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Category: Township News

2021 General Election Results

The 2021 General Election took place on November 2nd, 2021.  The most up-to-date results can be located on the Hunterdon County Election & Voter Information webpage. Unofficial Election Results All results are considered unofficial until declared official by the County Clerk. 2021GeneralElectionMachineResults-Districts01-03

Hunterdon County Sheriff Releases Warning To Residents About Disaster Scams

After the recent tropical storm caused severe damage to several Hunterdon County communities, Sheriff Fred W. Brown is warning residents to be aware of the potential for scams which can cause additional damage to an already vulnerable disaster-affected group. Sheriff Brown said, “The Division of Consumer Affairs has issued a warning to all affected persons … Continued

Well Testing Kits Available

Due to the recent flooding events and concerns regarding safety of well water on flooded properties,  Franklin Township has partnered with Raritan Headwaters to have  well water test  kits available for pick up at the Franklin Township Municipal Building.  Office hours are 8:00 am -4:00 pm Monday thru Friday. Kits Available:   Basic test kit (this … Continued

Attention Residents: Bear Sighting Across from Cherryville Baptist Church

A large black bear was sighted across the street from Cherryville Baptist Church.  Residents are advised to take precautions to ensure nothing encourages the bear to enter their properties.  Please keep all garbage containers locked and empty bird feeders.   For more tips regarding bear safety please see the following: BEARS Black bears by nature … Continued

UPDATE: Road Closures due to Hurricane Ida (9/9/21 11:46am)

Attention residents:  The Department of Public Works has provided  the following list of roads affected by Hurricane Ida. UPDATE Road Closures in Franklin Twp 9/6/2021  9:04am Lower Landsdown (train trestle to landsdown) EXTENDED CLOSURE DUE TO DAMAGE TO 6 TON BRIDGE Sidney Road “Porter’s Bridge” (landsdown to Hogback) EXTENDED CLOSURE Oak Grove (between Croton and … Continued

Coyote and Bear Safety Tips

Living in a rural community it is not uncommon to come across a wide array of wildlife.  Coyotes and Bears are becoming more prevalent and it is important to know how to safely coexist. COYOTES Coyotes play an important role in the ecosystem, helping to keep rodent populations under control. They are by nature wary … Continued

Well Testing Recommended After a Flood!

Was your property flooded during Tropical Storm Ida?  Please note that the Environmental Protection Agency recommends that private wells be tested after a flood event to ensure the safety of drinking water.   For more information you can visit the EPA website: What to Do With Your Private Well After a Flood.

UPDATE: Road Closures due to Hurricane Ida (9/6/21 9:04am)

Attention residents:  The Department of Public Works has provided  the following list of roads affected by Hurricane Ida. UPDATE Road Closures in Franklin Twp 9/6/2021  9:04am Lower Landsdown (train trestle to landsdown) EXTENDED CLOSURE DUE TO DAMAGE TO 6 TON BRIDGE Sidney Road “Porter’s Bridge” (landsdown to Hogback) EXTENDED CLOSURE Oak Grove (between Croton and … Continued

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