Press Release Date: 12/29/2025 From: Hammonton Police Chief K. Friel Reference: Fatal Helicopter Crash, Hammonton, NJ At approximately 11:25 AM on December 28th, 2025 the Hammonton Police Department received a report of an aviation crash between two helicopters. The midair collision was between an Enstrom model 280C and an Enstrom model F-28A which had both departed from the Hammonton Municipal Airport. The helicopters crash landed in a field and tree line in the 100 block of Basin Road. One helicopter was engulfed in flames. The Hammonton Volunteer Fire Department extinguished the helicopter that was in flames in the field. Hammonton Police [...]

PSA: There will be no recycling or trash collection on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25 or New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. Both holiday collections will experience a one-day delay. Trash collection scheduled for Friday, Dec. 26 and Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, will proceed as planned without any postponement. Bulk trash collection week is Jan. 5-9, 2026. Town Hall will be closed on Christmas and New Year’s Day.  

The Hammonton Public Works Department is committed to improving safety and facilitating smoother driving during winter weather conditions. In response to varying snowfall amounts and durations, town trucks may need to clear your street multiple times. As snow is pushed off the plows, it can accumulate in driveways, which is an unavoidable consequence of the plowing process. Homeowners are responsible for removing this snow from their driveways. Some useful tips to make dealing with snow-related tasks less frustrating: Place your trash and recycling bins at the curb for collection, and be sure to take them back in promptly to avoid any [...]

PSA: There will be no recycling or trash collection on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025 or New Year's Day, Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. All collections will be delayed by one day. Bulk trash collection week is Jan. 5-9, 2026. Town Hall will be closed on Christmas and New Year's Day. Happy holidays from the Town of Hammonton! Don’t miss the Noon Year’s Eve Celebration sponsored by the Hammonton Drug Awareness! Join us for a lively noon party filled with confetti, food, exciting games and creative crafts. It's a fantastic event designed for the whole family to enjoy together. The festivities [...]

Downtown Hammonton is preparing to welcome the New Year in signature fashion as the Annual Hammonton NYE Bash returns on Wednesday, December 31st, from 10:30 PM to 12:30 AM along Central Avenue. Presented by Philip Carr of Crowley & Carr Real Estate and MainStreet Hammonton / Downtown Hammonton, the celebration will once again bring together residents and visitors for live music, fireworks, and the beloved Giant Blueberry Drop. As the countdown to midnight approaches, the energy will build with live music by local favorite Beginners Luck, setting the soundtrack for a night filled with community spirit and celebration. Complimentary hot chocolate [...]

Leaf collection in the Town of Hammonton will continue until Tuesday, December 23rd. Collections are typically scheduled around your regular trash pick-up day; however, please be aware that inclement weather and holidays may cause delays. The Public Works Department appreciates your patience during this time. To ensure the safety of our staff and the protection of equipment, please make sure that leaf piles are free from foreign objects, such as metal or tree limbs. Additionally, it is important to keep these piles away from storm drains and low-hanging trees. Questions or concerns? Web: Public Works / Highway Dept. Email: srivera@townofhammonton.org Call: [...]

PLEASE NOTE: The public session of the Town Council meeting on Monday, December 15th, 2025 will start one hour earlier than usual, at 6:00 p.m. Town Hall Council Chambers, 100 Central Ave., Hammonton, NJ Executive Session: 5:00 p.m. Public Session: 6:00 p.m. Watch live on Access Hammonton – Comcast channel 9. Links to our streaming channels and the meeting agenda are listed below. Agenda, December 15th, 2025: https://www.townofhammonton.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Agenda-12-15-25.pdf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AccessHammonton Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/accesshammonton Check out past meetings on our media page: https://www.townofhammonton.org/media/ 2025 Town Council Meeting Dates: Tuesday, January 7th, Reorganization Meeting: Agenda Monday, January 27th: Agenda Monday, February 24th: Agenda Monday, [...]

Download: Winter Holiday Safety Tip Sheet Winter holidays are a time to gather with family and friends, increasing the risk of home fires. This free resource provides simple tips for a fire-safe holiday season. The tip sheet covers holiday decorating and entertaining, what to do before going to bed, and other facts on holiday safety. Before Heading Out or to Bed: Blow out lit candles when you leave the room or go to bed. Turn off all light strings and decorations before leaving home or going to bed. Facts: More than one-third of home decoration fires are started by candles. More [...]

Help Others While You Recycle! Participate in ACUA's 35th Annual Holiday Food Drive Please join us in helping our neighbors and community members in need by placing a clearly marked bag of non-perishable food donations at the curb on your recycling day between December 1 and 12, 2025. ACUA crews will collect and deliver your donations to the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. Most Needed Items: Canned tuna, salmon, chicken, ham, soups, fruit and vegetables, shelf-stable milk, peanut butter, pasta, boxed potatoes, rice, cereal, macaroni and cheese, diapers, and feminine hygiene products. No glass, cellophane, bottled water, soda or baby food.