There are a few municipalities in New Jersey that carry the name Washington, including a borough in Warren County, and separate townships in Bergen, Burlington, Gloucester, Morris, and Warren counties. The borough became independent from the township in Warren County in 1868. The township in Bergen County was created in 1840, while the Burlington County township was formed in 1802. Washington Township, in Gloucester County, was incorporated in 1838, and includes the unincorporated community of Turnersville. The Morris County township was separated from Roxbury Township in 1798, and includes the communities of Long Valley and Schooley’s Mountain. Washington Township, in Warren County, was formed in 1848, and includes Brass Castle and Port Colden.
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Borough of Washington (Warren County)
Established in 1868, the borough offices are located on Belvidere Avenue. A map and directions are offered, along with a new resident guide, citizen information, administrative and departmental contacts, meeting agendas and minutes, and announcements published to the site.
http://www.washingtonboro-nj.org/
Sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post No. 6192, Troop 321 is associated with the Boy Scouts of America youth organization, and meeting in Washington Township, Bergen County, New Jersey. A roster, calendar of events, photographs, and various documents are presented.
http://stevescompany.com/troop321/
Township of Washington (Bergen County)
The official municipal site features a guide to the township’s government, transportation options, churches, schools, parks and recreational opportunities, local stores, and other facilities. Its departments, boards, and committees are identified, and agendas are posted to the site.
http://www.twpofwashington.us/
Washington Township (Gloucester County)
Incorporated in 1836, the township includes the communities of Turnersville, Hurffville, Grenloch, CrossKeys, Mayfair, Bunker Hill, and Chapel Heights. Its official website features a history and profile of the municipality, contacts, and announcements.
http://www.twp.washington.nj.us/
Washington Township (Morris County)
Maps and contacts for the township’s departments and governmental offices are put forward, along with budget information, and a guide to community services and facilities, area churches, scout groups, and other organizations.
http://www.washtwpmorris.org/
Washington Township (Warren County)
The official township site offers a history of the area, including photographs, information about municipal services and projects, reports and documents, agendas and minutes to official meetings, and a calendar of events.
http://www.washington-twp-warren.org/
Washington Township Chamber of Commerce (Gloucester County)
The Chamber is a non-profit organization comprised of businesses and professional people within the township. Its goals and projects, membership benefits, and online registration are featured, with a member directory, calendar of events, and contacts.
http://www.wtchamber.org/
Washington Township Historical Society
The non-profit organization is made up of people who are interested in the history of Washington Township, Morris County, New Jersey, and in maintaining a museum to house its collections and documents. A schedule of upcoming events is posted to the site.
http://www.wthsnj.org/
