resource Center will be there to offer information on free legal services and support for those who have been detained or separated from their families The rally will be held on April 27 at 12 p.m at East Stroudsburg University’s College Circle near the Abeloff Center for the Performing Arts The Shanti House project is under contract The project is a proposed apartment complex in the 600 block of Main Street in Stroudsburg Axria provided a press release confirming the intended changes to the Shanti House project The initially planned 65-foot structure is now proposed to be 85 feet which is the maximum allowed height for a building in Stroudsburg and would be the tallest in the borough “The firm initially envisioned a 100-foot structure but made a conscious design decision to scale back in order to better complement the surrounding architecture and maintain the character of the area,” Axria’s press release states the proposed number of residential units in the original building has increased from 50 to 97 A separate building in another empty lot on the 600 block of Main Street is proposed to house 43 units These changes would have to be presented to and approved by Stroudsburg Borough Council I am thrilled that we're seeing tangible results at last with a new owner under contract to buy the property,” said Abell “It has taken a long time and many concessions from the Borough but I am hopeful it will be transformative for our town and downtown businesses.” Stroudsburg Mayor Michael Moreno stated on April 11 that while he is pleased that the project is under contract the plans presented at the April 1 council meeting were not yet presented to the Historical Architectural Review Board shared his thoughts on what council should look for including ensuring that the presented building has some historical charm to it and ensuring that continuity between the old buildings and new architecture design won’t be lost Moreno thanked the Stroudsburg school board and the Monroe County commissioners for fully passing the LERTA ordinance in January 2025 after five years leading up to council being approached by an organization looking to build housing and storefronts in vacant portions of downtown Stroudsburg that were “not serving anyone.” He also added that the project will help with the housing crisis and property taxes in the borough “We’re elated as a council,” Moreno concluded “We are very excited that the Shanti House project is finally moving forward,” Kopp texted in a statement to the Pocono Record Kopp texted: “The developers are working with the Zoning Officer and the Planning Commission and Zoning Hearing Board to put together a plan for the project.” Kopp also confirmed there was not an update on the project at the April 15 council meeting or other borough meetings during that week Calling all cat and coffee lovers: There’s a purr-fect new spot coming to the Poconos and it promises to leave you feline fine. Owner Amanda Counterman is bringing her passion for paws to life with the Cozy Kitty Café that will be on McConnell Street in Stroudsburg between Wells Fargo and McDonald's I have a cat that I walk with a harness on just like a dog I just have a passion for them,” said Counterman This isn’t your average café where you stare at your phone or laptop and pretend to work Counterman said this is a two-part experience where one side is your classic coffee shop with prepackaged goodies from local small businesses so you can feel good about supporting the community while getting your caffeine fix The other side will be a cat lounge full of adorable where the only thing stronger than espresso is the temptation to leave with a furry new roommate “I wanted to open a very fun environment for all ages to come in and I wanted to do it for a good cause to get these cats homes,” she said These aren’t just any cats; they’re shelter rescues hoping to charm their way into forever homes Counterman said there will be an admission fee to enter the cat lounge with the money going straight to the care of our four-legged friends you can now justify your 12th visit of the week by calling it a “donation.” More: New Stroudsburg coffee shop Flavour of Brazil sets opening date, hours But before you grab your toddler and your own cat for a family outing Children under 6 won’t be allowed in the cat lounge because this isn’t a bring-your-own-cat kind of place There’s also a waiver that will need to be signed before you enter the kitty lounge to protect both guests and the cats because nobody wants to leave with scratches they didn’t come in there with “Cats can have a tendency to get overwhelmed They can scratch [you] but that’s typical cat behavior,” she said Counterman said the community response has been paws-itively overwhelming After getting love from the locals at this year’s St she feels confident the café will be the cat’s meow “I was completely overwhelmed; everyone loved the inflatable cats we had I’ve been receiving so many calls and people are donating and I’m just so very appreciative and humbled,” she said She said progress is coming along and the cats are set to arrive in May She will be giving them some time to get situated in their new temporary home which means you’ll soon have the purr-fect excuse to cancel plans and go pet some cats “I’m letting them acclimate for about a week and a half before I have a grand opening so they get used to the environment,” she said Counterman said she’s aiming to have the grand opening between May 31 and June 7 depending on how quickly things fall into place She said the hours of operation will be from 10 a.m giving you plenty of time to sneak in a coffee break with a side of whiskers She’s still figuring out what days they’ll be open The Monroe County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that two individuals were killed in a fire that occurred at the Wander Inn Bar and Grill in East Stroudsburg on Wednesday both victims were found deceased at the scene of the fire The individuals have been identified as 34-year-old Jennifer Lugo and 42-year-old Ashton Patterson according to a press release issued Thursday morning The cause of death remains undetermined and the investigation into the incident is ongoing More: Firefighters, coroner, police respond to Wander Inn Bar and Grill in East Stroudsburg A Stroud Area Regional Police Department detective is being recognized as a hero after saving a man’s life from the fire that consumed the Wander Inn According to Monroe County District Attorney Michael Mancuso Detective Chris Shelley entered the blazing building from a ladder and rescued the man Mancuso commended Shelley for risking his safety and displaying "exceptional bravery" and posted a photo of Shelley with soot visible on his face Two people were killed in a fire at the Wander Inn Bar & Grill in East Stroudsburg Wednesday morning "The fire had burned through the floor, so we couldn't get up in there for a search upon arrival," said East Stroudsburg Fire Chief Nate Black told WNEP.  Neighbors helped save a woman screaming for help "We were all there standing there telling her to jump She throws her purse and cell phone out the window We are just making sure she got out in time and we catch her as she stumbles a little bit," AJ Robinson but Robinson said his shaking legs prevented him from going up "The proximity of the buildings was the first thing Several firefighters were injured while operating at the incident Firefighters found the bodies of Jennifer Lugo Susan Nicol is the news editor for Firehouse.com She is a life member and active with the Brunswick Volunteer Ambulance & Rescue Company Susie has been an EMT in Maryland since 1976 Susie is vice-president of the Frederick County Fire/Rescue Museum She is on the executive committee of Frederick County Volunteer Fire and Rescue Association She also is part of the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) Region II EMS Council Susie is a board member of the American Trauma Society she was a staff writer for The Frederick News-Post A former fugitive from Stroudsburg has pled guilty to one charge in connection to a 2022 drive-by shooting pled guilty to a first-degree felony charge of aggravated assault in front of Monroe County Court of Common Pleas Judge Stephen Higgins after making his intent to plead known last Friday at a bar on Main Street in Stroudsburg in the early morning hours of Aug Coombs and another suspect, 29-year-old Alexandra Hidalgo of Stroudsburg, were at large for almost two years until both were caught in August 2024 in Broward County Coombs will be sentenced on May 28; he faces a maximum of 20 years in prison Hidalgo's next court appearance is on April 4 Game Recap: Baseball | 04.25.25 | David Roe Thanks for visiting A Monroe County fire victim is thanking her heroes and speaking out about the tragedy Tomorrow will be one month since the deadly fire broke out in East Stroudsburg While we  still do not know the cause of the blaze at the the Wander Inn Apartment Building a couple who made it out is counting their blessings And while the community continues to mourn the loss there’s also the stories of human triumph born out of this tragedy there was a reason they were there at that time And I honestly know that I have a purpose here because things could’ve ended much differently for us Miller smelled the smoke first and then saw the flames out her front window She quickly learned the whole front porch of the Wander Inn Apartment Building was on fire and escaping out the front door wasn’t an option Instead she ran to wake up her fiance Jeremiah and was able to open a side window trying to figure out where it was coming from at first I see a woman with blond hair screaming for help." So I climbed out onto the air conditioner that was right below my window maybe three or four feet below my window and people were down there telling me to jump so I jumped." "We see another elderly man coming out and he’s blowing out smoke out of his mouth and that’s when I knew immediately we’re not going to be able to get this man out the same way we did with her." Robinson remembered his neighbors had a ladder and ran to grab it Someone filming the blaze from across the street caught the brave bystanders running to help One was Stroud Area Regional Police Detective Chris Shelly "I watched [him] pull Jeremiah out the window by his head and shoulders "I actually had no fear going up the ladder So the fact that it was over 500 pounds on the ladder that holds 300 pounds the fact that I didn’t drop him or fall backwards there’s no doubt in my mind that the good lord was with me that day Shelly shows us the small part of the window on the right side that allowed the couple to escape "The only moment I will take from this and I will remember this till the day that I die Jeremiah had smoke inhalation and burns on his hands and Susan suffered a broken arm The pair are now recovering and in a new home thanks to the outpouring of community support "We’re just really grateful that we’re here and able to share the experience and grateful for the people that were there They had just moved in a month prior and lost everything Organizations like Shelly’s Olsen Christmas Wish are helping them build it back still coming together and you know trying to put some light on this tragedy." A memorial service was held last weekend for the couple who died in the fire And a benefit is being held later this month at the American Legion to further help all the families affected by this tragedy © 2025 Blue Ridge Communications TV13 head to Stroudsburg and East Stroudsburg for the annual St Experience the energetic sounds of marching bands and bagpipes while watching an exciting procession of bands This year's grand marshal is Paula Fitzpatrick. Born in Ireland, Fitzpatrick was the longtime owner of Fitzpatrick's Irish and Celtic Store on Main Street in Stroudsburg She has made great impact on the Poconos community since moving here in the early 2000s according to the Pocono Irish American Club (PIAC) More: How Irish is Pennsylvania? See Census Bureau data for each county Fitzpatrick served as the president of PIAC in 2015 and 2016 and has played a key role in the club's growth she has helped ensure that PIAC donates about $35,000 per year to deserving charities awards and through scholarships to local students PIAC's 46th annual parade kicks off at 1:15 p.m. starting at Stroudsburg High School on Main Street and making its way downtown before ending at the municipal building on Crystal Street in East Stroudsburg For more information, visit www.poconoirishamericanclub.com Game Recap: Baseball | 04.27.25 | David Roe Thanks for visiting Match Recap: Women's Tennis | 04.25.25 | Matt Heffelfinger Thanks for visiting The mother of the Notorious B.I.G has been pronounced dead in Stroudsburg According to the Monroe County Coroner’s Office 78-year-old Voletta Wallace was pronounced dead on Friday was a famous rapper in the 1990s who was better known as the Notorious B.I.G She was in hospice care at her Stroudsburg residence at the time of her death and her cause of death was of natural causes District Justice Krista Anzini on Wednesday bound over all charges against Joseph Quattrochi including but not limited to conspiracy to commit aggravated assault hindering apprehension and riot with intent to commit a felony Surveillance video from the Wawa on West Main Street that was played at the hearing for Quattrochi showed Quattrochi family members and friends park at the front of the store and head in to shop about an hour before the incident that happened around 8:20 p.m Prosecution: Man charged with fatal Wawa shooting told girlfriend he shot 'some kid' in which one of Gearhart’s friends said something offensive to the Quattrochi group Video showed the Quattrochi group circle out of the parking lot and move to the rear parking lot of the Westgate Apartments the white Avenger and Joseph Quattrochi's truck parked near each other at the mouth of the parking lot as the latter returned four cars that were with Quattrochi's group returned to the WaWa parking area where surveillance video showed the group heading toward the store's entrance the Quattrochi group surrounded and assaulted the friend of Gearhart who had insulted them Gearhart enters the melee to help his friend and is thrown against a rack in the corner of the store before being thrown to the floor behind a refrigerated kiosk That is where Andrew Quattrochi is charged with shooting him Raymond said she learned during the investigation that the Quattrochis were there that day to visit the grave of a family member at Stroudsburg Cemetery Monroe County District Attorney Michael Mancuso argued the reason Joseph Quattrochi went back to the store was due to being told what had happened there by the son who drove the Avenger along with Joseph Quattrochi's return inside the store neglect in stopping the fight and assistance helping Andrew Quattrochi flee the scene said his client did not know about the pending assault did not assist in the assault and worked with law enforcement to turn over Andrew Quattrochi along with evidence outlined in a search warrant Joseph Quattrochi will be formally arraigned March 20 the same day as Andrew Quattrochi's arraignment is scheduled to take place Wake up and smell the coffee: The new Dunkin' drive-thru in Stroudsburg is getting closer to opening its doors to all coffee lovers The new drive-thru location has been under construction this year on the east side of Pocono Creek although they have not scheduled their final inspection as of yet.” “They have submitted (paperwork) for their health license and all signage permits which means they are getting closer to completion I do not have a date on when it is set to open.” Emmanuella Pierre is the trending and breaking news reporter at the Pocono Record it's time to embrace the season with open arms and join the celebration at the Downtown Stroudsburg Business Association's annual Winterfest on Saturday says this much-anticipated event has become a tradition in the community offering a wonderful experience for people of all ages Winterfest introduces a unique theme to keep the event exciting and fresh The theme for Winterfest 2025 is "Zoo on Ice" and more than 40 ice sculptures will be spread around the borough “There is going to be a beautiful display in Courthouse Square,” Strunk said “People can come down to Courthouse Square and see the process of how this is carved from big blocks into these intricate animals” starting at 11 a.m Photos: Snow squalls hit Stroudsburg's Winterfest in 2022 With Valentine's Day and Presidents Day bookending the weekend Strunk is expecting a larger than usual turnout this year She says one of the highlights of Winterfest this year will be the different variations of ice sculptures spread out across various business and churches around downtown “Some of the sculptures are 3D and 2D with color,” said Strunk “and if you aren’t able to make it to the event during the day [depending on the weather] people can come see the sculptures light up at night.” And to make the experience even more exciting, eventgoers can grab a map to guide them around the downtown area, ensuring they don’t miss a single sculpture. Strunk said these maps will be available at participating businesses, and if they run out, you can download a digital version online by visiting GoCollaborativeStbg.com/Winterfest “It’ll show you where all the different ice sculptures are located and a lot of the business will be offering specials Strunk said there will be tons of activities and displays for everyone to partake in Families will sign up online and collect clues at more than a dozen businesses Participants will be entered to win grand prizes from The Potting Shed in Stroudsburg and Shawnee Mountain Ski Area Strunk encouraged everyone to bundle up and stay warm as they explore the festivities there will be warming stations around town where you can take a break and thaw out before continuing the fun “A lot of the churches downtown have offered to have kids' activities and those warming stations We also have the Eastern Monroe bookmobile that will be there and AmeriHealth has a mobile wellness unit that’s parked in Courthouse Square that serves as a warming station.” Strunk said this event provides the perfect opportunity for families friends and neighbors to come together and create lasting memories in the heart of the town after a fire broke out Wednesday morning in apartments above a bar in East Stroudsburg According to a news release sent out by the Monroe County Coroner’s Office Both autopsies were scheduled to take place on Thursday 1 Fire Chief Nate Black said firefighters responded at 10:45 a.m to a structure fire at The Wander Inn at 279 S firefighters encountered an extremely difficult scene at the structure “There was heavy fire from the front of the building; most of the second floor was fully involved,” Black said there were power lines down across the street as there was a breeze that was pushing the fire toward the exposure He added there was an apartment building beside the original building and that at one point there were two buildings on fire Black said the damage done to the bar was extensive while the damage to the other building was heavy as well He said the fire was knocked down in a little over two hours Black said firefighters were on the scene for about six hours He said the cause of the fire is undetermined and that a state police fire marshal is investigating in coordination with the Stroud Area Regional Police Department Black said also assisting at the scene were the Stroudsburg Fire Department; Stroud Township Volunteer Fire Department; Marshalls Creek Fire Company; Barrett Township Volunteer Fire Company; Shawnee Fire Company; Pocono Township Fire Department; Suburban EMS; Stroud Area Regional Police Department; Monroe County Office of Emergency Management; and East Stroudsburg Salvation Army Black stressed the importance of having working smoke detectors make sure you’ve got good batteries in,” he said Black also strongly recommended renters insurance as he noted that a lot of the population in East Stroudsburg are renters Two people are dead after a restaurant fire in East Stroudsburg on Wednesday according to the Monroe County Coroner's office -- Two people were killed Wednesday in a fire at a restaurant in Monroe County Monroe County Coroner Thomas Yanac told us the victims are a man and a woman The fire first started on the second floor of the Wander Inn Bar and Grill on S Courtland St Umar Abdul-Haqq said he works right down the street and could see the smoke and then the smoke started getting thicker and more intense and then I was actually able to see the flames," said Abdul-Haqq he realized it's a restaurant he's been to many times in the past "We get over here and it is nothing but flames The firemen didn't even want to touch it," said Spzer "We couldn't make entry into the original fire building due to the wind conditions and weather conditions at that time," said Acme Hose Company #1 Fire Chief Nate Black Black said their first priority was helping the three survivors who made it out and they had one refusal on scene," said Black Black said they were able to save the building next to the restaurant "Probably the worst fire we've had in 10 years or so," said Black As the Fire Marshal works to figure out how the fire started "To know that somebody didn't make it out of there alive The coroner is still waiting to release the identities of the victims until next of kin have been notified A man and woman are dead following a fire that ripped through a Monroe County restaurant and apartments Fire officials say this is the worst fire they have seen in the East Stroudsburg area in the last decade or so The coroner identified a man and woman who died at the scene of a fire that ripped through a well-known Monroe County restaurant and the apartments above it - The coroner identified a man and woman who died at the scene of a fire that ripped through a well-known Monroe County restaurant and the apartments above it The Monroe County Coroner said Jennifer Lugo construction companies arrived to remove the debris outside of the building and started boarding it up A states senator is thanking first responders and bystanders for their efforts in saving other victims during the Wednesday morning fire 69 News spoke with several residents who witnessed the scene and drove by the next morning to check in It actually looks like a scene from Chicago Fire," said Umar Abdul-Haqq Along South Courtland Street in East Stroudsburg sits homes and a building that's half charred It used to be a place where folks would gather for food and a good time because all they knew was they were making food or whatever," said Diana Szper Longtime residents said they watched the well known watering hole Wander Inn Bar and Grill burst into flames the smoke got thicker and thicker," described Abdul-Haqq Fire Chief Nate Black of the Acme Hose Company #1 said the fire started in the second-floor apartments He said three victims were injured but survived who represents Monroe County shared her gratitude for witnesses and officers from the Stroud Area Regional Police Department whose quick thinking helped rescue a person inside A huge thank you to our brave firefighters One of the officers on scene commented crediting a bystander for running with a ladder and said the incident could have "ended very differently" without the person's help "This is the worst fire we've had in East Stroudsburg in quite a while," said Black who re-called not seeing anything as bad in the borough within the last decade The coroner said an autopsy is scheduled for Thursday The restaurant owner has been on scene but has no further comment about the next steps Stroud Area Regional Police and State Police will investigate The Monroe County Coroner has identified the victims as Jennifer Lugo The Stroudsburg Little Bethel Historical Association (SLBHA) is excited to officially open its doors to the public on Saturday inviting visitors to explore its rich history Parham said the Stroudsburg Little Bethel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church holds a significant place in the community’s history the structure fell into disrepair during the 1970s the SLBHA has been diligently working for nearly two decades to restore the building to its former glory “We're very happy to be at the point where we are now because it’s been a long road to where we are presently In addition to the restoration efforts, the SLBHA is excited to introduce a new lending library as part of its commitment to education and cultural enrichment. She said the library will feature a diverse collection of fiction and non-fiction books written by or about African Americans and the idea came about after receiving a huge donation “We got a donation of over 200 books and most of them were written by Black authors or about the Black experience so it seemed like a great fit for who we are and what were about.” More: Part of North 3rd Street in Stroudsburg is being co-named Little Bethel Way. Here's why Parham said the grand opening marks a major milestone in the organization's mission to preserve and celebrate local African American history “Little Bethel was a historically important part of the community here and [we want to] reinvigorate it as a space for the community,” Parham said All are welcome to stop by and enjoy refreshments and learn more about this historical landmark For more information and to access the electronic book catalogue via the association’s website, visit www.stroudsburglittlebethel.org STROUDSBURG — It's sometimes hard to imagine a dominating athlete being nervous before a performance but even the best of all-time have to find ways to manage nerves before stepping into the spotlight Anna Kirby is still working to get to that level but the Stroudsburg High School senior has left her mark in the water owning several school records in the freestyle And she's done it while managing nerves of her own "I always have nerves before a race," Kirby said but I know that I'm gonna have a good time in the end." being nervous is seemingly part of the process before the race begins but there's a moment where the nerves aren't an issue anymore "Whenever I get up on the block and they say 'Take your mark,' everything just goes blank Kirby added that she can't hear much of the crowd noise or the words from her teammates to go faster it's more of a hyper-focused determination to win the race It wasn't always like that for the record-breaking swimmer and then it would affect her on the block," Conklyn said "But she's learned to internalize and use those nerves to help get her excited using them for a positive rather than a negative." For Mom: Pleasant Valley, Methacton honor Toni Bush's late mother in Bears win Kirby took a break from swimming a few years ago as her interests were in another sport: field hockey But after some time off from swimming in her middle school years she found her passion for the pool once again I really enjoy swimming and I want to pursue swimming.' So she stopped all her other sports and became a year-round swimmer again "The amount of progress that she's made has been tremendous she broke the 100-yard freestyle and 100-yard backstroke records Kirby immediately followed that up with a record-breaking performance in districts recording a 50-yard freestyle time of 24.18 seconds good enough for Stroudsburg's first female district champion since 2005 breaking her 100 free record again to finish third breaking both the 50 and 100 freestyle multiple times en route to winning the 2025 district title in both events the first Stroudsburg swimmer to win multiple golds in the same year "I just wanted to leave my mark on Stroudsburg Get a time that no one's seen before," Kirby said about her motivation to reach the next level Her mindset served as an affirmation as Kirby did exactly that - when she broke the 100-yard backstroke record (again) in early January she became the first Mountie girl to complete it in under a minute with a time of 59.64 but the historic mark didn't even last 30 days as Kirby bested her time when she completed the 100-yard backstroke in 58.83 seconds the future Division I swimmer also broke the record for the 100-yard butterfly that same day Kirby is wrapping up her senior year and preparing for her next stop: Marist "Stroudsburg has had our fair share of DI swimmers over the years but swimming as a whole has gotten tremendously faster over the past couple of years." For someone who used to be nervous before races Now people will see her name all over Stroudsburg's record board for years to come An East Stroudsburg man is accused of trying to sneak a live animal past the Transportation Security Administration in New Jersey According to a TSA press release an East Stroudsburg man who was not identified by name tried to sneak a live turtle past security at Newark Liberty International Airport on Friday The man was given a pat-down after he tripped an alarm and it was determined that he was concealing something in his groin area The man pulled the turtle out of his pants when asked if there was something hidden in them He told officials that the turtle was a red-ear slider turtle and officials estimated the turtle to be 5 inches long they confiscated the turtle and indicated they would contact the U.S Fish and Wildlife Service as well as local animal control officials the TSA's New Jersey federal security director commended officers for conducting the pat-down in a “very professional manner.” “We have seen travelers try to conceal knives and other weapons on their person however I believe this is the first time we have come across someone who was concealing a live animal down the front of his pants,” Carter said in the press release the turtle was not harmed by the man’s actions.” Thanks for visiting Thanks for visiting