PANCAKES FOR PATRIOTS! Come out for a delicious breakfast and help honor our local heroes! We are hosting a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser to support the new "Hometown Military Heroes" monument at Veterans Memorial Park. This new monument specifically honors all brave service members who served our country from the Post-Vietnam Era (1976) to the present. Mark your calendars for TWO important dates to support our veterans: MONUMENT UNVEILING CEREMONY WHEN: Saturday, November 14 at 11:30 AM WHERE: Veterans Memorial Park (333 Vine Street, Hammonton, NJ) Join us for the official dedication and unveiling of the "Hometown Military Heroes" monument! PANCAKE BREAKFAST [...]

HAMMONTON, NJ – MainStreet Hammonton is inviting the community to mark their calendars for Saturday, December 5, as Downtown Hammonton prepares for its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony featuring the Hammonton Gazette Elf Village. This year's event will feature more activities, new holiday experiences, and extended hours from 5 PM to 9 PM, giving families even more opportunities to celebrate the season together. The annual celebration will bring back the traditions that have made the event a favorite among local families, including live entertainment, holiday activities, and the return of Santa to light the town tree. “The Tree Lighting has been a [...]

The Hammonton Joint Land Use Board meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 4th, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting will take place on Wednesday, December 2nd, 2026. Joint Land Use Board meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the first floor Council Chambers at Hammonton Town Hall, located at 100 Central Ave., Hammonton, NJ 08037. View additional meeting information here: Agendas, Minutes and Schedule. Please contact Board Secretary Shelly DiChurch at 609-567-4300 Ext. 110 or email sdichurch@townofhammonton.org with inquires. Online: townofhammonton.org/land-use-board Video: All meetings stream live on Access Hammonton TV – Comcast [...]

The Town of Hammonton’s annual loose-leaf collection is underway and will run through December 18, 2026. While pickups are generally scheduled around your regular trash day, holidays and inclement weather may cause delays. The Public Works Department collects approximately 3 million pounds of leaves each fall and appreciates your patience during this busy season. To help crews move quickly and safely, residents are asked to follow these guidelines: Placement: Rake leaves into the area between the sidewalk and the curb. Have all leaf piles ready before Monday of your scheduled pickup week, as crews may collect them on any day that [...]

We’re continuing our partnership with the U.S. EPA’s Get the Lead Out (GLO) Initiative, a free technical assistance program that helps identify and plan for the replacement of lead service lines. Meet us at the GLO event booth during the Hammonton Green Committee Green Day Festival on Saturday, November 7th from 12-4 PM. At the GLO booth we will have: Hands-on kids activities and GLO family resources. A pipe demonstration board for you to learn about water service line materials. Information on how to identify and report your own service line material. Information about upcoming GLO activities in our community.   [...]

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3rd, 2026. Polling sites will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Town Hall offices will be closed with the exception of the Municipal Clerk’s office. Unofficial election results will be broadcast on Access Hammonton (channel 9) as they are reported to the Municipal Clerk. Find your polling place here: https://voter.svrs.nj.gov/polling-place-search View sample ballot here: https://www.atlanticcountyclerk.org/sample-ballots/ Questions or concerns? Call 1-877-658-6837 or visit https://nj.gov/state/elections/vote.shtml Hammonton Polling Locations: D-1 Hammonton Library, 451 S Egg Harbor Rd. D-2 American Legion Hall, 101 French St. D-3 Hammonton Fire Dept. #2, 51 N. White Horse Pike D-4 Meadows Condo [...]

Sunshine Foundation Hosts Annual Holiday Craft Show in Hammonton on November 14 HAMMONTON, NJ — The Sunshine Foundation All-Volunteer Chapter invites the community to kick off their seasonal shopping at the upcoming Holiday Craft Show on Saturday, November 14, 2026. The event will run from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Hammonton Middle School, located at 75 N. Liberty Street, Hammonton, NJ. Attendees can discover unique, one-of-a-kind gifts while supporting a wonderful cause. The craft show will feature a wide array of talented local crafters and artisans selling premium handcrafted items, custom jewelry, scented candles, delicious baked goods, and much [...]

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: WATER SYSTEM UPDATE The Town of Hammonton Water Department is currently addressing areas of brown, cloudy, or discolored water affecting several sections of town. What Happened? Yesterday, Well #5 was put back into service following routine maintenance. The startup process naturally disturbed the water system, resulting in temporary discoloration. This is a similar effect to what occurs during the normal, routine fire hydrant flushing. Is the water safe? Yes, the water remains completely safe to use. What is being done? Town crews are actively flushing water lines to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Yesterday’s Focus: Crews [...]

Join the Town of Hammonton as we come together to honor, remember, and celebrate our local military heroes. Save the dates for these two upcoming Veterans events in our community: Tri-Vets Ceremony: November 11th at 7:00 PM, Hammonton Middle School located at 75 N. Liberty Street. Hometown Military Heroes Monument Unveiling: November 14th at 11:30 AM, Veterans Memorial Park located at 333 Vine Street. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to show your support and gratitude for those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. We look forward to seeing you there!

May we never forget the sacrifices made by our veterans. Hometown Military Heroes Monument Unveiling: November 14th, 2026 at 11:30 AM, Veterans Memorial Park located at 333 Vine Street. Join the Town of Hammonton as we come together to honor, remember, and celebrate our local military heroes. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to show your support and gratitude for those who have sacrificed so much for our freedom. We look forward to seeing you there!