Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00
PUBLIC NOTICE ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Jane E. Edwards, late of Tobyhanna, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.
Tobyhanna Township
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Address
105 Government Center Way
Pocono Pines, PA 18350
United States
Email
rbartal@tobyhannatownshippa.gov
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School District
Tax Rate
2.50 mills
Tobyhanna Township, located in northwestern Monroe County, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant and ecologically rich community in the heart of the Pocono Plateau Region. Known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and growing residential and commercial development, it’s a township that balances heritage, nature, and progress.
🗺️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot
- Established: 1830 (formed from Coolbaugh Township)
- Area: ~52.6 sq mi (136.2 km²), with ~4.6% water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,568 ft (478 m)
- Population: ~8,290 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🏘️ Villages & Communities
Tobyhanna Township includes several distinct villages and private communities:
- Blakeslee, Pocono Pines, Pocono Lake, Pocono Summit
- Over 20 private developments including Lake Naomi, Arrowhead Lake, Emerald Lakes, and Locust Lake Village
Note: The Village of Tobyhanna is not located in Tobyhanna Township—it remains part of neighboring Coolbaugh Township
🏞️ Nature & Recreation
- Austin T. Blakeslee Natural Area: 130+ acres of pristine forest and waterfalls
- Pocono Bike & Hike Trail System: 28+ miles of eco-tourism and heritage trails
- Wilkes-Barre & Eastern Railway Trail: Includes a 1.7-mile walking path near the Revolutionary War site of Hungry Hill
🛣️ Transportation & Access
- Served by Interstate 80 (east-west) and Interstate 380 (north-south)
- ~88.7 miles of public roads, with a mix of township and PennDOT maintenance
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Ordinance: Enacted in 2022; revised in 2024 to adjust occupancy limits and fines
- License Cap: A cap on STR licenses is now in place, so caution is advised when purchasing property for rental use
- STR Friendliness: Rated somewhat STR-friendly, with zoning and licensing limitations
🌄 Township Identity
Tobyhanna Township is a place where natural beauty meets thoughtful development. With its lakeside communities, forested trails, and growing infrastructure, it offers a high quality of life for residents and a memorable experience for visitors. Whether you're hiking Hungry Hill or relaxing in Pocono Pines, the township invites you to explore, reflect, and connect.
Short Term Rental Information
Tobyhanna Township approved a short-term rental ordinance in 2022. A revision to the ordinance was adopted in February of 2024 that changed the occupancy limit to 2 per bedroom + 2 and reduced fines for violations to be within state guidelines. Tobyhanna Township recently imposed a cap on the number of short term rentals licenses and due to the uncertainties surrounding license issuance, caution is advised when purchasing in Tobyhanna Township. Details on Tobyhanna Township’s STR portal.
Tobyhanna Township News
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.
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Please be aware that the Township has contacted PennDOT regarding road conditions on Main Street in Tobyhanna. PennDOT will begin road repairs this afternoon, Monday 3/3/25. Please contact with Township with any questions or concerns.
Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Jeffrey Allen Schmid, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Betty J. Schmid, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
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Notice is hereby given that the Coolbaugh Township Board of Supervisors' Work Session/Regular Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 4, 2025 will be held beginning at 6:00 PM at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center located at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, PA. To view the meeting agenda, please visit our website at: http://coolbaughtwp.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/030425-Public-Mtg-Packet.pdf
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— The Trump Administration's mass firing of probationary employees through the Department of Government Efficiency or DOGE has its sights on Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Tobyhanna Army Depot is the largest industrial employer in NEPA. They are currently in limbo after receiving instructions from the Department of Defense to let go of some of their staff.
A northern California federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump Administration from its mass firing of probationary federal employees.
Wed, 26 Feb 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, 26 Feb 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.
Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00
During 2025 the following meetings will be held at the Coolbaugh Township Municipal Center, at 5520 Municipal Drive, Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania: The Coolbaugh Township Planning Commission will meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm with the exception of the November 11, 2025 meeting which will be held on Thursday, November 13, 2025 due to the holiday. The Coolbaugh Township Parks and Recreation Commission will meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Betty J. Schmid, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Jeffrey Allen Schmid, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE ESTATE OF NANCY LEE GANDER a/k/a NANCY L. GANDER LATE OF TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA Letters Testamentary 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 estate of decedent to make payment without delay to: Charles N. Gander, Jr. 11 Apollo Drive Wayne, NJ 07470 or to his attorney: Michael L. Ozalas, Esquire Ozalas & McKinley 47 Broadway Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
Fri, 21 Feb 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 005913 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, March 27, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 21 Feb 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 7251 CIVIL 2021 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, 21 Feb 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 005122 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, March 27, 2025 AT 10:00 A.M.
Fri, 21 Feb 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE RE: ESTATE OF ZOE E. SMITH NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters of Administration in the ESTATE OF ZOE E. SMITH, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment and those having claims shall present them for settlement to: HAZEL FAIRSERVICE, ADMINISTRATRIX BRENDA D. COLBERT, Esquire COLBERT & GREBAS, P.C. 210 Montage Mountain Road – Suite A Moosic, PA 18507 Date of Death: June 10, 2024
MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man accused of exposing himself at a popular waterpark in the Poconos pleaded no contest to several charges back in December.
According to court documents, Josiah Grauso pleaded no contest to charges of indecent exposure, open lewdness, and disorderly conduct in Monroe County court on December 10, 2024.
Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:00:00
COOLBAUGH TOWNSHIP RECYCLING CENTER SCHEDULE – 2025 The Coolbaugh Township Drop Off and Recycling Site located at 549 Laurel Drive, Tobyhanna, PA will be open on the following days in 2025 from 7:30 am – 3:00 pm (Closed from noon – 12:30 pm for lunch): • Friday, April 4, 2025 • Saturday, April 5, 2025 • Friday, June 6, 2025 • Saturday, June 7, 2025 • Friday, August 1, 2025 • Saturday, August 2, 2025 • Friday October 3, 2025 • Saturday October 4, 2025 Recycling permits for Township residents will be processed through the township website: www.coolbaughtwp.org
Sun, 16 Feb 2025 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE ESTATE OF NANCY LEE GANDER a/k/a NANCY L. GANDER LATE OF TOBYHANNA TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA Letters Testamentary 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 estate of decedent to make payment without delay to: Charles N. Gander, Jr. 11 Apollo Drive Wayne, NJ 07470 or to his attorney: Michael L. Ozalas, Esquire Ozalas & McKinley 47 Broadway Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE RE: ESTATE OF ZOE E. SMITH NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters of Administration in the ESTATE OF ZOE E. SMITH, late of Tobyhanna Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, have been granted to the undersigned. All persons indebted to said estate are required to make immediate payment and those having claims shall present them for settlement to: HAZEL FAIRSERVICE, ADMINISTRATRIX BRENDA D. COLBERT, Esquire COLBERT & GREBAS, P.C. 210 Montage Mountain Road – Suite A Moosic, PA 18507 Date of Death: June 10, 2024