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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.

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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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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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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Morris County Small Business Grants Available

  The Morris County Small Business Grant Program is still accepting on-line applications for funding to aid local, small companies, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits impacted by the pandemic. You can apply and find more information at:  morriscountysmall...

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Webinar Recording of Gardens with Buzz Presentation

  On May 12, 2022, the Mendham Township and Washington Township Environmental Commissions jointly presented the "Gardens With Buzz" webinar with Mary Anne Borge.  Ms. Borge spoke about how birds, butterflies, bees, and other critters vital to human s...

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Second Quarter Grace Period End May 10

The last day to pay second quarter taxes without interest is Tuesday, May 10, 2022.  

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Community Garden Registration Closed

All plots have been assigned for the 2022 season. You can still visit the community garden site for helpful gardening information and member recipes.

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Gardens with Buzz Zoom Presentation

The Washington Township Environmental Commission is jointly presenting "Gardens with Buzz: Certifying Your Yard as Habitat" with the Mendham Township Environmental Commission. Registration can be done online for the zoom presentation to be held May 1...

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Township Committee Adopts Municipal Budget

The 2022 Municipal Budget was approved at the Township Committee's April meeting. The budget includes a 5.6% increase in the amount budgeted. There is only a 1.9% increase in the amount to be raised by municipal taxes as increased grant revenue of al...

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PAPER SHREDDING, E-WASTE, BRUSH, and RIGID PLASTIC RECYCLING EVENT

  Saturday, May 21, 2022 8:00 to 11:00 AM at 54 Rock Road, Long Valley  This event is open to Washington Township, Morris County, residents only. Proof of residency is required. For more information call the DPW at 908-876-3382. SHREDDING Total allow...

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New Ordinances Adopted, Introduced

The following ordinances were adopted at the April 18, 2022 Regular Meeting of the Washington Township Committee:  RO-02-22 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF MORRIS, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER 217 “ZONING”, ARTICLE IV “...

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Request for Summer Camp Proposal

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON  COUNTY OF MORRIS   PROGRAM DESCRIPTION   Washington Township wishes to receive proposals for services in connection with the operation of a summer camp program to be held a...

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