Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Glenn Arthur Batchler a/k/a Glenn A. Batchler, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Chestnuthill Township
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Address
271 Route 715
PO Box 243
Brodheadsville, PA 18322
United States
Email
info@chestnuthilltwp-pa.gov
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Fax
School District
Tax Rate
2.92 mills
Chestnuthill Township is a scenic and historically rich municipality located in western Monroe County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the heart of the Pocono Mountains. It blends rural charm with suburban convenience, making it a distinctive part of the region’s cultural and geographic tapestry.
🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Founded: 1763
- Area: ~37.5 square miles (97.2 km²), mostly land with minimal water coverage
- Elevation: ~696 feet (212 meters)
- Population: 16,708 (2020 Census)
- Communities within: Includes Brodheadsville, Effort, and parts of Indian Mountain Lake, Sierra View, and Sun Valley
- School District: Pleasant Valley School District
🏞️ Character & Features
- Landscape: Rolling hills, wooded areas, and farmland dominate the terrain, offering a mix of natural beauty and residential development.
- Historic Sites: Home to landmarks like the Brodheadsville Cemetery and the West End Fairgrounds, which host community events and agricultural fairs
- Zoning & Development: The township maintains a balance between growth and preservation, with short-term rentals permitted only in general commercial zones
🌄 Cultural & Regional Context
Chestnuthill sits at a crossroads of Appalachian heritage and modern Pocono tourism, with a community that values its rural roots while adapting to changing demographics and land use. Its proximity to larger towns and natural attractions makes it a gateway to both outdoor recreation and regional history.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals are only allowed in properties located in a general commercial zoning area. Permits are required and there are restrictions as outlined in the Short-term Rental Ordinance.
Chestnuthill Township News
Saturday, November 29, the Stroudsburg Boys Wrestling headed to the annual Battle of Bethlehem Duals and went back to back, winning against all three opposing teams. Blowing out Mariana Bracetti Academy 77-0, flying past Bangor 47-22, and finally taking down the Freedom Patriots 44-29. The previous year Stroudsburg lost to Freedom in not only the tournament, but also their duel 31-39.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00
Estate Notice Estate of Larry S. Rinehart, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00
Estate Notice Estate of James J. Waiters, deceased, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Letters Testamentary on the above Estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims or demands against the Estate of the decedent are requestedto make know the same, and all persons indebted to the decedent are requested to make payment without delay to: Takisha Walker 60 Bermuda Way Covington GA 30016 And/or to the Estate's attorney: Marshall M. Hanyon, Esquire MHK Attorneys 501 New Brodheadsville Blvd N.
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order that blocks states from enforcing their own regulations around artificial intelligence and instead aims to create a “single national framework” for AI.
“This is an executive order that orders aspects of your administration to take decisive action to ensure that AI can operate within a single national framework in this country, as opposed to being subject to state level regulation that could potentially cripple the industry,” White House aide Will Scharf said of the executive order in the Oval Office.
Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.
Pocono TWP, PA. From December 10, 2025, through January 1, 2026, the U.S.
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Students making their way around the Kalahari water park to another location.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF ELIZABETH A. RICHLINE late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. LETTERS TESTAMENTARY in the above-named estate having been granted to Julie E. Cox.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00
CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP BID NOTICE - 2025-2026 Season ANTI-SKID Material FOB & Delivered SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED by the Chestnuthill Township Board of Supervisors at the Township Municipal Building 271 Route 715, Brodheadsville, Pa., until 9:00 a.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025, and will be opened on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 9:15 a.m. and be discussed and possibly awarded at the Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled on Tuesday December 16, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. for the following: 3,000 tons Penn-DOT AS 2 Anti-skid.
Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00
Estate Notice Estate of Michael Montanye a/k/a Michael R. Montanye a/k/a Michael Robert Montanye, late of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00
CHESTNUTHILL TOWNSHIP BID NOTICE - 2025-2026 Season ANTI-SKID Material FOB & Delivered SEALED BIDS WILL BE RECEIVED by the Chestnuthill Township Board of Supervisors at the Township Municipal Building 271 Route 715, Brodheadsville, Pa., until 9:00 a.m. on Friday, December 12, 2025, and will be opened on Friday, December 12, 2025, at 9:15 a.m. and be discussed and possibly awarded at the Board of Supervisors meeting scheduled on Tuesday December 16, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. for the following: 3,000 tons Penn-DOT AS 2 Anti-skid.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS SECTION 001113*ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The Pleasant Valley School District is soliciting sealed bids for the Intermediate School Chiller Replacement Project in the form of a single prime lump sum contract. Sealed Bids shall be delivered to Pleasant Valley School District, Business Office, 2233 Route 115, Brodheadsville, PA 18322, no later than 10:00 am prevailing time on Friday, December 19, 2025, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Patricia Lynn Kerwin, a/k/a Patricia Kerwin, a/k/a Patricia L. Kerwin, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Letters Testamentary on said estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted thereto are requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands against the same will present them without delay for settlement to: Kelly M. Collins 304 Sundance Road Effort, PA 18330 or to her attorney, Kim M. Gillen, Esquire THE LAW OFFICE OF KIM M. GILLEN, P.C.
Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Jeanette Rivera-Soto aka Jeanette Rivera , late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Balancing Priorities: Enacting the 2025–2026 State Budget
“In my art and life, I really strive to reverse the old adage that what you see is what you get. If I can be Coyote and practice my sneak-up, I can engage the viewers from a distance with one image and lure them in for exposure to another layer, which changes the initial view into quite a different reality. After all, that is what ethnic culture is all about-or even an ongoing relationship.
On Saturday, November 15, East Stroudsburg University welcomed 67 gifted students from local and regional school districts to “What If: A Statewide Gifted Event.” ESU students taking Instructional Planning in Special Education (SPED 215) created a day of hands-on learning for elementary and middle school aged children (grades 2-8).
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS SECTION 001113*ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The Pleasant Valley School District is soliciting sealed bids for the Intermediate School Chiller Replacement Project in the form of a single prime lump sum contract. Sealed Bids shall be delivered to Pleasant Valley School District, Business Office, 2233 Route 115, Brodheadsville, PA 18322, no later than 10:00 am prevailing time on Friday, December 19, 2025, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00
NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Education at the Pleasant Valley School District, Brodheadsville PA 18322 until Monday, November 24, 2025. SPRING ATHLETIC SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT will open at 2:00 p.m. Specifications for the above may be secured from the Business Office of the Pleasant Valley School District from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. By authorization of the Board of Education Pleasant Valley School District Brodheadsville PA 18322 Tammy A.
Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Jeanette Rivera-Soto aka Jeanette Rivera , late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Valara Hartman, late of Polk Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Gregg W. Poskitt, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS SECTION 001113*ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS The Pleasant Valley School District is soliciting sealed bids for the Intermediate School Chiller Replacement Project in the form of a single prime lump sum contract. Sealed Bids shall be delivered to Pleasant Valley School District, Business Office, 2233 Route 115, Brodheadsville, PA 18322, no later than 10:00 am prevailing time on Friday, December 19, 2025, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00
NOTICE TO BIDDERS Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Education at the Pleasant Valley School District, Brodheadsville PA 18322 until Monday, November 24, 2025. SPRING ATHLETIC SUPPLIES & EQUIPMENT will open at 2:00 p.m. Specifications for the above may be secured from the Business Office of the Pleasant Valley School District from 8:00 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. By authorization of the Board of Education Pleasant Valley School District Brodheadsville PA 18322 Tammy A.