Monthly Archives: March 2020

Yesterday, March 30th, was the deadline for candidates to submit their petitions to be listed on the ballot for the June 2nd New Jersey Democratic and Republican primaries. Allamuchy has two Town Council seats on the ballot this year. I am assuming that Councilwoman Tuohy and Councilman Cote are running for reelection, but am unawareContinue reading “Primary Election”

First of all, I hope everyone is well and managing in this time of uncertainty. Please know that if you are in need of anything, there are always members in the community willing to step up and help out. Do not be afraid to ask – ask a friend, ask your neighbor, ask on socialContinue reading “Allamuchy Town Council – March 25, 2020”

Before I start on the meeting, I just want to commend the Board of Education in taking everyone’s safety into consideration by holding the meeting over tele/videoconference. There were some minor glitches as everyone adjusted to the platform but overall, the meeting, which was originally scheduled for March 16 but was moved presumably to ensureContinue reading “Allamuchy Board of Education – March 18, 2020”

(As of 6/10/2020, 9:00 am) Things are changing rapidly as business start opening back up. Instead of trying to keep this updated, I point you to the town’s and individual business websites for up-to-date information. Continue to social distance and wear your masks. Stay well, everyone.  (Information is for Allamuchy business only. For Hackettstown information,Continue reading “Allamuchy Closings and Reduced Hours”

I know not all of you are on Facebook where I have been sharing information as I have it. As of this morning, the mayor has declared a State of Emergency. Below is a copy of the proclamation text. FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK — Effective immediately, I along with OEM Director David Berkenbush have declaredContinue reading “Allamuchy Township State of Emergency – March 16, 2020”

Did anyone get the number of the bus that the mayor tried to throw me and Councilwoman Tuohy under? I’ll get to that later in the broadcast. First, we have to get through the other parts of the meeting, so bear with me. And, don’t worry, we will be discussing the coronavirus. The meeting wasContinue reading “Allamuchy Town Council Workshop – March 11, 2020 (“Oh, what a tangled web we weave….”)”

I’ve had to go out a couple of times today – to walk the dogs and make a quick run up to one of the local businesses. I saw some others out and about. I saw a pair of walkers pass each other and then stop to talk, with one practicing social distancing by puttingContinue reading “Social Distancing (“It’s not personal…but it is”)”

Most of you should already know that the World Health Organization (WHO) has declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. The Governor of New Jersey has declared a State of Emergency, sporting events are canceled, and schools are making plans to implement virtual instruction in an effort to help slow the spread of the virus and toContinue reading “COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) Information”

vol-un-teer | \ ˌvä-lən-ˈtir  \  noun: a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task. Have you ever given thought to how many volunteers we have in our community? (For discussion purposes, I am referring to both Allamuchy proper as well as Panther Valley). While there are paid staff to handleContinue reading “Volunteers Make the Town Go ‘Round (aka “No Good Deed Goes Unpunished”)”