The Pike County Dispatch

07/09/2026

🎄✨ Calling All Pike County Businesses! ✨🎄
The Pike County Chamber of Commerce is here to help you advertise for Christmas in July!!!

It’s time to mix a little sunshine with some holiday cheer ☀️🎅

Christmas in July is happening July 18th (9 AM – 4 PM) and we’re inviting YOU to be part of this fun, county-wide event!

💡 This is your chance to:
• Showcase your business
• Run a special or promotion
• Get extra exposure with Chamber advertising
• Be part of something festive & community-wide

From holiday-inspired treats to summer sales with a twist—make it your own and stand out!

🎁 Let’s create a day full of shopping, fun, and creativity across Pike County.

📣 Ready to join? Let us Know what you will be providing!
📞 570-296-8700
📧 [email protected]

Because who doesn’t love a little Christmas… in flip flops? 🎅🩴🎄

05/18/2026

04/03/2026

Easter In Lehman
LEHMAN — The Easter Bunny takes a break leaning on the Lehman Pike EMS vehicle during the Lehman Township annual Easter Egg Hunt on a sunny Saturday, March 27 at the township municipal ballfields. The popular event drew 30 families this year, with eager youngsters tracking down the prized eggs and candy.

03/27/2026

1776 History of Transportation
SHOHOLA — The first meeting of the 2026 season of the Shohola Railroad and Historical Society (SRHS) will be on Wednesday, April 1, at 7 p.m. at the Shohola Municipal Building, 159 Twin Lakes Road. The guest speaker will be Tony Perito, who has been a guest speaker in the past. His topic will be "Transportation in 1776, a Semiquntesesteniel Lookback." Tony is a history enthusiast interested in early 19th century transportation. He is a Universal Banker at The Dime Bank. Following the presentation, attendees can enjoy a snack and browse the SRHS Museum Room (Formerly the primary school room) at the Township building and find out more about Shohola History.

02/26/2026

Volunteer Orientation & Safety Training
Do you find joy in the outdoors, have a soft spot for animals (especially horses!), and feel a sense of purpose in helping others? If so, GAIT Equine Assisted Services offers a truly rewarding volunteer experience just for you. GAIT is looking for volunteers to assist with our Therapeutic Riding classes. Classes are held on Saturday mornings and weekday evenings (usually Wednesdays and Thursdays) starting in the spring. No prior horse experience is necessary. GAIT’s friendly and knowledgeable team will provide all the training you need to feel comfortable and confident. GAIT will be hosting a Volunteer Orientation & Safety Training on Saturday, February 28 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Please note that the minimum age for volunteers is 12 years old; anyone over the age of 18 must obtain background checks as per PA law (must be renewed every 5 years). Returning volunteers are also required to update forms and attend one safety training each year. Dates and times may be subject to change. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at [email protected] or 570-409-1140 to confirm. To download the Volunteer Application forms, links to obtain these background checks, and more information about volunteering, please visit GAIT’s website at www.gaittrc.org/volunteer.

02/24/2026

Milford Borough Garbage Pickup Rescheduling
The Milford Borough Council has issued the following announcement:
Due to the snow, garbage pickup will be on Friday, February 27 this week. Please have your garbage cans out by 7 a.m. on Friday morning. Regular Thursday pickup will resume next week.

02/17/2026

Free Community Lunch
MILFORD — You’re invited to a free community lunch at Good Shepherd Parish Hall (corner of W. Catharine & 5th Streets, Milford) on Thursday, February 19, and every third Thursday of the month, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Everyone is welcome — no registration needed and no cost to attend. Come enjoy a delicious meal, connect with neighbors, and share friendly conversations. Bring a friend or come solo and meet someone new.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with coffee and tea and lunch will be served at 12 p.m.
This monthly gathering is hosted by the Ecumenical Food Pantry of Pike County and Good Shepherd Episcopal Church as part of their commitment to their community outreach program. To learn more about volunteering, donating, or accessing food assistance, please visit ecumenicalfoodpantry.org.

01/27/2026

The Milford Borough Council has issued the following statement:
Sidewalks, including ADA ramps and the gutter in front of the ADA ramps are the responsibility of the adjacent property owner. These areas must be free of snow.

01/27/2026

The Milford Borough Council has issued the following statement:
Due to the snowstorm, garbage pickup will be Friday, January 30. Please have your garbage cans and recycling (if you recycle) out by 7 a.m. on Friday morning. Garbage pickup will resume on Thursdays the following week.