Pittsgrove Township is in the far eastern end of Salem County bordered by both Gloucester and Cumberland Counties as well as Elmer and Upper Pittsgrove to its northwest.
Other unincorporated communities, localities and place names located within the township include Alliance, Brotmanville, Centerton, Daretown, Greenville, Norma, Palatine, Six Points, Union Grove, Upper Neck and Willow Grove.
Evolving from dense historical woodlands and early mill towns, Pittsgrove Township has grown into a premier recreational and agricultural hub. Spanning almost 46 square miles—with nearly 2% of its area made up of scenic lakes and streams—the township provides a peaceful, heavily wooded retreat for its roughly 8,770 residents. It is highly regarded for its family-friendly atmosphere, excellent schools, and stunning state parks.
Pittsgrove’s early economy was driven by vital lumber and grist mills, but its modern landscape was heavily shaped by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) which was a cornerstone of President Franklin Roosevelt’s New Deal in the 1930s. Their painstaking work transformed local woodlands into lasting public spaces that generations have since enjoyed.
Parvin State Park serves as the crown jewel of Pittsgrove, offering residents miles of pristine trails, campsites, and lake activities (Thundergust Lake) hidden beneath towering pines. This deep connection to nature perfectly complements the township’s quiet neighborhoods and vibrant local agriculture. The park is one of the busiest State Parks in all of New Jersey and only one of two in Salem County.
Pittsgrove Township News and Articles
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County Creates Nuclear Advisory Council and Its Leaders Immediately Clash Over Whether the Public Gets In
The Board Director says meetings are “not planning on being public.” Commissioner Ramsay, in writing: “Advisory boards are public.” SALEM — Salem County has created a Nuclear Advisory Council to prepare for what may be the largest development question in the county’s modern history. Whether the public will be allowed to watch it work is…
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Bartee blows up Blue Devils, Schalick dominant once again
Schalick laying a claim to be in conversation for the best team in Group 1 after second straight dominant win; Bartee runs for 238 yards, 4 TDs PITTSGROVE — For the second week in a row Schalick opened the game with something unexpected. It didn’t work out as planned, but in the grand scheme of…
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This Week’s Sports Schedule – August 31, 2026
MONDAY, AUG. 31 BOYS SOCCERx-Absegami at Woodstownx-Pennsville at Penn Tech GIRLS SOCCERx-Penn Tech at Pennsville GIRLS TENNISWest Deptford at Pennsville, 3:45 p.m. TUESDAY, SEPT. 1 FIELD HOCKEYSchalick at Gateway, 9 a.m.x-Woodstown at Gloucester, 3:45 p.m. GIRLS SOCCERx-Salem Tech at PaulsboroWoodstown at Vineland WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 2 BOYS SOCCERCape May Tech at Salem Tech (NJTAC Tournament) FIELD…
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Stewart’s 4 TD lead Schalick in season-opening rout of Maple Shade
WHAT TO KNOW Schalick wins first season opener since 2023, when it started the season 11-0 David Stewart scores the Cougars’ first four touchdowns and had another called back. After first play TD called back by a penalty and falling behind, Cougars score 63 straight points, most in more than 20 years PITTSGROVE — When Schalick’s…
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Cougars spent the summer working on themselves to ‘take the next step’
PITTSGROVE – Say what you will about 7-on-7 not being real football, but a lot of teams take advantage of the platform over the summer to work on their passing game – on both sides of the ball – even if the big linemen aren’t there to provide protection. Schalick used to be one of…
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Atlantic City Electric Proposes 500MW Battery Storage Facility in Pittsgrove
PITTSGROVE TWP. —Atlantic City Electric wants to build one of the largest battery storage systems on the East Coast right here in Pittsgrove — and the company says it won’t cost Salem County ratepayers a dime for at least five years. The utility filed a proposal this week with the New Jersey Board of Public…
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Thundergust Lake – The Lakes of Salem County
The Hidden Soul of Parvin State Park: The Rich History and Current State of Thundergust Lake PITTSGROVE TWP — While many South Jersey residents are familiar with the bustling shores of Parvin Lake, true nature enthusiasts and local history buffs know that the real soul of the region is found just a short walk south.…
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Southern NJ Transit Market Study Public Survey seeks Salem County Citizens’ Feedback
Speak Up, Salem County: NJ TRANSIT Launches Free Shuttle Pilot and Seeks Your Input to Get the Routes Right SALEM, NJ — Efforts to bring major changes to the public transportation landscape in South Jersey have begun, and local officials are handing Salem County as well as Cumberland, Cape May, and Atlantic County residents the…
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LIVE MUSIC: Week of June 1st
Live music listings for the week of June 1 in Salem County, New Jersey
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Fenwick’s Soil: The Enduring Ecological Tapestry of Salem County
Deep Roots and Sassafras Loam: How Salem County Held the Line Against the Sprawl Drive south from the concrete sprawl of the Northeast Corridor, and the landscape abruptly shifts. The endless distribution centers and subdivisions give way to sprawling fields of corn, historic glazed-brick farmhouses, and vast tidal marshes. You have crossed into Salem County,…
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Salem County Art Tour set for May 16-17
Free two-day Art Tour to feature over 40 local artists across Salem County The upcoming Salem County Art Tour is an event where artists from all over Salem County share their studios with the public for a free, two-day, county-wide event on May 16th from 10am to 5pm and May 17th from 11am to 4pm.…
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The Salem County Bird Report: YTWA Observed at Parvin State Park
Bird of Note Warblers are out! I listened to a yellow-throated warbler (YTWA) singing yesterday at Parvin State Park (PSP) while eating my egg salad sandwich (ESS) from Anderson’s Country Store (ACS). A yellow-throated warbler seems to say, in a decrescendo, “one two three four five six, is it?” It adds a sharper note at…
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The Lakes of Salem County
Series on Lakes and Ponds throughout Salem County, NJ Announcing the return to the series “The Lakes of Salem County” by The News of Salem County. We will feature a lake or pond in Salem County, NJ with a writeup, historical information, whether it is private or public, photo galleries, fishing information, wildlife habitats, and…