The following is the monthly media report issued by the Jefferson Township Police Department, which recaps the activity for December 2020.
Jefferson Region
Russia Road Bridge Reopens Tomorrow in Jefferson Township
The replacement of Morris County-owned Russia Road Bridge in Jefferson Township is complete and the roadway will be open for traffic tomorrow, ending a five-mile detour motorists had to navigate since work began in July.
Jefferson Township: Beautiful Gingerbread Houses - Gain Virtual Compliments!
The Jefferson Arts Committee (JAC) would like to thank all those who participated in its first virtual Gingerbread House Contest. For many years, the contest was held each year in conjunction with the JAC’s annual Christmas in the Village event; and the creations were on display at the Milton United Methodist Church.
TRAFFIC ALERT: Route 15 Southbound Closed for Emergency Bridge Repairs to Weldon Road Overpass
New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced Route 15 southbound has been closed and detoured for emergency bridge repairs to the Weldon Road overpass in Jefferson Township.
2020 Jefferson Township Community Chorus virtual concert
The Jefferson Arts Committee thanks James Wynne and the Jefferson Township Community Chorus for presenting their annual Christmas concert in a virtual format this year for all to enjoy.
Watch for JCP&L Helicopter Work December 13 or 14, weather permitting
Please be advised that the Haverfield Aviation will be assisting in the completion of various JCP&L maintenance items on December 13 or 14, weather permitting.
Jefferson Holiday Tree Lighting – Special Virtual Ceremony
Over the last 20+ years in Jefferson Township the town has held its special Holiday Tree Lighting next to the Gazebo. This year it is a little different, but the event is even more special this year as orchestrated by the Jefferson Arts Committee.
Santa Claus is Coming to Jefferson Township!
It's that magical time of year again! Jefferson Township Fire Company #1 proudly announces the beginning of our annual Santa Tour!
Upcoming DWI Checkpoint in Jefferson Township
Acting Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Acting Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker, and Jefferson Township Chief of Police Paul Castimore announce the implementation of a joint Driving While Intoxicated checkpoint in Jefferson Township, New Jersey on the weekend of November 21 and November 22.
Museum Christmas at the Jefferson Museum - Dec 5th and 6th
The Jefferson Township Museum, also known as the George Chamberlain House, will hold its annual Museum Christmas weekend on Saturday, December 5, 2020 from 10 am to 4 pm and Sunday, December 6 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free.
Jefferson: Donut Trail Behind 5k
Welcome to the first ever "Donut Trail Behind". Our first IN PERSON race of 2020. Chip timed, donut, neck gaiter, medal and shirt included with registration
Annual Gingerbread House Contest Will Continue Virtually!
The celebration of the upcoming holiday season will indeed be a unique one this year. Like so many other events being canceled due to the current Covid-19 restrictions in place, the 15th annual Christmas in the Village (CIV) celebration in the Village of Milton area of Jefferson Township has been canceled. However, the annual Gingerbread House contest sponsored by the Jefferson Arts Committee (JAC) will be held virtually this year.
Fadden, Peters and Short Respond to Mayor Wilsusen: Facts Matter
The Fadden, Peters & Short campaign for town council would like to respond to the Mayor’s recent statement about the town’s tax assessment to clear the air. We will focus on the core issue to which he was responding, which was our statement thanking him for repealing the rolling tax assessment.