Sun, 06 Apr 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Jason E. Duncan aka Jason Duncan aka Jason Edward Duncan , late of Mount Pocono, 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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Fax
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
Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00
Public take notice Take notice that on Sunday April 13, 2025 at 11 o'clock am, a public sale of the contents of Unit 041*Shamecca Anderson, Units 347, 363*Rebecca Bowman, Unit 186*Hannah Francette, Units 108, 140*Tara Girza, Unit 239*Peter Groome and Units 021, 026, 044, 077*Victoria Vogel. Contents are being sold to satisfy the owner's lien pursuant to the Pennsylvania Self-Service Storage Facility Act. All sales are final. Cash, credit card or bank checks only. Property will be sold as is, at Mount Pocono Self Storage, P.O. Box 759, Mount Pocono, PA 18344.
Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of PATRICIA A. CLARK, late of MOUNT POCONO BOROUGH, MONROE County, PA. Any person or persons having claim against or indebted to estate present same to Executor MELISSA D. ST. HILAIRE 31 HOLLY FOREST ROAD MOUNT POCONO, PA 18344 JOHN F. SPALL, ESQUIRE 2573 ROUTE 6 HAWLEY, PA 18428 Publication Dates LSOM0267607
Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Jason E. Duncan aka Jason Duncan aka Jason Edward Duncan , late of Mount Pocono, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00
SECTION 001116 – INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that Mount Pocono Borough will receive sealed bids online via the PennBid Program (http://pennbid.bonfirehub.com) until 10:00 AM prevailing time on Thursday, April 24, 2025 for the Candlewood Lane Improvements Project. The work includes but is not limited to all labor, materials, tools, oversight and permits required to mill and overall existing Cul-de-sac, install rolled concrete curb, storm pipes and structures and all other work shown or reasonably implied.
Dear Library Patrons,
We want to inform you about a recent executive order that could impact the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), an essential federal agency that supports libraries across the nation.
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Call it an end-of-winter celebration in the Poconos. Dozens of people put on their skis or snowboards on Saturday and took part in Camelback's Annual Pond Skim.
The ultimate goal was to avoid falling and making a splash while navigating a 90-foot-long stretch of water.
Celebrity judges like 28/22 News Reporter Sydney Kostus sat on lounge chairs and scored the snowboarders and skiers.
Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00
SECTION 001116 – INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given that Mount Pocono Borough will receive sealed bids online via the PennBid Program (http://pennbid.bonfirehub.com) until 10:00 AM prevailing time on Thursday, April 24, 2025 for the Candlewood Lane Improvements Project. The work includes but is not limited to all labor, materials, tools, oversight and permits required to mill and overall existing Cul-de-sac, install rolled concrete curb, storm pipes and structures and all other work shown or reasonably implied.
Tue, 18 Mar 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, March 25, 2025, beginning at 6:30 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 the setback requirements outlined in Attachment 2 of the Zoning Ordinance (Schedule of Development Standards). This relief is requested to allow for the expansion of an existing public facility use. Pennsylvania American Water Co.
Tue, 18 Mar 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, March 25, 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 an application to expand an existing public facility use at the subject property, which is permitted by Special Exception in accordance with Section 215-111C(1) of the Zoning Ordinance. Pennsylvania American Water Co.
Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Joanne Panasiuk, late of Mount Pocono Borough, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Tue, 11 Mar 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, March 25, 2025, beginning at 6:30 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 the setback requirements outlined in Attachment 2 of the Zoning Ordinance (Schedule of Development Standards). This relief is requested to allow for the expansion of an existing public facility use. Pennsylvania American Water Co.
Tue, 11 Mar 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, March 25, 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 an application to expand an existing public facility use at the subject property, which is permitted by Special Exception in accordance with Section 215-111C(1) of the Zoning Ordinance. Pennsylvania American Water Co.
Stroudsburg High School’s (SHS) Mock Trial team won its state competition on Feb. 25 and 26, with all eight judges voting unanimously 8-0 at the Monroe County Courthouse.
The Prosecution team consisted of attorneys Kona Maronpot, ‘25, Arianna Vidaic, ‘26, and Layla Macedon, ‘25, and witnesses Peter Leyba, ‘25, Colton Leeth, ‘25, and Jacob Pachter, ‘27. They competed against Notre Dame and won 4-0.
Sun, 09 Mar 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Joanne Panasiuk, late of Mount Pocono Borough, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Pick Up the Poconos Returns for Spring 2025
Volunteer registration open for April 26 the region-wide litter cleanup
March 10, 2025 – Celebrate Earth Day by spending time caring for the environment. The Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau (PMVB) is once again seeking volunteers for its region-wide litter pick-up day happening on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (rain or shine).
Mount Pocono Borough has been awarded a $5,000 grant from One For Nature to support the creation of a new trail near the Knob Overlook. This project will create access to a trail that allows residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Pocono Mountains. This is the second consecutive year that One For Nature has supported the Knob Overlook. Last year, their funding helped install directional signage, highlighting the area’s significance and breathtaking views.
Exciting news for Mount Pocono! The Borough has been awarded a $600,000 grant from the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to fund long-overdue improvements to Pine Hill Road. This critical project will enhance safety at one of our most challenging intersections by widening the road, installing a traffic light, and adding essential features to improve visibility and traffic flow. Anyone who has tried to pull out of Pine Hill Road knows how difficult—and dangerous—it can be.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00
Public take notice NOTICE OF SALE Take notice that on Sunday March 16, 2025 at 11 o'clock am, a public sale of the contents of Unit 287*Andrea Ajab, Unit 017*Selena Brown, Unit 053*Gary Lee Davis, , Unit 192*Migdalia Montalvo, Unit 113*Samantha Rist and Units 183, 235*Cynthia Smith. Contents are being sold to satisfy the owner's lien pursuant to the Pennsylvania Self-Service Storage Facility Act. All sales are final. Cash, credit card or bank checks only. Property will be sold as is, at Mount Pocono Self Storage, P.O. Box 759, Mount Pocono, PA 18344.
Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00
Sludge Bid 2025 Notice Notice is hereby given that the Mount Pocono Municipal Authority will receive sealed bids via the PennBid program (https://pennbid.procureware.com) until April 8, 2025, 4:00 PM EST for the removal of liquid sludge from the Mt. Pocono Sewage Treatment Facility located at 1478 Pocono Blvd. (Route 611), Mt. Pocono Borough, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. The scope of work is removal/hauling liquid sludge.
Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Joanne Panasiuk, late of Mount Pocono Borough, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Two groups of students from East Stroudsburg University’s sport management program recently took their skills to the national stage, competing in a pair of competitions that tested their talent and showcased their potential.
If a spouse dies in a suspicious car accident after a person is murdered, the procedure involves immediate police notification, scene preservation, evidence collection, autopsy, a thorough investigation including a negative investigation to determine the cause of death and any potential criminal involvement.
Tue, 18 Feb 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Maria L. Palmeroni, late of Mount Pocono, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.