Sunday, May 5, 2013
A look at what to expect from Chatham Patch in the next seven days.
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 new businesses in the borough: We'll bring you a profile of the new frozen yogurt shop on Main Street in the borough, along with photos of their grand opening! 2) You need to know about new businesses in the township: Have you noticed the work going on at the old Drug Fair storefront? We'll tell you what's going into the space. 3) You need to know about parking: The Chatham Borough Council will vote on an ordinance permitting on-street parking when they meet next week. We'll let you know some of the …
Sunday, April 28, 2013
A look at what to expect from the Chathams over the next seven days.
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 the Board of Education: Nine representatives from the Chathams will come together Monday for the Board of Education's annual reorganization meeting. We'll let you know about elections, representations and all the other information you'll need to know. An agenda for the meeting is attached to this article. 2) You need to know about sailing: Well, boating, anyway. The Chatham High School Boating Club is holding a fundraiser that will teach all interested in learning boats about boat navigation and safety…
Sunday, April 14, 2013
A look at what to expect from Chatham Patch in the coming days.
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 the budget: The school budget, that is, which is up for approval in a public vote Tuesday. We'll have the results of the budget vote for you Tuesday night. 2) You need to know about second and third questions: This year's school budget also has two additional questions, one for enhancements to the district's counseling staff and one for implementing a new security department with building monitors and an administrator. We'll let you know the results of this vote. 3) You need to know about the Board of …
Sunday, March 31, 2013
A look at what to expect from Chatham Patch in the days ahead.
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 …
Sunday, March 24, 2013
A look at what to expect from Chatham Patch 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 the borough budget: The Chatham Borough Council will vote on the 2013 municipal banked cap, along with an ordinance for the capital budget. Check back for the details. 2) You need to know about the township budget: Chatham Township's 2013 budget hearing is scheduled for Thursday. The proposed budget has a tax decrease of 3/10 of a cent. We'll have full coverage of the Thursday night meeting. 3) You need to know about the Chatham skate park: The township committee authorized volunteers from the township …
Sunday, March 17, 2013
A look at what's coming up 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 the school business: The Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday at the Chatham Township Municipal Building. To learn more, click here and check back for our coverage of the meeting. 2) You need to know about anniversaries: One local boutique is celebrating 30 years on Chatham's Main Street. Think you know which one it is? 3) You need to know about the community garden: After the Chatham Borough Community Garden was displaced, the committee, along with all plot …
Sunday, March 10, 2013
A look at what to expect 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 special questions: The Board of Education could vote on a budget with two special questions attached this week. To learn more, click here and check back for our coverage of the meeting. 2) You need to know about retirements: Two members of the Chatham Borough Police Dept. are retiring soon, including Traffic Safety Officer and Sgt. Robert C. Sweetin. 3) You need to know about snow removal: The Chatham Township Committee will discuss a possible ordinance mandating that homeowners remove snow from …
Sunday, March 3, 2013
A look at what to expect from Chatham Patch over the next five days.
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 the new Taste of Chatham: Chatham Education Foundation's annual fundraiser will be Friday. We'll have an updated list of vendors and news about what to expect at this year's Taste of Chatham festivities. 2) You need to know about local authors: Well, one local author, really. Denise Mortensen's third children's book was released in February. Check back for a look inside her latest book and to learn what keeps her inspired. 3) You need to know about Girl Scout cookies: They're he-e-ere! Where to buy and…
Sunday, February 24, 2013
School and municipal budgets coming up 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 the school budget: The School District of the Chathams will present the 2013-14 school budget Monday night. We'll bring you coverage of the meeting, and further details of what happens when the school board meets. 2) You need to know about the Chatham Borough budget: Administrator Robert Falzarano will present the proposed 2013 budget for Chatham Borough Monday. The tax levy is expected to rise between 1.5 and 2.5 percent, according to Councilman James Lonergan. Check back for full coverage of the …
Sunday, February 17, 2013
A look at what's coming up in the Chathams 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 the 9/11 Memorial: The memorial committee is collecting funds to repair damage from Hurricane Sandy. We'll have the full story this week. 2) You need to know about community cleanup days: Chatham Borough and Chatham Township have both scheduled clean-up days in the spring. To learn what parts of town will be affected and how you can help, check in with Chatham Patch each day this week. 3) You need to know about the new police chief: We sat down recently with the new Chatham Township Police Chief, Steven…
