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Obadiah La Tourette
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Obadiah La Tourette
The Long Valley Mill

The building looms over the bustling Route 24, once called Chester Pike, just east of Long Valley center. At once, upon seeing it, you know that the mill holds a thousand stories and probably a thousand more secrets in its ancient timbers.

Aerial View of Long Valley
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Aerial View of
Long Valley in Fall

In the rolling hills of Morris County, Washington Twp is noted for preserved farmland and historic buildings. Washington Township was incorporated as a township on April 2, 1798, from portions of Roxbury Township.

5K Turkey Trot
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Turkey Trot 2017
in Long Valley

The WMC Memorial 5K Turkey Trot is a community event being held to continue the tradition of the WMC Memorial Race started 12 years ago in memory of Kyleigh D’Alessio and Tanner Birch.

Police Honor Guard 2018
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Police Honor Guard 2018
Washington Township Police Department

The mission of the Washington Township Police Department to protect life and property, enforce the law in a fair and impartial manner, and to preserve the peace, order, and safety of the community we serve.

Califon Road Park
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Califon Road Park
Pond at Califon Road Park

The pond at Califon Road Park is located behind the parking area for the park’s Little League field and four all-purpose fields

Memorial Day Ceremony
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Memorial Day Ceremony
Rock Spring Park

Washington Township held its annual Memorial Day Ceremony to salute our brave servicemen and servicewomen who have given so much for our country at the Veterans Memorial Site at Rock Spring Park.

Santa Program
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Santa Program
Cucinella School

At the Recreation Department’s annual Afternoon with Santa at Cuccinella School, local families enjoyed face painting, balloon animal and photos with the Santa and his helper.

2022 Green Festival Vendor Registration Open

   Online registration for vendors at the 2022 Green Living Festival and Fireworks, August 27, 2022 (rain date August 28th)  is now open, click HERE for the Festival Exhibitor Registration Form.   The guidelines for exhibitor...

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Volunteer on a Washington Township Board or Committee!

  Did you know that there are approximately 15 volunteer boards & committees that do important work in Washington Township? Please consider volunteering your time to improve your community! Most groups hold a short meeting one evening a month. There ...

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Morris County Documenting Veterans of the "Forgotten Wars"

 “The Korea veteran listing is anticipated to be a unique one, encompassing not only the Korean conflict from 1950 to 1953, but the considerable tensions in the ensuing decades,” said Jan Williams, Cultural and Historic Resources Specialist for the p...

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New Suicide Prevention & Crisis Hotline 988

  The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) offers 24/7 call, text and chat access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing suicidal, substance use, and/or mental health crisis...

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New Ordinances Introduced July 18

The following Ordinances were introduced to pass on first reading at a regular meeting of the Township Committee of Washington Township held on July 18, 2022, and ordered published in accordance with the law. Said Ordinance will be considered fo...

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Morris County White Tailed Deer Management Program 2022-2023

The  Morris County Parks Commission conducts an annual  White-Tailed Deer Management Program to help reduce and maintain white-tailed deer populations at levels that will allow for the re-establishment of native plant communities within the parks.  T...

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Tips to Beat the Heat

  When summer temps rise, so does electricity use as air conditioners, refrigerators and other equipment work harder to keep us comfortable. You're encouraged to conserve energy during this week's heat. Here are some simple tips: Heat waves can stret...

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Hurricane Ida Recovery Registration Survey

  The State of New Jersey has been awarded $228 million in Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to assist with the recovery from Hurricane Ida. The funds...

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Public Notice - Request for Bids for Capital Road Projects

NOTICE TO BIDDERS for 2022 CAPITAL ROADS   NOTICE TO BIDDERS is hereby given that sealed Bids are invited and will be received as set forth herein. OWNER: Township of Washington, Morris County, New Jersey PROJECT TITLE: 2022 Capital Roads GENERAL DES...

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Public Notice - Request for Bids for Coleman Road DOT Grant Project

NOTICE TO BIDDERS for IMPROVEMENTS to COLEMAN ROAD   NOTICE TO BIDDERS is hereby given that sealed Bids are invited and will be received as set forth herein. OWNER: Township of Washington, Morris County, New Jersey PROJECT TITLE: Improvements to Cole...

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NJ State Association of Chiefs of Police Accreditation Team Invites Public Comment

   The Washington Township Police Department is scheduled for an on-site assessment as part of its program to achieve accreditation by verifying that it meets recognized professional best practices. Administered by the New Jersey State Asso...

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Find Answers and Guidance for all Coronavirus Questions here!

  The Washington Township Health Department would like you to know as much as possible about Coronavirus.  Check out the information below and if you still have questions, or concerns, contact the Health Department at  908.876.3650  or  health@wtmorr...

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New Jersey's Oldest Operating General Store Gets $15,000 Grant

Mayor Murello, Schooley’s Mountain General Store Owner Peter Aldrich and Commissioner Deputy Director Krickus chatted about the history of the region outside the shop.  New Jersey’s Oldest Operating General Store Gets $15,000 Grant Morris County Smal...

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June 7, 2022 Primary Election Polling Place Hours and Locations

Hours:  Election Day Polling places will be open from 6:00am – 8:00pm. District, Location: 1, 2 Fairmount Fire House Main Room 12 Parker Rd Long Valley, NJ 07853 11 Hasting Square Pool House Main Room Hastings Dr Hackettstown, NJ 07840 7 Heath Villag...

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Township Committee Special Meeting on June 4 at 9:00 am via Zoom

  Notice is hereby given that a Special Meeting of the Washington Township (Morris County) Committee will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at 9:00 AM electronically via Zoom, a cloud-based audio conferencing tool with computer and telephone access. ...

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NJDOH Conducting Behavioral Risk Factor Survey

 The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) is asking its residents to pick up the phone when we (NJDOH) call and to respond to the New Jersey Behavioral Risk Factor Survey (NJBRFS), an ongoing anonymous telephone survey sponsored by the Centers for...

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COVID VACCINE & BOOSTER CLINIC Tuesday, May 31st 4:00 - 7:00 pm

  The Washington Township Health Department, in cooperation with  Greenbrook Family Practice will be holding a COVID Vaccine Clinic.  All stages of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines (first shot, second shot, booster shots) will be offered for anyone ages 5...

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Las Recetas Caseras Para Fórmula De Bebes No Son Una Opción Segura

 Centro de Envenenamiento de NJ 1-800-222-1222 En medida que empeora la escasez de fórmula, los padres y cuidadores se encuentran en situaciones de emergencia en las que no pueden encontrar fórmula para bebés. La escasez ha provocado que los padres y...

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Homemade Formula Recipes Are Not a Safe Option for Formula Shortage

 NJ Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222 Advisory from the NJ Poison Control Center Warning: Homemade Formula Recipes Are Not a Safe Option for Formula Shortage As the formula shortage worsens, parents and caregivers find themselves in emergency situ...

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Have you run out of at-home COVID test kits? You can get more ....

 The Washington Township Health Department wants to make residents aware that at-home COVID tests are, once again, available free of charge.  Sign up to have at-home COVID rapid antigen test kits delivered directly to your home.  ...

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