HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A new Pennsylvania law is urging drivers to put their phone away or pay a fine. State officials joined the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania State Police in Monroe County on Monday, highlighting Paul Miller's law. Drivers caught using a hand-held device while driving will pay a [...]
Hamilton Township
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Address
229 Fenner Avenue
PO Box 285
Sciota, PA 18354
United States
Email
hamtwp@ptd.net
School District
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
Adele L. Fitzgerald, also known as Adele Fitzgerald, passed away on 3/15/26 in Hamilton Township, Monroe County, PA. Letters of Administration for her estate have been granted to Andrew Lenza. All individuals with claims against the estate are requested to notify Andrew Lenza, the Administrator, at the address provided. Those who owe debts to the deceased are urged to settle their payments promptly. Attorney Brian M. Balduzzi from Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP is representing the estate. WARNING: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.
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The estate of David J. Geiger, Sr., also known as David Joseph Geiger, who resided in Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Letters of Administration have been granted to David J. Geiger, II. Debtors to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, and creditors must submit their claims to David J. Geiger, II or his attorney within four (4) months from the date of this notice.
From Jacob Stroud originally founding Stroudsburg to Mini Thon raising money to help cancer patients; Stroudsburg along with its high school has developed over the years. Starting from the small school in Hamilton township to now a pillar of community on central Main Street.
Over the years Stroudsburg has changed greatly over the years. Along with this development came large changes to the school system and the high school.
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Stroudsburg High School has a tradition called “Senior Walk” for seniors to go back to their elementary schools to visit their old teachers one last time.
On March 22, 2026, the class of ‘26 went to the local elementary schools: Chipperfield, Morey, Hamilton, and Arlington.
Kids leave for the walk during sixth period, so the Mountaineer was able to talk to some students beforehand.
Alexandra Raughley and Jacob Fedin from Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania have a hearing scheduled at the Magisterial District No 43-3-02 in Stroudsburg, PA on June 8, 2026. The petition is for a Certificate of Title for a 2004 FS-65 Thomas Bus with Diesel Fuel, weighing 18,000lbs and measuring 42ft long. The bus was acquired on April 7, 2026, through a purchase on Facebook Marketplace from Ethan Hernandez of Cresco, PA. This notice is to inform any previous owners, lien holders, or other involved parties.* *Warning: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.
Nearly 80% of Pocono Mountain students could soon attend school within the impact radius of a hyperscale data center. That is not an exaggeration, and it should stop every parent, taxpayer, and elected official in this region.
Karen Lance has been granted Letters Testamentary for the estate of Claudia Dennis. Debtors are asked to pay promptly, and claimants must submit their claims within four months to Karen Lance or her attorney. A verified statement of claim must also be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County. Contact information: Karen Lance, 1110 County Road 519, Newton, NJ 07860. Attorney: Joseph P. McDonald, Jr., 1651 West Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.* *Warning: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.
The Monroe County Office of Voter Registration and Elections has issued a notice for the General Primary Election to be held on May 19, 2026, between 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The notice includes the list of public offices for which nominations will be made and party offices for which candidates will be elected. The offices include Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Representatives in Congress for the 7th and 8th Districts, Senators and Representatives in the General Assembly for various districts, and members of the Democratic and Republican State Committees.
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May 14, 2026
State Rep. Tarah Probst is officially calling out the federal government and state agencies for trying to take a “permitting shortcut” on the I-80 expansion project, a move she says ignores the deep environmental and historical roots of Monroe County.
The estate of Janet W. Marks, also known as Janet M. Marks or Janet Marks, who resided in Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, and has passed away. Letters Testamentary have been granted to Bonnie J. Beaver. Debtors to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, and creditors must submit their claims within four months from the date of this notice to Bonnie J. Beaver or Kevin A. Hardy, Esquire.
The estate of Dolores C. Steinmetz, who resided in Saylorsburg, Monroe County, PA, is being handled by Executor Floyd M. Steinmetz, Jr. Any individuals with claims against or debts owed to the estate should contact the executor at 3325 Bridlepath Road, Easton, PA 18045. This notice is valid for the period of May 1, 8, and 15, 2026. Reference number: LSOM0508412.* *Warning: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors. See original notice for official details. — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Dolores C.
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HAMILTON TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two people have been identified in the Monroe County death investigation. On April 30, the Monroe County Coroner’s Office was called to a home in Hamilton Township for two people who were reported dead. The coroner has identified the two as Roy Blew, 64, and Jennifer Fredrickson, 38, both from Hamilton [...]
On May 13, 2026 at 7pm, CubeSmart #6225 located at 2227 Route 209, Sciota, PA 18354 will conduct a public sale to satisfy a lien. The sale will involve the contents of storage cubes belonging to Keeli Ashtyn Dutan, Tai Ruiz, and Richard Holcomb. This sale is in accordance with LSOM0498584 and will be for cash only. For more details, visit www.StorageTreasures.com.* *Warning: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors.
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An investigation is ongoing after police say two people were found dead inside a residence in Monroe County. According to a report from police, on April 29 at 7:35 p.m., officers were called to a residence on Smith Road in Hamilton Township for reports of shots fired during a [...]
Several properties owned by Samuel Kidd, specifically Units 19, 20, and 21 at Feather Ridge Realty located at 1320 Kunkletown Road, Saylorsburg, PA 18353, will be sold at a public auction on Thursday, May 14, 2026, starting at 10:00 a.m. For inquiries, please reach out to Feather Ridge Realty at 570-872-1899.* *Warning: AI-assisted summary by NEPA Media Group LLC (ChatGPT). May contain errors. See original notice for official details. — Original public notice (excerpt): PUBLIC NOTICE AUCTION For failure to Pay Rent, the following properties will be sold at public auction.
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An estate notice has been issued for the late Sandra K. Krieger, also known as Sandra Krieger, from Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. The undersigned, Kim Prelovsky, has been granted Letters of Testamentary for the estate. Debtors to the estate are required to settle outstanding debts promptly, while individuals with claims must present them within four months to Kim Prelovsky or her attorney, Lori J. Cerato, at 729 Sarah Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Claims should be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Forty-third Judicial District.
The public notice announces the estate of Barbara J. Serfass, also known as Barbara Serfass, residing at 125 Majestic Drive, Saylorsburg, in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Letters Testamentary for the estate have been issued to Diane E. Anderson, also known as Diane Anderson. Debtors are instructed to settle outstanding debts promptly, while individuals with claims against the estate should present them for resolution without delay. Contact information for Diane E. Anderson and her attorney, Matthew G. Schnell of STRUBINGER LAW, P.C., is provided for necessary communications.
The public notice announces the estate administration of Paul Joseph Allgair, deceased as of January 16, 1926, in Hamilton Township, Monroe County, PA. Jacob Aaron Allgair has been appointed as the Executor of the estate and requests all individuals with claims or debts against the decedent to notify him promptly. The address for sending claims or making payments is provided as c/o Jonathan Atkinson, Esq., at 220 N. Main St., Souderton, PA 18964.
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