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Municipal Offices Closed

Friday, June 19th

All Lawrence Township Municipal Offices will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

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Ramp Closure

I-295 southbound Exit 69B to Route 206 southbound is scheduled to be closed and detoured beginning June 4, 2026 and continuing through August as a noise barrier installation project advances in Lawrence, Mercer County. In addition, the right lane on I-295 southbound is scheduled to be closed just before Exit 69B to install construction barrier and close the ramp.

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Municipal Address Update

The Township of Lawrence will be discontinuing the use of PO Box 6006 as a mailing address. All correspondence, including payments, should be mailed to:

Township of Lawrence

2207 Lawrenceville Road

Lawrence Township, NJ

08648

Scheduled payments should be updated to reflect this change.

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Spring & Summer Programs

Spring & Summer programs are here! We offer a variety of fun and engaging activities for youth and adults. Follow along every week for updates on program information and registration.

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Lawrence Township Fireworks

Let’s celebrate the 250th with a night full of food, music, family fun, and fireworks!

Enjoy more food trucks this year, live country music, children’s entertainment, and glow sticks available for sale to support the Fireworks Fund.

Ben Franklin will be making a special appearance from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, so don’t miss your chance to meet one of America’s favorite founding fathers!

July 1st (rain date July 2nd)

Rider University

6:00pm start

9:30pm Fireworks

Art Camp

Spots are still avilable

Sign up now for this one week Art Camp! Artists will work on all different kinds of art, from painting to drawing to abstract and much more!

Session 1

July 27th - July 31st

Session 2

August 3rd - August 7th

9:00am to 12:00pm

Lawrence Nature Center

Grades 3rd to 8th

Senior Center Activities

Click the buttons below to view the Senior Center Calendar and receive Township information through the Senior Connect.

Call the Lawrence Senior Center at (609) 844-7048 to register for programs.

June Calendar

Senior Connect

Recreation Department 609-844-7067

Be sure to follow the Recreation Department on Facebook for programs & events.

Health Department

Men's Health Matters

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Dog Licensing

Don’t forget to license your dog!

Animal Control is contacting more than 500 dog owners with delinquent licenses. Beginning June, summonses may be issued for unlicensed dogs.

A $9 late fee is currently in effect, and rabies vaccinations must be valid through November 2026.

For questions about your application or your dog’s rabies expiration, please contact the Clerk’s Office.

Application

Questions?

Free Covid Test Kits

The Lawrence Health Department has at-home COVID-19 test kits provided by Mercer County. Feel free to stop by while supplies last.

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Health Department 609-844-7089

For more information, visit our website.

Police Department

Driving Safety in Focus

Last Thursday, Lawrence Township Public Schools organized a powerful DUI and Distracted Driving presentation that simulated a real-life crash and emphasized the life-changing consequences of impaired and distracted driving. The Lawrence Township Police Department is proud to be part of a community that recognizes the importance of educating and investing in our youth. A special thank you to the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office, Lawrence Township Emergency Medical Services (LTEMS), and the Lawrence Township Fire Department (LTFD) for partnering with us and helping bring this impactful demonstration to life.

Honoring the Life and Legacy

The Lawrence Township Police Department is saddened by the passing of retired Police Officer John Gocke #160. Officer Gocke served the department with honor for 23 years following a distinguished career in the United States Marine Corps.

Known to many as “The Rock,” John was respected for his integrity, leadership, and dedication. Throughout his career, he served in Patrol, helped establish the department’s first Tactical Response Team, and later worked as the department’s IT Officer until his retirement in 2014.

His service and lasting impact on the department and community will not be forgotten. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Officer Gocke’s family, friends, and loved ones.

Operation Blue Angel

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Boards and Committees

Shade Tree Advisory Committee

7:00PM

Monday, June 22

Lawrence Alcohol and Drug Alliance Meeting

9:00AM

Tuesday, June 23

Environmental Resources & Green Advisory Committee Meeting

7:00PM

Tuesday, June 30

Meeting schedule subject to change for reorganization. Please check the township website for updates on cancellations.

Municipal Clerk 609-844-7001

For more information, such as meeting locations and agendas, please visit our website.

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Home Improvement Program
Report Traffic Concerns
Recycle Electronic Waste

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Mortgage Assistance

The Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance (ERMA) program provides financial assistance to eligible homeowners who have experienced a significant decrease in income or increase in expenses due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

To qualify for assistance, a homeowner must:

• Own and occupy an eligible one to four-unit primary residence.

• Have experienced a COVID-19 related financial hardship, and have been unable to remain current on mortgage payments.

• Meet household income limits.

• Have been current on mortgage and property taxes as of January 2020.

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Mercer County Cooling Centers

Are you or a neighbor struggling due to the excessive heat? Mercer County maintains a list of cooling centers around the County, which is updated whenever we experience a heat wave.

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Medi-Cool Program

With funding from Mercer County Department of Human Services Office on Aging, Rise, A Community Service Partnership, will provide 5,000 BTU Air Conditioning Units for Mercer County low-income seniors and/or adults who have a disability. Call or Email for questions or to schedule an eligibility screening.

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MCCC Fall Registration

Registration for Fall Semester 2026 is now OPEN!

Whether you're just starting out or finishing what you began, MCCC has the courses and support to help you reach your goals. Lock in your spot and begin your journey today!

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Mercer 250

County Executive Benson recently announced the launch of Mercer 250, a website which highlights Mercer County’s critical role in the American Revolution, and provides visitors with a comprehensive guide to historical sites and events. As the County prepares to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of American Independence, this website will serve as a resource connecting both residents and tourists with Mercer’s rich history.

Website

Mercer County Food Finder

Need Food? Find free meals and groceries near you.

Connect to 100+ food pantries, youth meals, and grab-n-go meal options

Online map lists, dates, times, locations and more!

Food Finder

MCLS Community Events

The Mercer County Library System offers many events to the community. View the calendar to find a Lawrence Branch event.

Event Calendar

NJ Disability Information Hub

New Jersey has launched the Disability Information Hub (DIH), an easy-to-use website with information on programs, services, and resources for people with disabilities, their families, and caregivers.

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