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Stroudsburg Borough

Address

700 Sarah Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
United States

Email
lkopp@stroudsburgboro.com
Tax Rate
10.67 mills

Stroudsburg Borough is the historic heart of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, and the only traditional downtown in the Pocono Mountains region. With its walkable streets, Victorian architecture, and vibrant arts scene, Stroudsburg blends small-town charm with urban energy.


🏙️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot

  • Serves as the county seat
  • Covers approximately 1.74 square miles (4.51 km²)
  • Sits at an elevation of around 509 feet (155 meters)
  • Population of roughly 5,927 (based on the 2020 Census)
  • ZIP Code: 18360
  • Served by the Stroudsburg Area School District

🏛️ Historical Significance

  • Founded: Laid out by Colonel Jacob Stroud in 1799; incorporated in 1815
  • Historic Sites: Includes the Stroud Mansion, Monroe County Courthouse, and Academy Hill Historic District—all listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Cultural Legacy: Once a key hub for trade and governance in northeastern Pennsylvania

🛍️ Downtown & Lifestyle

  • Main Street: Lined with boutique shops, cafés, galleries, and live music venues
  • Arts & Events: Home to the Sherman Theater, Pocono Arts Council, and seasonal festivals like StroudFest
  • Dining Scene: Eclectic mix of international cuisine, craft breweries, and farm-to-table eateries

🌿 Natural Setting

  • Creek Confluence: Located at the meeting point of Brodhead, McMichaels, and Pocono Creeks
  • Nearby Attractions: Just 5 miles from the Delaware Water Gap, offering hiking, paddling, and scenic views

🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)

  • Zoning Rules: STRs are prohibited in residential districts (R-1, R-2, R-3) but allowed in all other zones
  • Requirements: License and annual inspection required
  • STR Friendliness: Rated somewhat STR-friendly, with clear zoning boundaries

🌟 Borough Identity

Stroudsburg is a borough that wears its history proudly while embracing modern vibrancy. It’s a place where you can admire 19th-century architecture in the morning, hike a mountain trail in the afternoon, and catch a live show at night. As the county seat, it anchors Monroe County’s civic and cultural life with a distinctive blend of heritage and hospitality.

Short Term Rental Information

The borough of Stroudsburg has implemented a new Short-term Rental Ordinance and refined zoning regulations to prohibit short term rentals in residential districts (R-1, R-2 and R-3) and allow it in all other zoning districts.  A license and annual inspection is required, more details under Housing section on borough's website.  See rules and regulations and permit application below.

Stroudsburg News

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pocono Current, along with the League of Women Voters of Monroe County, is holding a civic engagement forum. The "Civic Forum: We the People of the Poconos" is being held at the Sherman Theater in Stroudsburg at 6:30 p.m. and will feature 28/22 News Anchor Gianna Galli. It is [...]

A petition was filed on April 14, 2026, in the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, seeking to change the name of minor Ashley Michelle Tully to Ashley Michelle Strohl. The hearing is scheduled for July 7, 2026, at 2:00pm in Courtroom No. TBD at Monroe County Courthouse, 610 Monroe Street, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania 18360. Interested parties can attend to present any objections. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Shovels, soil, and flowers filled Main Street Monday afternoon as volunteers came together for a downtown beautification project. A simple flower planter may not seem like much, but organizers say small improvements like these can make a big impact for businesses in the community. "Essentially, the purpose is to get [...]

The estate of Annabelle Peechatka, who resided in Stroudsburg, Monroe County, PA, is being handled by Executors Sherry Martin and Gregory Peechatka. Any individuals with claims against or debts owed to the estate should contact the law firm Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. at Two City Center, 645 West Hamilton Street, Suite 800, Allentown, PA 18101. This notice is valid from June 14 to June 28, 2026. Reference number: LSOM0536989. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.

The estate of Allen Lee Bailiff, also known as Allen L. Bailiff, who resided in Stroudsburg Borough, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, has been declared deceased. Letters Testamentary have been issued to the undersigned. Debtors to the estate are instructed to settle their debts promptly, while individuals with claims must submit them to the undersigned or their attorney within four months from the date of this notice. Claims must also be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of the Forty-Third Judicial District, Orphans' Court Division. Contact Alice M.

Brown, Carroll Speak on the Full Enforcement of Paul Miller’s Law

Sen. Rosemary Brown with PA State Trooper Anthony Petroski, PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll, and Eileen Miller on Route 33 in Saylorsburg, Monroe County. They are standing in front of a PennDOT truck with the roadway in the background.

Letters Testamentary have been granted to Angela V. Stokes for the estate of Thomas J. Stokes, Jr., late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Debtors are requested to make immediate payment, and claimants must present their claims within four months to Angela V. Stokes or her attorney, Mark A. Primrose. A verified statement of claim with an address for notice must be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Forty-Third Judicial District, Orphans' Court Division. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT).

The estate of Luisa Flores, who resided in Mount Pocono, Monroe County, PA, is being handled by Administrator Jose Majao. Any individuals with claims against or debts owed to the estate should contact Administrator Majao at 1624 Twin Pine Rd, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Legal representation is provided by David Sebelin Esq. at 301 S. 3rd St., Lehighton, PA 18235. This notice has been published on the specified dates with reference LSOM0534823. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.

The estate of Matthew R. Hirsch, who resided in Stroudsburg, Monroe County, PA, is being handled by Administrator Kimber Hirsch. Any individuals with claims against or debts to the estate should contact the administrator at 1226 Kroucher Rd., Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Another individual involved is Donald G. Karpowich of 85 Drasher Rd, Drums, PA 18222. This notice was published on June 12, 19, and 26, 2026, with the reference number LSOM0536521. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.

Letters Testamentary have been granted to Kimberly D. Waeltz and Laurie K. Marinelli for the estate of Jan W. King, also known as Jan King, deceased. Debtors to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, and creditors must submit their claims to the executors or their attorney within four months from the date of this notice. Claims should be accompanied by a verified statement with an address for correspondence within Monroe County. Contact information for the executors: Kimberly D. Waeltz at 516 Greenhill Road, Willow Grove, PA 19090 and Laurie K.


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Stroudsburg, PA — After decades of planning and community discussion, the YMCA’s long-anticipated renovation and expansion project is entering its final phase before construction officially begins.

Discussions about modernizing the YMCA facility have been ongoing for more than 40 years. While the project timeline has shifted several times, YMCA leadership emphasized that the delays reflect the complexity of coordinating financing and approvals for a project of this scale rather than a lack of progress.


Journey to downtown Stroudsburg to step inside the new Heritage Center, an extension of the Stroud Mansion, where the Monroe County Historical Association brings history to life.



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Stroudsburg High School has many traditions for senior including Senior Breakfast, Senior Walk, Senior Skip Day, Senior Nights for sports, etc.

One of these traditions is the Senior Picnic, which took place on June 4, the day before graduation.

Graduating students are able to go to the fields behind the school after graduation practice to be treated to free food, dessert, drinks, and snacks. Afterward, they are able to play games such as volleyball with their friends. sit down to enjoy their food, play with a Slip and Splash, or even just soak in the nice weather.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Music, food, and community filled the streets of Stroudsburg as hundreds gathered for a yearly celebration. Crowds packed Courthouse Square in Stroudsburg for the seventh annual Pocono Pride Festival. The event featured dozens of live performances, food vendors, as well as several local businesses. Organizers also introduced a new film [...]

The Stroudsburg Area School District Board of Education will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in person at the Stroudsburg High School Cafeteria, with a Zoom link provided for public access. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss and vote on the final budget and tax rate for the 2026–2027 school year, as well as any other relevant business. Signed by Brenda VanBuskirk, Board Secretary, on 6.7.26. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.

As most people may know, Stroudsburg High School’s choir teacher, Ms. Lee, is retiring as of this year. She has been teaching for over 30 years in the district, and has been such a big influence. She is someone that a lot of students look up to. The Mountaineer asked some students who have had Ms. Lee as a teacher during their high school journey to say a couple of words about what Ms. Lee means to them and how she has influenced their lives.

Letters Testamentary have been granted to Aideen M. Kirk, the Executrix of the estate of Maeve C. Gallant. Debtors are requested to settle debts promptly, and creditors must submit claims within four months to Aideen M. Kirk or her attorney, Megan Reaser. Claims must be verified and filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of the 43rd Judicial District. Contact information for Claimant must be provided in the claim statement. Contact: Aideen M. Kirk, 461 Shaler Blvd., Ridgefield, NJ 07657 or Megan Reaser, Esq., 111 N. 7th Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Date: June 5, 12, 19, 2026.

On December 19, 2025, the State Board of Massage Therapy revoked the massage therapist license of Garfield St. Aubin Rawle, license no. MSG011482, of Stroudsburg, Monroe County. The Board also imposed a civil penalty of $5,000.00 and costs of investigation amounting to $177.56.

The estate of David J. Geiger, Sr., also known as David Joseph Geiger, who resided in Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Letters of Administration have been granted to David J. Geiger, II. Debtors to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, and creditors must submit their claims to David J. Geiger, II or his attorney within four (4) months from the date of this notice.

A hearing has been scheduled for the petition for a certificate of title for a 2010 Nissan Altima with VIN # 1N4AL2EP3AC158772. The hearing will take place on the 18th day of June 2026 at the Monroe County Courthouse in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. The notice was issued on June 5, 12, and 18, 2026 with reference number LSOM0531637. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.

Letters of Administration C.T.A have been granted to Lori J. Cerato, Esquire, Administratix C.T.A. All persons indebted to the Estate are requested to make immediate payment. Those with claims must present them within four months to the undersigned or her attorney. A statement of claim must be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County. Contact information for claimant must be provided. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.

MISSING: Police seek missing Stroudsburg man

MISSING: Police seek missing Stroudsburg man

by Nicole Hallman

Matthew Sheerer, 42, walked out of his West Main Street apartment April 18 and hasn't been back.

Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
Noon: The Tick Research Lab at ESU
Concerts in the Square in Stroudsburg - Project 9 -
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
5:15pm Parking Committee
4:30pm Codes Committee
Stroudsburg Area School District Proposed Final Budget Public Inspection -
Stroudsburg Area School District Board of Education Special Meeting -
Noon Rotary fellowship
Concerts in the Square in Stroudsburg - Zac Lawless Trio -
6:00pm PR/Media Committee
Spring Fling - Pres Ed Schaefer -
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
Concerts in the Square in Stroudsburg - Roots in Blue Stone -
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg First Saturday Art Walk -
5:00pm Junior Council Committee
7:00pm Council Meeting
4:30pm Redevelopment Committee
4:00pm Shade Tree Commission
Noon: Michael Tukeva, President/CEO, Pocono Mt. UW
Concerts in the Square in Stroudsburg - Joey Lannigan & the Spirits -
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
6:30pm Planning Commission
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -

SASD Calendar

Source Event Date
First Day of School
Labor Day Holiday (Schools Closed)
2 Hour Delay - Students Only/Act 80 Faculty Data Meeting
Star Dental Van - SHS and B.F. Morey Elementary -
Middle School Open House -
Hamilton Elementary Open House -
Rachels Challenge -
Act 80 Day (Indigenous Peoples' Day) - No School for Students
Star Dental Van - SHS & BF Morey Elementary -
Star Dental Van -
Act 80 Day - No School for Students
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
School Board Meeting - Reorganization Meeting -
Special meeting re: possible expulsion -
JH - Scheduling Night -
Chamber Orchestra -
JH - Scheduling Night (Snow Date) -
5th Grade Band, Chorus, Orchestra -
District Art Show -
High School Musical -
6/7 Orchestra -
6/7 Band -
8/9 Grade Band -
National Junior Honor Society Ceremony -
HS Hall of Fame Concert -