Join Middletown and American Legion Post 338 at Annual Memorial Day Parade this Monday, 5/29 at 10 AM
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Middletown Township is honored to partner with American Legion Post 338 for our annual Memorial Day Parade. We encourage community members to join us in remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. The parade begins at 10:00 AM at Bayshore Middle School (834 Leonardville Road). Visit www.middletownnj.org/parade to view a map of the parade route. |
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers & New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Hold Public Outreach Sessions about Coastal Storm Resilience Study |
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 Township Administrator Tony Mercantante provides some background information to attendees before they meet with U.S. Army Corps and NJDEP representatives about the study process and timeline. |
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On Tuesday, May 23rd, representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection hosted two public outreach sessions at Town Hall about the Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook Bay Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study that is expected to be done in North Middletown, Keansburg, Aberdeen Township, Old Bridge, and the West Keansburg section of Hazlet. Outreach sessions were also held on Wednesday, May 24th in Aberdeen Township. The study will evaluate critical infrastructure, transportation, and evacuation routes that are at risk due to the effects of coastal storms in the study area including socially vulnerable areas. Community members were able to visit representatives at various stations around the courtroom to learn more and give their opinion about how to improve the resilience of our towns due to the impacts of coastal storms and flooding. Visit www.middletownnj.org/csrm for additional information about the study goals and to view the poster boards that were displayed at the information sessions. |
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Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County Breaks Ground on Middletown Property
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 Pictured from left: Catholic Daughters of the Americas State Secretary Philomena Milano, Catholic Daughters of the Americas State Regent Audrey Spenard, Catholic Daughters of the Americas State Treasurer Betty Ryan, HFHMC Board President Kim Stulb, Mayor Tony Perry, and Township Administrator Tony Mercantante (Photo courtesy of Caroline Howell) |
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On Thursday, May 25th, Mayor Tony Perry and Township Administrator Tony Mercantante joined Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County (HFHMC) and nonprofit Catholic Daughters of the Americas for a special groundbreaking at 27 Ideal Avenue. Last year, Middletown donated this land which is HFHMC's 61st site. Middletown is so proud to see this project begin! |
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Middletown Relay for Life Team Brings Community Together and Fundraises for American Cancer Society |
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 Pictured from left: Volunteer Leadership Team members Marc Seigel, Jennifer Belke, Amy Nolan, and Grace Roeder with Mayor Tony Perry (Photo courtesy of Middletown Relay for Life) |
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On Saturday, May 20th, Relay for Life returned to Middletown High School South! Relay for Life is an annual event that celebrates survivors, remembers those who have lost their battle with cancer, and unites our community to fight against a disease that has taken too much from too many. All proceeds raised go toward the American Cancer Society. Although the rain forced the event indoors, it was still a huge success with over $26,000 raised! Mayor Tony Perry was honored to present a proclamation, walk a few laps, and support this important cause. |
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Student-Led Be the Difference Suicide Prevention Walk Inspires Locals During Mental Health Awareness Month |
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 Mayor Perry was proud to support Piper at this incredible event! (Photo courtesy of @shotbydenzz on Instagram) |
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On Sunday, May 21st, Middletown High School South student Piper Wyman organized the first ever suicide prevention walk in Middletown along with the help of peers from both high schools North and South. The Be the Difference Walk was hosted by the New Jersey Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and began at the Middletown Arts Center and ended at Town Hall. There were over 200 walkers and the event raised close to $11,000! Walk supporters lined the streets with positive and encouraging signs such as “Kindness Matters” and “You Are Always Enough”. Attendees then made their way to the main parking lot at Town Hall where both Piper and Mayor Tony Perry shared some inspirational words about the importance of mental health. Following speeches, people enjoyed live music from local band Exit 109 and food donated by local sponsors. Follow @bethedifference_nj on Instagram to see photos from this very successful event! |
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Middletown Senior Center Hosts Conversation of Your Life for Members |
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 Committeewoman Kimberly Kratz and Katie Bisaha address the attendees. (Photo courtesy of Middletown Recreation) |
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On Thursday, May 25th, the Middletown Senior Center offered the annual "Conversation of Your Life" program to its members. Katie Bisaha, a Community Health & Policy Associate for the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, led the presentation which included an open discussion with members (and Committeewoman Kimberly Kratz) about their priorities, goals, and wishes to lead fulfilled lives. Click HERE to view photos from the event. |
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Congratulations to the Recent Project P.L.U.S. Graduates! |
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Congratulations to the Recent Project P.L.U.S. Graduates! |
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Last week, 73 fifth grade students graduated from Middletown Municipal Alliance's Project P.L.U.S. (Peer Leaders Understanding Students)! The free after school 7-week program teaches students the personal, health, and legal consequences of dangerous substances and prepares them for the upper grades. Congratulations to the graduates and good luck in middle school! Photos courtesy of Middletown Municipal Alliance |
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 Runners kick off the 5K! (Photo courtesy of SMAA) |
St. Mary's Athletic Association Prepares for Incoming Season with Spring Into Summer 5K
On Saturday, May 20th, the St. Mary's Athletic Association (SMAA) and The Jersey Shore Running Club presented the 19th Annual Spring Into Summer 5K. All proceeds from this event benefited the SMAA, which provides youth in our community with sports opportunities. Deputy Mayor Rick Hibell was thrilled to support the runners!
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Middletown Social Services Currently Not Accepting Any Donations |
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Middletown Animal Control Provides Tips about Fawns |
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Click HERE to read about why it is so important to not disturb or feed fawns. |
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Register for Middletown Recreation's Summer Trail Blazers Travel Camp |
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Space still remains in Middletown Recreation’s Trail Blazers camp for students heading into 7th-9th grades. Campers will enjoy a different trip every day from Monday-Thursday. Learn more and register today! Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Navesink River Road Reopens
The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners announced that Navesink River Road (County Route 12A), in the area of Huber Woods Park in Middletown, reopened to traffic on Friday, May 26th. The remaining project work will be completed under alternating lanes of traffic during working hours. Click HERE to read the County's press release for more information.
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Middletown Ballot Box Locations |
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With the New Jersey Primary Election coming up on Tuesday, June 6th, our Township Clerk's Office would like to remind residents of where Middletown's election ballot boxes are located. REMINDER: There is no longer a ballot box at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway). |
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Plots Still Available at Middletown Community Garden |
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Middletown Township Health Department Provides Tips for Skin Cancer Awareness Month |
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Click HERE to find a location for a free skin cancer screening. |
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Ahoy Mates & Mermaids! Register for Middletown Recreation's Daddy-Daughter Beach Bash on Friday, 6/9 |
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Middletown Recreation's Daddy-Daughter Beach Bash is back on Friday, June 9th! Attendees are invited to Ideal Beach (Bayside Parkway, North Middletown) to enjoy a DJ, fun activities, and a delicious dinner. This year's theme is Mermaids & Pirates. Please remember to bring your beach chairs and blankets. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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The Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) has some upcoming events and reminders next week! The MTPL will be closed on Monday, May 29th in observance of Memorial Day and will be closed on Thursday, June 1st from 1-5 PM. It will be open from 9 AM-1 PM and 5-9 PM that same day. Click HERE to view the MTPL's calendar. |
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Start Summer with the MTPL's Free Reading Challenge Beginning Monday, 6/19 |
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Click HERE for more information about the challenge. |
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Buy Tickets for Middletown Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws on Friday, 7/28 at 7 PM |
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Join Middletown Recreation for Middletown Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws on Friday, July 28th! Sit with our community in the stands as we cheer on the local baseball team, watch postgame fireworks, and see Mayor Tony Perry throw out the first pitch. Click HERE for tickets. |
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Earn Extra Money by Becoming a Monmouth County Poll Worker |
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NJNG Offers In-Person Energy Assistance to Customers through Friday, 6/30
In March, New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) announced it will provide customers with personal support — at the company’s Asbury Park and Lakewood walk-in payment centers — to help access energy assistance grants to pay for their energy bills. On select days through June 30, 2023, representatives from local Community Action Partnership (CAP) agencies will be on hand to help customers determine eligibility for grants and other energy assistance programs and with the application process. Click HERE to read NJNG's press release for more information.
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Monmouth County May COVID-19 Clinics |
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Click HERE to access hi-res photos from this e-newsletter. |
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Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20 |
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