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05/31/2026

The lights are off, the cabinets are gone, and an era on Main Street has come to an end for Mayhem Amusements. But the story of Stroudsburg’s gaming community is far from over:

If you’re looking for the clack of flippers and the glow of CRT monitors, the Mayhem Amusements Arcade is gone overnight, leaving a hole in the heart of Stroudsburg. But while the machines are gone, the community remains.

05/30/2026

The Highlands Registry just got a major upgrade! 🏔️
You can now explore a full week of Daily Specials with our new
day-of-the-week selector, interact with the Community Feed in real-time, and vote on neighbor reviews to highlight the best
local intel. Plus, check out our newly added merchant menus and curated guides—now featuring auto-generated spot
collages for the ultimate mountain aesthetic. Dive into the live pulse at Poconos.best!

05/28/2026

We’ve been busy working on new features for the site to share with you!

Hotels and stays, landmarks and nature trails now have their own special pages.

We’ve added council meetings and notes. (Tracking grants, meetings, and history)

Digital menus, and auto generated TV menus.

Events and local musician coverage.

And so much more!

05/13/2026

Did you know that when you use or write for Poconos.Best, You can share your profile page as a portfolio?

All likes, guides and stories! Make the Poconos yours today and get a link to share your favorites in a flash. (Oh we also added Jobs! Now business owners can seamlessly hire, and applicants can find them!)

The definitive, community-led guide to the Pocono Mountains.

05/11/2026

By Memorial Day, the silence will be shattered. The I-80 corridor will transform into a slow-moving river of brake lights and out-of-state plates. Get the rundown on May 11th:

There is a specific, heavy silence that hits the Delaware Water Gap on a Monday morning in mid-May. Today, May 11, is that morning. The air is crisp, the Brodhe

05/10/2026

From the rolling hills of the Berenstain Bears to the high-tech animal gear of the Wild Kratts, we’ve curated the perfect watch list to turn your couch potatoes into local explorers.

If a two-hour movie feels like too much of a commitment for a Saturday morning, the right TV show can be a perfect "micro-dose" of nature. While movies provide

05/08/2026

Did you know? 🧐 We offer FREE business spots for everyone in the Poconos!

We know you’re busy running your business, so we made Poconos.best quick and easy. You can upload your photos, update your hours, or add a menu in just a few clicks. We’ve even added events and specials support.

The best part? Our "Smart Search" knows what’s on your menu. If a local is looking for a specific dish or service, we make sure they find you first.

Claim or create yours today!

Elevated pub-style favorites and gourmet comfort food. Originally a popular food truck, Square Fare now operates a permanent kitchen inside Downriver Brewing Co

05/08/2026

The borough has officially sanctioned a weekend of open trade, removing the typical bureaucratic friction. From Saturday, May 23, through Monday, May 25, residents are permitted to host yard sales, free. We have all the details here.

Memorial Day weekend in the Poconos often serves as a barometer for the regional economy. While out-of-town traffic focuses on the major thoroughfares, the loca

05/06/2026

Good people, extraordinary crystals, and a roaring smile the second you hit the floor.

We’re proud to welcome Earthly Treasures onto our directory!

Welcome to Earthly Treasures , a curated metaphysical haven designed for the modern seeker. We bridge the gap between the earthly and the divine with an expansi