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Outreach team will be knocking on doors

Posted on April 9, 2025

Canvassers from the Somerset County Department of Human Services will be knocking on doors in Somerville, daily, from 1 to 6 pm, starting on Tuesday, April 15. They are part of a two-year outreach program to connect residents to service programs, including: addiction resources mental health resources food assistance services for seniors (60+), adults with...

Road construction updates: April 7 to April 11

Posted on April 4, 2025

Somerset Street NJ American Water will be installing a water main at the Somerset Street and Middaugh Street intersection. Expect minor traffic delays during working hours (8 am to 4 pm). Rehill Avenue Our contractor crew will continue working on Rehill Avenue, between Union Avenue and E. Main Street. Road will remain open, but there...

Community garden lottery opens on March 28

Posted on April 2, 2025

Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a budding enthusiast, the Environmental Commission invites you to enter the raffle to receive a vegetable garden bed at the Jay Scott Community Garden! How to get started Fill out the online application form by April 15, 2025 Provide your Somerville residency details Winners will be announced on April...

Somerville's Earth Day Green Fair, town clean up and town swap

Save the dates for Earth Day 2025

Posted on April 1, 2025

Celebrate Earth Day with the Environmental Commission the weekend of April 25, 26 and 27! We have 3 opportunities to join in the festivities and make an impact with our community! Here are the highlights, with complete information about each event listed further below. Weekend highlights These events are rain or shine. Town Clean Up and...

Somerville Memorial Day Parade. 8:15 am, Monday, May 26, Downtown Somerville. www.SomervilleNJ.org/parade

Volunteer to drive in the Memorial Day Parade

Posted on April 1, 2025

Save the date for the Somerville Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26, in downtown Somerville! The parade will start at 8:15 am and last for approximately 1 hour. Parade vehicles Do you have a military-style vehicle you'd like to showcase in the parade? Can you drive a disabled veteran in your convertible car? Register...

Road construction updates: March 31 to April 4

Posted on March 28, 2025

Rehill Avenue Our contractor crew will continue working on Rehill Avenue, between Union Avenue and E. Main Street. Road will remain open, but there will be a single-lane alternating traffic pattern in active work zones. Please plan for delays in this area. PSE&G crews will also be working on Rehill Avenue, near the hospital. They...

Another section of Somerville to receive new recycling totes

Posted on March 26, 2025

More Somerville residents will receive wheeled recycling totes, for curbside recycling, on or about April 1. Who will receive the new totes? The Somerset County Recycling Division will deliver new totes to 153 residences located in Zone W-4A, which includes sections of: Arlyne Drive Prospect Drive Prospect Stret West Summit Street Altamont Place North Middaugh...

Environmental Commission volunteer opportunity

Join the Community Volunteer Day on April 5

Posted on March 25, 2025

The Somerville Environmental Commission invites you to lend a hand at our Community Volunteer Day on Saturday, April 5 to help prepare two important community spaces for the season. Date: Saturday, April 5 (rain date: Sunday, April 6) Time: Meet at 9 am Locations: Jay Scott Community Garden and Carol Pager Park How to participate...

PSE&G gas construction update: week of March 24

Posted on March 21, 2025

PSE&G crews continue to work on the gas pipe replacement project. Monday, March 24 to Friday, March 28 Hours: 7 am to 3 pm Monday through Wednesday: Connecting new piping to the gas network (tie-in) in scattered locations Thursday and Friday: Digging pits by the hospital at Rehill Avenue, Cleveland Street, and Lincoln Avenue Traffic...

Rehill Avenue construction notice

Posted on March 21, 2025

Construction on Rehill Avenue, between Union Avenue and E. Main Street, is scheduled to begin on or about Monday, March 24, 2025. The work will be completed in 2 phases by the end of May. Dates are tentative, pending weather. Phase 1 Starting on or about March 24, 2025 Work hours: 7 am to 5...

Somerville Library April 2025 calendar

Posted on March 20, 2025

The Somerville Public Library offers fun activities, games, workshops, and programs for all ages. Check out what's happening in April! 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: April...

Somerville map showing NJAW work locations from March to July 2025

NJAW construction update: March 24 to 28

Posted on March 20, 2025

New Jersey American Water (NJAW) contractor crews will be working on Mountain Avenue, from Monday, March 24 to Friday, March 28. Work area: between the Altamont Pl and Mountain Avenue intersection and West End Avenue and Mountain Avenue intersection Work Hours: 8 am to 4 pm Please expect minor traffic delays during working hours About...

New Jersey's Changing Climate with Dr. David Robinson

Learn about New Jersey’s changing climate

Posted on March 15, 2025

The Somerville Environmental Commission is hosting an educational event to understand the current and future state of New Jersey’s weather and climate. Save the Date Date: Monday, March 31, 2025 Time: 7 pm Location: Somerville Civic Center (24 Robeson St) Registration for this event opens on March 17. About the seminar New Jersey's Changing Climate...

NJAW construction update: March 17 to 21

Posted on March 14, 2025

New Jersey American Water (NJAW) is installing 3,200 feet of new 30-inch water transmission main and replacing 2,200 feet of aging 10 and 12-inch pipes in Somerville. This project will help strengthen the system and mitigate potential breaks. About the project Timeline: March to July 2025 Work locations: Veterans Memorial Drive West (from South Davenport...

PSE&G gas construction update: week of March 17

Posted on March 14, 2025

PSE&G crews continue to work on the gas pipe replacement project. Expect detours and limited parking in sections of Main Street. Pedestrian access to all businesses will be maintained. Monday, March 17 to Friday, March 21 Hours: 7 am to 3 pm Digging pits in scattered locations No work planned on Main Street this week...

2025 Somerville St. Patrick's Day Parade Map

Road closures planned for 2025 St Patrick’s Day Parade

Posted on March 10, 2025

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade will make its way down Main Street, starting at 1:30 pm, on Sunday, March 16. Main Street will be closed from Park Avenue to Mountain Ave (Borough Hall), from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. Please plan for limited parking and traffic detours. Detours You will find road closures and detour...

NJAW construction update: March 10 to 14

Posted on March 10, 2025

New Jersey American Water (NJAW) is installing 3,200 feet of new 30-inch water transmission main and replacing 2,200 feet of aging 10 and 12-inch mains in Somerville. This project will help strengthen the system and mitigate potential breaks. About the project Timeline: March to July 2025 Work locations: Veterans Memorial Drive West (from South Davenport...

PSE&G gas construction update: week of March 10

Posted on March 7, 2025

Expect detours and no parking in sections of Main Street, while PSE&G crews work on the gas pipe replacement project. Pedestrian access to all businesses will be maintained. Monday, March 10 to Friday, March 14 Hours: 7 am to 3 pm Main Street (Rt 28), from N. Bridge Street to Maple Street Monday: working in...

Cycle Safe event for kids POSTPONED

Posted on March 1, 2025

NOTE: This event has been postponed due to the weather forecast. New date to be determined. Get ready for a thrilling few hours of cycling and fun at Cycle Safe! This event is designed for kids (ages 2 to 15 years old) to enjoy riding their bikes while participating in a bike safety course tailored...

March 11 voting locations

Posted on March 1, 2025

The Somerville Board of Education will hold a referendum on improvements to the borough's schools, on Tuesday, March 11. Voting sites and schedule Polls will be open from 6 am to 8 pm. You may vote at either of these 2 locations. Van Derveer Elementary School (51 Union Avenue) Somerville High School (222 Davenport Street,...