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Monroe County - The Monroe County District Attorney’s Office/Criminal Investigation Division is conducting an ongoing criminal investigation into the business practices of Michael BAXTER & Associates Commercial Real Estate and Property Management, formerly located in Stroudsburg, PA.

LEGAL NOTICE INVITATION FOR BIDS – SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Barrett Township will accept sealed bids for the purchase of a parcel of real estate located at 993 Route 390, in Barrett Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, further identified as Monroe County Parcel ID No 01.14.1.35 and Map No. 01-6387-01-25-0954 (“Property”). The Property is approximately 0.85 acre in size and is improved with a building containing approximately 4,648 SF of GBA along with a paved parking area for approximately 20 vehicles. The building formerly served as the Township's main offices. The Property is located in the Mixed Use – Village (MU-V) Zoning District. The minimum bid amount is $400,000. Each bid or proposal must be accompanied by earnest money in the form of a certified bank or cashier's check payable to Barrett Township in an amount of not less than 10% of the amount of the bid. Bidders who fail to include earnest money with their proposal package will immediately have their proposals rejected and will receive no further consideration. Earnest money will be promptly returned to all unsuccessful bidders. Sealed bids must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. on October 24, 2023 at the Barrett Administrative & Recreation Complex (BARC), 1200 Route 390, Cresco, Pennsylvania 18326. The Barrett Township Board of Supervisors will publicly open the bids at a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m. on October 25, 2023 at the BARC. The award of a contract will be made only by public announcement at a regular or special meeting of the Board of Supervisors. Information packets containing the General Terms of Sale can be obtained by contacting Pam Gardsy, Barrett Township Executive Secretary, at (570) 595-2602, Extension 3, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Property is being sold “AS IS” and under and subject to all of the General Terms of Sale and the zoning in effect at the time of sale. All bidders shall carefully review these terms. The successful bidder will be required to pay in full the purchase price for the Property within 60 days of acceptance of the bid. Bids may not be contingent on financing or inspections. The successful bidder shall be required to pay all costs of transfer of the Property, except for the cost of the preparation of the deed. These costs may include but are not limited to, title search, title insurance, title certification, survey costs, recording fees, notary fees, tax certification costs and taxes. The Board of Supervisors reserves the right to reject all bids. Additionally, the Township reserves the right to waive any technical and legal deficiencies or irregularities of the bids and to accept any bid that it believes to be in the best interest of the Township. No bidder may withdraw a bid for a period of 45 days after the date set for opening thereof. By Order of the Barrett Township Board of Supervisors

Act 2 Final Report Public Notice Notice is hereby given that J.A. Reinhardt & Co., Inc. has submitted to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP), Northeast Regional Office, a Final Report regarding a site located at 3319 Spruce Cabin Road in Mountainhome, Barrett Township, Monroe County. The report documents the remediation measures conducted including localized excavation of impacted soils, and indicates that the soil and groundwater at the site have attained compliance with the statewide health standard established under the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act. This notice is made under the provision of the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act, the Act of May 19, 1995, P.L. #4, No. 2. Publication Dates L00000000

Skytop

Travelers come to Skytop for some of the best golf courses in the state and stay for the breathtaking views of the Pocono Mountains. Skytop presents a serene retreat from the busy day-to-day of life. Amongst lush woodlands and gorgeous lakes, this town is tucked away in Barrett Township, Monroe County.

The enchanting landscape and timeless architecture make it a popular destination for relaxation and recreation. The town is known for its historic Skytop Lodge, which has been standing for over 90 years. Guests can stay in the grand lodge or nearby deluxe cottages, and the resort features private trails that lead to unique sights such as Indian Ladder, Upper Ladder Falls, and Leavitt Falls.

Francis Duffy Obituary

Francis Gabriel Duffy, 85, of Cresco PA, passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 surrounded by his loving children. Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late George and Rose (Lenihan) Duffy. Francis was the beloved husband of the late Lorraine Marie (DiVecchia) Duffy. Francis worked as a computer numerical control programmer at Curtis Wright Flight Systems for years. He enjoyed being a liaison between the computer software and the machine shop workers. Francis graduated high school but was an autodidact who taught himself automobile mechanics, electrical and plumbing work, computer software programming, trigonometry, craps and most anything. At the height of his career he was recruited to teach as an Adjunct professor at Morris County Community College. In his retirement he found great joy in working as a reliable bus driver for the Pocono Mountain School District. He was loved by many that worked with him, the students and their families. Above all, Francis was a cherished family man and dedicated husband who enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was a loving man who often showed his love through acts of service.

Man arrested by police
Local Press Release
Monday, September 18, 2023

NEWARK, N.J. – Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Newark Liberty International Airport prevented a traveler from Monroe County, Pa., from bringing a loaded handgun onto his flight on Saturday, Sept. 16. The 9mm handgun was removed from the man’s backpack.

Paul E. "Pop" Nauman, 95, a lifetime resident of the Cresco area, died Monday afternoon, September 11, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospital - Monroe campus in Bartonsville. He was the husband of the late Gloria L. (Masker) Nauman with whom he shared 66 years of marriage at the time of her death on May 28, 2014.

Jeanne M. Manson, 75, of Canadensis passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 9, 2023. Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts to Phillip and Mary Sullivan Manson she received a bachelor's degree from Emanual College in Boston and a PhD degree from Ohio State. A noted Teratologist Jeanne started her research at University of Cincinnati, continued at Glaxo Smith Kline, Merck, and ended at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She was a former member of the board of the Friendly Community Center, taught several stem classes at Barrett Paradise Friendly Library, and enjoyed traveling and gardening.

On "National Be an Angel Day" we recognize our founding board member Karl Weiler for his many good deeds and kindness to our community. He is excited about the founding of the Community Foundation of Monroe County because it provides a very easy and effective way for the citizens of Monroe County to support those that are less fortunate. Thank you Karl!

SCRANTON, Pa. — Tickets for Steamtown National Historic Site’s upcoming schedule of autumn excursions are now available for purchase online. Selected days in September and October will see diesel-powered, full-day trips depart from the National Park to Gouldsboro, Carbondale, Tobyhanna, or Cresco.

Autumn excursion schedule includes these dates. Tickets can be purchased at recreation.gov:

• Sept. 23: Carbondale – Autumn Marketplace
• Oct. 7: Tobyhanna – Fall Foliage, Ice House Tour
• Oct. 15: Cresco – Leaf Peeper Excursion
• Oct. 28: Gouldsboro – Ghoulsboro Halloween

Deborah Ann (Birnbaum) Oliver, 68, of Canadensis passed away suddenly in her home on Monday, August 28, 2023. Born in Flemington, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Herman and Selma (Stefel) Birnbaum. Debbie was the wife of the late Michael Oliver.

Michael Glen Oliver, 69, of Canadensis passed away suddenly on Monday, August 28, 2023. Born outside Pensacola, Florida, he was the son of the late Dewey Glen and Katherine Louise (Price) Oliver. Michael was the husband of the late Deborah Oliver.

State and local officials to co-host

Sept. 1, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Press contact: Art Segraves, president, Paradise Falls Lutheran Association, 215-435-4140

Paradise Township— A public meeting will be held at the Paradise Falls Lutheran Association (PFLA) Social Hall, 146 Primrose Road, Paradise Twp., Tuesday, Sept. 5, from 6-8 p.m. to discuss traffic concerns along Route 191.

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF POLLING PLACE

To the Electors of Barrett 1

Effective August, 2023

Notice is hereby given by the County Board of Elections of Monroe County that the polling place in said District has been changed:

From: Barrett Township Municipal Bldg.,
993 Route 390- Cresco, PA

To: BARRETT ADMININSTRATIVE &
RECREATION COMPLEX -
1200 ROUTE 390, Cresco, PA

Monroe County Board of Elections

PUBLIC NOTICE CHANGE IN MEETING LOCATION Starting on September 13, 2023, all Barrett Township boards, commissions, committees, and other bodies will hold all of their meetings and work sessions at the new Barrett Administrative & Recreation Complex at 1200 Route 390, Cresco, PA 18326. Meetings will be held in Room 4 until further notice.

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BARRETT TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Officers are investigating two people’s deaths after the pair were found with gunshot wounds on the deck of their home.

According to the Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department, on Monday around 8:40 p.m., officers were called to the 160 block of Diane Lane in Barrett Township.

Sheriff s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE

By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 4868 CIVIL 2022 I, Ken Morris, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on:

Thursday, September 28, 2023 AT 10:00 A.M.

Former Chief Robert "Bob" James LaBar, 77, of Cresco, PA passed away Monday August 21, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born in East Stroudsburg, PA to Charles W. LaBar and Linnie (Bradford) LaBar. Along with his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Jane Boise. Bob was the loving husband of Mabel "May" (Harrison) LaBar, to whom he was married for 55 years, although he claims he received a year off for good behavior. Along with May, he is survived by his siblings, Charles L. LaBar and wife Marlene, and Ann Chopek; children Christopher R. Harrison and wife Susan, and Joshua LaBar; grandchildren Edward R. Harrison, and Rebecca M. Harrison and husband Carson Counterman; great-granddaughter Jessica Harrison; niece Arlene "Suzie" LaBar and great nephew Weston LaBar; and sisters-in-law Lorraine (Harrison) Smith and Josephine (Harrison) Fish.

Saturday September 30, 2023
1 to 6pm

Join us for our 2nd Annual Jazz & Cocktails FUNdraiser on September 30th , featuring live music by La Cucina Jazz Band, Cash Bar hosted by Frogtown Chophouse and delectable appetizers and desserts! See our website to purchase tickets by clicking the Events tab. www.thefriendlycommunitycenter.org