Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Derek T. Bodell, late of Mount Pocono Borough, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Mount Pocono Borough
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Address
1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100
Mount Pocono, PA 18344
United States
Email
mduffy@mtpoconoboro.org
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School District
Tax Rate
6.50 mills
Mount Pocono Borough is a compact yet vibrant municipality located in central Monroe County, Pennsylvania, often considered the commercial and geographic heart of the Pocono Mountains. With its elevated terrain, resort history, and strategic location, Mount Pocono blends small-town charm with regional significance.
🏞️ Geographic & Civic Snapshot
- Incorporated: 1927
- Area: ~3.46 square miles (8.95 km²), all land
- Elevation: ~1,988 feet (606 m) — one of the highest points in the Poconos
- Population: 3,089 (2020 Census)
- ZIP Code: 18344
🏘️ Character & Community
- Historic Resort Town: Once a major stop on the Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad, Mount Pocono flourished as a summer resort destination in the late 19th and early 20th centuries
- Downtown Core: Pocono Boulevard serves as the borough’s main artery, lined with shops, restaurants, and civic buildings
- Residential Mix: Includes older homes, newer developments, and multi-family housing, reflecting both its resort legacy and modern growth
🛣️ Infrastructure & Access
- Highway Nexus: Centrally located at the junction of Routes 611, 940, and 196, making it a key transit point for Monroe County
- Transit: Served by Monroe County Transit Authority’s Pocono Pony system
- Short-Term Rentals: Permitted in R-3, C-1, and C-2 zones; not allowed in R-2 as of October 2023 ordinance update
🎡 Culture & Events
- Pocono Mountain Carnival: A beloved annual event featuring rides, games, and community spirit
- Youth & Recreation: Recently awarded a national grant to launch a youth mentoring program and expanded its parks and recreation offerings
🌄 Regional Identity
Mount Pocono is often seen as the gateway to the high Poconos, offering panoramic views, access to nearby resorts like Camelback and Kalahari, and a central location for commerce and tourism. Its blend of elevation, history, and accessibility makes it a unique borough with outsized influence in Monroe County.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals are only allowed in R-3, C-1 and C-2 zoning districts. The ordinance was updated in October 2023 to remove new licenses in R-2. See permit application below.
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Mount Pocono News
The Knob trail is officially open! 
Today the Mount Pocono Borough formally opened the first official trail in the borough with a ribbon cutting!NEPA Media Group, LLC
A recent incident in Coolbaugh Township’s A Pocono Country Place (APCP) has raised countywide concerns about private security personnel performing police-style traffic stops in violation of Pennsylvania law.
The Coolbaugh Case
Resident Mr. Ertle reports that APCP Public Safety Officers have been stopping vehicles with flashing red lights and sirens — conduct that Pennsylvania law reserves for authorized emergency vehicles operated by police, fire, or certain certified EMS units.
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Marie A. Schweers aka Marie Schweers , late of Mount Pocono, Monroe County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Administrator Michael Schweers 8 Gargon Pl Simsbury, CT 06070 July 11,18,25 2025 LSOM0328996
MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The recent storms slamming our area have been impacting a number of community outdoor events.
28/22 News stopped by a summertime staple in the Poconos and has more on how the group behind it isn’t letting rain dampen the fun.
The fun slide lights still shine bright, despite a foggy Tuesday morning in Mount Pocono.
The ride is one of dozens, all part of the Pocono Mountain Carnival that kicked off Monday, but had a rainy start.
MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Pocono Mountain Regional Police Department is investigating an animal cruelty incident where someone allegedly dumped a dog in a dumpster.
Police say that around 10:00 a.m. on Friday, a white Hispanic or Caucasian male driving a Nissan Rogue pulled up to a dumpster at Mi Casa Restaurant was captured dumping a small animal crate containing a small, beige dog similar to a Chihuahua into the garbage dumpster.
Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Marie A. Schweers aka Marie Schweers , late of Mount Pocono, Monroe County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Administrator Michael Schweers 8 Gargon Pl Simsbury, CT 06070 July 11,18,25 2025 LSOM0328996
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00
Public take notice NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on Sunday July 13, 2025 at 11 o'clock am, a public sale of the contents of Unit 007*Freddie Rollins, Unit 023*Michael Gardner, Unit 062*Mayretta Maigault, Units 108, 140 *Tara Girza, Unit 121*Sharlene Bullock, Unit 195*Randall Jennette, Unit 284*Lauren Colon, Unit 292*Alicia Peterkin, Unit 309*William Widdoss, Unit 317*Robert Perry Jr and Unit 406*Donald Wagner. Contents are being sold to satisfy the owner's lien pursuant to the Pennsylvania Self-Service Storage Facility Act. All sales are final.
David Frantz, Jr.
David Frantz, Jr. was arraigned today by Magistrate Richard White charged with two counts of Receiving Stolen Property.
Tue, 01 Jul 2025 00:00:00
Richard W. Keifer III I.D. #84924 Keifer Law Firm, LLC 311 Market Street Kingston, PA 18704 (570)371-3851 COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY ____________________________________ KOMATSU AMERICA CORP. : 2240 Bethlehem Pike : CIVIL ACTION - LAW Hatfield, PA 19440, : Plaintiff, : : No. 6884 Civil 2024 vs. : : POCONO PEBBLE & STONE LLC : 425 Carlton Rd : Suite 2 : Mount Pocono, PA 18344, : : and : : MICHAEL A. FLOOD : 425 Carlton Rd : Suite 2 : Mount Pocono, PA 18344, : : And : : KYLE SARGENT : 425 Carlton Rd : Suite 2 : Mount Pocono, PA 18344, : : Defendants.
Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Mount Pocono Borough Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the Mount Pocono Borough Municipal Building, 1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100, Mount Pocono, PA 18344 to consider the request for Variance relief from Section 215-16A of the Zoning Ordinance, which incorporates Attachment 1 (Schedule of Uses). This relief is requested to allow for a two-family dwelling use in a Zoning District where it is prohibited. Iran G.
MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Marking a huge milestone, a local volunteer fire company in the Poconos is celebrating a century of service.
Hitting triple digits of service, it’s an accomplishment worth bragging about here at the Pocono Mountain Volunteer Fire Company.
“One of the best things I ever heard was, ‘the greatest thing since sliced bread,’ well, we’ve been around longer than sliced bread!” said Terry Cramer, president of Pocono Mountain Volunteer Fire Company.
Mount Pocono Pa –
The Mount Pocono Borough has adopted a new site for Parks & Recreation called Rec Desk! This site will allow residents to reserve our Oak St baseball fields, new indoor fieldhouse, as well as pavilions.
On this site residents will also be able to view different events going on at our parks and discover all the park amenities Mount Pocono has to offer!
Visit the Mount Pocono Rec Desk portal to reserve and explore today! Mount Pocono Borough > Home
Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Mount Pocono Borough Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 6:00 P.M. at the Mount Pocono Borough Municipal Building, 1361 Pocono Boulevard, Suite 100, Mount Pocono, PA 18344 to consider the request for Variance relief from Section 215-16A of the Zoning Ordinance, which incorporates Attachment 1 (Schedule of Uses). This relief is requested to allow for a two-family dwelling use in a Zoning District where it is prohibited. Iran G.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Norman DeLano, late of Mount Pocono Borough, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00
Public Take Notice NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on Sunday June15, 2025 at 11 o'clock am, a public sale of the contents of Unit 287*Andrea Ajab, Unit 338*Carl Blackman, Unit 017*Selena Brown, Unit 251*Paul Conklin, Unit 413*Warren Dupre, Unit 239*Peter Groome, Unit 192*Migdalia Montalvo, Units 116, 132 -Olivia Newman, Unit 387*Sean Raines-McDaniel, Unit 198*Lashon Rinehart, Unit 113*Samantha Rist and Unit 052*Paulette Tabb. Contents are being sold to satisfy the owner's lien pursuant to the Pennsylvania Self-Service Storage Facility Act. All sales are final.
Thu, 05 Jun 2025 00:00:00
Public Take Notice NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on Sunday June15, 2025 at 11 o'clock am, a public sale of the contents of Unit 287*Andrea Ajab, Unit 338*Carl Blackman, Unit 017*Selena Brown, Unit 251*Paul Conklin, Unit 413*Warren Dupre, Unit 239*Peter Groome, Unit 192*Migdalia Montalvo, Units 116, 132 -Olivia Newman, Unit 387*Sean Raines-McDaniel, Unit 198*Lashon Rinehart, Unit 113*Samantha Rist and Unit 052*Paulette Tabb. Contents are being sold to satisfy the owner's lien pursuant to the Pennsylvania Self-Service Storage Facility Act. All sales are final.
Fri, 30 May 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Norman DeLano, late of Mount Pocono Borough, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
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Good afternoon, Mount Pocono Residents! ?
This week there will be a one-day DELAY for trash pick-up due to the Memorial Day holiday.
Casella Waste will pick up residential trash, recycling, and bulk items on THURSDAY May 29th instead of Wednesday.
Sun, 18 May 2025 00:00:00
AMENDED NOTICE OF SHERIFF'S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY PURSUANT TO PA. R.C.P. 3129(2) IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEASOF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA NO. 5162-2023 ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE CITIZENS SAVINGS BANK, Plaintiff vs.
Tue, 13 May 2025 00:00:00
Vehicle Auction 05-14-2025 The following vehicle will be held for auction at Ed's Towing & Auto Service, 206 Sterling Rd Mount Pocono, PA 18344. 2017 Mercedes E300 VIN WDDZF4KB3HA099324 Auction Date 05-14-25 at 9:00 am We reserve the right to refuse any and all bids. Title will follow paperwork from Harrisburg May 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14 2025 LSOM0288491
Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00
Vehicle Auction 05-14-2025 The following vehicle will be held for auction at Ed's Towing & Auto Service, 206 Sterling Rd Mount Pocono, PA 18344. 2017 Mercedes E300 VIN WDDZF4KB3HA099324 Auction Date 05-14-25 at 9:00 am We reserve the right to refuse any and all bids. Title will follow paperwork from Harrisburg May 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14 2025 LSOM0288491
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is giving back to the businesses and nonprofits that serve the community across several area counties.
Thanks to this year's community impact grant, the Mount Pocono Borough and the Mount Pocono Parks and Recreation Foundation will each receive $10,000.
The money will be put toward the annual Winter Wonderland Holiday display and the creation of Mount Pocono's pocket park.
MOUNT POCONO, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Mount Airy Casino Resort announces its "A Summer of Tributes" concert series. Starting June 14 and running until September 20, there will be tribute artists including Bob Seger, Bruce Springsteen, Bruno Mars, and Billy Joel.
Here is the schedule for the Mount Airy Casino Resort "A Summer of Tributes" concert series: