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Save energy and money with a free home energy assessment

The cheapest energy is the energy you don’t use! Schedule your free home energy assessment today and start saving on energy costs. The Somerville Environmental Commission, in partnership with Sustainable Jersey and PSEG, is spreading the word about this no-cost, no-obligation opportunity for renters and homeowners. The assessment is simple. A licensed professional will assess … Continued

Road construction: July 18 to July 25

NJ American Water and PSE&G are working in Somerville this week. Please expect minor traffic delays. NJAW water main installation NJ American Water continues working on the water main construction project, from Monday, July 21 to Friday, July 25: Installing a water main overnight on Mountain Avenue, from West End Avenue to West High Street … Continued

Register for fall soccer

Registration is open through Sunday, August 3 for our entry-level soccer program for students in grades 1 to 8. This is the perfect way for kids to learn new skills, make friends, and enjoy the thrill of team sports! From September 20 to November 1, players will participate in weekly practices and Saturday games, competing … Continued

NJ Property Tax Relief filing assistance

Save the date! We are hosting a New Jersey Property Tax Relief Filing Event on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm, at the Somerville Civic Center (24 Robeson Street). This event is for residents aged 65 and over or those receiving Social Security Disability benefits. State representatives will assist residents with … Continued

Road construction: July 7 to July 11

NJ American Water will continue working overnight on Mountain Avenue installing a water main, from West End Avenue to West High Street. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, from 8 pm to 5 am. They will also start installing an underground pipe (jack and bore operations) across the NJ Transit Raritan Valley line … Continued

Somerville Library: July 2025

The Somerville Public Library offers fun activities, games, workshops, and programs for all ages. Check out what’s happening in July! Infants, toddlers, and pre-school Blocks and Bricks Children aged 18 months and older, along with their caregivers, can explore creativity through free play with a variety of blocks and LEGO bricks. Time: 10 am Dates: July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 … Continued

Road construction: June 30 to July 3

NJ American Water will continue working overnight on Mountain Avenue installing a water main, from West End Avenue to West High Street. Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, from 8 pm to 5 am. Note: crews will not be working overnight from July 3 into July 4. They also will not work on … Continued

June 26 water main break

June 27, 6 am: The repair is complete and the road is now open. June 26, 8:20 pm update: New Jersey American Water crews are onsite. We do not have a timeline for final repairs, but we will update this post when we receive more information. June 26, 6:25 pm: There is a water main break … Continued

Register early for the 2025 Turkey Trot

Register now for the 10th annual Somerville 5K Turkey Trot! Your participation supports Somerville Recreation programs and facilities, like the brand-new inclusive playgrounds at Walck Park and Carol Pager Park. Join the fun Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, this Thanksgiving tradition is the perfect way to kick off your holiday. Date: … Continued

Road construction: June 23 to June 27

NJ American Water will continue working overnight on Mountain Avenue: installing a water main, from West End Avenue to West High Street doing water utility work from West End Avenue to Somerset Street Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours, from 8 pm to 5 am. This work is part of the water main … Continued

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