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Pocono Township

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

Email
jgambino@poconopa.gov
Short Term Rental Information

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.

Short Term Rental Score
Somewhat STR Friendly

Pocono Township News

On January 14, 2025, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) quietly approved a stormwater permit for Core 5’s proposed warehouse on Warner Road in Pocono Township. However, the public was not informed of this decision until February 1, raising concerns that the delay may have been intentional to limit the time available for an appeal.

POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Locals are gathering this weekend to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics.

Camelback Ski Resort and Pennsylvania Special Olympics partnered on Saturday to host Freezin' for a Reason.

The event featured raffles and a silent auction for high-ticket items like Yeti coolers and Oakley ski goggles.

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Poessession of Drug Paraphernalia
Possesson of a Controlled Substance

Age

34

Race

White

Gender

Male

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(1 Count) Possession of a Controlled Substance (M); (1 Count) Possession of a small amount of marijuana; (1 Count) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)

Age

21

Race

White

Gender

Male

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(1 Count) (75) 3802 D1i DUI Controlled Substance - Schedule 1 (M)
(1 count) (75) 3802 (A) Driving Under the Influence (M)
& ( 1 count) 780-113(a)(16) Possession of a Controlled Substance (M)
& (1) count 35 780-113(a)(32) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)
(75) 4303 (B) – General Lighting Requirement-Rear Lights(S)

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(1 count) (18) 2702 (A)(3) Aggravated Assault (F2)
(1 Count) 3733 Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Officer (F3)
(1 count) (75) 3802 (A) Driving Under the Influence (M)
3733
75 3734 Driving Without Lights to Avoid Identification or Arrest(S)
(1 Count) 75-3736 (A) - Reckless Driving (S)

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The Pocono Township Zoning Hearing Board will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, beginning at 5:00 P.M. at the Pocono Township Municipal Building, 112 Township Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372, to consider the appeal of Boris Kudryavsky from the Zoning Officer’s Enforcement Notice dated December 5, 2024.

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(1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft F3 3925A Receiving Stolen Property (F3) (18) 6301 (a)(1)(i) Corruption of minors (M1)

Age

25

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 4"

Weight

190 lbs

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(1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (F3)
& 3925A Receiving Stolen Property (F3)
& (1) count 35 780-113(a)(32) Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M)
& 35 780-113(a)(31) Possession of small amount of marijuana(M)

Age

33

Gender

Male

Height

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(1 Count) 3925A Receiving Stolen Property (F3)
(1 Count) (18) 3929 (A)(1) Retail Theft (F3

Age

51

Race

Hispanic

Gender

Female

Height

5' 1"

Weight

150 lbs

POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — An iconic welcome sign in the Poconos is coming down.

28/22 News was there Monday morning as crews started removing the sign at the intersection of Routes 715 and 611 in Tannersville.

This is all to widen the road.

The plan is expected to ease congestion in the area by cutting 40 feet through the mountain behind it.

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 00:00:00

Pocono Township Meeting updates: The Planning Commission work session scheduled for Monday January 27th has been rescheduled for Thursday January 30th at 6:00 p.m. at the township building located at 112 Township Dr. Tannersville, PA. The Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for May 5th has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 8th at 6 p.m. at the township building located at 112 Township Dr. Tannersville, PA.

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( 1 ) count DUI Highest rate of alcohol (M1)

Age

42

Race

White

Gender

Male

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(1 count ) Retail & (1 count) Receiving Stolen Property (F3)

Age

18

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 9"

Weight

155 lbs

Hair

Brown

POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — It's time to say goodbye to a sign of the times. A historical welcome sign in the Poconos is seeing its final days, something many in the area hate to see go.

The Pocono Township Welcome Sign has stood tall for more than 40 years, but after the weekend, the historical landmark will no longer exist.

The sign in Tannersville is hard to miss, but soon it will be very missed.

The cherished landmark located at Routes 715 and 611 will be permanently removed on Monday.

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(1 Count) Theft By Unlawful Taking

Age

68

Race

Black

Gender

Female

Height

5' 4"

Weight

150 lbs

Hair

Brown

Eyes

Brown

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(18) 4101 A1 Forgery (F2) (1) count (18) 4120 (A) Identity Theft (F2) (1 Count) 18 3922A2 THEFT BY DECEPTION (F3) (18) 4106 A1I Access Device Fraud M3

Age

66

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 11"

Weight

225 lbs

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(1 Count) (18) 2706 (a)(1) Terroristic Threats (M1)
& (1 Count) (18)2709 (A)(4) Harassment (M3)

Age

40

Race

White

Gender

Male

Height

5' 11"

Weight

180 lbs

Hair

Blonde

Eastern Monroe Public Library typically has four books clubs that meet every month at various times and in-person and virtual. Take a look and see what sparks your interest! New members welcome and no commitment necessary. Titles for February’s meetings are listed below. For more info on our book clubs and upcoming selections visit here.

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(1) count DUI drug general impairment (M)
PA 75 3334 Turning Signals & Required Movements
75 4524 B Obstructed Window (S)

Age

53

Race

White

Gender

Female

Height

5' 7"

Weight

140 lbs

Hair

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(1 count) Fleeing and Attempting to Elude Police Officer (F3)
(1 Count) Recklessly Endangering Another Person (M2) & 5 Summary Violations

Age

60

Race

Black

Gender

Male

Height

5' 10"

Weight

170 lbs

POCONO TOWNSHIP, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Snowboarders are shredding for a cause this weekend in the Poconos.

They took to the slopes of Camelback Mountain Saturday to support the national non-profit Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) at an annual event at Camelback Resort.

The foundation stresses prevention through living a healthy active lifestyle, encouraging testing for early detection, and providing support to survivors.

One of those survivors became a volunteer with the organization before she was ever diagnosed with breast cancer.

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