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58th Annual Antique Show & Sale
You are invited to attend the 58th Annual Antique Show & Sale at the Mountainhome United Methodist Church...
...at the junction of Routes 191 and 390 "In the Heart of the Poconos"
Friday and Saturday
July 22 and 23, 2016
We have long awaited the summer sunshine to enjoy the outdoors. Over 20 antique dealers providing a wide array of antiques, collectibles, unique / interesting garden decor, plus much much more...
Monroe commissioners approve countywide tax reassessment
By David Pierce
Pocono Record Writer
Posted Jun. 2, 2016 at 11:06 AM
The Monroe County commissioners vote 3-0 Wednesday — despite strong opposition voiced during a 90-minute public hearing — to authorize a countywide reassessment of all properties, aimed at achieving more equitable property values for tax purposes.
Why are we spraying for caterpillars?
Edit 3/17/17: It seems the new PA Contact for spraying this year is Triple F Flying. Source WNEP.
To the Editor:
Please do not hire the outfit from Georgia to fly over your house and spread poison throughout our environment. The following article was posted to Facebook by the Audobon Society of Rhode Island in response to a person asking why they found these dead songbirds after having their trees sprayed. This outfit from Georgia, "Bruces Flying Service" has a "PA Contact" listed in their ad of 570-595-2303.
- Anonymous
So, I was checking my voicemail this morning and there was one from a caller who said that she had her trees sprayed for caterpillars – trees occupied by three bird feeders - and now, she is upset that there are no birds at all for her to watch. She wonders if the spray could possibly have something to do with it. (Yes, spraying pesticides on your trees will have an effect on the songbirds.) It is not uncommon for us to get inquiries such as these, and it is with great frustration and sadness that we often are faced with educating people after the damage has been done.
Commuity Garden, what is it?
There is much discussion everywhere about our food supply. Where is it coming from? is it safe for us? how nutritious is it? and so on. Would you like the opportunity to grow your own vegetables on a plot of land that has been plowed for you, and leveled for planting by dedicated volunteers? The Community garden offers you a small plot of land that is yours for the summer, free of charge, to plant and maintain. We are a pesticide free garden so you can be assured that your vegetables will be safe and good for you. You can connect with nature and enjoy the miracle of seeing your plants respond to your care by giving you their gifts of fresh, healthful vegetables.
Monroe County Farmers Market opens Sat. for season, adds vendors
By Sharon Rothman
Originally posted on the Pocono Record
Posted May. 5, 2016 at 8:44 PM
Farm-to-table foodies can indulge in a wide variety of offerings when the Monroe Farmers Market begins its summer season 8 a.m. to noon this Saturday at Courthouse Square.
A staple of the downtown Stroudsburg scene for more than 37 years, the market will continue to be open every Saturday morning, rain or shine, throughout the growing season until mid October.
Canadensis Moravian Church HUGE Rummage Sale!
We're Busting At The Seams & Doing Some Spring Cleanin'
Friday June 17th and Saturday June 18th 2016
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Indoor & outdoor weather permitting.
Something for everyone. Christmas items, all seasons gently used clothing for the whole family, housewares, games, toys, puzzles, cd's, video movies, framed art, tons of books, old working t.v.'s..Great prices, Lots to choose from.
Free Compost Classes - Sign up TODAY!
Learn how to turn your garbage into rich soil that many gardeners call "Black Gold". Classes are free of charge. Every attendee is entered into a drawing for a chance to win a composter.
WHEN: June 13th 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Sept. 12th 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Oct. 10th 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
WHERE: Monroe County Waste Authority 183 Commerical Blvd Blakeslee, Pa 18610
Class sizes are limited to 20 people. Contact Cindy Parks to pre-register: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. (570) 643-6100
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Historic Pocono hotel to be sold at auction (updated)
Update March 2016:
BARRETT TOWNSHIP -- The old Buck Hill Inn in Monroe County will once again be up for an online auction.
The online sale for the Buck Hill Inn near Mount Pocono is scheduled to begin on March 8. The starting bid is $350,000.
The inn sold for $750,000 in October, but the buyer failed to follow through with the contract, according to realtors.
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To the Editor: Questions about losing our police department.
Well, that didn’t take long. Only a few months after getting rid of the Barrett Township Police Department, the ESSA Bank on Route 390 in Mountainhome was robbed.
This article may be “too little, too late,” but we can still ask questions about the way our Township Supervisors are conducting business.
1. Why did we go with Regional over State?
Looking only at the distance between Barrett Township and the corresponding police headquarters:
- State Police Barracks in Swiftwater: 11.1 miles (19 minutes according to Google)
- Mount Pocono Regional Police: 14.9 miles (26 minutes according to Google)
To the Editor: West Stadium Athletic Field improvement
November 7, 2015
Ladies and Gentlemen,
I understand the PMSD board will be further discussing and evaluating the addition of major changes to the West High School field this evening. I am very concerned that the ongoing decrease in student population may eventually lead to a closing of the West HS so the potential expenditure may be of little value long term. It seems logical to use the funds that are liberated in the selling of closed schools for other capital needs that will then allow excess tax collections to be used to reduce debt and lower taxes.
As you know all four of the districts in Monroe County (MC) are experiencing declining school enrollments and one has to ask why? I have little doubt that high school taxes while not necessarily the root cause have exacerbated the population decline.
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Fall Fun Show
Saturday, October 3
Hosted by Pleasant Ridge Farm
122 Barn Swallow Road
Cresco, PA 18326
570-856-4977
$1 per entry goes to benefit CAME Food Pantry
Costume contest, flat and jumping classes, games and more. Non perishable donations will also be accepted the day of the show. For complete information and class/prize list visit www.PleasantRidgeFarmLLC.com
Pocono Mountain School Board (PMSB) Action on Athletic Field Improvement
The monthly PMSB meeting held on August 19th included discussion of the preliminary feasibility study regarding the improvement of athletic fields for both Pocono Mountain East and West High Schools. When Board members were asked for their response to the feasibility study, all except one Board member said they would vote for the improvement. Only Jackie Leonard declined to support the proposal, saying she felt it more financial responsible to maintain the money in the capital fund for future capital needs. We appreciate Jackie Leonard’s continued strength in consistently supporting fiscal restraint at PMSD. Meg Dilger was disappointed she could not attend for personal reasons.
Advantages of doing business in Monroe County
MegaPhase Founder and President, Bill Pote, talks:
AQUA Water System - 2015 Water Quality Report
Mountainhome, PWSID# PA2450039
Our drinking water contains chlorine, arsenic, copper, and lead. (On the bright side, at least it doesn’t contain fluoride!)
Are you drinking FILTERED water?
Below are some suggestions for filtering the water in your home.
- Install a sediment filter on your incoming water line. This will help protect your appliances (dishwasher, washing machine, etc) from any particles that come into your plumbing:
https://www.amazon.com/Culligan-HF-360A-Sediment-Cartridge-Included/dp/B000BQUPZ8/ - Get a drinking water filter like this for your kitchen:
http://www.bigberkeywaterfilters.com/
These filters are MUCH nicer than a standard “Brita” filter, which pass water through charcoal. These Berkey filters are essentially filtering water through a stone. The filters are able to filter red food coloring out of water. They also remove chlorine and other soft metals. The photo attached to this article shows a “3 years later” shot of our Berkey filter element. Note that we have been putting approximately 1 gallon of “AQUA Public Water” through this filter every day.
We encourage everyone to drink clean water and eat quality food.
Even if you have well water, adding the above filters to your home’s water system couldn’t hurt.
If you want to have you water checked, here is the information for a PA-state-accredited water testing lab:
Prosser Labs
(570) 629-2981
http://www.prosserlabs.com/Bacteria-Testing-Contact-Effort-PA.html
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