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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

She was a woman of few names that hold a long and grand story. This woman was referred to as HeLa, Helen Lane, all but her real name, Henrietta Lacks.

While her story was often unclear, patchy, and confusing, in recent years her story was released by Author Rebecca Skloot in 2010 in her book “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.”

This novel is part of the Sophomore curriculum here at Stroudsburg. 

Summary: The Board of Supervisors in Stroud Township, Pennsylvania, will conduct a public hearing on February 25, 2026, regarding an application by LTS Homes, LLC, on behalf of property owners, seeking relief from stormwater management regulations for a residential construction project near Lakeside Drive. The hearing will provide an opportunity for interested individuals to voice their opinions, and the Board may make a decision on the application thereafter.

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00

NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an application was filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg under the Fictitious Names Act on February 2, 2026, to register the fictitious name The Olivet, in relation to the conduct of a business with a principal office at 3329 Mountain View Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372.

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF PATRICIA LITTS YOUNG, late of Stroudsburg Borough, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00

Public Notice Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read by the Board of Supervisors of Stroud Township at their regular meeting scheduled to be held at the Stroud Township Municipal Center, 1211 North Fifth Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360, on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM, to consider proposals for contracted services to wit: Eradication of existing/worn pavement markings and installation of new thermal plastic pavement markings on certain roads in Stroud Township- Contractors shall be PennDOT pre-qualified.

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00

NOTICE OF INCORPORATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Articles of Incorporation have been filed and approved by the Department of State, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on January 23, 2026, for the purpose of obtaining a Certificateof Incorporation pursuant to the provisions of the Business Corporation Law approved December 21, 1988, P.L. 1444, No. 177, as amended, for the incorporation of Swiftwater 611 Inc., of 2092 Route 611, Swiftwater, Pennsylvania 18370.

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 00:00:00

NOTICE OF FICTITIOUS NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that an application was filed with the Department of State of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg under the Fictitious Names Act on February 2, 2026, to register the fictitious name The Olivet Restaurant, in relation to the conduct of a business with a principal office at 3329 Mountain View Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 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 8001 CIVIL 2024, 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, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 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 6045 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, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 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 5136 CV 2025, 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, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 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 4654 CIVIL 2022, 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, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 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 4008 CIVIL 2025, 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, February 26, 2026 AT 10:00 A.M.

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(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT (M2) & (1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)

Age

31

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 7"

Weight

165 lbs

Hair

Brown

Summary: The Stroud Township Sewer Authority has announced its regular meeting dates for 2026, all to be held at the Stroud Township Municipal Building in Stroudsburg, PA. Meetings start at 7:00 PM on the specified dates, with any changes or additional meetings to be advertised as required by law. Mark your calendars for these important dates if you wish to attend or stay informed about the authority's activities. — Original public notice (excerpt): LEGAL NOTICE The following are the regularly scheduled 2026 meeting dates of the Stroud Township Sewer Authority.

Summary: The notice announces the registration of the fictitious name "The Olivet Restaurant" under the Fictitious Names Act in Pennsylvania. The business, owned by The Swiftwater of the Pocono Mountains LLC, is located at 3329 Mountain View Drive, Tannersville. The legal notice was filed by CRAMER, SWETZ, McMANUS, JORDAN & SAYLOR, P.C., represented by William B.

Kicking Off the 2026-2027 State Budget Cycle

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3929 (A)(1) RETAIL THEFT

Age

61

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

6' 1"

Weight

175 lbs

Hair

Bald

Eyes

Brown

The Stroudsburg Area School District is requesting sealed proposals from qualified contractors for an  Asbestos Abatement Project at B.F. Morey Elementary School. Interested contractors may obtain bid documents by emailing Meredith Smith at mrsmith@sburg.org or by visiting the district’s website at  www.sburg.org. The documents contain detailed project requirements, specifications, and bidding procedures. 

"Take a lesson from both local and national events, Republicans.

Locally, in the Borough of Stroudsburg, the Borough Manager has received raises totaling 80% in just four years, while the Borough Council raised taxes 70% in eight years.

There were crowded meetings decrying this obvious mismanagement of finances.

I was there.

Nothing changed.

The Democrats held firm.

Monroe County Senior Spelling Bee

Join us for the Monroe County Senior Spelling Bee on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 1:00–3:00 PM at the Hughes Library (1002 N. 9th Street, Stroudsburg). Presented by the Monroe County Area Agency on Aging and the Eastern Monroe Public Library, this friendly competition is open to adults 55 years of age and older.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A borough in Monroe County finally has a new mayor. The vacant position in Stroudsburg has now been filled by Ellen Curry.

The Democrat was appointed Tuesday night at a borough council meeting.

Former Mayor Michael Moreno stepped down earlier this year to take on the position of downtown manager.

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Road Closure

BroadcastFeb 4, 2026STROUDSBURG BORO ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE: Fire department is currently checking for a potential gas leak in Stroudsburg Boro.  Roads are closed in on Main St betwee

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — In the Poconos, Voluntary Evacuations are underway as UGI and the Stroudsburg Fire Department are investigating a possible gas leak that started Wednesday evening. Stroudsburg Fire Department Captain Michael Schroder confirmed to 28/22 News crews that they were checking out the intersection of Ninth and Main Streets at about 5:00 [...]

*This footage was provided by Mr. James Jackson.

Last night, our boys basketball team had their senior night and last regular game of the season. They ended their season on the right track and defeated the Wallenpaupack’s team with an ending score of 69-50. Jerel Jackson was the lead scorer with 21 points and towards the end of the 3rd quarter Josh Ivers-Green had an impressive dunk, causing the crowd to go wild. The boys will continue on to the district playoffs hopefully succeeding and moving forward into the state playoffs. Good luck to them!

Stroudsburg Events

Source Event Date
Stroudsburg Boro: Council Meeting -
4:30pm Redevelopment Committee
4:00pm Shade Tree Commission
Noon: David Parker, Monroe County Commissioner
Stroudsburg Moose Riders Breakfast -
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

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