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Tunkhannock Township
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Address
1557 Long Pond Road
PO Box 203
Long Pond, PA 18334
United States
Email
tunksec@longpondpa.com
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Fax
School District
Tax Rate
2.01 mills
Tunkhannock Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania is a stunning, ecologically rich community nestled in the Pocono Mountains, known for its rare biodiversity, forested landscapes, and growing residential appeal. It’s a place where conservation meets quiet living, with a deep commitment to preserving its natural heritage.
🗺️ Civic & Geographic Snapshot
- Location: Northwestern Monroe County
- Area: ~38.9 sq mi (100.9 km²), with ~0.8% water coverage
- Elevation: ~1,841 ft (561 m)
- Population: ~7,037 (2020 Census)
- School District: Pocono Mountain School District
🌿 Ecological Significance
- Long Pond Preserve: One of the most ecologically distinctive areas in the Northeast U.S., home to 35 rare, threatened, or endangered species
- Tunkhannock Creek: Forms the namesake “Long Pond” and is designated by the PA DEP as an Exceptional Value Waterway
- Conservation Partners: Includes the Nature Conservancy, Wildlands Conservancy, and PA Department of Forest and Waters, protecting thousands of acres
🏘️ Communities & Features
- Includes parts of Blakeslee, Long Pond, Emerald Lakes, Indian Mountain Lake, and Sierra View
- Hosts the Pocono International Raceway, a major venue for motorsports and festivals like the Elements Music Festival
🏠 Short-Term Rentals (STRs)
- Permit Required: STRs must be licensed and inspected
- STR Friendliness: Rated very STR-friendly, with clear guidelines and active oversight
🧭 Township Identity
Tunkhannock Township is a place of rare natural beauty and quiet resilience. Its forests and wetlands are among the most biologically diverse in Pennsylvania, while its communities offer a peaceful lifestyle with access to recreation and culture. Whether you're hiking through Long Pond or attending a race at Pocono Raceway, the township invites you to experience nature and community in harmony.
Short Term Rental Information
Short-term rentals in Tunkhannock Township require permit, inspections and there are certain restrictions on the property.
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Tunkhannock Township News
Season 6 , Episode 4 - We are ready to go racing this June at the Tricky Triangle. June 12-14, 2026 the Great American Getaway 400 (https://www.poconomountains.com/event/nascar-cup-series-race-weekend/19523/ ) , presented by VisitPA.com returns to Pocono Raceway for another unforgettable lap.
An estate notice has been issued for the late Eileen Blieka, also known as Eileen A. Blieka, from Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. Thomas P. Blieka, through Fisher & Fisher Law Offices LLC, has been granted Letters of Administration for the estate. Debtors are asked to settle outstanding debts promptly, while claimants must submit their claims within 4 months from the notice date to the specified individuals or their attorney.
An estate notice has been issued for the estate of George P. Henning, Sr., also known as George Henning, in Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania. George P. Henning, Jr. has been granted Letters of Administration for the estate. Debtors to the estate are required to settle their debts promptly, while individuals with claims against the estate must present them within four months to George P. Henning, Jr. or his attorneys. Claims should be filed with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Monroe County.
- The Raceway is partnering with Members 1st Federal Credit Union to provide a VIP experience for unsung heroes in local communities at The Great American Getaway 400 presented by VISITPA NASCAR weekend, set for June 12-14.
- Fans can nominate a community hero now through April 20 on PoconoRaceway.com.
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Tunkhannock Township in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, is seeking bids for the "2026 Seal Coat Project" involving various roads.
The project includes a single bituminous seal coat, Type II slurry seal, and a 4" double yellow center line with glass beads, meeting PENNDOT specifications.
Interested bidders must be PENNDOT prequalified and submit proposals marked "2026 Seal Coat Project" by April 1, 2026.
Executors, Administrators, Trustees, or Guardians have filed accounts and proposed distributions for the estates of Timothy R. Wallace and Carol J. Feiner in the Monroe County Orphans’ Court. The accounts will be presented for confirmation on April 6, 2026, at 9:30 A.M. at the court. Interested parties must file objections before the specified time with the Clerk of Court.
An Environmental Win for Monroe County: Tunkhannock Creek Protected From Mega-Warehouse Pollution Runoff
Pennsylvania community and environmental groups applaud PA DEP’s decision to deny a stormwater permit for a large distribution center developer after four years of advocacy to protect Exception Value Tunkhannock Creek.
The Tunkhannock Township Board of Supervisors in Monroe County will hold a public hearing at the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building on April 1, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The purpose of the hearing is to review Short-Term Rental Appeals by SPSTR1 LLC for Violations 1 and 2 on January 6 and 7, 2026, respectively, under the STR Ordinance 2019-001. The property in question is located at 110 Tunkhannock Drive, Albrightsville, PA 18210, Indian Mountain Lake. SPSTR1 LLC, the property owner, is based in Beaverton, OR, with legal representation from Timoney Knox, LLP in Fort Washington, PA.
BLAKESLEE, Pa. — Update: According to the Monroe County Coroner, 45-year-old Joanne Beauvais of Lackawanna County was pronounced dead at a local hospital just before midnight on February 26. The coroner found multiple gunshot wounds that led to Beauvais' death. The manner of death was ruled to be homicide.
A Monroe County man shot and killed a woman outside of his home Thursday night in Tunkhannock Twp., the Pocono Mountain Regional Police said.
The Zoning Hearing Board of Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, has announced a Public Hearing at the Tunkhannock Township Municipal Building on March 18, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. The hearing concerns Christopher Gullicksen's application for a special exception to convert a Rod & Gun club to a residential use or, alternatively, a variance for residential use in the C-2 Zoning district. The property in question is located at 5078 State Route 115, Blakeslee, Pennsylvania 18610, owned by Christopher Gullicksen.
Summary: The Sheriff of Monroe County, Pennsylvania, Nick Cirranello, is conducting a public online auction of a property located at 1254 Glade Drive, Long Pond, PA 18334 on March 26, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. The property, formerly owned by Yonel S. Jasmin, Sr., Ninfa T. Jasmin, Steven Joseph, and Orville Clendenen, will be sold through Bid4Assets, with purchasers required to pay 10% of the purchase price or Sheriff’s costs by wire transfer no later than 4:00 PM the day after the auction.
LORA, JHON
(1 COUNT) TERRORISTIC THREATS (M1)
(1 COUNT) POSSESSING AN INSTRUMENT OF CRIME (M1)
(1 COUNT) SIMPLE ASSAULT
THREAT BY PHYSICAL MENACE (M2)
CAUSING BODILY INJURY (M1)
(1 COUNT) HARASSMENT (S)
Age
37
Race
Hispanic
Gender
Male
Brown, Secretary Carroll Announce Route 33 Safety Improvements
Summary: A public notice has been issued regarding the deemed approval of a zoning relief application filed by Christopher Gulliksen for a residential property in Monroe County, PA. The application, seeking Special Exception or Variance zoning relief, was submitted on August 25, 2025, and public hearings were held in October and December 2025. The Tunkhannock Township Zoning Hearing Board failed to act within the required timeframe, triggering the deemed approval.
Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Estate of Paul Lee Dailey, a/k/a Paul L. Dailey, late of 149 Cobblewood Lane, Long Pond, Monroe, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Letters Testamentary on said estate having been granted to the undersigned, all persons indebted theretoare requested to make immediate payment, and those having claims or demands against the same will present them without delay for settlement to: Ruth Ann Dailey 149 Cobblewood Lane Long Pond, PA 18334 or to her attorney, Kim M. Gillen, Esquire THE LAW OFFICE OF KIM M. GILLEN, P.C. 613 Blakeslee Boulevard Dr.
Summary: The Estate of Michael Ernest John Murphy, late of Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, is being administered by Tasha L. Murphy. Debtors to the estate are urged to settle their dues promptly, while creditors with claims should contact Tasha L. Murphy, the administratrix, at Goudsouzian & Associates in Easton, PA. — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF MICHAEL ERNEST JOHN MURPHY, LATE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF TUNKHANNOCK, COUNTY OF MONROE, AND COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, DECEASED.
Summary: The estate of Paul Lee Dailey, also known as Paul L. Dailey, residing at 149 Cobblewood Lane, Long Pond, Monroe, Pennsylvania, has granted Letters Testamentary to Ruth Ann Dailey. Debtors are requested to settle outstanding amounts, while individuals with claims against the estate should promptly present them for resolution to Ruth Ann Dailey or her attorney, Kim M. Gillen, Esquire, at THE LAW OFFICE OF KIM M. GILLEN, P.C. — Original public notice (excerpt): ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Estate of Paul Lee Dailey, a/k/a Paul L.
The Visit PA-sponsored NASCAR Cup Series race will be televised on Amazon, reaching millions worldwide, and is coming back to “The Tricky Triangle” on Sunday, June 14, as part of a NASCAR tripleheader weekend.
Since day one of his Administration, Governor Josh Shapiro has invested in the Commonwealth’s $83.9 billion tourism industry to support high-quality jobs for Pennsylvanians, grow our economy, and attract more visitors to Pennsylvania.
- MillerTech shifts from its previous NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series entitlement at Pocono Raceway to the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series event on Saturday, June 13.
- Kampgrounds of America (KOA) joins the event as presenting sponsor.
- Pocono Raceway offering fans 15% discount off NOAPS tickets, MillerTech giving 10% off products on website for a limited time.
- Click here
Caro Henriquez, Edgar F
1 COUNT 3802(C) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL - HIGHEST RATE OF ALCOHOL
1 COUNT 3802(A)(1) DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL - GENGERAL IMPAIRMENT
1 COUNT 3309(2) DRIVING ON THREE LANE ROADWAYS
1 COUNT 3309(1) DRIVING WITHIN A SINGLE LANE
Age
36
Race
White
TUNKHANNOCK TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Two men killed after being ejected during a crash have been identified. Monroe County Coroner Thomas A. Yanac stated Adam Lander, 25, of Cranberry, and Nathaniel Durell, 32, of Franklin, were pronounced dead on the scene after a crash on Route 80 in Tunkhannock Township on January 5. Coroner [...]
TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — State police say two men were killed after being ejected during a crash on Interstate 80 Monday morning. The crash happened around 11:00 a.m., on I-80 eastbound 4.7 miles west of Exit 293 (I-380 North-Scranton). Police say the driver left the roadway for unknown reasons, went down an embankment, [...]
Wed, 24 Dec 2025 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Larry Mason, late of Tunkhannock Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.