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Twp. of Washington Police: Linwood Avenue Road Closure June 24, 2025 – June 27, 2025

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Linwood Avenue Road Closure  from  June 24, 2025 through June 27, 2025   –   7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

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Twp. of Washington : Linwood Avenue Road Closure June 24, 2025 – June 27, 2025

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Twp. of Washington NJ,  Linwood Avenue will be closed  from  June 24, 2025 through June 27, 2025   –   7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Linwood Avenue will be closed to Eastbound and Westbound Traffic in the area of 95 Linwood Avenue between the hours of 7:00 AM until approximately 3:00 PM due to utility work.

Please follow posted detours and allow for additional travel time.  Please avoid this area if possible and use an alternate route.

As always, please follow our Social Media platforms for real-time updates.

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Former Twp. of Washington Man Charged With 30 Plus Year Old Sexual Assault of Hillsdale Teen

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrest of 58-year-old JED D. PHYKITT of Dalton, MN, formerly of Twp. of Washington, on charges of sexual assault. The arrest was the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office Special Victims Unit under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.

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Pascack Road in Twp. of Washington Will be Closed on Tuesday December 3rd from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

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Twp. of Washington NJ, on Tuesday December 3, 2024 Pascack Road will be closed from approximately 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the area of Ell Road due to a sewer line tie in for new construction.

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Twp. of Washington Police Issue Coyote Alert: Keep Your Pets and Family Safe in Colonial Boulevard and S. Chestnut Street Areas

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Twp. of Washington NJ, according to Twp. of Washington Police a coyote has recently been sighted near Colonial Boulevard and S. Chestnut Street, prompting a reminder to stay cautious, especially if you have pets or young children. While coyotes are usually wary of people, they may venture into residential areas in search of food, so it’s essential to take steps to keep your family and pets safe.

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Unscathed Driver After Toyota Corolla Crash in Twp. of Washington

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Twp. of Washington NJ, in an unusual incident on Thursday afternoon, July 18, a red late-model Toyota Corolla sedan rolled or was driven in reverse down a steep driveway, ending up wedged under the rear deck of a single-family home in Washington Township. Remarkably, the driver reported no injuries.

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Black Bear Sighted in Twp. of Washington and Ridgewood on Monday

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Twp.  of Washington NJ, a black bear sighting was reported in the area of East Glen Avenue and Hampshire Road.  It should be noted that the bear was not observed by Officers at this time.  Please stay away and DO NOT for any reason engage with it. Contact the police department if it is acting aggressively towards any people or animals.

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Close Calls Near Westwood Regional High School Prompt Police Response

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Twp.of Washington NJ, the Washington Township Police want to remind all motorists that Ellen Place, which is located off President Road, is a two-way Street.

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Washington Avenue Road Closure in Twp. of Washington on November 30th and December 1st

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Twp. of Washington NJ, on Tuesday, November 28, 2023 and Wednesday, November 29, 2023, the Bergen County Road Department will be applying a high friction surface treatment to Washington Avenue (weather permitting) between Pascack Road and Meisten Street. The purpose of this is to enhance the safety of vehicular traffic travelling on this roadway. The following is a schedule and description of road closures:

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Twp. of Washington Police: Paving/Driveway Sealing Scams are Targeting our Area

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Paving/Driveway Sealing scams are targeting our area, mainly taking advantage of senior citizens.  Beware of unsolicited offers to do paving or driveway sealcoating work.  Never let solicitors inside your home. Calmly but firmly tell the solicitors you are not interested and tell them to leave your property. If they refuse your instructions call the police immediately.  If they are soliciting for paving, they MUST have a permit.

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Pascack Road Resurfacing Project: Paving Schedule

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Twp. of Washington NJ, the Pascack Road resurfacing project has reached the final day of paving. Please take the time to read the information below on the projected road closures.

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Public Service Will be Installing New Gas Main in Twp. of Washington Starting on Monday July 24th

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Public Service will be installing new gas main on the following roadways from the hours of 7:30am until approximately 6:00pm :

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UPDATE: Westbound Washington Avenue at Pascack Road will be closed on March 27-29, 2023 from 7:30 AM to approximately 5:00 PM in Twp. of Washington

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Twp. of Washington NJ, Westbound Washington Avenue at Pascack Road will be closed on March 27-29, 2023 from 7:30 AM to approximately 5:00 PM due to construction work. Please allow for extra travel time. Please follow posted detour. Westbound Washington Avenue at Pascack Road will be closed on March 27-29, 2023 from 7:30 AM to approximately 5:00 PM due to construction work. Please allow for extra travel time. Please follow posted detour.

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Twp. of Washington Joins Northwest Bergen Central Dispatch

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Twp. of Washington  NJ, in a press release from march 4th Twp. of Washington announced that it will be joining Northwest Bergen Central Dispatch , headquartered in Ridgewood at 30 Garber Square .  The township will add its Police, Fire and Emergency services to Northwest Bergen Central Dispatch or NWBCD .

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Warm-up Thefts , Criminal Like Warm Cars Too

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Twp. of Washington NJ, during the winter we know it is more comfortable to get in a warm car. However, even during daylight hours, please do not leave your vehicle running unattended.
Moments ago a vehicle was left running unattended and taken from our West side of town. Please remain vigilant and do not leave your vehicle running, unlocked, unattended at anytime.