Watchung Borough

08/31/2026

Somerset County Seeking Teams of Volunteers to Rake Leaves, Perform Basic Yard Work for Older Adults and Disabled Homeowners this Thanksgiving!
People interested in volunteering can learn more about registering, volunteer guidelines, and more by visiting: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=UG6_NGA5cEOd8UKHbjWQmWEji5y3xZ9FkXnTpQJ1ngtUNUhGT1ZRWjhEOFg4UDJFMDdCUENLSjZWTiQlQCN0PWcu

Residents interested in having their yards raked can register after Thursday, October 1, 2026. More information about how to register will be available soon.

For additional information, contact the Somerset County Office of Volunteer Services at [email protected] or call (908) 704-6300.

08/31/2026

Alternating traffic on Valley Rd between Orchard Rd and Redmont Rd. Expect Delays. 

08/31/2026

Deer Run is Closed at Washington Dr due to construction. Residential traffic only. 

08/28/2026

FROM THE TAX COLLECTOR'S OFFICE

The grace period has been extended to September 16th. Payments received after September 16th will accrue interest back to August 1st until payment is received. . FROM THE TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE

The August tax bills have been mailed out to all homeowners.

The tax bills may also be viewed and paid online at www.watchungnj.gov.

The grace period has been extended to September 16th. Payments received after September 16th will accrue interest back to August 1st until payment is received.

After hours, checks may be dropped in the drop box (Next to the Tax Collector’s office downstairs). Payments will be posted on the next business day.

See full article: https://app.govoutreach.com/watchungboroughnj/public/notify/posts/71058

08/28/2026

08/28/2026

Hillcrest Rd is now Open. 

08/28/2026

Alternating traffic on Valley Rd at Redmont Rd due to utility work. 

08/28/2026

Alternating traffic in the area of 188 Hillcrest Rd due to Utility work. Expect delays. 

08/27/2026

Alternating traffic on Valley Rd in the area of Shady Brook Ct due to tree work.  

08/26/2026

Don't forget about the Gold Classic on Monday October 5th! Celebrate the centennial of Watchung!