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Stroudsburg Borough

Address

700 Sarah Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
United States

Email
lkopp@stroudsburgboro.com
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, cafĂ©s, 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

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 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 1795 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, March 27, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 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 1578 CIVIL 2024 I, Nick Cirranello, Sheriff of Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will expose the following described real estate to public sale in the Monroe County Courthouse, Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Pennsylvania on: Thursday, March 27, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE 4813 CIVIL 2024 RIVER VILLAGE PHASE IIIB OWNERS ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff(s) Vs. MICHAEL V CAVANAUGH, SURVIVING TENANT BY THE ENTIRETY OF JOANNE M CAVANAUGH, DECEASED, Defendant(s) NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY This notice is sent to you in an attempt to collect a DEBT and any information obtained from you will be used for that purpose. Your house (real estate) at Interval No. 5, Unit No.

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF SEAN RICHMOND, DECEASED. Late of Stroudsburg, Monroe County, PA. LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who requests all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to KRISTA RICHMOND, ADMINISTRATOR, at 321 Colbert Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. Publication Dates LSOM0244136

(WBRE/WYOU)— It’s Read Across America Week, and the team here at 28/22 News has already been getting in on the fun.

The I-team's Andy Mehalshick stopped by Solomon Plains Elementary School to read to first grade students.

He read a book about staying in bed late.

Andy says the students in Mrs. Tona's class were very attentive and asked great questions.

In the fast-paced world of high school, it is no surprise that students turn to energy drinks to make it through long school days and late study sessions. With promises of increased focus, heightened energy, and improved focus, these brightly colored cans seem like the perfect solution to the demands of school life. However, as their popularity surges so do concerns about potential health risks.

Are these drinks truly the miracle booster they claim to be, or are they a dangerous shortcut to staying alert?

Photo of SOWELLS, NAZARETH JAHAD SOWELLS, NAZARETH JAHAD

(1 count) Possession of Small Amount of Marijuana (M)
(1 count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)

Age

22

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

5' 8"

Weight

140 lbs

Hair

Photo not available for SPRUILL, JOSHUA MALIK SPRUILL, JOSHUA MALIK

(1 count) Possession of Small Amount of Marijuana (M)
(1 Count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M) & 4 Summary Traffic Offenses

Age

20

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

6' 2"

Weight

180 lbs

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00

MONROE COUNTY TAX COLLECTION COMMITTEE BOARD OF DELEGATES PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the regular meetings for 2025 of the Monroe County Tax Collection Committee Board of Delegates will be held at 9:30 a.m., prevailing time on Monday, March 31 2025 and Monday, October 27, 2025. Meetings are held at the Monroe County Public Safety Canter, 100 Gypsum Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 for any business that may come before the committee. Meetings are open to the public. Ed Cramer, MCTCC Chairman March 5, 2025

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE OF REGISTRATION TO DO BUSINESS Notice is hereby given that a Foreign Registration Statement was filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg by Two Palms Press, Inc., a business corporation incorporated in New York, with a principal address in New York of 476 Broadway, 3rd Floor, New York, New York 10013, and a Pennsylvania office address of 729 North Shore Road, Pocono Lake, PA 18347. CRAMER, SWETZ, McMANUS, JORDAN & SAYLOR, P.C. Timothy J.

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY FORTY-THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA NO. 5007-CV-2024 R&T INTERNATIONAL MUFFLER AND BRAKE, INC., Plaintiff, vs. JOSEPH GONZOLAS, and F.E. GONZALEZ FUENTES Defendant. PETITION FOR TITLE FOR A 2003 DODGE PICKUP R1500 To Joseph Gonzolas and F.E. Gonzalez Fuentes: On July 31, 2024, Plaintiff in the above matter filed a Petition to Obtain Motor Vehicle Title for the above identified vehicle. A hearing is scheduled on the Petition for April 24, 2025, at 2:30 p.m.

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY FORTY-THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA NO. 5009-CV-2024 R&T INTERNATIONAL MUFFLER AND BRAKE, INC., Plaintiff, vs. UNKNOWN OWNER, Defendant. PETITION FOR TITLE FOR A 1968 CHEVROLET CORVETTE COUPE To the Unknown Owner of the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe, VIN#194378S427989 On July 31, 2024, Plaintiff in the above matter filed a Petition to Obtain Motor Vehicle Title for the above identified vehicle. A hearing is scheduled on the Petition for April 24, 2025, at 2:30 p.m.

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Pauline Dewitsky, a/k/a Pauline L. Dewitsky, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Tobyhanna Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing at the Tobyhanna Township Municipal Building, 105 Government Center Way, Pocono Pines, PA 18350, on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of hearing the following: APPLICANTS Carrie Lynn Anderson and Shawn Anthony Bean of 4820 Rainbow Ridge Circle, Schwenksville, PA 19473 seek a dimensional variance from the minimum 15 ft. side yard setback to construct a front porch extending to within 12 ft. of the side lot line.

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE Zoning Hearing Board of Stroud Township will conduct a Public Hearing at the Stroud Township Municipal Building, 1211 North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 6:30 pm to consider the following: ZHB #25-03 Applicant Paul and Betty Mansour of 701 Hammond Lane, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The brother of a man accused of killing a teen at Wawa in Stroudsburg has been charged as a third suspect in the case.

According to the Stroud Area Regional Police Department, 18-year-old Christopher Quattrochi, of Bushkill, is charged in the incident at Wawa on November 30 that led to the death of 17-year-old Garret Gearhart.

Photo of Quattrochi, Christopher  Quattrochi, Christopher

(1 count) 18 2702 (A)(1) Aggravated Assault (F1)
(1 count) 18 2702 (A)(1) Conspiracy to Commit Aggravated Assault
(1 count) 18 5503 (1) Riot (F3)
(1 count) 18 5501 (1) Conspiracy to Commit Riot (F3)
(1 count) 18 6301 (a)(1)(i) Corruption of minors (M1)
(1 count) 18 2701 (a)(1) Simple Assault (M2)

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA PHH MORTGAGE CORPORATION Plaintiff v. ASHOT YEGHIAZARYAN Defendant(s) CIVIL DIVISION No.: 003249-CV-2024 NOTICE TO: ASHOT YEGHIAZARYAN NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Being Premises: 145 McCauley Ave, Pocono Pines, PA 18350 Being in TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, County of MONROE, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, 19.6.1.43-1 a/k/a 196335031190777 a/k/a 19.6-43-1 Improvements consist of residential property.

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00

Sharp v. Camp NOTICE OF LEGAL ACTION AUSTIN CAMP To: Austin Camp The Plaintiff is Maria Sharp. The Defendant is Austin Camp. A personal injury case has been filed in Monroe County Civil Court. NOTICE IF YOU WISH TO DEFEND, YOU MUST ENTER A WRITTEN APPEARANCE PERSONALLY, OR BY ATTORNEY AND FILE YOUR DEFENSES OR OBJECTIONS IN WRITING WITH THE COURT. YOU ARE WARNED THAT IF YOU FAIL TO DO SO THE CASE MAY PROCEED WITHOUT YOU AND A JUDGMENT MAY BE ENTERED AGAINST YOU WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE FOR THE RELIEF REQUESTED BY THE PLAINTIFF.

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00

Monroe County Conservation Districts March Work Session The Monroe County Conservation Districts March Work Session is scheduled to begin at 8:30am at the MCCD office, 8050 Running Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. March 3 2025 LSOM0249781

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:00:00

MCCD Rebid: Staining and Power-washing Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read by the Monroe County Conservation District on March 20, 2025 at 9am at the MCCD office, 8050 Running Valley Road, Stroudsburg, PA 18360 for the following: MCCD Rebid: Staining and Power-Washing. Bid packet can be secured via PennBid. March 3 2025 LSOM0249759

Photo not available for Casey, Stephanie  Casey, Stephanie

(18) 3126 (A)(1) Indecent Assault
& (1 count) 18 2709(a)(1) Harassment (S)

Age

34

Race

White

Gender

Female

In November 2024, the students of Stroudsburg High School (SHS) received an email from the principal, Jeffrey Sodl.

Many students were misbehaving in the time leading up to the email, and he figured it was time to give a written warning, which is why the email listed seven reminders of what students were expected to do daily, a few rules, and informative wake-up calls.

Other than the usual dress code, Smart-Pass, earbuds, and phone reminders, he also mentioned bathrooms.

Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
6:30pm Planning Commission
4:30pm Streets Committee
David Krissman
1:00pm Mental Health Committee
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
5:15pm Parking Committee
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
4:30pm Codes Committee
6:00pm PR/Media Committee
Noon: Shayna Canty: AmeriCorps Community VISTA Amb
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Noon: Jospeh A. Akob: Executive Director ESU
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg First Saturday Art Walk -
5:00pm Junior Council Committee
7:00pm Council Meeting
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
6:30pm Planning Commission
4:30pm Redevelopment Committee
4:00pm Shade Tree Commission
Noon: Kenneth Long: ESU President
1:00pm Mental Health Committee
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -

SASD Calendar

Source Event Date
First Day of School
Labor Day Holiday (Schools Closed)
2 Hour Delay - Students Only/Act 80 Faculty Data Meeting
Star Dental Van - SHS and B.F. Morey Elementary -
Middle School Open House -
Hamilton Elementary Open House -
Rachels Challenge -
Act 80 Day (Indigenous Peoples' Day) - No School for Students
Star Dental Van - SHS & BF Morey Elementary -
Star Dental Van -
Act 80 Day - No School for Students
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
School Board Meeting - Reorganization Meeting -
Special meeting re: possible expulsion -
JH - Scheduling Night -
Chamber Orchestra -
JH - Scheduling Night (Snow Date) -
5th Grade Band, Chorus, Orchestra -
District Art Show -
High School Musical -
6/7 Orchestra -
6/7 Band -
8/9 Grade Band -
National Junior Honor Society Ceremony -
HS Hall of Fame Concert -