Skate Park Update, Local Elections This Week

Each Monday we welcome you back to the work week with a look at what to expect in the Chathams. From content you'll find on Patch as the week goes on to community activities, here's what you need to know this week:

1) You need to know about emergency updates: Chatham Borough and Chatham Township wil both make the switch to Everbridge this year. We'll have details about the new community alert program and a video detailing how to sign up.

2) You need to know about trees: The Chatham Township Environmental Commission will hold the last of their three sapling classes and sales this week. We'll let you know about the sale's success.

3) You need to know about local elections: Monday is the filing deadline for the June primary. We'll let you know who is running for what this year.

4) You need to know how to Explore Chatham: Chatham Borough's walking path program will hold a photo contest for budding local photographers in town. We'll have all the details for you this week.

5) You need to know about the Chatham Skate Park: We'll bring you an update about fundraising efforts for the local skate park, which needs a new coat of asphalt.