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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.

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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Covid "Test to Treat" program now available in our area.

 The Washington Township Health Department has just become aware of a new Covid testing / treatment program open to residents of NJ.  "Test to Treat" is now available at specific pharmacies in our area.   "Test to Treat" allows anyone who is feeling ...

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Washington Township Well Testing Report

  Did you know that homeowners are responsible for testing their wells for contaminants? Unlike public water, which is tested by the provider, the quality of well water is the responsibility of the property owner alone. The CDC recommends testing wat...

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Assistance With Utility Costs

Family Promise of Sussex County, is a non-profit that assists individuals with services such as locating housing and paying back rent as well as many other services. Through their LIHEAP/LIWAP program, individuals can apply for and will help with hea...

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Second Covid Booster shots are available in our area NOW.

  The Washington Township Health Department wants area residents to know that residents over the age of 50 and those that are immunocompromised are eligible for a second booster shot of Covid vaccine if they received their last booster at least 4 mon...

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Assistance With Utility Costs

  Family Promise of Sussex County, is a non-profit that assists individuals with services such as locating housing and paying back rent as well as many other services. Through their LIHEAP/LIWAP program, individuals can apply for ...

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FREE Tree Seedlings for Washington Township Residents

  Free Tree Seedlings for Washington Township Residents Free tree seedlings will be available to Washington Township residents April 23rd as part of the New Jersey Forest Service’s New Jersey Tree Recovery Campaign. From 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Satur...

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Tribute to Vietnam Veterans Launched by Morris County

  Tribute to Vietnam Veterans Launched by Morris County Historical Online Project Dedicated on National Vietnam War Veterans Day “Welcome Home: Morris County’s Vietnam Vets,” an online collection of data, photographs and facts about the Morris County...

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Well Water Testing Kit Pickup April 23

The Environmental Commission, with the Raritan Headwaters Association, would like to once again provide TWP residents with another opportunity to have their private well water tested for contaminants. Event:  Private Well Water Testing Location:...

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52 Forested acres preserved in Washington Township

 Preserved Properties Morris County 2020 WT applications 52 forested acres preserved in Washington Township Two properties, 37 and 15 acres, are now public open space A 37-acre wooded property that will help connect township-owned open space and...

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Morris County Launches New Veteran & Family Counseling Service

  Morris County Launches New Veteran & Family Counseling Service Program is Among Three New Services Focused on Former Military Morris County has launched a “Veteran and Family Support Program” under contract with the Mental Health Association to ass...

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BE AWARE! Cancer Awareness and Prevention

  The Washington Township Health Department would like to make area residents aware that NJCEED (NJ Cancer Education and Early Detection) is offering several opportunities for cancer awareness / prevention during the month of March.  Free transportat...

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JCP&L Assistance Programs Can Help as Winter Utility Disconnection Moratorium Expires on March 15

 Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), is urging residential customers experiencing financial hardship to contact the company as soon as possible to establish an affordable payment arrangement or obtain a...

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Margaret Nordstrom - Morris County Chamber of Commerce’s 2021 Alex DeCroce Public Leadership Award Recipient

 Margaret Nordstrom, Washington Township Mayor 1994-1999, and Matt Murello, current Washington Township Mayor. Mayor Murello joined with Morris County business leaders and elected officials to congratulate Margaret Nordstrom, the Morris County Chambe...

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Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Facility in Morris County

  The Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA) operates a year-round Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) facility in an effort to make managing HHW more convenient for Morris County residents and businesses.  The HHW facility is located at the...

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BOOST NJ2 week February 23, 2022 - March 1. 2022

 February 23 - March 1, 2022 has been designated as BOOST NJ2 week.  During this week, Health Departments, Pharmacies, Health Centers and pop-up sites all over the state will, once again, be offering  Free Vaccine Clinics for all NJ residents ages 5 ...

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