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Delaware Water Gap Borough

Welcome to Delaware Water Gap Borough, a charming community nestled along the Delaware River in Monroe County, Pennsylvania. With a population of approximately 750 residents, the borough offers a tranquil setting amidst picturesque landscapes and outdoor adventures. Visitors and locals alike are drawn to iconic landmarks such as the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, renowned for its scenic beauty and recreational opportunities. Explore quaint shops, dine at local eateries, and immerse yourself in the rich history and natural splendor of Delaware Water Gap Borough.

Delaware Water Gap Borough Council
49 Main St.
PO Box 218
Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327
United States

Email
boro@dwgpa.gov
Short Term Rental Information

The borough of Delaware Water Gap adopted a Short-term Rental Ordinance in 2022. Operators much obtain a license and there are occupancy restrictions.  See application below for rules and how to obtain a permit.

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Delaware Water Gap News

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Online bids will be received by Delaware Water Gap Borough, Monroe County, PA for the 93 Broad Street Driveway Improvement Project until 1:00 p.m. (prevailing time) on Monday, May 19, 2025. Bids will be publicly displayed on PennBid by 3:00 pm on Monday, May 19, 2025. All documents and solicitation details are available at no cost at PennBid™ - https://pennbid.net. Click on the “Access Projects on the Active Bidding Site” then “Open Public Opportunities” tabs.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Pearl K Manning, late of Smithfield Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ENACT PROPOSED ORDINANCE Borough Council of the Borough of Delaware Water Gap hereby gives public notice of its intention to enact the ordinance summarized below at a meeting of Borough Council to be held on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Borough Building, 49 Main Street, Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania 18327. At the meeting, Council will listen to comments by members of the public concerning the proposed ordinance.

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The DWG Borough Council Work Session in canceled on Monday, April 21, 2025

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Online bids will be received by Delaware Water Gap Borough, Monroe County, PA for the 93 Broad Street Driveway Improvement Project until 1:00 p.m. (prevailing time) on Monday, May 19, 2025. Bids will be publicly displayed on PennBid by 3:00 pm on Monday, May 19, 2025. All documents and solicitation details are available at no cost at PennBid™ - https://pennbid.net. Click on the “Access Projects on the Active Bidding Site” then “Open Public Opportunities” tabs.

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Delaware Water Gap Yard Sale
Saturday May 10 and Sunday May 11 - 9am to 3pm
Applications are available at the borough office, post office or online at www.dwgpa.gov
Deadline to apply is May 3

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Black and Brown Shih Tzu missing since yesterday 04.11.25. Peppa/Peppy was last seen on Shepard Ave and Kimberly Road in Delaware Water Gap, PA on Saturday 04.12.25.
If you have any information please contact Awsome Animal Shelter: 3129 Godfrey Ridge Dr, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.Phone: (570) 421-3647

Senate Passes Bill Benefitting Career and Technical Schools

Career and technical education prepare students for rewarding, family-sustaining careers, often at a significantly reduced cost compared to attending college. Pennsylvania is in great need of people with this training, and there are many job openings waiting to be filled.

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF JOYCE M. DEIBLER a/k/a JOYCE MAE DEIBLER, late of the Delaware Water Gap, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 00:00:00

MIDDLE SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Supervisors of Middle Smithfield, Smithfield, Price, Lehman and Borough Council of Delaware Water Gap will hold a work session on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Smithfield Township Municipal Building for the purpose of meeting with the Marshalls Creek Fire Dept., Bushkill Fire Co, Shawnee Fire Dept., and Delaware Water Gap Fire Co. The meeting will be held at the Smithfield Township municipal building located at 1155 Red Fox Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301.

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We are looking for volunteers! Please join us to help plan our annual Founder's Day Celebration and other events!
Where: DWG Town Hall
When: Tuesday April 8, 2025 at 7pm

DELAWARE WATER GAP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — April is sexual assault awareness month and one non-profit in the Poconos is standing up for the voiceless.

Signs that read ‘No is a complete sentence’ and ‘I march with survivors’ are scattered inside Safe Monroe Tuesday.

The nonprofit in Delaware Water Gap serves as a safe haven for those affected by domestic and sexual abuse. They are making sure their voices are heard during the month of April for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00

LEGAL NOTICE On or after April 15,2025 at Alpha International Movers, Inc, located at Shelding Way, DWG, Monroe County, PA the following goods of Thomas Greaves will be exposed to sale by public or private sale to enforce lien of Alpha International Movers, Inc. as warehouseman. The goods consist of household goods and personalty. This sale is made under the authority of § 7210 of Uniform Commercial Code (13 Pa. C.S. § 7210) Alpha International Movers, Inc, Warehouseman April 1 2025 LSOM0267079

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF JOYCE M. DEIBLER a/k/a JOYCE MAE DEIBLER, late of the Delaware Water Gap, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

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Please be advised that the DWG Post Office telephone number has changed effective immediately. The new telephone number is 570-583-9781.

Dear Library Patrons,

We want to inform you about a recent executive order that could impact the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), an essential federal agency that supports libraries across the nation.

STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Plenty of Irish pride is on display on Sunday in the Poconos.

The Irish Thunder Pipes and Drums' from Montgomery County were among the participants in the 46th Annual Pocono Irish American Club Saint Patrick's Parade.

It took marchers and riders from Stroudsburg to East Stroudsburg.

The parade did not disappoint from those who participated in it to those who came out to watch it.

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF JOYCE M. DEIBLER a/k/a JOYCE MAE DEIBLER, late of the Delaware Water Gap, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, deceased.

Does More State Funding Guarantee a Reduction in School Property Taxes?

This week during budget hearings, I asked the Secretary of Education the question on everyone’s mind—does increasing state funding guarantee lower school property taxes?

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:00:00

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Construction Code Joint Board of Appeals for the Boroughs of East Stroudsburg, Stroudsburg and Delaware Water Gap has scheduled a Public Hearing at the Delaware Water Gap Borough Hall, 49 Main Street, Delaware Water Gap, Pennsylvania 18327, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. for consideration of the following application: A hearing on the appeal of Thomas Spencer requesting relief from Section 903.2 of the International Building Code regarding the installation of sprinklers.

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SASD Calendar

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Memorial Day - Schools Closed
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