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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.

Township Tax Collector Announces Tax Sale

Washington Township announces the sale of 2020 and prior year delinquent taxes and other municipal charges through an on-line auction on October 15, 2021 at 8:30 am.  For a listing of all parcels, delinquencies and costs, along with bidding instructi...

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Out-of-the-Darkness Morris County Walk

Event Details Date: 09/18/2021 Location: Cougar Field - Chatham Township, NJ Walk Day Activities Begin: 4:00 pm Opening Ceremony: 5:00 pm Event Ends: 7:00 pm Walk Chairs: Curt Ritter & Anthony Loporto Event Day Details are subject to change as we get...

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COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shot

HHS announced a plan to begin offering COVID-19 vaccine booster shots this fall. CDC’s independent advisory committee, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, will continue to meet and discuss data on the evolution of the pandemic and the u...

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Municipal Offices Delayed Opening 11 AM on 1/16

Municipal offices will be closed until 10AM. Department contact info is available here: https://www.wtmorris.org/index.php/departments.html  

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Road Closures

The following roads are closed as of 11:00 pm, Sept 2, 2021: E VALLEY BROOK RE-OPENED ENTIRE LENGTH N FOUR BRIDGES AT #136 VERNOY BRIDGE CLOSED EAST AVE RE-OPENED BLACK RIVER RD #239    

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Upcoming September Events In Our Community

September has arrived and with it comes events and classes available in your community from Atlantic Health System.  To protect the health and safety of patients, communities, and health care professionals, Atlantic Health System has revised many com...

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Back-to-Health Open House

Back-to-Health Open House - “Building Back the Best Version of Yourself”  Event Location: Valley View Chapel, 115 E. Mill Rd Event Date & Time: September 21, 2021, 6:00p - 8:30p This event is hosted by the Washington Township Health Department as an ...

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Morris County 9/11 Rememberence Ceremony

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners is inviting residents of Morris County and beyond to join them Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021 at 6 p.m. to observe the 20th Anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with a special remembrance cer...

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Township Email Service Unavailable afternoon of Aug. 26

Municipal Building offices will be temporarily unavailable by email starting at 2 p.m. for maintenance. Departments can be reached by phone until 5 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit the contact us page for department phone numbers...

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Rock Road Milling & Paving

Roadwork will begin August 27th. Anticipate delays or plan alternate routes as traffic may be limited to alternating lanes. Milling and Paving will begin on or around September 3rd at which time the road will be closed to thru traffic for approximate...

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Overdose & Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Day

Join the Morris County Department of Human Services for their annual global event raising awareness of overdose and fentanyl poisoning, reducing the stigma, and a memorial honoring the loved ones of Morris County taken by the drug epidemic. This memo...

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FDA Approves First COVID-19 Vaccine

 As of August 23, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine has been known as the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine, and will now be marketed as Comirnaty, for the prevention of COVID-19 disease in in...

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Storm prep Checklist from JCP&L

Storms bring heavy rain, lightning, high winds and downed trees, which could lead to power outages. If your power goes out, follow these quick tips to be prepared and to stay safe: Be Prepared • Keep electronic devices such as cell phones, laptops an...

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Email Service Temporarily Unavailable 8/19

Departments can be reached by phone until 5 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please visit the contact us page for contact numbers.  

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Additional Vaccine for People with Weakened Immune Systems

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have authorized a free third dose of Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for those with moderately to severely compromised immune systems after an initial ...

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Well-Check Program for Senior Citizens & Disabled Residents

The Washington Township Health Department offers a Well-Check Program in support of seniors and disabled residents of both Washington & Chester Township. Program Details: Includes quarterly, yearly, or emergency calls from the Township inquiring abou...

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New Ordinances Adopted, Introduced

The following ordinances were adopted at the August 16, 2021 Regular Meeting of the Washington Township Committee:  RO-12-21 AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, COUNTY OF MORRIS, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, AMENDING CHAPTER 217, ZONING, SECTION 217-...

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Back to Health Open House

Back-to-Health Open House - “Building Back the Best Version of Yourself” Event Location: Valley View Chapel, 115 E. Mill Rd Event Date & Time: September 21, 2021, 6:00p - 8:30p This event is hosted by the Washington Township Health Department as an o...

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Delta Variant Info from NJDOH

Four things to know from the New Jersey Department of Health: 1. The Delta variant has become the majority of COVID-19 cases in the US 2. The variant is twice as contagious as before 3. The vaccine protects you from infection, illness, hospitalizatio...

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Zoning and Construction Permit Applications Can be Made Online

 Applications for zoning permits - needed to construct, reconstruct, alter or convert any structure or building or part thereof, including pillars, gates and signs, or alter the use of any land - as well as building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical ...

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