Mountain Avenue, Altamont Place and W. Cliff Street The intersection of Mountain Avenue, Altamont Place, and West Cliff Street is closed to traffic during the final phase of the New Jersey American Water (NJAW) water main construction project. NJAW completed work October 13: Install jersey barriers and secure the work zone. Prep for excavation. October … Continued
In recognition of National Pedestrian Safety Month and just in time for Halloween, we are partnering with RideWise to host a casual, informational Walk & Talk event. The goal is to raise awareness about pedestrian safety while engaging directly with community members. Tuesday, October 21 12 to 1 PM Meet outside Ambee Coffee (37 W. … Continued
Effective Friday, October 24, 2025 at 7 am, the Somerville Police Department will begin operating out of its new location at the Emergency Services Facility, located at: 85 North Gaston Avenue Somerville, NJ, 08876 All police services will be conducted from this new facility starting on the above date and time. This move supports the … Continued
Leaf pickup season begins Monday, October 27 and ends on December 6. You have three options for leaf disposal. Curbside pickup Place leaves in paper bags and leave them at the curb. Call (908) 704-7195 to schedule a pickup. Drop off leaves Place leaves in paper bags. Bring them to the DPW dumpster at 32 5th … Continued
Show off your festive spirit with autumn or Halloween decorations and join our annual House Decor Contest! How to enter Register online by Tuesday, October 21. Decorate your home by Sunday, October 26. Enjoy the fun Participating addresses will be featured on an interactive map for the community to explore. Registered homes will be judged … Continued
October 16 message from NJ American Water: Yesterday, some customers in Bound Brook, Bridgewater, Manville, Hillsborough, Somerville, Raritan Borough, Dunellen, Piscataway, and Plainfield may have noticed water with a pinkish hue. This was due to elevated levels of sodium permanganate, an approved water treatment chemical, at the Raritan-Millstone Water Treatment Plant. Importantly, the water remained … Continued
Update – October 14 The intersection of Mountain Avenue, Altamont Place, and West Cliff Street is closed to traffic during the final phase of the water main construction project. Work Schedule Day 1: Install barriers, secure the work zone, and begin preparation for excavation. Day 2: Begin trench excavation and expose the existing 36” water … Continued
Registration is now open for our Winter Basketball League and Basketball Clinic! Basketball League Grades 3 to 8 Register by November 1 Learn more Basketball Clinic Grades 1 and 2 Register by January 5 Learn more Register online at https://register.CommunityPass.net/somerville
The pickleball courts at Vander Veer Memorial Park will be closed for construction starting Monday, October 13. They will remain closed until further notice. Please note that work is weather permitting. This project aims to improve recreational facilities for Somerville residents and visitors. About this project At its meeting on September 15, 2025, the Somerville … Continued
Updates 1:45 pm, Saturday, October 11: Current forecasts show reduced rainfall amounts for our area. We will continue to monitor the storm. A significant coastal storm is expected to impact our area this weekend, with the potential for 2+ inches of rain, localized flooding, and gusty winds. What you can do now Clear storm drains … Continued
