Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Gennaro F. Laiso aka Gennaro Laiso, late of Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Coolbaugh Township
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Address
Coolbaugh Township Supervisors
5520 Municipal Drive
Tobyhanna, PA 18466
United States
Email
emasker@coolbaughtwp.org
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Fax
School District
Tax Rate
4.52 mills
Coolbaugh Township is a sprawling, diverse municipality located in northern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, known for its wooded landscapes, lakeside communities, and proximity to major Pocono attractions. It’s one of the largest and most populous townships in the county, offering a mix of residential neighborhoods, recreational areas, and military infrastructure.
🗺️ Geographic & Civic Overview
- Incorporated: 1794
- Area: ~88 square miles (227 km²), with ~2% water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,739 feet (530 m) — one of the higher elevations in Monroe County
- Population: 20,805 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏞️ Communities & Features
- Tobyhanna: A major unincorporated community within the township, often confused with Tobyhanna Township (which is separate)
- Arrowhead Lake & Pocono Lake: Popular residential and vacation areas with strong short-term rental activity
- Gouldsboro: Partially within township boundaries
- Tobyhanna State Park: Offers hiking, boating, and wildlife viewing in a pristine forest setting
- Tobyhanna Army Depot: A key employer and federal facility, also designated a Superfund site due to past contamination concerns
🏘️ Demographics & Culture
- Diverse Population: Includes significant African American and Hispanic communities
- Median Age: ~37.4 years
- Household Size: Average of 2.95 people
- Short-Term Rentals: Over 800 licensed STRs; permitted in residential zones with inspections, but not allowed in commercial or industrial zones
🛣️ Infrastructure & Governance
- Roads: ~70 miles of township-maintained roads
- Government: Managed by a five-member Board of Supervisors
- Recent Projects: Route 196 safety improvements and STR regulation updates
🌄 Regional Identity
Coolbaugh Township is a dynamic blend of Appalachian forest heritage, military-industrial history, and modern recreational living. Its high elevation and proximity to lakes and parks make it a magnet for both full-time residents and seasonal visitors. The township’s evolving demographic and land-use patterns reflect broader shifts in Monroe County’s identity—from rural retreat to suburbanized Pocono hub.
Short Term Rental Information
Coolbaugh Township is a popular STR location as the township allows for short-term rentals in residential zoning areas with necessary permits and inspections. There are more than 800 Short-term Rental Licenses issued in the township. STR is not allowed in Commercial or Industrial zoned areas. Arrowhead Lake, Pocono Lake and other communities indicate that the practice is allowed, see Coolbaugh Township’s Short-term Rental Rules for more details. See short term rental rules and regulations below or apply here.
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Coolbaugh Township News
Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00
NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CIVIL ACTION - LAW CIVIL DIVISION MONROE COUNTY No. 004076 CV 2025 BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff vs. Timothy Stanton, As Executor of the Estate of Carol Ann Stanton a/k/a Carol A. Stanton, Deceased Defendant NOTICE TO: Timothy Stanton, As Executor of the Estate of Carol Ann Stanton a/k/a Carol A. Stanton, Deceased THIS FIRM IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
Summary: The estate of Pauline Dailey, residing at 1526 Prospect Street in Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, is in the process of settling. Richard C. Dailey has been granted Letters Testamentary and requests immediate payment from any debtors. Those with claims against the estate should contact Richard C. Dailey or attorney Kim M. Gillen for prompt settlement. — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Pauline Dailey, late of 1526 Prospect Street, Tobyhanna, Monroe, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Summary: Bank of America is initiating a foreclosure action against Timothy Stanton, as the executor of the estate of Carol Ann Stanton, for a property located at 272 Stillwater Drive in Pocono Summit, Pennsylvania. The property is scheduled to be sold at a Sheriff’s Sale on March 26, 2026, to enforce a judgment of $35,483.84.
Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00
Patricia A. Bowen a/k/a Patricia Bowen, Deceased. Late of Tobyhanna Twp., Monroe County, PA. D.O.D. 10/7/25. Letters of Administration on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Brian Patrick Bowen, Administrator, c/o Joseph M. Hayes, Esq., 1810 Chapel Ave. W., Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. Atty.: Joseph M. Hayes, Flaster Greenberg PC, 1810 Chapel Ave.
Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 8001 CIVIL 2024, I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.
HIDALGO, NELSON
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M2)
DISORDERLY CONDUCT (M3)
HARASSMENT (S).
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45
Race
White
Gender
Male
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It's time to register for baseball and softball with the Tobyhanna Little League!!
Thanks to amazingly generous sponsorships this year, registration is only $30.00 per player. The Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors provided a Double Platinum Sponsorship for the 2026 season, Ed’s Towing and Auto Service committed to a Platinum Sponsorship and Food Express committed to a Silver Sponsorship.
Therefore, the minimal registration fee charged, along with sponsor support, covers:
• A complete uniform for each player
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Public Hearing, and Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026 will be held beginning at 6pm at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. To view the meeting agenda, please visit our website at: https://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/020326-Public-Packet.pdf
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Head over to VFW Post 509 (1917 Goodwin Street, Tobyhanna, PA) on Friday, February 6th, from 3:30–6:30 PM for a warm and delicious Soup Night!
Soups on the menu include:
• Shipwreck Stew
• Broccoli Cheddar
• Roasted Tomato
• Vegetable Beef Barley
• Potato & Ham
• Manhattan Clam Chowder
💵 $8 donation for all-you-can-eat soup
🥡 Take-out available: $4 per container or $10 per quart
Support your local veterans and enjoy some great food—we hope to see you there!
Stay out in the frosty weather for a snowshoeing adventure with Bri & Dee at Tobyhanna State Park, a winter experience offered by Naturfi.
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Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 1117 CV 2025, I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00
Sheriff’s Sale OF VALUABLE REAL ESTATE By virtue of a Writ of Execution issued out of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to 007042 CIVIL 2024 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to be sold at a public online auction conducted by Bid4Assets, 8757 Georgia Ave., Suite 520, Silver Springs, MD 20910 on: Thursday, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.
The psychology department at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania hosted the 54th Biannual Research Forum at the end of the fall 2025 semester.
This month on the February edition of Pocono Mountains Magazine: join Deanna Fontanez as she trades skis for a snowboard and steps back into beginner mode to take on something completely new at Jack Frost Mountain. Stay out in the frosty weather for a snowshoeing adventure with Bri & Dee at Tobyhanna State Park, a winter experience offered by Naturfi.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00
Pocono Mt. Regional Airport Athority RFQ The Pocono Mountains Regional Airport Authority is soliciting responses to its Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for non-project specific Airport Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental Services for a period of up to five (5) years (beginning February 2026) at the Pocono Mountains Regional Airport (KMPO).
Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors of Coolbaugh Township will consider the Conditional Use Application of Art of Gutter Manufacturing, Inc at a public hearing to be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Building, 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania 18466. The above-referenced Conditional Use Application is for conditional use approval for a light manufacturing use within the C-2 Zoning District pursuant to the Coolbaugh Township Zoning Ordinance.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on February 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Building, 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA 18466, to receive public comment and to consider and possibly adopt an ordinance, of which this notice is a summary, amending Section 316-9.F of the Code of Ordinances of Coolbaugh Township, by establishing a practice wherein the flat rate charges for sewer service from the Coolbaugh Township Sewer System shall be set by resolution.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00
J Clubhouse Siding Replacement*Vinyl Siding System Installation Sealed proposals will be received by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association (APCPPOA), a private community located in Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, for the following project: **J Clubhouse Siding Replacement*Vinyl Siding System Installation** Documents include the Bid Invitation, Bidding Instructions, Terms and Conditions, Specifications, Attachments, Bid Form, Proposal & Contract.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00
J Clubhouse Roof Renovation*Shingle & Low-Slope Roofing Replacement Sealed proposals will be received by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association (APCPPOA), a private community located in Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, for the following project: **J Clubhouse Roof Renovation*Shingle & Low-Slope Roofing Replacement** Documents include the Bid Invitation, Bidding Instructions, Terms and Conditions, Specifications, Attachments, Bid Form, Proposal & Contract.
Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00
J Bathhouse Renovation*Water Damage Repair from Broken Pipe Leak Sealed proposals will be received by A Pocono Country Place Property Owners Association (APCPPOA), a private community located in Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, for the following project: **J Bathhouse Renovation*Water Damage Repair from Broken Pipe Leak** Documents include the Bid Invitation, Bidding Instructions, Terms and Conditions, Specifications, Attachments, Bid Form, Proposal & Contract.