The Mountaineer is on the search for Santa at SJHS!
We have received a tip that Santa may be sighted in various homerooms next week, Monday through Friday! In an effort to track down the jolly ole legend, we need your help!
If you find Santa next week, take a selfie with your chromebook and send it to the Newspaper Advisor, Mr. Wood at rwood@sburg.org.
Chestnuthill Township
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Address
271 Route 715
PO Box 243
Brodheadsville, PA 18322
United States
Email
info@chestnuthilltwp-pa.gov
Phone
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
Gift giving can be more of a mental exercise than we expect sometimes. If you’ve been racking your brain trying to figure out what to get some of the tricker personalities on your list, we have some very special ideas for you.
The hand-picked ideas below can all be found at Pocono Arts Council’s Holiday Shop at 530 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA. With a variety of work from 30 artisans there is something for everyone. Keep in mind, these lists are not exhaustive. We aimed for three ideas per personality, but in most cases, there are many other wonderful options for each.
Returning passenger rail services to Northeastern Pennsylvania has been a priority of Congressman Cartwright since first joining Congress, and on Friday, December 8 he announced that our rail project has qualified for federal funds.
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Richard Anthony Giaimis, 78, was born on February 11, 1945 in Mount Vernon, NY and recently passed away on December 7, 2023 in Brodheadsville, PA.
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On Nov. 30, 2023, 35 students were awarded Most Improved for the first marking period. The award included a certificate from the teacher it was from plus, Mr. Larthey handed out a special Mountaineers pencil and one free personal dress down for any day of the week. These awards are given out each marking period, so we all have more opportunities. Keep improving, SJHS!
Congratulations! Hard work, effort, and perseverance pays off! Keep up the good work! It’s not where you start, it’s where you finish!
– Mr. Larthey
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East Stroudsburg University honored Dr. Patricia Graham, professor emerita of intercultural and interdisciplinary studies, as ESU’s recipient of the second annual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Keepers of the Flame Award from Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education (PASSHE).
On Sunday, November 5th, The Renegade Winery welcomed art lovers and cheese fanatics as the Mac & Cheese Bake-off for Pocono Arts Council took place. Now a local tradition, the annual fundraiser brings friends and neighbors together around the table in support of the arts!
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Books against movies; a fight of interests as old as time.
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William Shakespeare’s Folio marks its 400th anniversary in 2023. To celebrate, East Stroudsburg University is staging a production of Twelfth Night, the classic tale of mistaken identity and forbidden love directed by Jason Narvy, assistant professor of theatre and theatre department co-chair. This version is set in 1950s New Orleans, a city that has never failed to inspire Narvy over the years.
Pa. state Rep. Tarah Probst discusses her commitment to fairly funding education across the commonwealth after decades of missing the mark. Probst also highlights her efforts to bring much needed reform to how cyber charter schools operate and are funded.
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