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Workforce Development, Infrastructure, and Housing Funding Opportunities

(Apr 13, 2023)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

As fewer teachers come out of Pa. colleges, lawmakers explore ways to reverse trend

(Apr 12, 2023)

Rep. Tarah Probst, D-Monroe, said inequitable state funding that school districts receive “wrecked us,” not the teachers union. Read more

 

Women talk education, politics, mental health at East Stroudsburg South panels

(Apr 07, 2023)

Michael Healey’s multicultural perspectives students welcomed, among others, state Rep. Maureen Madden and state Rep. Tarah Probst. Read more

 

Two Pocono counties voted to become 'Second Amendment Sanctuaries'. Here's what that means

(Apr 03, 2023)

Rep. Tarah Probst - a gun owner herself - said she had never heard of any initiative to push for Second Amendment Sanctuary status during her time as Mayor of Stroudsburg, and described such endeavors as "propaganda" to instill fear in gun owners by a "hardcore right side." Read more

 

PennDOT's local accountability questioned

(Apr 03, 2023)

“Every municipality has the same issue, and it’s PennDOT response,” said Rep. Tarah Probst, D-Stroudsburg. “They don’t respond back.” Read more

 

Probst Questions Funding of Cyber Charter Schools

(Mar 22, 2023)

At a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing on charter school reimbursements, Pa. state Rep. Tarah Probst highlights how the largely unregulated funding of cyber charter schools is draining resources from school districts like the Stroudsburg Area School District and negatively affecting taxpayers. Read more

 

Reform for charter reimbursement necessary in PA, testifiers say

(Mar 22, 2023)

“I’m disgusted by a lack of reform for charter and cyber schools,” Rep. Tarah Probst said. “Tax hikes will continue to devastate homeowners and local businesses, not only in my district but also in many districts across the state, until we address the fact reimbursement for charter and cyber schools does not reflect actual costs. It should be the same rules across the board for all schools.” Read more

 

Madden, Probst celebrate $2.4 million in funding for local road and stormwater improvement projects

(Mar 16, 2023)

The projects touted by Madden, who serves the 115th Legislative District in Monroe County, and Probst, who serves the 189th Legislative District in Monroe and Pike counties, include road and stormwater infrastructure improvements and local park upgrades. Read more

 

Madden, Probst commend $70,000 for school kitchen equipment for East Stroudsburg, Pocono Mountain schools

(Feb 23, 2023)

“This is wonderful news for the students at these schools and the dedicated people who work in the cafeterias to supply children and teachers with healthier meals,” Probst said. Read more

 

Madden, Probst announce Safe Schools grants awarded to East Stroudsburg, Pocono Mountain school districts

(Feb 21, 2023)

“Anything we as state legislators and state officials can do to help solidify the safety and security of children, teachers and staff, it’s paramount we do that," said Probst. Read more

 

Tarah Probst at Pike County Commissioners

(Feb 13, 2023)

Rep. Probst visits Pike County Commissioners. Read more

 

Conservation, Substance Abuse Education, and Act 13 Funding Opportunities

(Feb 01, 2023)

Here are some of the latest state programs now open for applications. Read more

 

Crowd in Stroudsburg calls for change after death of Tyre Nichols

(Jan 31, 2023)

State Reps. Maureen Madden (D-115) and Tarah Probst (D-189) both appeared at the vigil, urging the attendees to reach out to their elected officials to express their concerns about police brutality. Read more

 

Probst, MyCIL to offer monthly disability outreach program

(Jan 26, 2023)

Starting Feb. 1 and continuing the 1st Wednesday of every month at Probst’s Stroudsburg office, a representative from MyCIL will be available to help people with disabilities. Read more

 

Probst opens Pike County satellite offices in Delaware, Lehman townships

(Jan 23, 2023)

“It’s my hope that the new Pike County satellite locations opening in Delaware and Lehman townships will make accessing services more convenient for people throughout the district, especially those who live quite a distance from my main office in Stroudsburg." Read more

 

Delaware Forest District Office project begins

(Jan 11, 2023)

The Delaware Forest District’s Resource Management Center (RMC) and Storage Building project has officially started. Read more

 

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download!

(Jan 11, 2023)

Each month contains a scene from our Pennsylvania Capitol, proclaimed as one of the most beautiful Capitol buildings in the nation. Read more

 

Probst lauds $52,725 for Delaware Water Gap

(Jan 04, 2023)

It’s important that we keep our roadways safe for vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians, and we are fortunate that these limited funds were provided to Delaware Water Gap based on criteria such as safety benefits and effectiveness, cost and local impact. Read more

 

Probst begins first term in PA House of Representatives

(Jan 03, 2023)

“I am overjoyed by the trust that my neighbors have given to me to serve on their behalf in Harrisburg. I am excited to get to work and I look forward to making real change for the betterment of our area." Read more

 

Probst lauds $1.18 million for Stroud Area Regional PD

(Dec 20, 2022)

"As a member of the Stroud Area Regional Police Department Commission for the past seven years during my time as mayor of Stroudsburg, I can attest to the dedication and important work that each of the officers performs to keep people safe on the streets and in their homes.” Read more

 

Workforce Development, Infrastructure, and Housing Funding Opportunities
Apr 13, 2023

As fewer teachers come out of Pa. colleges, lawmakers explore ways to reverse trend
Apr 12, 2023

Women talk education, politics, mental health at East Stroudsburg South panels
Apr 07, 2023

Two Pocono counties voted to become 'Second Amendment Sanctuaries'. Here's what that means
Apr 03, 2023

PennDOT's local accountability questioned
Apr 03, 2023

Probst Questions Funding of Cyber Charter Schools
Mar 22, 2023

Reform for charter reimbursement necessary in PA, testifiers say
Mar 22, 2023

Madden, Probst celebrate $2.4 million in funding for local road and stormwater improvement projects
Mar 16, 2023

Madden, Probst commend $70,000 for school kitchen equipment for East Stroudsburg, Pocono Mountain schools
Feb 23, 2023

Madden, Probst announce Safe Schools grants awarded to East Stroudsburg, Pocono Mountain school districts
Feb 21, 2023

Tarah Probst at Pike County Commissioners
Feb 13, 2023

Conservation, Substance Abuse Education, and Act 13 Funding Opportunities
Feb 01, 2023

Crowd in Stroudsburg calls for change after death of Tyre Nichols
Jan 31, 2023

Probst, MyCIL to offer monthly disability outreach program
Jan 26, 2023

Probst opens Pike County satellite offices in Delaware, Lehman townships
Jan 23, 2023

Delaware Forest District Office project begins
Jan 11, 2023

The 2023 Capitol Scenes calendar is available for download!
Jan 11, 2023

Probst lauds $52,725 for Delaware Water Gap
Jan 04, 2023

Probst begins first term in PA House of Representatives
Jan 03, 2023

Probst lauds $1.18 million for Stroud Area Regional PD
Dec 20, 2022