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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.

Full Time JR. DPW MECHANIC - Department of Public Works

Full Time – JR. DPW MECHANIC JR. DPW MECHANIC – WASHINGTON TWP, MORRIS COUNTY –FT, $34.38/hr., benefits. Must have High School diploma or GED and combined 3 years auto tech training at vocational or community college and experience in automotive (gas...

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Spring is in the Air. And so is Pollen. Here’s What to do.

  WHAT ARE SPRING ALLERGIES? Every spring, trees, grass, and weeds release tiny pollen particles into the air. For millions of people, the immune system mistakenly treats this pollen as a threat — triggering the all-too-familiar symptoms we call seas...

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WALK YOUR WAY TO BETTER HEALTH

  Walking is one of the easiest and most powerful ways to improve your health—no gym or equipment needed! You likely already know that physical activity—like walking—is good for your overall health. But walking, in particular, offers a range of benef...

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The Animal Census has started!

Washington Township would like to inform you that a Animal Census has started.  Census takers will be clearly identified with ID tags and driving marked vehicles with the Township logo.  Please ask to see identification if you have concerns...

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Free radon test kits available to Washington Township residents

  Washington Township Health Department, Morris County, New Jersey, in cooperation with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Radon Program, announces that January has been designated Radon Action Month. Radon is the second le...

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REMINDER - Electronics Recycling Saturday, June 24

  Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Township DPW, 54 Rock Road, Long Valley.  ONLY THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL BE ACCEPTED: TVs, computers, monitors, laptops, portable computers, tablets, printers, fax...

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SCHEDULE CHANGE FOR SCHOOLEY'S MOUNTAIN ROAD BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

  THE COUNTY HAS ADVISED US OF A NEW SCHEDULE:  As planned, beginning June 16, the southbound lane of Schooley's Mountain Road will be closed at the bridge and southbound traffic will be detoured.  The northbound lane will remain open. FROM JUNE 19 -...

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Polls Open 6 am to 8 pm on Tuesday, June 6 for the Primary Election

  In addition to the local and county races, all 120 seats in the state Legislature are on the ballot. New Jersey is a closed primary system, meaning that only voters with a declared party affiliation can vote for their respective party’s nominees.  ...

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Memorial Day Holiday Closure for Municipal Offices

  Washington Township Municipal Offices will close at 2:00 pm on Friday, May 26, 2023, and will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2023. We will reopen at 8:00 am on Tuesday, May 30, 2023. We encourage Township residents to participate in our annual Memori...

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Measures to Protect Your Child on June 5 from 6 - 8 pm.

 

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Washington Township hiring a Jr. DPW Mechanic and a PT Fire Inspector

  Washington Township, Morris County, is hiring for the following 2 positions: JR. DPW MECHANIC – Full Time, $32/hr., benefits. Must have High School diploma or GED and combined 3 years auto tech training at vocational or community college and experi...

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UPDATED ACCEPTABLE ITEMS FOR MAY 6th ELECTRONICS RECYCLING

  This event is open to Washington Township, Morris County, residents only. Proof of residency will be required. SHREDDING Total allowed is 6 boxes per household. Three banker size boxes are free of charge. Three additional banker size boxes permitte...

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Shade Tree Committee and Volunteers Plant Trees

  The Washington Township Shade Tree Committee held their spring tree planting on Saturday,  April 15, 2023.  Member of the Shade Tree Committee and other volunteers planted 34 swamp white oak trees along Windswept Way.  Pictured from left to right a...

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Paper Shredding, Electronics & Rigid Plastic Recycling, Brush Drop Off May 6th 8 am - 11 am at the DPW 54 Rock Road, Long Valley

  This event is open to Washington Township, Morris County, residents only. Proof of residency will be required. SHREDDING Total allowed is 6 boxes per household. Three banker size boxes are free of charge. Three additional banker size boxes permitte...

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Well Water Test Kit Pickup April 22

  The Washington Township Environmental Commission and Raritan Headwaters Association will hold a Well Water Testing Pick April 22nd at the Rock Spring park pavilion from  9am to 12pm. *Water samples must be returned to Rock Spring Park on April 24th...

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Screening saves lives!

  Screening (testing for colorectal cancer) is the No. 1 way you can prevent colon cancer and rectal cancer. With screening, colorectal cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Colon cancer and rectal cancer are also highly treatable if caught ...

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Cover All Kids Community Outreach

  Navigating Hope Facilitates “Cover All Kids” Community Outreach   Morris County’s unique Navigating Hope mobile outreach program will be joined by an outreach specialist from the New Jersey State Department of Human Services to advance a state init...

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Take Steps to Protect Foot Health

    Most of us go through each day without ever thinking about our feet. It’s only when something goes wrong that we tend to realize just how important our feet really are. Your feet are surprisingly complex. Each foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and a ...

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Story Map Launches to Celebrate 40 Years of Farmland Preservation

  Morris County Launches Interactive Story Map to Celebrate 40 Years of Farmland Preservation Program: Learn More About Each Farm in an Informative Online Audio and Visual Format  Morris County is celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Morris County...

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Washington Township School District Announces March 14th Referendum Vote

 The Washington Township Schools have announced a referendum vote to fund capital improvement projects and new STEM education spaces in all schools.  The schools are hosting two more community forums on March 1st at Old Farmers Road School ...

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