Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of John D. Panchura, 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
Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Tobyhanna Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing at the Tobyhanna Township Municipal Building, 105 Government Center Way, Pocono Pines, PA 18350, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of hearing the following: APPLICANT Phoenix Tower International/TAEC, 10905 Merrimack Drive, Knoxville, TN 37934 seeks to modify an existing wireless communication facility, a 155 ft. monopole to accommodate a 10 ft.
Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Patrick Joseph Murtha Jr aka Patrick J. Murtha Jr. aka Patrick J. Murtha aka Patrick Murtha , late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Charles Edward Svoboda aka Charles E. Svoboda, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00
Public Notice New Commercial Construction Type 5B - Building Project: Pocono Mountain Regional Emergency Medical Services Inc. will receive sealed bids online via PennBid for an Ambulance Station Replacement Project until Tuesday, August 19,2025 at at which time they shall be opened online and publicly posted on PennBid's website. All documents and solicitation details are available online for no cost at PennBid*https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held at 1:30pm on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025 at 135 Tegawitha Rd. Tobyhanna, PA 18466.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00
CIVIL ACTION COURT OF COMMON PLEAS MONROE COUNTY, PA CIVIL ACTION-LAW NO. 005899-CV-2024 NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDERS OF THE J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE ACQUISITION TRUST 2007-CH5 ASSET BACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-CH5, Plaintiff v. AMY PAJLA, IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF ROXANNE D. ZMUDA AND HEIR OF FRANK J.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of ELSA DIRENGA aka ELSA KLARA DIRENGA aka ELSA C. DIREGNA late of Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00
Timothy C. Carleton, also known as Timothy Colan Carleton ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Timothy C. Carleton, also known as Timothy Colan Carleton, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
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The Coolbaugh Township Basketball Courts located at the Municipal Park on Church Street in Tobyhanna will be closed on Monday, June 23rd and Tuesday, June 24th for Painting/Maintenance. Please do not try to utilize the courts at this time. Thank you for your understanding.
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A Wednesday afternoon crash backed up traffic along Interstate 380 (I-380) in Monroe County.
The Monroe County Communications Center stated that a crash occurred Wednesday afternoon on I-380 Southbound near mile marker 6.
Officials confirmed there are injuries, but the severity and number of injuries are unknown.
Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Rafael Ronald Rodriguez, Jr., late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Administrator Rafael Rodriguez, III and Kathleen Jo Peloso ComitzLaw Firm, LLC 82 South Washington St., Wilkes-Barre, PA. 18701 June 11,18,25 2025 LSOM0311559
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The Coolbaugh Township Recycling Center is Closed today (Tuesday, June 17, 2025) from 9am-11am for Employee Safety Training. The Recycling Center will re-open at 11:00am.
Mon, 16 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Idehi Solange Bose, a/k/a Solange Bose, a/k/a Idehi S. Bose, late of Tobyhanna , Monroe County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Administrator Johnnie T. Boone 261 South Franklin St. #416 Hempstead, NY 11550 Farley Law, LLC PO Box 702 Swiftwater, PA 18370 June 9,16,23 2025 LSOM0311293
Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Charles Edward Svoboda aka Charles E. Svoboda, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of John D. Panchura, late of Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 15 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Barbara Swirczewski, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of ELSA DIRENGA aka ELSA KLARA DIRENGA aka ELSA C. DIREGNA late of Coolbaugh Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Public Hearing, Regular Work Session and Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, 2025 will be held beginning at 6:00 PM at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. To view the meeting agenda, please visit our website at:
http://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/061725-BOS-Public-Packet.pdf
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00
Timothy C. Carleton, also known as Timothy Colan Carleton ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Timothy C. Carleton, also known as Timothy Colan Carleton, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Michelle E. Hitt a/k/a Michelle Hitt, late of 621 Glen Circle Drive, Tobyhanna, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Monroe County District Attorney has confirmed a man was shot in the head during a road rage incident on Interstate 380 on Tuesday morning.
According to District Attorney Mike Mancuso, Tatiana Divina Peterson, 39, of Tobyhanna, pulled alongside another car and fired multiple shots while both cars were in motion, hitting the victim in the forehead with one of the shots.
Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Rafael Ronald Rodriguez, Jr., late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Administrator Rafael Rodriguez, III and Kathleen Jo Peloso ComitzLaw Firm, LLC 82 South Washington St., Wilkes-Barre, PA. 18701 June 11,18,25 2025 LSOM0311559