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Stay on Top of Winter Weather Advisories:

Register for Middletown's Emergency Alerts & Updates 

Three ways to get emergency notifications, such as severe weather updates, from Middletown Township: Text your zip code to 888-777; Visit www.middletownnj.org/nixle to register for/customize notifications; Download the Everbridge Nixle mobile app on Apple Store or Google Play to receive/manage notifications and limit text messages. Less urgent messages will be delivered to your email address on file. If it isn’t on file, text your email address to 888-777 or download the mobile app.

The Township's emergency operations team met yesterday to discuss the snowstorm's path and preparation tactics. According to the National Weather Service, Monmouth County has a Winter Storm Advisory through 10:00 PM tonight. 

Click HERE to read our advisory for information and important safety tips.

Visit www.middletownnj.org/nixle to register for Nixle.

Report Dangerous Roadway Snow/Ice Conditions

If you would like to report dangerous roadway snow/ice conditions, please visit middletownnj.org/plowrequest. If you do not have a citizen login, you will need to complete a brief registration.

Click on the graphic to report dangerous roadway conditions.

According to the Township’s Snow and Ice Removal Ordinance (Chapter 428, Article III), owners, occupants and/or tenants of premises have 24 hours from the end of the snowfall to clear all sidewalks on the property. Those who do not clear their sidewalk within this timeframe may be subject to a fine.

Click HERE to learn more about Middletown's snow removal procedures, including when plowing is initiated. 

Due to the inclement weather, South Zone bulk collection will be delayed. Please keep your bulk at the curb as crews will continue to work through the weekend until all items are collected.   If your bulk is not collected by Monday, visit www.middletownnj.org/missedpickup to report it. Thank you for your patience!

Christmas Tree Collection Date: 

South Zone TOMORROW (Saturday, 1/20)

Christmas Tree Collection Dates

MTPD Chief R. Craig Weber Appointed as President of Bayshore Chiefs of Police Association

Group photo of Bayshore Chiefs of Police Association

Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond Santiago and Monmouth County Chief of Detectives John G. McCabe, Jr. attended the event and supported the chiefs being elected to their new positions. (Photo courtesy of Bayshore Chiefs of Police Association)

Middletown Township Police Department (MTPD) Chief R. Craig Weber was recently elected as the 2024 president of the Bayshore Chiefs of Police Association Executive Board. The board consists of chiefs from surrounding towns throughout the Bayshore area. 

The vice president is Chief Michael J. Woodrow from the Union Beach Police Department, the Sergeant at Arms is Chief Shannon Torres from the Keyport Police Department, the treasurer is Chief Matthew Lloyd from the Aberdeen Township Police Department, and the Secretary is Chief Thomas Falco from the Matawan Police Department. 

MTPD Announces Police Youth Week 2024 Dates: Registration Opens Tuesday, 2/20 at 10 AM

MTPD 2024 Youth Week Announcement

Save the date for MTPD's Police Youth Week registration! Once registration opens, applications can be completed online via CommunityPass. 

Click HERE for more information about Police Youth Week. 

Visit www.middletownnj.org/signup to access CommunityPass.

Miranda's Victim

Photo courtesy of Amazon

Middletown-Based Movie Miranda's Victim Now Available on Hulu


Miranda's Victim, a movie that was filmed in Middletown and written/produced by Middletown resident George Kolber, is now streaming on Hulu, in addition to Amazon, Apple, Xfinity, Spectrum, and Reddit. It is currently ranked as the number one drama on Hulu. We encourage all our residents to check out the film, which was originally released in October, and learn about how the Miranda Rights came to be!

Click HERE to watch the trailer.

Renew Your Dog License by Wednesday, 1/31!

2024 dog license renewals can be submitted either online or via mail between 1/1 and 1/31. Late fees begin 2/1.

Click HERE for more information about our pet licensing policy.

Benefit of Licensing Your Dog: A dog license proves that your pet is vaccinated and promotes public health. Dog licenses are only provided to pets who have an updated rabies shot. A dog with a license tag gives good samaritans the confidence to approach a lost pet, since they know that they are not rabid.

With dog license renewals currently taking place, Middletown Animal Control would like to remind residents about the benefits of licensing your dog! Throughout the month of January, we will be sharing these advantages via our communications channels. Be sure to follow Middletown Township on Facebook, Instagram, and X! 

Beep Beep! Looking for a Job? Become a Bus Driver for the Middletown Senior Center!

Middletown Recreation is hiring a Senior Center Bus Driver!

Click HERE to learn more about the job responsibilities and schedule.

Introducing New Township Tax Estimator Calculator

Instructions on how to use Tax Estimator Calculator

Visit www.middletownnj.org/assessment for information about how to understand your tax assessment, frequently asked questions, more details about our new tax estimator calculator, and an explanation of the tax rate calculation.

Upcoming Events

Movies at the MAC Kicks Off This Weekend

Movies at the MAC

The Middletown Arts Center (MAC) is thrilled to announce Movies at the MAC! After years of watching at home on TV or even a phone, now is your chance to enjoy some of Hollywood’s finest with fellow fans on the big screen at the MAC (36 Church Street).

Movies at the MAC launches with three separate programs spotlighting the best in comedy, theater, and music on celluloid. The MAC Classic Comedy Movie Series, The MAC Broadway Matinee Film Series and Monday Night Music Club at the MAC will each feature monthly screenings with discounted tickets available for MAC members. Tickets cost $5 for members and $10 for the general public and can be purchased at the door.

Movies at the MAC kicks off this weekend with Airplane! on Saturday, January 20th at 7 PM and Cabaret on Sunday, January 21st at 2 PM.

Click HERE for more information and to see the schedules.

Register for MTPL's Let's Talk About Sugar Program Happening on Wednesday, 1/24 at 7 PM

MTPL Let's Talk About Sugar

Join presenter Francesca Locicero of "Let's Be Frank" Health & Life Coaching at the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) for a program on sugar! The program will take place in the MTPL's Community Room (55 New Monmouth Road) and highlight sugar cravings, how these cravings can impact mood and health, and how you can recalibrate your body to crave healthy foods instead of sugary ones.

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Register for MTPL's Cartooning Workshop for Adults Happening on Thursday, 1/25 at 7 PM

MTPL Cartooning Workshops for Adults

Calling all Sunday comic lovers, here's a chance to learn how to create your own comic strip! Come to the MTPL's Computer Lab for a workshop featuring Mike Dawson, the award-winning New York Times contributor and author of the middle-grade graphic novel series The Fifth Quarter. Mike will explain how comics work and demonstrate how the job of a cartoonist goes beyond drawing.

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Listen to Live Music at the MAC's Monthly Music Cafe on Sunday, 1/28 from 4-6 PM

MAC Music Cafe

Join the Middletown Arts Center (MAC) on Sunday, January 28th from 4-6 PM for its monthly singer-songwriters showcase featuring artists Frank Patrouch, Barbara Paskin, Daniel Ravaglia, and Kathy Moser! The concert will take place inside the MAC's theater (36 Church Street). The event is free with a suggested donation of $5.
 
Click 
HERE for more information about the concert.
 Click 
HERE
 to donate to the MAC.

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Middletown Recreation's Daddy-Daughter Dance in February

Middletown Recreation Daddy-Daughter Lunar New Year Dance

Get ready to make some beautiful memories at Middletown Recreation's annual Daddy-Daughter Dance at Jacques Banquet Hall (500 Palmer Avenue). The theme is Chinese New Year – stop by for DJ, dancing, and surprises! 

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Scout Groups: Register for Maple Sugaring at Poricy Park in February or March

Middletown Recreation Maple Sugaring at Poricy Park

With cold nights and warm days, the late winter is the perfect time of year for maple sap in New Jersey. Join Middletown Recreation in February or March at Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road) to learn why you can collect sap only during this time, how to identify maples and other trees in the winter, and how boiling increases solution concentrations to create syrup. Bring your scout group out for hands-on learning!

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Resources

Report Your Missed Trash, Recycling, or Bulk Collection to DPW

Information about how to report missed garbage, recycling, or bulk pickup

We encourage you to complete a form at www.middletownnj.org/missedpickup if your trash, recycling, or bulk was not collected. 

Please call DPW at 732-615-2090 if you have any questions.

Click HERE to complete DPW's form. 

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