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Hamilton Township

Address

229 Fenner Avenue
PO Box 285
Sciota, PA 18354
United States

Email
hamtwp@ptd.net
Tax Rate
0.33 mills

Hamilton Township is a scenic, historically rich municipality in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, located just west of Stroudsburg in the heart of the Pocono foothills. With its rolling farmland, forested ridges, and deep colonial roots, Hamilton offers a blend of rural tranquility and cultural heritage that’s central to the county’s identity.


🏞️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot

  • Area: ~38.5 square miles (99.7 km²), mostly land with minimal water coverage
  • Elevation: ~1,286 feet (392 m)
  • Population: ~8,635 (2020 Census)
  • School District: Stroudsburg Area School District

🏘️ Communities Within

Hamilton Township includes several unincorporated villages and hamlets:

  • Sciota (home to the township offices)
  • Snydersville
  • Hamilton Square
  • Bossardsville
  • Kellersville
  • Kemmererville
  • Sandhill
  • Stormville
  • Portions of Saylorsburg and Blue Mountain Pines

🏛️ Historic & Cultural Features

  • Christ Hamilton United Lutheran Church and Cemetery: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
  • Fenner–Snyder Mill: A preserved grist mill reflecting early industrial heritage
  • Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm: A working 19th-century farm museum offering immersive experiences in pioneer life

🚫 Short-Term Rentals

Hamilton Township has strict regulations:

  • Not permitted in residential zones
  • Only allowed in commercial zones with zoning board approval as hotel/motel use

🌄 Regional Identity

Hamilton Township is a place where Appalachian heritage meets agrarian tradition. Its landscape of fields, creeks, and wooded hills reflects centuries of settlement, while its proximity to Stroudsburg and the Delaware Water Gap makes it a quiet but connected part of Monroe County’s cultural corridor.

Short Term Rental Information

Short-term rentals are not allowed in Hamilton Township. Any property in a designated “A” zoning area is strictly prohibited from rentals. Use of C-1 zoning (commercial) property for short-term rentals should apply for an approved use as a hotel/motel which requires a variance granted by the zoning board.

Hamilton Township News

An estate notice has been issued for Rosemary A Kindrew, late of Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Robert D Kindrew has been granted Letters Testamentary in the estate. Debtors are instructed to settle outstanding debts promptly, while claimants must submit their claims within four months to Robert D Kindrew or his attorney, William J Reaser. A verified statement of claim must also be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of the 43rd Judicial District. The address for claimant notification must be included.

Eureka Stone Quarry, Inc. plans to conduct blasting activities at its Saylorsburg Quarry in Stroudsburg Township, Monroe County. The blasting will occur Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Warning signs will be posted, access roads will be barricaded before blasts, and audible signals will be sounded before and after detonation for safety. In case of emergencies or safety concerns, unscheduled blasts may occur. Residents concerned about the blasting schedule can contact the Quarry at 570-992-4210 to be added to a notification list.

At which school do you work in?

SHS – Guidance; I started at Hamilton Elementary

Where did you go to college?

NCC, ESU, US Navy

What do you do and Why?

I’m a secretary in guidance. I started working at SASD to have the same schedule as my children and benefits.

What is your goal with students?

TO help them with their Future plans; whether it’s college, military, or the workforce.

What was your first Job?

I was a Lifegaurd

into the wood theatre production

East Stroudsburg University’s Department of Theatre will present Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s beloved musical Into the Woods. The cast of students, directed by Jason Narvy, Ph.D., will welcome audiences Thursday, March 26 through Sunday, March 29.

Wildcat Ridge Conditional Use Hearing in Archbald

An estate notice has been issued for the late Charles R. Mackes of Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Letters of Administration for the estate have been granted to Robert L. Mackes. Individuals who owe debts to the estate are required to settle them promptly, while those with claims must submit them within 12 months from the notice date to Robert L. Mackes or his attorney, David A. Martino. Claims should be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of the Orphan's Court Division, accompanied by a verified statement of claim.

Hamilton Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, has prepared an Act 537 Component 3 Plan Update for the replacement of the Pleasant Valley Manor Wastewater Treatment Facility to meet sewer service needs. The proposed plan includes constructing a new wastewater treatment facility utilizing an extended aeration process near 4250 Manor Drive, Stroudsburg. The estimated cost for the PVM Wastewater Treatment Facility is $4,390,000, to be financed through general obligation bonds and user rates.

An estate notice has been issued for the estate of Bernard I. Garvey, also known as Bernard Irvin Garvey, who passed away in Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Mollie Garvey has been appointed as the Executrix of the estate. Individuals who owe money to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, while those with claims against the estate must submit them to Mollie Garvey or her attorney within four months from the notice date.

Brown Presses DEP on Fast-Tracked Data Center Projects

Last week, I announced my support for a temporary moratorium on new data center development and introduced my “Residents First” legislative package to ensure stronger safeguards are in place as our region faces increasing large-scale proposals.

The public notice announces the Estate of Norma R. Leap, also known as Norma Ruth Leap, in the Township of Hamilton, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Doris L. Masten has been granted Letters Testamentary for the estate. Debtors to the estate are instructed to settle their debts promptly, while those with claims must submit them within four months to the specified address. A verified statement of claim must also be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of the Forty-Third Judicial District, Monroe County.

A Complaint in Mortgage Foreclosure has been filed in the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, PA, Civil Division, Docket No. 000409-CV-2026. The Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation as Trustee for Freddie Mac Seasoned Credit Risk Transfer Trust, Series 2023-1 is the plaintiff against Nicholas James Rodgers a/k/a Nicholas J. Rodgers, in his capacity as heir of Randy C. Rodgers, and unknown heirs and successors related to Randy C. Rodgers.

A group of students from East Stroudsburg University’s sport management program recently took their skills to the national stage, competing in a competition that tests their talent and shows their potential.

Summary: The Monroe County Office of Voter Registration and Elections in Stroudsburg, PA, has issued a notice for the General Primary Election scheduled for May 19, 2026, between 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The notice outlines the various public offices and party offices for which nominations and elections will take place, including positions like Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Representatives in Congress, Senators, and Members of the State Committee. The election covers a wide range of districts within Monroe County, impacting voters across different townships and boroughs.

📚 The Eastern Monroe Public Library (EMPL) is seeking a dedicated community member to serve on its Board of Trustees. This is a wonderful opportunity to help guide the library’s future, support literacy and lifelong learning, and make a meaningful impact in your community.

Summary: CubeSmart #6225 in Sciota, PA will conduct a public sale of various self storage cube contents on March 11, 2026, at 7pm to settle a lien. The sale will be held online at www.StorageTreasures.com and includes items from individuals like Chris Ragsdale, Howard Daley Jr, and Michelle Joiner.

Brown, Secretary Carroll Announce Route 33 Safety Improvements

SAYLORSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Crews are working to clean up a crash involving an oil tanker in Monroe County. First responders were called out around 9:30 a.m. Friday to the wreck along Route 115 and Mount Eaton Road in Saylorsburg. The rollover appears to be just behind a large snow pile and landed in [...]

Summary: The estate of Carol Palmer, late of Ross Township, Monroe County, PA, is in the process of being settled. Letters Testamentary have been granted to Jodie Annette Turpin and Jonathan David Palmer. Debtors are asked to settle their debts promptly, while those with claims should submit them within 12 months to the appointed individuals or their attorney, David A. Martino. — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Carol Palmer, late of Ross Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Summary: The Estate of Jamie L. Franks in Chestnuthill Township, PA, has granted Letters of Administration to Susie M. Franks. Debtors to the estate are asked to settle their debts promptly, while individuals with claims must submit them within four months to Susie M. Franks and file a verified statement with the Clerk of Court of Common Pleas. — Original public notice (excerpt): Estate Notice Estate of Jamie L. Franks, late of Chestnuthill Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, May 5, 2025.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF BEVELRY A. LESH A/K/A BEVELRY LESH, Deceased, late of the Township of Hamilton, County of Monroe, Pennsylvania. WHEREAS, Letters Testamentary in the above-named Estate have been granted to Janice M. Mecca, Executrix. All personsindebted to the said Estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims or demands to present them without delay to: Janice M. Mecca, Executrix 22 Market Street PO BOX 19 Bangor, PA 18013 David J. Ceraul, Esquire 22 Market Street PO BOX 19 Bangor, PA 18013 Publication Dates LSOM0455022

Summary: The Estate of Beverly A. Lesh, also known as Beverly Lesh, is seeking immediate payment from debtors and requests individuals with claims or demands to come forward promptly. Janice M. Mecca has been granted Letters Testamentary as the Executrix of the estate, and all correspondence should be directed to her at the provided address in Bangor, PA. — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF BEVELRY A. LESH A/K/A BEVELRY LESH, Deceased, late of the Township of Hamilton, County of Monroe, Pennsylvania.

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Thurgood Marshall was the first African-American to serve as a Supreme Court Justice.

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.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY FORTY THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA NEWREZ LLC D/B/ A SHELLPOINT CIVIL ACTION MORTGAGE SERVICING, Plaintiff V. JUAN RIOS, Defendant IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA Civil Action Number: 006673-CV-2024 NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY TO: JUAN RIOS 136 Longwoods Drive Saylorsburg, PA 18353 Your real estate at 136 Longwoods Drive, Saylorsburg, PA 18353 is scheduled to be sold at the Monroe County Sheriff's Sale on the 26th of March, 2026 at 10:00 A.M.

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