Community Corner

A New Traffic Light and a New Committee Are Coming

Be safe in beautiful Jefferson Township.

It’s shaping up to be a beautiful weekend, with maybe even a little tiny hint of spring in the air. So think spring. But first think Valentine’s Day. Here are things you need to know for each of those events.

  1. You Need to Know About Patch Picks: If you’re looking for a place to go for Valentine’s Day, we’ve got you covered. Click
  2. You Need to Know About This Park: There’s no snow! The temperature may rise about 50 degrees next week. Get out and walk around on Weldon Rd. and see the beginning of spring.
  3. You Need to Know About This Traffic Light: The that was installed at Rt. 15 South and Bowling Green Parkway in Lake Hopatcong, which is currently a blinking light, will be fully operational by 10 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 14, according to the State Department of Transportation. Be prepared!
  4.  You Need to Know About This Committee: Mayor Russell Felter announced the newly created Trails Committee at a council meeting earlier this week. The committee’s first meeting will be on Tuesday, March 1 at . Be there and help beautify Jefferson.
  5. You Need to Know You Can Nominate a Whiz Kid: Jefferson Patch is looking for great kids doing great things (there’s a lot of those in Jefferson). We want to give them their due and profile them on the site. Check about nominating a Whiz Kid.

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