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East Stroudsburg Borough

Address

24 Analomink Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
United States

Email
danielle.decker@eaststroudsburgboro.org
Tax Rate
9.15 mills

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.

Short Term Rental Information

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

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 2452 CIVIL 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.

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Retail Theft

CaseFeb 7, 2026On February 6, 2026, the Stroud Area Regional Police Department was dispatched to Go Fish, located at 748 Milford Rd Suite 1, East Stroudsburg Borough, for a reported retail theft that ha

The Shapiro Administration is moving "full steam ahead" on the Scranton to New York Penn Station (NYP) passenger rail corridor project.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced on Thursday that the project has reached a critical federal milestone, remaining one of only five rail expansions in the nation to reach "Step 2" of the development process, according to the news release. 

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Retail Theft 2026-002378

CaseCreated Jan 29, 2026 / Updated Feb 5, 2026On January 29, 2026, SARPD was dispatched to the Walmart in East Stroudsburg Boro for a reported retail theft that had occurred earlier

On Wednesday February 4th, at around 5:09pm, the Stroudsburg Fire Department along with East Stroudsburg Fire was dispatched to the area of 9th Street and Main Street for an odor of natural gas reported by a passerby. Initial crews arrived with an odor present, but no source noted. UGI, PP&L, and Met-Ed were called to the scene to assist, along with Stroud Area Regional Police. It was determined that the area of 9th and Main street should be cordoned off, and traffic was diverted. As the incident evolved, the bounded area grew to roughly one square block. 

COBM Students Visit Blue Mountain

On January 28, students from East Stroudsburg University’s College of Business and Management’s Residential College Program visited Blue Mountain Resort, a premier winter sports destination in the heart of the Lehigh Valley, for an immersive experiential learning opportunity.

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Retail Theft

CaseCreated Jan 29, 2026 / Updated Feb 2, 2026On January 29, 2026, SARPD was dispatched to the Walmart in East Stroudsburg Boro for a reported retail theft that had occurred earlier in the evening.  The investigation f

SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The weather was just right as a local ski resort celebrated a big milestone. Shawnee Mountain welcomed skiers, snowboarders, and snow tubers with strong conditions on the slopes. The East Stroudsburg resort is marking 50 years in the Poconos, complete with food trucks, live music, and a warm fire [...]

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00

MIDDLE SMTIHFIELD TOWNSHIP PROPOSED 2026 AMENDED BUDGET PUBLIC NOTICE THE PROPOSED 2026 AMENDED BUDGET for the Township of Middle Smithfield, Monroe County, PA has been prepared and is available for public inspection during regular business hours at the Schoonover Municipal Center, 147 Municipal Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302. A public meeting of the Board of Supervisors is scheduled for the adoption of the proposed amended budget on February 12, 2026, at their regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting at 7:00 p.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 2452 CIVIL 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 8008 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.

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 801 CIVIL 2023, 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 5709 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.

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 3263 CIVIL 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 471 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.

Psychology Department Biannual Research Forum

The psychology department at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania hosted the 54th Biannual Research Forum at the end of the fall 2025 semester.

  • MillerTech shifts from its previous NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series entitlement at Pocono Raceway to the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series event on Saturday, June 13.
  • Kampgrounds of America (KOA) joins the event as presenting sponsor.
  • Pocono Raceway offering fans 15% discount off NOAPS tickets, MillerTech giving 10% off products on website for a limited time.
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The Stroudsburg Girls basketball team is working hard and pushing themselves so far this season. So far, they have five wins and 11 losses. The team’s success cannot be measured by wins and losses alone. This year, the girls have been building a strong bond and foundation for the future.

The Lady Mounties started the basketball season with a new coaching staff. The girls’ new head coach is Coach Kelly Williams. With a new coach stepping in, the program experienced a new team culture.

A new urgent care facility is opening in Middle Smithfield Township.

On Jan. 27, the ribbon was cut on the new JeffExpress Urgent Care at 4541 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg. The new urgent care, which shares the same facility as Lehigh Valley Physician Group Family Medicine, was scheduled to open at 8 a.m. Jan. 29.

Pennsylvania State Police obtained an arrest warrant for a man accused of beating a woman until she “blacked out” outside a store in Monroe County.

The suspect, 36-year-old Donovan S. Mack, has several open criminal cases against him, according to his public court summary. These include an alleged assault last October at a fast food restaurant that left a woman bleeding from the mouth.

Madelon Powers Gallery

East Stroudsburg University’s Madelon Powers Gallery will present Echoes, an exhibition by sculptor Jonathan Hils, from Wednesday, February 4 – Wednesday, March 4. The exhibition features a body of work that explores perception, interpretation, and structure through the intersection of digital and physical processes.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Randy A. Garris, late of East Stroudsburg, Pike County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

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