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Franklin Township Annual Easter Egg Hunt (April 12, 2025)

Posted on March 21, 2025

Hunterdon County Commissioner Announces SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan Application

Posted on March 7, 2025

Dear Hunterdon County Residents & Business Owners: Please see attached press release that I recently issued regarding availability of U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans for qualifying small businesses and non-profit organizations that experienced economic losses due to drought and excessive heat conditions that began on June 25, 2024. These loans provide...

FTS Notice: Kindergarten Roundup and Registration Information (2025-2026)

Posted on March 7, 2025

Hunterdon County Electronic Recycling and Hazardous Waste Days (2025)

Posted on March 7, 2025

The Hunterdon County Health Department will be hosting the following Electronic Recycling Days: Saturdays: March 22nd, June 14th, September 27th and November 15th. Time: 9:00am to 1:00pm Location: Hunterdon County Complex, Rt. 12, Raritan Twp. Electronic Recycling Days Printable Flyer The Hunterdon County Health Department will be hosting the following Household Hazardous Waste Cleanup Days:...

Raritan Headwaters Association’s (RHA) 35th Annual Stream Cleanup: April 12, 2025

Posted on March 7, 2025

Dear Residents, My name is Drew Jacobs, and I am reaching out to you on behalf of the Raritan Headwaters Association in preparation for our 35th Annual Stream Cleanup Event on April 12th, 2025, from 9am to noon. Each year, we organize a Stream Cleanup across the Raritan Watershed to remove harmful trash and debris to help...

JCP&L Advisory: Tree Trimming for Clinton Substation

Posted on March 7, 2025

JCP&L is scheduled to perform tree trimming maintenance for the Clinton Substation beginning approximately April 2, 2025. The following roads will be affected: Clinton Substation - Franklin Twp Trim Please note that residents that would like to report trees that are endangering power lines can contact JCP&L customer service at 1-800-662-3115 anytime Monday –...

Temple University College of Public Health is seeking research study participants on well water & children’s health.

Posted on March 4, 2025

Dear Franklin Township, My name is Laya, I’m with the Temple University College of Public Health. We are currently conducting a National Institutes of Health-funded research study on the effects of well water on children’s health and were wondering if your township could be of assistance for participant recruitment. We currently have just about...

FTS NOTICE: BOARD OF EDUCATION CALENDAR

Posted on March 4, 2025

Dr. Joanne Calabro, Interim Superintendent of Schools, Franklin Township School District, has shared the 2025 Board of Education calendar. You can find more information about the Franklin Township School Board of Education on their website.

Hunterdon County Public Meeting: On the Draft Preliminary State Development & Redevelopment Plan

Posted on March 4, 2025

March 6, 2025 6:00pm-8:00pm Snow Date: April 3, 2025 6-8pm Hunterdon County Complex 314 State Route 12, Bldg. #1 Flemington, NJ 08822 Join the State Office of Planning Advocacy and Hunterdon County to learn about the draft preliminary State Development and Redevelopment Plan and the Cross-Acceptance process. Attendees will have the opportunity to comment on...

Franklin Township Fishing Derby – May 17th, 2025

Posted on March 4, 2025

ANNUAL FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP RECREATION FISHING DERBY (For township residents up to age 18) MAY 17, 2025 Registration begins at 10am Fishing is between 11am-12:30pm. BRUNNER FARM, 94 AIRPORT ROAD, PITTSTOWN Prizes for best dressed overall for all age groups. Prizes by age group for the following: First Fish Caught Biggest Fish Caught Most Fish Caught...

Franklin Township Municipal Offices Delayed Opening 2/6/25

Posted on February 6, 2025

The Franklin Township Municipal Offices will be operating on a 2 hour delayed opening today February 6, 2025 due to icy road conditions. The offices will open at 10:00 am. If you need to be on the roads please use extreme caution.

New Links Added to the OEM Section of the Franklin Township Webpage to keep Residents Safe and Informed

Posted on January 27, 2025

Franklin Township has added two new links to our Office Of Emergency Services Department section of our webpage. Everbridge Nixle: Sign up to stay safe and informed before, during, and after a critical event in your community Receive alerts for severe weather, criminal activities, severe traffic, missing persons, or local events. Everbridge Nixle keeps you...

Somerset Union and Hunterdon SCD offices are holding a Local Working Group with the NRCS

Posted on January 23, 2025

Good afternoon, The Somerset Union and Hunterdon SCD offices are holding a Local Working Group with the NRCS (federal agency partner). Please see the attached flyer for the event to be held on 2/20/25 from 9-11 am at the Somerset County 4H Building. The Local Working Groups are held by the SCD offices...

Christmas Tree Collection – 2025

Posted on January 3, 2025

Starting January 2, 2025, DPW will be collecting Christmas trees until January 31, 2025. Christmas Trees must be out by the curb and have NO tinsel, ornaments, stands, lights, wrapping, spray or whatever can either injury employees or damage any Township equipment. To have your Christmas Tree picked up please email DPW at dpw@franklin-twp.org or...

FTS NOTICE: FREE PRESCHOOL PROGRAM (2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR)

Posted on January 3, 2025

January 2, 2025 Dear Parents/Guardians, Franklin Township School will be continuing our preschool program during the 2025-2026 school year. Please complete the survey here to indicate your interest in the District’s free preschool program for the 2025-2026 school year. Please fill out a separate form for each preschool-aged child you are interested in enrolling in...

NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS: 2025 Assessment List

Posted on December 16, 2024

Franklin Township Notice to Taxpayers In accordance with N.J.S.A. 54:4-38 the 2025 Tax Assessment list will be open for inspection at the municipal building located at 202 Sidney Road Pittstown, NJ 08867 on Tuesday January 7th 2025 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm by appointment thereafter. Jeffrey S. Ward CTA Franklin Township Tax Assessor

Hunterdon County Public Safety Director And Sheriff Provide Update On Recent Drone Sightings

Posted on December 5, 2024

The Hunterdon County Public Safety Direct and Sheriff have provided a notice regarding the recent drone sightings in the area. County OEM & Sheriff Notice on Drone Sightings

Zoning Department – Temporary Change in Hours – November 24th, 2024

Posted on November 22, 2024

The Zoning Officer will be out of the office on Wednesday, November 24th, 2024. This is a singular event and not a permanent change.

RARITAN TOWNSHIP – Inaugural Holiday Lights Event – Sunday, December 1st.

Posted on November 15, 2024

Good afternoon, My name is Nick Chow, Communications Coordinator for Raritan Township. We have our inaugural Holiday Lights event scheduled Sunday, December 1st, where we will have our Mayor, Scott Sipos, host a community celebration with the lighting of a holiday tree and menorah honoring the diverse traditions that bring warmth and joy...

Quakertown Fire Company – Lock Box Project

Posted on November 8, 2024

Dear Franklin Township Residents, The Quakertown Fire Company Community Outreach Program is offering assistance to residents aged 65 and older by providing secure, damage-free access to their homes during emergencies. Lock Box Project Overview The Lock Box Project equips eligible residents with a weather-resistant lock box containing a key to their home, enabling authorized emergency...