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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, cafĂŠs, 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, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING SCHEDULE During 2025, Borough Council of DELAWARE WATER GAP will convene public meetings, at the Borough Hall, 49 Main Street, Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania 18327, according to the following schedule: Regular meetings will be held on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. or, if a holiday, the following Monday. Work session meetings will be held the third Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

CIVIL ACTION COURT OF COMMON PLEAS MONROE COUNTY, PA CIVIL ACTION-LAW NO. 000401-CV-2023 NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., Plaintiff v. MICHELLE RENEE SCHOTT A/K/A MICHELLE RENEE, IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR OF THOMAS A. WEST; DANIEL T. WEST, IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR OF THOMAS A. WEST; UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT, TITLE, OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER THOMAS A.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF JOSEPH A. LANNON, late of Stroud Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

Estate Notice Estate of Rita N. Dellasala, a/k/a Rita Dellasala, late of Stroudsburg, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Richard A Sommers, Jr, late of Barrett Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Constantino Louis Torinese, late of Paradise Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on 12/23/2024 the petition for change of name was filed in Monroe County Court of Common Pleas, requesting an order to change the name of KAYLEE VICTORIA SOBRINSKI to LEE VICTORIA SOBRINSKI. The court has fixed that date of 04/04/2025 at 1:30 p.m.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF Nancy Slesinski, late of Stroud Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00

CIVIL ACTION COURT OF COMMON PLEAS MONROE COUNTY, PA CIVIL ACTION-LAW NO. 006894-CV-2023 NOTICE OF ACTION IN MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE WINTRUST MORTGAGE, A DIVISION OF BARRINGTON BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A., Plaintiff v.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A wildlife shelter in NEPA has been assisting in stopping the spread, but the Pennsylvania Game Commission has stepped in to regulate their efforts or they'll fine them.

The Pocono Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education Center received a letter today from the Pennsylvania Game Commission claiming the facility has been committing a violation.

Workers at the center say they are just trying to do their jobs.

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Jackson Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a public hearing at the Jackson Township Municipal Building, 2162 Route 715, Reeders, Pennsylvania 18352, on January 23, 2025 beginning at 5:00 P.M. The purpose of the hearing is to determine if there is a dangerous structure in violation of Chapter 4, Part 1 of the Jackson Township Code of Ordinances (formerly Ordinance No. 2001-103) on property located at 137 Doll Road, Jackson Township, Pennsylvania. The property is owned by David R.

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE - COMPLAINT Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County 43rd Judicial District Commonwealth of Pennsylvania No. 8226 CIVIL 2022 Bruce Tilley, Plaintiff vs. Darissa Simpson and Keith Stacks, Defendant TO: DARISSA SIMPSON You are hereby notified that, on October 31, 2023, Plaintiff Bruce Tilley filed a Complaint against you in the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, docketed to Number 8226 Civil 2022. The Complaint, which was endorsed with a Notice to Defend, alleged, in essence, as follows: 1.

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CIVIL DIVISION No.: 001662-CV-2024 WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff v.

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 00:00:00

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CIVIL DIVISION No.: 003391-CV-2024 ROCKET MORTGAGE, LLC F/K/A QUICKEN LOANS, LLC Plaintiff v. UNKNOWN HEIRS, SUCCESSORS, ASSIGNS, AND ALL PERSONS, FIRMS, OR ASSOCIATIONS CLAIMING RIGHT TITLE OR INTEREST FROM OR UNDER MARVESE Y. SUGAR, DECEASED; SAMUEL SUGAR, IN HIS CAPACITY AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MARVESE Y. SUGAR, DECEASED; DAVITA ESSEX, IN HER CAPACITY AS HEIR TO THE ESTATE OF MARVESE Y.

Pennsylvania is a state that is constantly overlooked but has been the source of some of Hollywood’s greatest success stories like Sabrina Carpenter, Kevin Hart, Taylor Swift, and more! Even a small town such as Stroudsburg has had its own success stories like Peter Kallinteris, a Stroudsburg alumnus who now works as a talent agent in Los Angeles, California. 

The Poconos, located in Monroe County, Pennsylvania are not only a beautiful place to live, but a popular place for tourists. The foliage, beautiful decor during the holidays, and people are all desirable qualities that tourists enjoy in the Poconos. During the New Year, there will be many activities, indoor and outdoor, ranging all the way from January through February. Ring in the New Year with some fun!

Wed, 15 Jan 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 5028 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, January 30, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given re-garding the 2025 meeting schedule for the Stroud Township Planning Commission. Meetings will be held at the Stroud Township Municipal Center, 1211 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg, PA at 7 PM on the last Wednesday of each month, except as noted below*. Meetings are scheduled as follows: January 29 (reorganization and regular meeting), Fe-bruary 26, March 26, April 30, May 28, June 25, July 30, August 27, September 24, October 29, November 19* and December 17*. Wm.

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00

Public Meeting Notice “In accordance with the “Sunshine Act” as set forth by the General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the Monroe County Control Center Board of Di-rectors announces the following meeting information. The annual reorganization meeting and regular meeting of the Monroe County Control Center Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 beginning at 12:00 noon at the Monroe County Public Safety Center. This meeting will be held in a classroom on the ground floor, 100 Gypsum Road, Suite 201 Stroudsburg, Pa.

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(18) 3126 (A)(1) Indecent Assault (M2)
(18) 3126 (a)(2) Indecent Assault (forcible compulsion)
(1 count) (18) 2701 (a)(1) Simple Assault (1)
& (1 count) 18 2709(a)(1) Harassment (S)
(1 count) (18) 5104 Resisting Arrest (M2)

Age

35

Race

White

Gender

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Communities across Northeastern Pennsylvania want to make sure human trafficking victims don't fall through the cracks.

The organization Safe Monroe held its Red Sand Project Ceremony on Wednesday on Courthouse Square in Stroudsburg.

Cracks in the sidewalk were filled with bright red sand.

At which school in the district do you teach?

I am the newest Assistant Principal at Stroudsburg High School working with Head Principal Sodl and Principal Gangaware.

When did you begin working in education?

I initially worked as an audit accountant in Philadelphia but eventually realized I wasn’t fulfilled in that role. This led me to pursue a career in education. I returned to school at Millersville University, where I earned my certification in Technology Education and completed my Master’s degree in Educational Technology.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Life-sized snowmen have taken over downtown Stroudsburg in the cold months but don’t be alarmed it’s all to help local artists and businesses.

Whether it’s the daytime or night there’s always a pop of color scattered throughout the Stroudsburg borough all thanks to the snowmen of Stroudsburg.

The community event, now in its seventh year, put on by ‘Go Collaborative’ brings together local businesses and artists like Emily Brier to host and design themed, life-size snowmen.

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 -