Republican Rob Bresnahan Jr. and Democrat Paige Cognetti head into the May 19, 2026 primary unopposed in Pennsylvania's 8th Congressional District as Cook Political Report moves the general election to Toss Up. Full breakdown of the Pocono-area race.
The Whistleblower Running Troop R: How PSP Punished Two Officers for Reporting Theft — Then Sent One to Police Wayne County
Lt. Derek Felsman now runs Troop R patrol across Wayne, Pike, Susquehanna, and Lackawanna counties after a federal lawsuit alleges PSP punished him for reporting felony-level theft by fellow troopers. Part 3 of the Pocono Review's Honesdale barracks investigation.
PA House Abortion Amendment Passes 102-101
Pennsylvania House passes abortion rights constitutional amendment by single vote. Sen. Rosemary Brown (Wayne, Monroe counties) and GOP Senate hold amendment's fate. Rep. Probst co-sponsors.
Trump’s Marijuana Reclassification: What It Means for Pocono Residents
Trump's executive order moves marijuana to Schedule III. Here's what changes for Monroe County veterans, medical marijuana patients, local dispensaries, and Medicare recipients in the Poconos.
Tannersville Church Sale Raises Questions Over Developer Ties
Tannersville church sale raises conflict-of-interest questions as ties emerge between listing agent's family and ex-commissioner's construction firm.
The Real Reason Trump Is Coming to the Poconos
MONROE COUNTY – The White House says Tuesday’s event is about the economy. That’s not wrong, exactly. But it’s not the whole story either. When Donald Trump walks into Mount Airy Casino Resort on Tuesday evening, he’ll be standing in a county he won by 669 votes—the first Republican to carry Monroe since George W....
Trump To Speak At Mount Airy Casino Tuesday
resident Trump speaks at Mount Airy Casino Resort in Paradise Township, Monroe County Tuesday December 9 at 6 PM. Limited capacity—register through PA Republican Party. Heavy traffic expected on Route 611 and I-380 near Mount Pocono.
15 Days Until Epstein Files Drop: The NEPA Politicians Who Made It Happen
December 19 deadline looms for DOJ Epstein files release. Rep. Rob Bresnahan (PA-8) and Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (PA-7) voted yes. New island photos released this week.
Stroudsburg High School DEI Club Renamed to SSI Amid Federal Controversy; Name Later Restored
Stroudsburg High School's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion club was temporarily renamed Student Support Initiative in September 2025 amid Trump administration pressure on schools. The original name has since returned.
Be Careful What You Wish For: England’s Jury Trial Rollback Is a Warning for All of Us
England eliminates jury trials for cases under 3 years just months after arresting 2,400 pro-Palestinian protesters. What happens when we cheer for shortcuts against defendants we despise? A cautionary take for Monroe County.








