Drive-thru toy distribution at East Stroudsburg Salvation Army
Hundreds of families will have toys to put under their trees this year, thanks to a toy distribution at the East Stroudsburg Salvation Army. Author: Carmella Mataloni Updated: 5:49 PM EST December 22, 2020
EAST STROUDSBURG, Pa. One by one, vehicles pulled up to the Salvation Army in East Stroudsburg on Tuesday, and volunteers loaded up trunks with pre-packaged gifts for families in need in Monroe County. I think it s a wonderful program. We ve been doing it for a couple of years, and it s a big blessing, said Denise Davis, Stroudsburg.
Normally, the toy distribution takes place inside the gymnasium at the Salvation Army, and people pick what they want for their children.
Warming shelter prepares for winter storm during pandemic
Shelter managers are doing all they can to reduce the possible spread of COVID-19 among people who are looking for a place to stay during the snowstorm. Author: Carmella Mataloni Updated: 5:29 PM EST December 16, 2020
MONROE COUNTY, Pa. The year 2020 is about to throw another curveball.
A massive snowstorm that could dump up to two feet of snow throughout northeastern and central Pennsylvania.
Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church s cold weather shelter opened early due to the anticipated winter storm. There s such a need, and there s such a need in this area. They are God s beloved people, and they have a safe place to lay their heads here, said Teresa Mankin, Stroudsburg Wesleyan Church.