East Stroudsburg Borough
24 Analomink Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
United States
East Stroudsburg Borough is a vibrant, historically rooted municipality in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, nestled in the Pocono Mountains and directly adjacent to its sister borough, Stroudsburg. Though often paired with Stroudsburg in regional identity, East Stroudsburg has its own distinct character—shaped by education, transportation, and a rich colonial past.
🏘️ Borough Snapshot
- Founded: Originally settled in 1737 as Dansbury, renamed East Stroudsburg in 1856 with the arrival of the railroad
- Area: ~2.86 square miles (7.41 km²)
- Population: ~9,847 (2020 Census)
- Elevation: ~466 feet (142 m)
- ZIP Codes: 18301–18302
- School District: East Stroudsburg Area School District
🏛️ Civic & Cultural Features
- East Stroudsburg University (ESU): A major regional institution that fuels the borough’s youthful energy, cultural diversity, and economic activity
- Historic Downtown: Lined with shops, restaurants, and cultural venues, including restored Victorian buildings and the former Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad station
- Community Events: Includes “Music on Mondays,” senior expos, and seasonal festivals hosted by the borough and local organizations
🚉 Transportation & Infrastructure
- Rail Legacy: The borough’s growth was catalyzed by the 1856 arrival of the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad
- Highways: Served by Route 209 and close to I-80, making it a key transit point between New York City and the Poconos
- Walkability: Compact layout with pedestrian-friendly streets and public parks
🏞️ Regional Identity
East Stroudsburg is often seen as the educational and cultural anchor of Monroe County. Its blend of historic charm, university life, and proximity to outdoor recreation makes it a dynamic hub for both residents and visitors. The borough’s evolution—from colonial outpost to railroad town to college borough—reflects the layered history of the Pocono region.
The Borough of East Stroudsburg enacted a short term rental ordinance in 2021. The ordinance requires licensing and a list of requirements including the use of a private trash hauler. Zoning regulations limit the licenses to Commercial and Industrial areas, properties in residential areas will need a variance. Details can be found in the East Stroudsburg STR Ordinance. See permit application below.
East Stroudsburg News
Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Denise Ann Surrago, late of East Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00
SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS 2025 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES Proposals for seasonal grounds maintenance services will be accepted by the Smithfield Township Board of Supervisors at the Township Municipal Center at 1155 Red Fox Road, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18301, until 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 4, 2025, at which time the bids will be opened and read aloud. It is anticipated that a contract will be awarded at the regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting on April 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Township Municipal Center.
Members of The Older Adult Learning Community (TOALC) received a free lesson in life-saving skills during a class led by graduate students in East Stroudsburg University’s exercise science program on Feb. 26 at East Stroudsburg Presbyterian Church.
EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A deadly fire is under investigation that caused a building to be destroyed in East Stroudsburg.
EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man and a woman died Wednesday after a fire in Monroe County. The cause is now being looked into after the flames destroyed the building in East Stroudsburg.
In addition to the two deceased victims, a third is in the hospital receiving treatment. Their condition is unknown at this time.
The deadly fire caused great devastation.
A fiery blaze burned through the second floor of the Wander Inn Bar and Grill late Wednesday morning.
Ramos, Luis Angel
(1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (M1)
(1) count 3922 (A)(1) Theft by Deception (M2)
18 3929 A4- Retail Theft- Under Ring-1 count
Age
33
Race
Hispanic
Gender
Male
Height
5' 5"
Weight
Pagan, Amir
3921A Theft by Unlawful Taking(M3)
(1 Count) (18) 3925 (A) Receiving Stolen Property(M3)
(18) 5506 Loitering and Prowling at night (M3)
Age
24
Race
White
Gender
Male
Height
6' 0"
Weight
160 lbs
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A popular local ice cream shop is now open for the season in Monroe County.
Lewis' Drive-In offers fast food and ice cream in East Stroudsburg and was busy this weekend with the slightly warmer weather.
They opened last Friday, and so far, they are starting their season strong.
Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00
REQUEST FOR BIDS The East Stroudsburg Area School District will receive sealed bids for MUNCIPAL WASTE AND RECYCLING BIDS. Bids are due to the East Stroudsburg Area School District, Attn: CFO, 50 Vine Street, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301 no later than Friday March 7th 2025 at 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, to ATTN: Peter T. Bard, Chief Financial Officer. Please visit https://www.esasd.net/community/bids for more details. Peter T. Bard, MBA, PCSBA, SFO Chief Financial Officer East Stroudsburg Area School District
Garcia-Villarreal, Ruth
(1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (M1)
Age
37
Race
Hispanic
Gender
Female
Height
5' 2"
Weight
150 lbs
Hair
Brown
Eyes
Many taxpayers were under the impression that state funding would offset school property taxes. It seems we've all been hoodwinked. We send our legislators to Harrisburg to work on our behalf, and now we're told that we're being misled. State funding MUST be linked to reducing school property taxes, or we should be allowed to stop paying school property taxes until it happens.
OPEN LETTER TO PA SENATOR ROSEMARY BROWN (R-40):
Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Janet M. Planken, late of East Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00
Estate Notice for Sandra G. Gowe Estate of Sandra Gowe a/k/a Sandra G. Gowe a/k/a Sandra Gene Gowe, late of Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 12/14/2024 deceased.
Holden, Roberta A
18 3929 A4- Retail Theft- Under Ring-1 count
Age
43
Race
White
Gender
Female
Height
5' 3"
Weight
110 lbs
Hair
Blonde
Eyes
Brown
Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00
MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP BID SPECIFICATIONS FOR “2025 SPRING AND FALL CLEAN UP” Sealed bids for Middle Smithfield Township’s “2025 Spring and Fall Clean Up”, as set forth in more detail below and in the Bid Documents, (the “Work”) will be accepted by the Supervisors of Middle Smithfield Township electronically via PennBid at https:// pennbid.bonfirehub.com until 2:00 p.m. on March 27, 2025. Bids will be opened and publicly read aloud at a regular meeting of the Supervisors on March 27, 2025, at 7:00 p.m.
Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of TERRY GLENN MILLER, late of the Borough of East Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Does More State Funding Guarantee a Reduction in School Property Taxes?
This week during budget hearings, I asked the Secretary of Education the question on everyone’s mind—does increasing state funding guarantee lower school property taxes?
Who Are you?
My name is Willie Watkins and I am the St. Luke’s Sports Performance Coach at Stroudsburg High school.
Why did you decide to become a strength coach?
I played sports my entire life and I knew when choosing a career that I wanted to choose something that allowed me to stay close to sports.
Why did you chose to work for Stroudsburg?
Stroudsburg High school was assigned to me by St. Luke’s, but I’m glad they put me here. I have been enjoying my time so far.
Two groups of students from East Stroudsburg University’s sport management program recently took their skills to the national stage, competing in a pair of competitions that tested their talent and showcased their potential.
MARSHALLS CREEK, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pocono Chamber of Commerce presented Monroe County Habitat for Humanity with a chunk of change on Wednesday.
Last fall, volunteers with Habitat for Humanity helped out at Pickle Me Poconos, a festival held in East Stroudsburg.
On Wednesday, the chamber paid it forward by presenting a check to Habitat for Humanity in the amount of $2,400, a percentage of the money raised at Pickle Me Poconos.