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Nutley Students Learn from Local Leaders During Student Government Day


Nutley High School students gained a new appreciation for the inner workings of municipal government by participating in the Township’s annual “Student Government Day” on April 8. Students spent the day working alongside members of the municipality learning about the various different roles and res…

Coeyman Avenue Road Construction Notification


Commissioner Dr. Joseph P. Scarpelli, would like to notify residents of an upcoming road project that may impact Township residents. This notification is in an effort to inform residents of the scope of the work, as well as to maintain a level of safety within the community. Our goal is to minimize…

Commissioner Petracco, Nutley Public Safety Dept visit Brings Joy to Young Student Undergoing Cancer Treatment


Public Safety Commissioner Alphonse Petracco, along with members of the Nutley Public Safety Department, made a heartfelt visit last week to six-year-old Ezra Bodette, a first grader at Washington School who is bravely fighting cancer. "Visiting Ezra exemplifies the spirit of Nutley," Commissioner …

Dog & Cat License Renewal Due This Month


Commissioner Tom Evans has announced details on renewing dog and cat licenses for Nutley residents for 2025. License renewals are required in April for all dogs and cats aged seven months and over. Licenses expire on April 30th each year. Online applications and payments begin April 1, 2025 at www.…

Nutley’s Bounce Out the Stigma Basketball Program Inspires and Educates


The Nutley Department of Parks and Recreation, led by Commissioner Mauro G. Tucci, has launched a new basketball program for children with autism, ADHD, epilepsy, and mental/emotional challenges. The Bounce Out the Stigma Basketball Program aims to create a supportive and inclusive environment wher…

Nutley Presents “Meet the Authors”


Mayor John V. Kelly, III, along with the Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health and the Nutley Free Public Library, hosted a “Meet the Authors” event on March 31, 2025, celebrating the works of women authors from Nutley. The event showcased eight local authors and their books, allowing atte…

Nutley Continues to “Rise Beyond” to Support Adult Residents with Disabilities


The Township of Nutley continues its commitment to ensuring adult residents with disabilities have access to resources and programs to aid them toward meaningful employment within the community. On March 24, Mayor John V. Kelly, III and the Nutley Department of Public Affairs and Health, in partner…

Local Legislators and Municipal Leaders Form Regional Flood Mitigation Committee to Address Growing Storm Risks


In response to the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events due to climate change, a coalition of mayors and other municipal leaders and legislators in New Jersey’s 34th legislative district has formed a regional flood mitigation committee to address the growing flooding challeng…

Nutley Honors New Jersey Governor’s Award Winner Alexis Hamlin


At the Nutley Board of Commissioners meeting Tuesday night, the BOC issued a proclamation honoring Alexis Hamlin, the first student from Nutley High School to be nominated for and receive the New Jersey Governor's Award in Arts Education. Since 1980, the award has celebrated the remarkable artistic…

Nutley Township Awarded 2024 “Healthy Town Up-and-Coming” Designation


The New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute has officially recognized Nutley Township as a “Healthy Town Up-and-Coming” as part of their Mayors Wellness Campaign for 2024. This designation honors towns that go above and beyond to improve health and wellness in their communities through innovative …

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