Bartonsville News

The much-bemoaned traffic light snafu on Route 611 in Bartonsville showed little sign of resolution heading into the travel-heavy Memorial Day weekend.

The company said Friday it has opened the doors to its new Beer Garden and Eatery, which offers both eat-in and take selections of food as well as up to two beers at a table and up to two six-packs to go.

As we head from spring into summer, there are three basic safety strategies that should be the foundation of your plan for healthy outdoor living: Protect yourself from the sun, stay hydrated and remain visible.

"So many people need to get their dogs out, and train their dogs to be good and get exercise," said Laurie Bowen, a professional dog trainer with PetSmart in Bartonsville.

A student activity fee is one step closer to becoming a reality in the East Stroudsburg Area School District.

Steve Jurasits, manager at Advance Collision on Route 611 in Bartonsville, believes a man caught on surveillance video Friday night was the one who broke into a soda machine on the premises.

It's not a matter of if there will be another traffic tie-up on Route 611 in Bartonsville, but when.

An East Stroudsburg man is charged with vehicular homicide while driving under the influence in an October fatal crash on Interstate 80 in Stroud Township.

Rodney Hightman, 47, of East Stroudsburg surrendered to police Friday. He was charged with homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence and related charges.