Nestled in the Pocono Mountains, Pocono Township features stunning landscapes and outdoor activities. With a population of around 12,000, it's known for Camelback Mountain Resort and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
Pocono Township Commissioners
112 Township Drive
Tannersville, PA 18372
United States
Short-term rentals or Transient Dwelling Units as they are referred to as in Pocono Township are not allowed in R-1 and R-2 zoning areas in Pocono Township. Short term rentals are only allowed in C (Commercial) zones and RD (Recreational District) zones. An initial change of use permit under zoning and an annual license is required for a Transient Dwelling Unit Permit (STR) See rules and regulations as well as permit application below.
MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Three women are being charged after police say they were involved in multiple retail thefts across Monroe County costing over $1,300.
According to the Pocono Township Police, the following three women were arrested for allegedly committing retail thefts in Monroe County over the weekend;
Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, May 30, 2024, beginning at 5:00 P.M. at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372, to consider three appeals by PoconoPlaces, LLC (Appellant) from Enforcement Notices issued by the Pocono Township Zoning Officer. The firstappeal relates to the Enforcement Notice issued on December 13, 2023 regarding the property identified as Parcel ID # 12.12.2.29 (Map # 12-6364-02-68-5335).
Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Fedra Tsanadis, late of Pocono Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Three women are being charged after police say they were involved in multiple retail thefts across Monroe County costing over $1,300.
According to the Pocono Township Police, the following three women were arrested for allegedly committing retail thefts in Monroe County over the weekend;
Wed, 15 May 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Grace Saxton a/k/a Grace E. Saxton, lateof Pocono Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
By Maria Francis, Pocono Record,
Road and bridge projects totaling more than $143 million are underway or set to start this year in Monroe County, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation .
Editor's Note:
Regarding this announcement here:
http://monroecountyda.com/news/missing-news-releases/
The missing press releases are available here:
https://web.archive.org/web/20230924005040/http://monroecountyda.com/news/
Below is a copy as well, for record keeping purposes:
StoryWalk® at Mountain View Park Read while you walk. Located by Pavilion 3. This year’s featured books:
Crocs in the Park Ages 2 & up. Paint a wooden crocodile while enjoying the outdoors. Rain or shine, but may relocate for severe weather. Registration begins Tues, May 28. 570-421-0800 x305.
TANNERSVILLE, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Police arrested two people they believe were plotting to steal cooking oil from two Monroe County businesses.
On April 30 around 4:45 a.m., the Pocono Township Police Department said they were called to an attempted theft from the Scotrun Diner.
Investigators arrived on the scene and said they learned two people parked a van next to the grease traps in the rear of the diner and left after being noticed by a witness.
Fri, 10 May 2024 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will consider for adoption at a Public Meeting to be held at 6:00 p.m. on the 20th day of May, 2024, at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, Pennsylvania 18372, an Ordinance repealing Ordinance Nos. 2014-01, 2016-02, 2016-05 and 2018-10 and providing for the creation of the Office of Township Manager and establishing the powers and the duties of the Township Manager.
Thu, 09 May 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Fedra Tsanadis, late of Pocono Township, Monroe County County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00
ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Grace Saxton a/k/a Grace E. Saxton, lateof Pocono Township, Monroe County, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, deceased.
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Mexican culture was celebrated with mariachi music, tacos, and crowds in Monroe County.
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — The Mexican culture was celebrated with mariachi music, tacos, and crowds in Monroe County.
The inaugural "Poconos Taco Fest" was held today at Pocono Park in honor of Cinco de Mayo. Tacos were grilled for crowds throughout the day.
People also enjoyed delicious food from street trucks and vendors, watched lucha libre which are Mexican wrestling matches, and listened to traditional Mexican folk music.
A New York man was arrested after police say he kicked kittens and strangled a victim during a domestic dispute.
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According to the Pocono Township Police Dept., on April 28, officers responded to the Days Inn along Motor Lodge Road in Tannersville for a domestic dispute.
At the scene, the victim, who police said had visible injuries, said that 31-year-old Darrell Hubbard of Brooklyn, N.Y., kicked their kittens across the motel room, and punched and choked the victim before fleeing.
Police say a Monroe County man lit a chicken coop on fire, killing one chicken and injuring two more.According to the Pocono Township Police ...
Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Board of Commissioners of the Township of Pocono, in Monroe County, Pennsylvania (the “Township”), at its meeting held on April 23, 2024, enacted an ordinance (the “Ordinance”), the cap-tion and summary of which is as follows: “ORDINANCE NO.
Welcome to May! Explore a variety of engaging activities tailored for adults throughout the month. From book clubs to outdoor programs, chair exercise classes, and workshops and lectures perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, there’s something for everyone.
Check out our branch calendars for specific events happening at your branch. Plus, find an easy-to-print calendar at a glance for Hughes’ Library’s Adult Calendar of Events for May. Whether you’re interested in attending a free film screening, a concert, or dropping by for an informational booth session, we’ve got you covered!
By Justin Glowacki,
POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Two women are wanted in an alleged $3,000 theft from a store at the Pocono Premium Outlets.
The Pocono Township Police Department announced they are seeking help in identifying the suspects pictured below.
(Pocono Township Police Department)
According to police, the two individuals above were involved in stealing $3,000 worth of product from the Sunglass Hut at the Pocono Premium Outlets on April 20.
Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Thursday, April 25, 2024, beginning at 5:00 P.M. at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372, to consider PoconoPlaces, LLC’s appeal from three Enforcement Notices issued by the Pocono Township Zo-ning Officer on February 20, 2024.
POCONO TWP., MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Police are on the hunt for a suspect involved in an alleged theft at a store in the Pocono Outlets.
Man accused of Gerrity’s retail theft
The Pocono Township Police Department is searching for the identity of the suspect pictured in a retail theft that occurred at Lids in the Pocono Premium Outlets on April 13.
Anyone with information is asked to call the non-emergency line at 570-992-9911.
Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00
LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Board of Commissioners of Pocono Township, Monroe County, Pennsylvania, will hold a public hearing, held pursuant to the Pennsylvania Local Agency Law, commen-cing at 6:00 p.m.