The Atlantic County Division of Public Health has confirmed additional mosquito pool samples that have tested positive for West Nile virus. The latest samples were collected from Pleasant Street West and confirmed positive for the virus on September 17. Prior samples collected from Hammonton that also tested positive for West Nile virus were found on Oak Avenue, W. 15th Street and Liberty Street. The Atlantic County Office of Mosquito Control has conducted both an aerial spray (September 3) and ground spray (September 10) over portions of Hammonton to help reduce mosquito populations and the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses. West Nile virus is [...]

  The regular maintenance of the Town of Hammonton fire hydrants will begin today to maintain and improve water quality. Department upkeep also ensures that hydrants are properly working. Flushing of fire hydrants will discharge sediment resulting in the possibility that some customers may experience short periods of “rusty” or discolored water. Temporary cold water discoloration is a normal occurrence during this type of cleaning and hydrant maintenance program. Any discoloration or interruption of water services should be minimal. Water customers with questions or concerns should contact the Municipal Utilities Department at 609-567-4331, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 [...]

Beginning on Thursday, Sept. 19th at approximately 8 a.m., railroad crossing work will take place on Passmore Ave. between S. Egg Harbor Rd. and Front St. The area, adjacent to Hammonton Fire Company #1, will be closed to traffic. Drivers are advised to allow extra time for commuting, seek an alternate route and exercise caution when in the area.

Monday, September 23rd, 2024 Town Council Meeting Agenda: CLICK HERE

Registration for the Hammonton Bulldogs Basketball is now open. Hit the link to sign up! —> https://forms.gle/Z2u2Ec2Ak66zxuKY9 The Hammonton Bulldogs will be utilizing an online registration for the 2024 season. Payment should be made at time of registration. Recreation fee is $85 for each child. Travel fee is $130 for 4th Grade and $160 for Grades 5th through 8th. Please submit one form per player. Players must be a part of the Hammonton School District. Any questions please e-mail hammontonbulldogsbasketball@gmail.com  

The Planning/Zoning Board Meeting on September 18, 2024 has been cancelled.

  Rescheduled mosquito spray advisory for Tuesday morning, September 10th between 4:30 am and 5:30 am. The ground mosquito spray that was scheduled this morning was canceled due to the temperature being below product specifications. Weather permitting, the Atlantic County Office of Mosquito Control plans to treat parts of Hammonton as part of its ongoing effort to control adult mosquitoes and mosquito-borne disease activity. The area to be treated (see map) is bounded by North 1st Rd., Route 54, Fourth St. and Pleasant St., Grand St. and Wilbur Ave. Spraying to reduce adult mosquitoes using ground application equipment will take place [...]

State Officials Urge Residents to Take Precautions Against Mosquito-Borne Illnesses NJ Health Department Reports Two West Nile Virus Deaths Among New Cases TRENTON – New Jersey is reporting an additional six West Nile virus (WNV) cases, including two deaths, and two additional presumptive viremic blood donor (PVD). This follows the state’s first human case of Eastern Equine encephalitis (EEE) and earlier two cases of West Nile virus infection. The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) urge residents to take precautions to protect themselves from mosquito-borne diseases and to reduce mosquito populations on their [...]

Hammonton Ground Mosquito Spray Schedule: Monday, September 9th between 4:30 am and 5:30 am Weather permitting, the Atlantic County Office of Mosquito Control plans to treat parts of Hammonton as part of its ongoing effort to control adult mosquitoes and mosquito-borne disease activity. The area to be treated (see map) is bounded by North 1st Rd., Route 54, Fourth St. and Pleasant St., Grand St. and Wilbur Ave. Spraying to reduce adult mosquitoes using ground application equipment will take place on Monday morning, September 9th, between 4:30 am and 5:30 am. Ground spraying will be done using Zenivex, the trade name [...]

Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a yearly flu shot. Adults age 65 and older, children younger than 5, pregnant people, and those with chronic health conditions such as kidney disease, asthma, diabetes, and heart disease are at greater risk for developing serious flu complications. Getting vaccinated can prevent severe illness, doctor visits, missed work and school, hospitalization, and death. In addition to the recommended yearly flu shot, you can help stop the spread of germs: • Cover coughs and sneezes • Wash hands frequently • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth • Clean and disinfect commonly [...]