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The Nuisance Deer Management Assistance Program allows landowners in Ward 2 (former Town of Hampton) and Darlings Island to apply for special permits to harvest antlerless deer on their property. Permit numbers are determined by the Department of Natural Resources and Energy Development (DNRED) on a case-by-case basis.

Applications are open September 1st. 2025 to October 31st, 2025. Completed forms can be emailed to clerksoffice@hampton.ca or dropped off at Town Hall.

In alignment with the Province of New Brunswick’s wildfire prevention measures, Hampton will be closing our Dutch Point Park Trail System and Spooner Island until further notice.

These closures are consistent with actions being taken in neighbouring communities and are part of a coordinated effort to reduce wildfire risk during current dry conditions.

Hampton will continue to monitor the situation closely and will remain in regular communication with the Regional Emergency Management Coordinator. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

We thank residents and visitors for their cooperation in respecting these closures and helping to protect our community and natural environment. For more information, please contact Town Hall at 506-832-6065.

Applications are now open to non-profit groups to support and develop recreation activities in all areas of Hampton.

Grants of up to $2,000.00 are available for construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of facilities and outdoor areas. For more details, contact accounting@hampton.ca or call 506-832-6065.

Application Deadline: September 30th, 2025

Application Form Below:

Pursuant to section 25 of the Community Planning Act of New Brunswick, Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the town of Hampton intends to consider the adoption of amendments to the Municipal Plan. The proposed amendments consider changes to the Future Land Use Map and the Environmental Conservation Land Use Designation to align the wetland buffer approach with the Government of New Brunswick direction on development within wetland buffers. A public presentation will be held at Council’s regular meeting on August 12, 2025, at 7pm in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 648 Main Street, Hampton.

Following the public presentation, written feedback will be accepted until September 13, 2025.  Written feedback can be submitted to the Director of Planning, Engineering and Development at planning@hampton.ca , by mail at Hampton, P.O. Box 1066, 648 Main Street, Hampton, NB, E5N 8H1 or dropped off in person at Town Hall at 648 Main Street. All feedback received will be reviewed by Council at a Special meeting on September 23, 2025, at 7pm in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 648 Main Street, Hampton.

The draft amendments to the Municipal Plan will be available for inspection on Hampton’s website and in the Clerk’s Office at Town Hall after the public presentation on August 12^th. For further details on how to inspect the proposed amendments please contact the Clerk’s Office at clerksoffice@hampton.ca or by calling 506-832-6065.

Beginning Monday, July 7th, our Public Works team will be replacing drainage pipes along Logie Drive. Work will begin on Monday in front of 89 Logie Drive and progress down toward Main Street in the coming days. The project is expected to take up to two weeks to complete, with the potential for earlier completion.

During construction, the road will be closed to both vehicles and pedestrians in the active work zones. Residents of DeMille Court will still have access to a portion of Logie Drive, but are encouraged to use Elmwood Drive when possible.

Signage will be in place to ensure safety and support traffic flow. Emergency services have been notified of the upcoming closure. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure project is completed.

An update will be provided on our social media channels once the work is finished.

As the town grows its recreational offerings, we are excited to announce a change at our existing community centre. After we ice-out in 2025, this building will undergo a phased transition into a field house. To mark this new purpose, Mayor and Council are deeply honoured to announce that the Hampton Community Centre will now be known as the Mike Murphy Memorial Field House in recognition of Mike Murphy’s lasting legacy in our town.

Mike Murphy, who passed away on February 3, 2008, was more than a devoted family man, a successful professional, and a passionate sports enthusiast — he was the heart of our community. As a long-time resident and former Deputy Mayor, Mike dedicated himself to making Hampton a place where everyone could thrive. His leadership, vision, and kindness left a permanent mark on our town.

Mike’s contributions to hockey in Hampton were extraordinary. He founded and managed leagues like the Hampton Men’s Oldtimers and Junior Oldtimers Hockey Leagues and even rented ice time himself to ensure high school players could continue playing after graduation. His dedication reached beyond Hampton, leading local teams to tournaments across Canada and even Europe. Mike also served for 16 years as the local RCMP Coach for Help the Cops Help the Kids Inc. and as a board member, supporting youth through funding for sports-related expenses. More than organizing teams, Mike fostered camaraderie, mentorship, and sportsmanship – impacting countless lives.

Beyond hockey, Mike was a charter member of the Hampton Rotary Club, a coach, and a community advocate. His willingness to step up and sponsor local youth activities or offer a helping hand was a testament to his generosity and care for others.

Professionally, Mike transitioned from running the Co-op to building a successful real estate career with RE/MAX, where he earned numerous accolades. However, his true passion lay in serving his community and making a difference in the lives of others.

It is only fitting that we honour Mike’s memory by renaming our Hampton Community Centre after him, a place that symbolizes the spirit of togetherness he so deeply cherished. Welcome to the Mike Murphy Memorial Field House – a place built on community, just as Mike exemplified.

For more information regarding the Mike Murphy Memorial Field House please contact info@hampton.ca or call 506-832-6065. Additional information related to the variety of new recreational offerings at the Mike Murphy Memorial Field House will be announced in the coming months.

The new state-of-the-art Regional Multipurpose Centre is making great progress! Construction of the 44,000-square-foot facility began in 2024 on William Bell Drive, and it’s already taking shape as a modern, accessible, and inclusive space that will serve as a hub for community activities, events, and wellness for all residents in the greater Hampton area.

Mark Bettle is leading the Capital Fundraising Campaign Cabinet, that will be approaching prospective donors in our community with the goal of raising the $4 million needed to complete this historic project.

“I’m excited to collaborate with such an engaged and dynamic group of Hampton citizens on this Cabinet. We know that many community partners will support our Centre, making generous contributions through naming opportunities that will leave a lasting legacy for future generations.” – Mark Bettle, Campaign Cabinet Chair.

The Capital Fundraising Campaign will broaden in the months ahead, offering a series of engagement opportunities for community members. The Centre is slated to open at the end of this year. Keep following for more updates. If you have questions about any aspect of this historic undertaking, contact our Campaign Coordinator at jennifer@hampton.ca or 506-832-6065.