The 30-year-old is accused of killing a man over Memorial Day weekend outside My Place Bar & Grill in Middle Smithfield Township.
Middle Smithfield Township
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Address
147 Municipal Drive
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
United States
Email
mclewell@mstownship.com
Phone
Fax
School District
Tax Rate
2.84 mills
Middle Smithfield Township is a geographically expansive and culturally diverse municipality in northeastern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, nestled between the Delaware Water Gap and the Pocono Mountains. It’s a place where natural beauty, historic depth, and modern development converge—making it one of the county’s most dynamic townships.
🗺️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Area: ~54.2 square miles (140.2 km²), with ~2% water coverage
- Elevation: ~636 feet (194 m)
- Population: 16,014 (2020 Census)
- School District: East Stroudsburg Area School District
🏘️ Communities & Features
- Villages & Developments: Includes Marshalls Creek, Bushkill, Resica Falls, and parts of Saw Creek
- Natural Assets: Borders the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, with access to hiking, waterfalls, and river activities
- Historic Sites: Home to several properties on the National Register of Historic Places, including:
- Cold Spring Farm Springhouse
- John Michael Farm
- Schoonover Mountain House
- Zion Lutheran Church
🏞️ Recreation & Culture
- Pocono Indian Museum: Offers insights into indigenous history and culture
- Outdoor Activities: Popular for hiking, fishing, and wildlife observation, especially near Bushkill Falls and Resica Falls
- Transportation: Served by the Monroe County Transit Authority’s “Pocono Pony,” with recent route expansions to Bushkill and Marshalls Creek
🏠 Short-Term Rentals
- STR-Friendly: Permitted with licensing; max occupancy of 14 guests per property
- Popular Zones: Especially active near Shawnee Ski Resort and planned communities like Saw Creek and Pocono Ranch Lands
🌄 Regional Identity
Middle Smithfield Township is a place where Appalachian heritage meets modern Pocono living. Its blend of preserved wilderness, historic architecture, and residential growth makes it a compelling study in regional transformation. Whether you're tracing colonial farms or exploring wooded trails, the township offers a rich canvas for cultural and geographic storytelling.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals in Middle Smithfield Township require a permit and have occupancy restrictions including a maximum occupancy limit of 14. STR is popular in the township due to the proximity to Shawnee Ski Resort, the Delaware Water Gap and Bushkill Falls. There are many planned communities that limit STR, see a list of Middle Smithfield Homeowner Associations.
Middle Smithfield Township News
MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A Monroe County homicide suspect remains hospitalized and in police custody, after he was shot at eight times outside a nightclub in Utah, according to Pennsylvania State Police.
Middle Smithfield Township has agreed to a three-year deal with TextMyGov, a texting service Monroe County recently began using.
TextMyGov is coming to Middle Smithfield Township
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s). School Info. Assigned Schools Information: East Stroudsburg Senior High School South, Public ...
EAST STROUDSBURG 2.64 ACRE Vacant Lot Available for Sale! Satisfactory Perc Test on File! Taxes Only $1,634.17/Year in Middle Smithfield Township ...
MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A home is damaged after a fire in Monroe County.
Crews were called to Green Mountain Drive in Middle Smithfield Township at 3:00 p.m. for a reported fire.
Several crews responded to the fire which officials say began in the garage.
East Stroudsburg Senior High School South, Public District Grades 9-12; Resica Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5; John T. Lambert ...
Welcome to your newly renovated bi-level home featuring three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, nestled in Middle Smithfield Township with NO HOA ...
Lot: Cleared, Other, Level; Lot Size: 0.64 Acres. School Info. Assigned Schools Information: East Stroudsburg ...
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 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 Mortgage Assets Management, LLC CIVIL 233-CV-2021. 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, September 26, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 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 004687 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, September 26, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 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 008086-CV-2022 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, September 26, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 23 Aug 2024 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 3562 CIVIL 2016 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, September 26, 2024 AT 10:00 A.M.
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump; Cooling: Central Air. School Info. Assigned Schools Information: East Stroudsburg Senior ...
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Scott Andrew Thorsen a/k/a Scott A. Thorsen, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 16 Aug 2024 00:00:00
Public Notice- Watts Estate ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Hollie S. Watts, also known as Hollie Olszyk Watts, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Lorraine Browne, lateof Middle Smithfield , Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
This vacant residential 0.56-acre property for sale in Monroe County, PA could be the ideal location for your dream home.
Quiet, Rustic and picturesque setting with mature trees in sought-after Middle Smithfield Township, this 1.6 acre parcel may be the one for you! Could ...
Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Scott Andrew Thorsen a/k/a Scott A. Thorsen, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 09 Aug 2024 00:00:00
Public Notice- Watts Estate ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Hollie S. Watts, also known as Hollie Olszyk Watts, late of Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Dedicated to addressing hunger and isolation Monroe County Meals on Wheels volunteers are the eyes and ears for those seeking help.
The hustle and bustle at Monroe County Meals on Wheels happen year-round, but this month it’s around-the-clock work.
Special Events Coordinator Stacey Koeck says the event raises awareness about the non-profit and its program drives to benefit clients.
Thu, 08 Aug 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Lorraine Browne, lateof Middle Smithfield , Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.