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The Hammonton Independent Vol. Fire Co. 2 is pleased to announce an essay contest open to students in grades 3 through 12. Participants are encouraged to compose a brief essay that addresses the question, "Who do you consider a hero?" For more information, visit www.hammontonfire2.com/essaycontest
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TOWN OF HAMMONTON • EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Municipal Code Enforcement Officer Part-Time • Construction [...]
Traffic Advisory: Bellevue Ave. Closure • March 16-20
Traffic Advisory: Route 54 Reconstruction Project PSA: The Route 54 Reconstruction Project will [...]
Agenda • March 11 • 6PM • Special Meeting
Please Note 6:00 P.M. Meeting Start A Special Meeting of Mayor and Council [...]
40th Annual Red, White & Blueberry Festival • Sunday, June 28th, 2026 Hammonton High School 566 Old Forks Rd, Hammonton, NJ 08037 This year will be extra special as we celebrate our Festival's 40th Anniversary AND the 250th Birthday of the United States of America. • Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m. to noon • Cruisin' Classics Car Show • Live Music, DJ • Kids Funzone • Blueberry Pie Eating Contest • Arts and Crafts • Food Vendors For more information, visit the Greater Hammonton Chamber of Commerce website: www.hammontonnj.us Follow on Facebook for updates: www.facebook.com/GreaterHammontonChamberofCommerce Screenshot A Special Meeting of Mayor and Council will be held on Monday, June 29th at Town Hall beginning at 4:00 p.m. to discuss the Route 54 Reconstruction Project.Residents can tune in live to the meeting on Access Hammonton, available on Comcast channel 9. Links to the meeting agenda and our streaming channels can be found below. Follow our Facebook page for the latest municipal news.• Agenda 6-29-26:https://www.townofhammonton.org/Agenda6-29.pdf• Mayor and Town Council Information:https://www.townofhammonton.org/mayor-council/• 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/ PRAC of South Jersey: Summer Celebration at Hammonton Lake Park 100 Sports Drive, Hammonton, NJ 08037 June 30th, 2026 • Noon to 3 p.m. Community Connections: Hammonton In partnership with Red Cross, the JFS Sprinter Van will be onsite in Hammonton to provide information about services offered. The JFS Atlantic Homeless Alliance (AHA) assists individuals and families affected or at risk of homelessness in Atlantic County. Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties WHEN: Beginning June 4th, Every First & Third Wednesday Following (10am-12pm) WHERE: Hammonton Family Success Center 310 Bellevue Avenue, Hammonton NJ For information about JFS Services visit www.jfsatlantic.org View: Meeting Agendas and Minutes Hammonton Joint Land Use Board meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. on the first floor Council Chambers at Hammonton Town Hall, located at 100 Central Ave., Hammonton, NJ 08037. Please contact Board Secretary Shelly DiChurch at 609-567-4300 Ext. 110 or email sdichurch@townofhammonton.org with inquires. Video: All meetings stream live on Access Hammonton TV – Comcast channel 9, YouTube and Vimeo. Watch a past Land Use Board meeting on our Video Archive Page. Download: Instructions to applicants applying to the Hammonton Joint Land Use Board • Planning and Zoning 2026 Meeting Schedule: January 7 January 21 February 4 February [...] If you or someone you know is in need of food assistance, please register here https://smpl.is/7sji7 before you arrive. Present code to a volunteer when you attend. Food distribution takes place every 1st Thursday of the month at 11:00 a.m. until supplies last, rain or shine. Volunteers are always needed. Location: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Society, 1 Mt. Carmel Lane (carnival grounds) Hammonton, NJ 08037. The Hope Exists Foundation is dedicated to transforming lives and communities by supporting individuals facing substance use, mental health challenges, chronic homelessness, and food insecurity. We provide comprehensive support and essential resources to meet immediate needs [...] 2026 Holiday Trash Pickup Schedule: If your trash day falls on a holiday, in most cases, it will be picked up the following day. If Friday is a holiday, trash collection will take place the day before, on Thursday. Town Hall offices, including the Public Works Department, will be off on the following holidays: July 3rd, Independence Day observed, Friday Collection will take place the day before on Thursday, July 2nd. The Hammonton Convenience Station will be closed on Saturday, July 4th. September 7th, Labor Day, Monday Collection will resume on Tuesday, September 8th October 12th, Columbus Day, Monday Collection will [...] July 3, 2026 • Hammonton Blueberry Block Party • 250th Celebration Click here to see the July 4th • 250th Celebration schedule. To contact the organizers of Hammonton’s 250th Celebration, please reach out via email at Hammonton250@gmail.com. Hours – 8:00 PM – 12:30 AM Location: ARH Parking Lot, 215 Bellevue Ave, Hammonton, NJ 08037 Live bands, performances, kid’s activities, beer garden, civic organizations, giant blueberry lit up on the ground, confetti cannons Beer Garden – hours from 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM Blue Rascal Distillery Three 3’s / Snouts and Stouts Harrison Beverage Let’s Be Frank Live bands / performances / [...] Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary by taking part in the Hammonton Independence Day Parade on Saturday, July 4 at 4:00 p.m., presented in partnership with the Town of Hammonton, the Hammonton Police Department, and the Hammonton Fire Department, and is proudly sponsored by the Robert Capoferri Foundation. One of the signature events of Hammonton's America 250 celebration, the parade will bring together marching bands, mummers, community organizations, decorated floats, patriotic performances, emergency vehicles, classic cars, local businesses, and residents for an unforgettable display of hometown pride. Whether you're participating in the parade or cheering from the sidelines, spectators can expect a festive [...] Bulk trash is collected on the first full week of each month, Monday through Friday, on your scheduled trash collection day. Download: 2026 Public Works Service Schedule For more information on municipal services, please visit the Hammonton Highway and Public Works Department page. Items must be placed at the curb prior to 6:00 a.m. Rugs, carpet padding, paint and chemicals are NOT permitted. Please place items curbside as neatly as possible. Recycled items should be separated from bulk trash. Residents are required to use a dumpster for construction debris and should never be considered bulk trash. Items must be placed out in [...] Pictured are some of the materials that the ACUA will be accepting at this Saturday's Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off event. Atlantic County residents can safely dispose of hazardous materials July 11, between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. ACUA accepts: Fluorescent light bulbs Rechargeable batteries Oil-based paint Fire extinguishers Motor oil and More! ACUA Environmental Park 6700 Delilah Road Egg Harbor Township NJ 08234 Learn more and see a full list of accepted materials at acua.com/hhw Join us at the Sons of Italy for the annual Running of the Sandwiches, 4PM! Line up early on Cottage Ave for the best spot to meet and greet your favorite sandwich. The club will be open to the public from 1-7pm for a Raviolli and Meatball dinner. Who do you think will win this year? Sausage and Peppers Meatball Pork and Broccoli Rabe Red Roast Beef Free Local Delivery for orders of 5 or more from 1-4pm. Call or text 609-204-2752. Sons of Italy, Hammonton: 427 N. 3rd St, Hammonton, NJ 08037 Screenshot Brush and yard waste will be collected during the second full week of each month. Please make sure your yard waste does not exceed a 6’x6’x6’ pile. Clippings should be placed at the curb, cut ends to the road, before 6:00 a.m. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Festival • July 13-18, 2026 The Longest Running Italian Festival in the United States Beer Garden Rules: No Back Packs All Bags Subject to Search No Outside Alcohol Must Be 21 to Enter Proper ID Required From 8pm until closing, no one under 21 permitted in Beer Garden. That includes strollers and children of any age. Dogs are not permitted in the beer garden. Alert: Fireworks at the Carnival on July 16 and 18. Starting at 8AM on July 16th, there will be an explosion bomba set off every hour on the hour. In addition at [...] Community Connections: Hammonton In partnership with Red Cross, the JFS Sprinter Van will be onsite in Hammonton to provide information about services offered. The JFS Atlantic Homeless Alliance (AHA) assists individuals and families affected or at risk of homelessness in Atlantic County. Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties If you are looking for assistance – counseling, mental health services, supportive housing and more – plan to stop by and speak with a JFS staff member. WHEN: Every First & Third Wednesday Following (10am-12pm) WHERE: Hammonton Family Success Center 310 Bellevue Avenue, Hammonton NJ For information about JFS Services [...] View: Meeting Agendas and Minutes Hammonton Joint Land Use Board meetings are held on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. on the first floor Council Chambers at Hammonton Town Hall, located at 100 Central Ave., Hammonton, NJ 08037. Please contact Board Secretary Shelly DiChurch at 609-567-4300 Ext. 110 or email sdichurch@townofhammonton.org with inquires. Video: All meetings stream live on Access Hammonton TV – Comcast channel 9, YouTube and Vimeo. Watch a past Land Use Board meeting on our Video Archive Page. Download: Instructions to applicants applying to the Hammonton Joint Land Use Board • Planning and Zoning 2026 Meeting Schedule: January 7 January 21 February 4 February [...] Parks & Recreation meetings are open to the public and take place on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Meetings are held at Hammonton Town Hall, first floor council chambers, 100 Central Ave., Hammonton, NJ 08037. For more information visit: townofhammonton.org/parks-recreation Adam Monacelli Parks & Recreation Director Phone: 609-567-4300 Ext. 103 Email: amonacelli@townofhammonton.org Address: Town Hall, Clerk’s Office, 3rd floor 100 Central Ave., Hammonton, NJ 08037 Parks & Recreation Board Members Lou Cappuccio, Chairman Sam Rodio, Deputy Mayor Paul Ordille James Borda John Iacovelli Sam Rodio, Jr. Bill Parkhurst Shawn McCloud Ray Scipione, Councilman John Scianni Alberta Eppler, Secretary Hammonton Community Market Come out to enjoy the upcoming Community Market days of the Green Committee’s 2026 monthly summer market season on the 4th Friday of the month on June, July and September. Sustainable, fresh and fun – you won’t want to miss it! This year, the Market will be held in the parking lot behind Casciano’s (212 Bellevue) – on Second and Vine. The Community Market features vendors with handmade, homemade, eco-friendly crafts and wares and provides an important opportunity to showcase local small farmers who grow with organic, sustainable or regenerative practices. Submit your Vendor registration here: Registration Link In [...] Hammonton Town Council Meeting Executive Session: 6:00 p.m. Public Session: 7:00 p.m. Meetings take place on the fourth Monday of each month. Location: 1st floor, Town Hall Council Chambers, 100 Central Ave., Hammonton, NJ 08037 Mayor and Council: Contact Page Watch live on Access Hammonton – Comcast channel 9. Links to our streaming channels are listed below: 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/ 2026 Town Council Meetings Schedule and Agendas: January 5th Reorg Meeting • Agenda January 27th • Agenda February 9th Special Meeting • Agenda February 25th • Agenda March 11th, (6PM Start) Special Meeting [...] The Hammonton Fire Department, Hammonton Drug Alliance, and Rita’s of Hammonton will be hosting an event to connect the community with their local volunteer fire department. Stop by Rita’s of Hammonton between 6pm-8pm on Wednesday, July 29th! There will be give-a-ways from the fire department and drug alliance. Rita’s is donating 25% of all sales during the event to the Hammonton Fire Department. The funds raised will help keep our firefighters hydrated during the HOT summer months. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard10 N. White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037 Thank you to the Hammonton Drug Alliance for their support. The Hammonton Fire Department, Hammonton Drug Alliance, and Rita’s of Hammonton will be hosting an event to connect the community with their local volunteer fire department. Stop by Rita’s of Hammonton between 6pm-8pm on Wednesday, July 29th! There will be give-a-ways from the fire department and Drug Alliance. Rita’s is donating 25% of all sales during the event to the Hammonton Fire Department. The funds raised will help keep our firefighters hydrated during the HOT summer months. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard10 N. White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037 Thank you to the Hammonton Drug Alliance for their support!
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40th Annual Red, White & Blueberry Festival
40th Annual Red, White & Blueberry Festival
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Special Meeting of Mayor & Council • Rt. 54 Reconstruction Project
Special Meeting of Mayor & Council • Rt. 54 Reconstruction Project
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PRAC of South Jersey: Hammonton Lake Park Summer Celebration
PRAC of South Jersey: Hammonton Lake Park Summer Celebration
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Hammonton Outreach JFS Sprinter Van
Hammonton Outreach JFS Sprinter Van
Joint Land Use Board Meeting
Joint Land Use Board Meeting
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Hammonton Food Distribution
Hammonton Food Distribution
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Independence Day (observed) • Town Hall Closed • Trash Pickup Schedule
Independence Day (observed) • Town Hall Closed • Trash Pickup Schedule
Hammonton 250th Celebration Blueberry Block Party
Hammonton 250th Celebration Blueberry Block Party
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Hammonton 250th Celebration Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
Hammonton 250th Celebration Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
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BULK TRASH WEEK
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ACUA Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
ACUA Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off
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Sons of Italy: Running of the Sandwiches • Raviolli & Meatball Dinner
Sons of Italy: Running of the Sandwiches • Raviolli & Meatball Dinner
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BRUSH WEEK
151st Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Festival: July 13 – 18, 2026
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Looking for assistance? JFS Family Service Sprinter Van
Looking for assistance? JFS Family Service Sprinter Van
Joint Land Use Board Meeting
Joint Land Use Board Meeting
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Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
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Hammonton Community Market
Hammonton Community Market
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Town Council Meeting
Town Council Meeting
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Hammonton FD Fire & Ice Fundraiser at Rita’s Water Ice
Hammonton FD Fire & Ice Fundraiser at Rita’s Water Ice
Hammonton Fire Department & Rita’s: Fire & Ice Fundraiser
Hammonton Fire Department & Rita’s: Fire & Ice Fundraiser
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