Saturday, November 29, the Stroudsburg Boys Wrestling headed to the annual Battle of Bethlehem Duals and went back to back, winning against all three opposing teams. Blowing out Mariana Bracetti Academy 77-0, flying past Bangor 47-22, and finally taking down the Freedom Patriots 44-29. The previous year Stroudsburg lost to Freedom in not only the tournament, but also their duel 31-39.
Stroudsburg Borough
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Address
700 Sarah Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
United States
Email
lkopp@stroudsburgboro.com
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School District
Tax Rate
10.67 mills
Stroudsburg Borough is the historic heart of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, and the only traditional downtown in the Pocono Mountains region. With its walkable streets, Victorian architecture, and vibrant arts scene, Stroudsburg blends small-town charm with urban energy.
🏙️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot
- Serves as the county seat
- Covers approximately 1.74 square miles (4.51 km²)
- Sits at an elevation of around 509 feet (155 meters)
- Population of roughly 5,927 (based on the 2020 Census)
- ZIP Code: 18360
- Served by the Stroudsburg Area School District
🏛️ Historical Significance
- Founded: Laid out by Colonel Jacob Stroud in 1799; incorporated in 1815
- Historic Sites: Includes the Stroud Mansion, Monroe County Courthouse, and Academy Hill Historic District—all listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- Cultural Legacy: Once a key hub for trade and governance in northeastern Pennsylvania
🛍️ Downtown & Lifestyle
- Main Street: Lined with boutique shops, cafés, galleries, and live music venues
- Arts & Events: Home to the Sherman Theater, Pocono Arts Council, and seasonal festivals like StroudFest
- Dining Scene: Eclectic mix of international cuisine, craft breweries, and farm-to-table eateries
🌿 Natural Setting
- Creek Confluence: Located at the meeting point of Brodhead, McMichaels, and Pocono Creeks
- Nearby Attractions: Just 5 miles from the Delaware Water Gap, offering hiking, paddling, and scenic views
🏠Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Zoning Rules: STRs are prohibited in residential districts (R-1, R-2, R-3) but allowed in all other zones
- Requirements: License and annual inspection required
- STR Friendliness: Rated somewhat STR-friendly, with clear zoning boundaries
🌟 Borough Identity
Stroudsburg is a borough that wears its history proudly while embracing modern vibrancy. It’s a place where you can admire 19th-century architecture in the morning, hike a mountain trail in the afternoon, and catch a live show at night. As the county seat, it anchors Monroe County’s civic and cultural life with a distinctive blend of heritage and hospitality.
Short Term Rental Information
The borough of Stroudsburg has implemented a new Short-term Rental Ordinance and refined zoning regulations to prohibit short term rentals in residential districts (R-1, R-2 and R-3) and allow it in all other zoning districts. A license and annual inspection is required, more details under Housing section on borough's website. See rules and regulations and permit application below.
Stroudsburg News
On December 10 and 11, the Stroudsburg High School hosted a driving under the influence/distracted driving simulator.
Three volunteers from the Lehigh Valley Health Network Hospital came to run a technologically advanced driving simulation. Four desktop computers were connected to a steering wheel and pedals that mocked the inside of a vehicle.
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police in Stroudsburg are investigating vandalism at a popular art installation downtown. Several beloved Stroudsburg snowmen have been vandalized. On December 10, the Stroud Area Regional Police Department responded to West Main Street after several items from four snowmen were stolen, including the props and noses from the displays. Police [...]
Cost, sustainability, individuality. These are the three biggest reasons that people go thrifting. Thrift shops and second-hand stores have recently been experiencing a “boom” as buying secondhand becomes more popular in communities and with teenagers.
Vandalism of Snowmen in Stroudsburg
CaseDec 16, 2025On December 10th, 2025 SARPD was dispatched to the 1000 blk of W. Main St for a report of vandalism to several decorative snowman in Stroudsburg Boro.STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Police in Monroe County are investigating a report of shots fired that occurred Sunday night at the Stroud Mall. The Stroud Area Regional Police Department says police were dispatched just before 8:30 p.m. to the Stroud Mall for a report of shots fired. As a precaution, the mall was searched and [...]
Vandalism
CaseDec 16, 2025On December 10th, 2025 SARPD was dispatched to the 1000 blk of W. Main St for a report of vandalism to several decorative snowman in Stroudsburg Boro.On Saturday, December 6, 2025, Stroudsburg High School hosted its annual Craft Fair and Musicfest.
Craft Fest was held in the gymnasium from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. with many vendors from right here in Stroudsburg, or even some from nearby towns. Common Grounds was open for concessions, and the Stroudsburg Area Music Supporters (SAMS) were holding a bake sale and a guitar raffle. Sports teams like baseball and rifle also had tables for fundraisers.
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A heavy police presence congregated near the Stroud Mall Saturday night after a reported incident. Monroe County officials confirmed with 28/22 News police were called to the 300 block of Stroud Mall Road in Stroudsburg, Monroe County, near the Stroud Mall, for a reported shooting at about 8:45 p.m. So [...]
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00
Mosier Estate Notice ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Gail Mosier, also known as Gail M. Mosier, late of Hamilton Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00
NOTICE OF LEGAL ACTION IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CIVIL ACTION NO. 3721 CIVIL 2025 THE HAMLET PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC., Plaintiff v. CHARLES NOONAN, Defendants NOTICE To CHARLES NOONAN: You are hereby notified that Plaintiff THE HAMLET PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. has filed a Complaint, endorsed with a Notice to Defend, against you in the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, docketed to No. 3721 Civil 2025.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00
IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CIVIL DIVISION No.: 005159-CV-2025 WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-OPT1 Plaintiff v. CRAIG A. SILFEE; RHONDA SILFEE Defendant(s) NOTICE NOTICE TO: CRAIG A.
Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00
NOTICE OF LEGAL ACTION IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CIVIL ACTION NO. 6110 CIVIL 2025 A POCONO COUNTRY PLACE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff v. SHAWN T PUBLIK and JUDY L PANKO, Defendants NOTICE To SHAWN T PUBLIK and JUDY L PANKO: You are hereby notified that Plaintiff A POCONO COUNTRY PLACE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION has filed a Complaint against you, endorsed with a Notice to Defend, in the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, docketed to No. 6110 Civil 2025.
Tax Relief for Working Pennsylvanians
The new state budget we passed includes the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit, which provides meaningful relief for working families across the commonwealth.
Dunkelberger’s is a local outdoors shop that has been rooted in Stroudsburg, PA for five decades (Since 1972). They’ve changed locations three times in the span of 50 years – all on Main Street – and have settled down at 585 Main Street.
When the business was bought in the 1970’s, the store was a lot smaller and their products did not have nearly as much variety as they have now.
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Students making their way around the Kalahari water park to another location.
STROUDSBURG – The Pocono Mountains Economic Development Corporation (PMEDC) held its annual meeting on November 20 at the Monroe County Career and Technical Institute, in their new conference center, a project which PMEDC assisted in bringing to fruition. The event was well attended, with over 60 local leaders in attendance. During his remarks Gary Olson, PMEDC Board Chairman, stated “I…
On November 22, 2025, Stroudsburg High School hosted the Monroe County Bar Association’s annual Mock Trial Invitational. Nine different schools came to compete, bringing a total of fifteen different teams. It was a busy day with a lot of really strong competitor, but Stroudsburg had a standout moment of it’s own.
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Stroudsburg is officially stepping into the holiday season, and you won't have to look far to see the signs. Sixty life-size snowmen are now scattered throughout the downtown, the most the borough has ever had in this eight-year tradition. The "Snowmen of Stroudsburg" display is put on by "Go Collaborative", which [...]