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Cranbury Township

23-A North Main Street
609-395-0900

About the Township:

Cranbury is one of the oldest towns in New Jersey. While it is believed that there were settlers in Cranbury (then known as Cranberry and Cranberry Town) as early as 1680, a deed of sale between Josiah Prickett and John Harrison dated March 1, 1698 for land "with all improvements" indicates buildings on the land and early settlement. Cranbury celebrated its 300th anniversary in 1997.

On March 7, 1872, Cranbury Township was officially created and organized as a political subdivision of Middlesex County, consisting of the village of Cranbury and outlying areas, which were then parts of South Brunswick and Monroe Townships. On August 9, 1979, Cranbury was named a State Historic District, and on September 18, 1980 it was designated a National Historic District. At that time it was said to be "the best preserved 19th century village in Middlesex County." The significance of Cranbury's historic district is inextricably tied to its agricultural setting. The village was built to serve the surrounding farm community, and its importance is directly related to that farmland. One of the most attractive draws to Cranbury Township is its commitment to preserving open space. Presently, 75% of available farmland is preserved.

While maintaining its roots, Cranbury has grown in recent years to include business projects such as factory outlets, warehouses and office buildings on its outer rim. New housing developments have attracted seniors and young families. The population of the Township has grown in recent years: The 1990 Census figures were: 2,500 and the 2000 Census figures were: 3,227. Cranbury Township is located in southern Middlesex County and is 13.4 square miles. The Township is bordered by South Brunswick, Monroe, Plainsboro and East Windsor Township and Hightstown.


Recent News

Cranbury Township News: Stream Cleanup - April 22nd

Stream Cleanup - April 22nd Pre-registration required. Please see Flyer for…

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Cranbury Township News - 2023 Summer Camp

2023 Summer Camp Registration for Cranbury Summer Camp opens March 10, 2023 at Noon! Click the links below for Registration Packets: Little Tykes Registration Packet Junior Camp Registration Packet Senior Camp Registration Packet…

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Cranbury Township Mayor's Update - February 28, 2023

Dear Cranbury Residents, At last night’s Township Committee meeting, we received an update from new library director Brooke Basista. Local organizations are encouraged to reserve the many meeting spaces for their events. The level of exciting…

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Cranbury Township : 2023 Animal Licensing is Due by January 31, 2023 - Beginning March 1st a Court Summons With a Fine Will Be Issued!

Click Here to View the Information About Cranbury Township : 2023 Animal Licensing is Due by January 31, 2023 - Beginning March 1st a Court Summons With a Fine Will Be…

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Cranbury Township: Cranbury Lions Scholarships For Students Residing In Cranbury

Cranbury Lions Scholarships for Students Residing in Cranbury: Nominations and applications are due April 14th. For the ‘Stan Thomas Community Service Award’, we accept nominations for students between 11 and 14 years of age. For the…

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Cranbury Township Mayor's Update - February 14, 2023

Dear Cranbury Residents, Happy Valentine’s Day! At last night’s Township Committee meeting, we had over 25 BSA Troop 52 Scouts and parents join us as I gave the “De-Mystifying Local Government” presentation --- check it…

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Cranbury Township - De-mystifying Cranbury Municipal Government

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Cranbury Township - The Woman's Club of Cranbury

The Woman’s Club of Cranbury is offering a $2,000 Woman’s Scholarship. The award, which is financially and goal based, is for a woman returning to school after some time away and pursuing post secondary education. The deadline for…

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Cranbury Township - De-Mystifying Local Government

De-Mystifying Local Government: Please join us on Monday evening for an explainer about how your local government works: what is our form of government, how does it interact with state and county government, how are we organized, and how do we…

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Cranbury Township Mayor's Update - January 31, 2023

Dear Cranbury Residents, I hope your January went well. It’s a cold, dark month, but spring is just a few weeks away! While I do enjoy the snow, I’ve also enjoyed not having ice and salt and slush to deal with this year. 2023…

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Cranbury Township Mayor's Update - January 10, 2023

Dear Cranbury Residents, We held our first regular Township Committee meeting last evening. We honored Troop 52 Scoutmaster, Tim Brennan, for his 40 years of scouting service and 10 years as Scoutmaster! Many folks in town know Tim as…

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Cranbury Township Mayor's Update - January 4, 2023

Dear Cranbury Residents, I was humbled to be named Mayor for 2023 by my colleagues on the Township Committee last evening. Congratulations to Deputy Mayor Eman El-Badawi, and to newly-elected member Lisa Knierim and re-elected member Barbara…

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Cranbury Township : Reminder 2023 Animal Licensing Is Due By January 31, 2023

See applications and Clerk's Department page for further…

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Cranbury Township Mayor's Update - December 22, 2022

Mayor Barbara Rogers Looking Back at 2022, Forward to 2023, and Enjoying the Present! Greetings! We have passed the shortest days of the year. Although it has been cold and dark outside, remember that winter always offers some clear and bright…

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Cranbury Township : Lighting of the Menorah Dates and Times

Chanukah is fast approaching. Once again this year we have set up our Cranbury community Chanukah menorah at Memorial Park, by the fire house. And again we thank Rabbi Eliezer Zaklikovsky of Chabad Monroe for providing our community menorah. …

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Mayor’s Update On The Proposed Cranbury Volunteer Fire Company Ordinance - December 6, 2022

Dear Cranbury Residents, I am pleased to announce that we have worked together with the leadership of the Cranbury Volunteer Fire Company to endorse amendments to proposed Ordinance 11-22-10 at the December 12th Township Committee meeting. The…

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Cranbury Township : Mayor's Update - November 23, 2022

Greetings! The signs of the changing seasons are all around. Autumn is in full swing, and I hope you’ve been enjoying the changing colors and the crisp air. Congratulations! This past weekend, residents of all ages enjoyed the Grand Opening…

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Cranbury Township - Frequently Asked Questions - Fire Company Ordinance

Frequently Asked Questions - CRANBURY TOWNSHIP ORDINANCE 11-22-10 ENTITLED “VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY” At the November 14 Township Committee meeting, Ordinance 11-22-10 was introduced to formalize the relationship between the township and…

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