The Township of Washington Police have been in consistent contact with the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife Bureau of Wildlife Management regarding the black bear that has been in town. At this time the bear’s behavior classify it as a “category III bear” and the protocols for handling a category III black bear [...]
Recently there has been an increase of Black bears sightings in our area. We would like to share the following information with all of our residents: Black bears are attracted by odors from potential food sources created by people. Carefully controlling these sources of food and associated odors can help prevent black bears from being [...]
Please be advised that on May 17, 2022 Washington Avenue Eastbound from Van Emburgh will be closed from approximately 9:00 AM -4:00 PM. Please plan an alternate route and follow the posted detour.