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Notice of Special Meeting for the Commissioners of Fire District No. 2

Please be advised that the Commissioners of Fire District No. 2 in the Township of Hanover, County of Morris, shall hold a special meeting on December 12th, 2022, between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Hanover Township District No. 2 Firehouse...

Morris County Library Celebrates 100 Years

The Morris County Library celebrated 100 years of service this past weekend with music, crafts and a presentation of honors by state, county and local officials during a day-long event at the library’s main building in Whippany.&nbs...

FDU's SPGA 2022 Annual Holiday Food Drive

Please help us provide nutritious meals to our struggling neighbors in New Jersey by participating in FDU's SPGA 2022 4th Annual Food Drive from November 14, 2022 - January 6, 2023.

Board of Recreation Commissioners Meeting Rescheduled

The Board of Recreation Commissioners of The Township of Hanover held their November meeting on November 1st, which took the place of the regularly scheduled meeting for Tuesday, November 15, 2022. The next scheduled meeting will take place on December 20...

Morris Habitat for Humanity Launches New Volunteer Website

The Morris Habitat for Humanity is excited to announce the launch of its new volunteer website! Their new website makes it easy to navigate and offers a modern experience so the viewers can find volunteer opportunities that best fit their interests and sk...

Hanover Park Regional High School District Referendum Information

The Hanover Park Regional High School District has submitted the following information explaining the need for infrastructure improvements at Hanover Park and Whippany Park High Schools. A referendum will be held on Tuesday, December 13, 2022, from 4:00 p...

How to Report a Street Light Outage in Hanover Township

Whippany Fire Department's Pancake Breakfast with Santa

A Pancake Breakfast with Santa will be held at the Whippany Fire House on Sunday, December 11th from 8 am to noon.

Hanover Seeks Pictures of Your Pets For the 2024 Calendar

Got photos of your pets? The Township of Hanover invites you to share photographs of your pets for possible use in our “Great Things Happen in Hanover” 2023-2024 desk calendar. Please send us pictures featuring your adorable pets. 

The Assistant B...

A Letter from Kim Hanemann, President & COO

Dear New Jersey leader:  With today’s inflation and economic uncertainty, we recognize that many people are struggling to pay their bills. At the same time, never has power – in our homes and our businesses &ndash...

Recycling Cans Now Available to Hanover Township Residents

Recycling Cans are available to Hanover Township Residents on a first come first serve basis starting September 28, 2022.

Resident must show proof of residency and must obtain a receipt from the General Office in order to receive their free 32 gallon recyc...

Pine Plaza Redevelopment Update

The former Pine Plaza site is in the process of being demised. The buildings have been eliminated, and the site is currently being stabilized as we await the cleanup of debris and redevelopment efforts to begin. The future of Pine Plaza is influenced by a...

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

If you or someone you know needs support now, call or text 988.

Status of Road Paving Projects

The following projects are scheduled to be completed in 2022.

Please refer to the website periodically for schedule updates and for information on milling and paving operations that may require road closures and detours.

Residents/Businesses within the proj...

Hanover Releases Mobility Plan to Promote Inclusivity for People with Disabilities

The Township of Hanover is proud to release the Inclusive Healthy Communities Mobility Plan, a long-range vision for the future of mobility in Hanover. The plan offers guidance to maximize the efficiency of the Township's existing transportation ...

Altice USA's Optimum Is Now Participating In The Affordable Connectivity Program

You may qualify for FREE 300 Mbps Internet.

Today, Altice USA announced that the company will offer Optimum 300 Mpbs home internet speeds for free to eligible households participating in the Federal Government’s Affordable Connectivity Program (A...

Volunteers Wanted for the Domestic Violence Crisis Response Team

Volunteers are needed for the Domestic Violence Crisis Response Team in our area. The program was formed through the collaboration of JBWS and the Morris County Prosecutor's Office. The program's mission is to respond to domestic violence victims' needs

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Goes Live on July 16, 2022

On July 16, 2022,  988 will become the nationwide 3-digit dialing code for crisis and suicide prevention. It will replace the 1-800 number currently used by the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. On this date, when someone calls 988 all phones...

Morris County Ranks in Top 25 Healthiest Communities in America

SMCMUA Press Release - Annual Water Quality Report

The Southeast Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (SMCMUA) announces that the 2021 Annual Water Quality Report is now available.

Baby Formula Shortage Information

The Hanover Township Health Department would like to share a collection of resource links and information for families struggling with the baby formula shortage:

• State of New Jersey - Baby Shortage Formula Information and Resources
• Advisory from the NJ Pois...

Hanover Twp Public Transportation Guide for Seniors and Persons With Disabilities Now Available!

The Township of Hanover is proud to debut the Public Transportation Guide for seniors and persons with disabilities! This guide was funded by an Inclusive Healthy Communities Grant from the Division of Disability Services, New Jersey Department of Human S...

Change of Polling Locations For All Future Elections

Starting with the June 7, 2022, Primary Election and all subsequent primary and general elections moving forward, the Township of Hanover will no longer be utilizing the elementary and high school facilities as polling locations.

Stop the Spread of the Spotted Lanternfly

Spotted Lanternfly Information for Residents

Spotted Lanternfly Management Guide

Cut-Through Traffic Evaluation – Cedar Knolls (Trailwood Section)

As requested by the Hanover Township Governing Body, Dynamic Traffic has performed an analysis of various roadway configuration alternatives for the Trailwood/Countrywood Neighborhood. Linked below is the resolution approving the recommendation made and t...

JCP&L to Begin Installing Smart Meters in 2023

As part of its plan to modernize the electric distribution system, Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., will begin installing smart meters on customers' homes and businesses throughout its service territory in 2023.

Lead Service Line Information

To reduce the potential risks from lead in drinking water, New Jersey enacted the Lead Service Line Replacement Law in July 2021 (P.L. 2021, Ch. 183) that requires drinking water systems to inventory service lines, notify residents of the potential presen...

JCP&L - Who Owns What?

Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) reminds customers that they need to be aware of individual outages to their homes that may require an electrician and inspection before service can be restored.  The attached PDF provides information t...

Help Prevent Fires - Recycle Properly!

Fire events are increasing with more frequency at New Jersey materials recycling facilities due to unacceptable metal containers and other items. 

For additional information about the proper disposal of household hazardous waste (HHW) and to make ...