MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TWP, MONROE CO. (WOLF) — State Police have arrested the man involved in a shooting last night...
Middle Smithfield Township
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Address
147 Municipal Drive
East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
United States
Email
mclewell@mstownship.com
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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
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MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say a mother left her 3-year-old unattended with a loaded gun inside a car ...
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MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say they arrested a man after he chased and shot at another man in Monroe County.
According to Pennsylvania State Police, on August 6 troopers were called to a shooting incident at My Place Bar & Grill in Middle Smithfield Township around 1:30 a.m.
After further investigation, PSP said a man, later identified as Jose Ramos, 39, of Stroudsburg, chased a 30-year-old man with a gun and then fired one round at the victim.
Established by resolution, the purpose of the Economic Development Advisory Committee shall be to advise the Board of Supervisors on matters dealing with the advancement and expansion of economic development within Middle Smithfield Township.
The Middle Smithfield Township Supervisors adopted the International Building Codes effective January 1, 2004 as required by Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code – Act 45.