Fall-Filled Glass
For some people, fall means the changing of the leaves and the crisp air that goes along with it. However, one resort in the Poconos prefers enjoying fall in a pint glass. It’s that time of year where...
View ArticlePocono Cupcake Challenge
Some of the best bakers in the business in our area will soon cook up some confectionery delights in Monroe County. It all ties into the “Pocono Cupcake Challenge” to benefit the United Way of Monroe...
View ArticlePocono Cupcake Challenge: Beer Pairing
The first ever Pocono Cupcake Challenge is cooking up quite the competition in Monroe County Watch this clip to learn about some of the activities on tap including cupcake beer pairing for adults.
View ArticlePocono Cupcake Challenge
Some of the best bakers in the business in our area will soon cook up some confectionery delights in Monroe County. It all ties into the “Pocono Cupcake Challenge” to benefit the United Way of Monroe...
View ArticleLeckey Time 27 – Cupcakes Are Heaven!
Ryan has cooked up a sweet story in this edition of “Leckey Time.” It’s a mix of cupcakes and competition.
View ArticleResorts Host Locals for Holidays
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — We are coming up on the last weekend before Christmas and whether you hit the grocery stores or the malls places will be busy. The Pocono resorts are also busy getting ready to...
View ArticleRaising Money In Son’s Memory To Help Others
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — A mother who lost her son to cancer 17 years ago is hosting a fundraiser this weekend. The proceeds go toward helping other families who have a child with cancer. Nelly Grampp is...
View ArticlePreparing For Wet Fun On The Holiday Weekend
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — Memorial Day may be a week away, but some tourist businesses in the Poconos are wasting no time getting ready for the holiday rush. At one canoe shop, preparations include...
View ArticleMemories Of School Days With A Princess
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — As the world watched William and Kate welcome their new bundle of joy, one woman in the Poconos couldn’t be happier for her former boarding school classmate. The woman from Monroe...
View ArticleThanksgiving Meal To Feed Hundreds
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — Many kitchens in our area are buzzing with activity as people are starting to prep for Thanksgiving. That includes resorts in the Poconos. The kitchen at one resort is getting...
View ArticleSnowy Weather Brings Shoppers to Resort Areas
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — A shiver of delight, as tubers slid down the hill at Shawnee Mountain. James Koonce and his mom, Lisa, were visiting from New Jersey, where the nine year old said they rarely get...
View ArticlePaddleboarding Hits Poconos
Looking to spice up your summertime fun? Newswatch 16’s Ryan Leckey shows you where you can try the sport in our area. Click here for more details!
View ArticleHistory Behind Paddleboarding
An old Hawaiian tradition is catching new waves! Newswatch 16’s Ryan Leckey talks to some paddleboard pros about the origins of the water sport. Click here for more info!
View ArticleHigh Gas Prices Hit Holiday Travelers
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — For those hitting the road this holiday weekend, there’s some extra pain at the pump. Many vacationers in the Poconos aren’t letting the high gas prices change their Fourth of...
View ArticlePocono Cupcake Challenge Needs To Whip Up More Bakers
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — A popular cupcake competition in the Poconos is getting ready for their annual challenge, but organizers say they’re short on bakers. It’s a pretty sweet and rather delicious...
View ArticleHundreds of Athletes Set to Give Poconos a ‘Tri’
MONROE COUNTY — Hundreds of athletes are hitting the Poconos this weekend to give it their best ‘Tri.’ The Revolution 3 Triathlon kicks off early Sunday morning. The tents are almost all set,...
View ArticlePower to Save: Resort Guests Giving Back to the Poconos
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — An extra $2 per stay will give guests at Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort in Monroe County the Power to Save. The money will be used to help save the environment in the upper Delaware...
View ArticleFore! Golf Season Opens at Shawnee Inn
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — The clubs are loaded up in the golf carts and folks are finally able to hit the greens at the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort along the Delaware River. Robin Wolfe of Middle...
View ArticleDelaware River Running High and Fast
MARSHALLS CREEK — The Delaware River has been running about two feet higher than usual for this time of year and officials say those swift river currents led to two river rescues on Tuesday near the...
View Article‘Glamping’ in the Great Outdoors
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP — It’s the great outdoors with all of the comforts of home, and then some! The Shawnee Inn now is inviting their guests to come ‘glamping.’ “It is basically a hotel room in a tent....
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