Reorganization Meeting Set for Sunday, 1/5 at 10 AM: Tony Perry and Rick Hibell Expected to Lead in 2025
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Click HERE for more information about the meeting. |
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Middletown to Sign Sister City Pact with Ofakim, Israel on Monday, 1/6 at 11 AM
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Mayor Tony Perry and Ofakim, Israel Mayor Itzik Danino will be signing a sister city pact to symbolically unite the two cities they govern. Mayor Perry first met with Mayor Danino in January 2024 when he visited Ofakim following the aftermath of October 7, 2023. Middletown lost 37 residents on September 11, 2001 – and continues to feel the impacts from that fateful day. As a result of their communities’ experiences with terrorism and grief, Mayor Perry and Mayor Danino quickly built a friendship. This sister city agreement, which will be the first one in Middletown’s history, will represent the two cities’ commitment to fostering cultural, educational, and economic bonds. The Middletown Township Committee encourages community members to attend this event. |
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Want to Give Back? Register Now for Middletown Township Health Department and NJ Blood Services' Blood Drive on Thursday, 1/9
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Middletown is partnering with New Jersey Blood Services to host a blood drive at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway) on Thursday, 1/9. According to New York Blood Services, someone needs blood every two seconds. It is important to have blood available 24/7 for emergencies as well as ongoing, life-sustaining needs for patients battling chronic diseases. Since blood cannot be synthetically made, there is no substitute – only volunteer donors can give the gift of life. Help make a difference by making an appointment today at nybc.org/drive and use the sponsor code 72770! |
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Reminder: South Zone Recycling to be Collected on Saturday, 1/4
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Christmas Tree Collection Dates: South Zone on Saturday, 1/11 & North Zone on Saturday, 1/18
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Renew Your 2025 Parking Permit
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Additional Daily Parking Now Available at Main Train Station Parking Lot
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 The new parking spaces are marked with yellow striping. |
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To address the need for more daily parking for commuters, the Middletown Department of Public Works has added new parking spaces (numbered 300-519) to the large train station lot located off Middletown-Lincroft Road near the satellite recycling center. These new spaces feature yellow striping. New signage will be installed soon, but the zone, cost, and instructions on how to start a parking session remain the same. The zone number is 12501 and parking costs $5 per day via the mPay2Park app. After you open the app, you need to log in to your account, click "Park", and choose your license plate. Then, enter your zone/space and duration and click on "Start Now". |
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Renew Your Dog License Through Friday, 1/31
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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! |
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Registration Closed for Middletown Animal Control's Free Dog Rabies Clinic
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This clinic has reached maximum capacity, so Middletown Animal Control will not be accepting any additional pre-registrations. Click HERE to check out the Monmouth County Health Department's calendar to find other rabies clinics. |
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New Year, New Hobby: Make an Artistic Resolution and Register Now for MAC's Winter Classes!
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The Middletown Arts Center's (MAC) Winter 2025 classes begin Monday, January 6th, so register today! Pick up a hobby and sign up for a class in theater, dance, art, or music. Click HERE to view the youth classes and click HERE to view the adult classes. |
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Kick Off the New Year with Vision Boards at the MTPL on Tuesday, 1/7 at 11 AM
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Looking to lay the foundation for your 2025 aspirations? Come to the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) to join Reference Librarian Katie K. as she goes over how to create a vision board, monthly goals, and gratitude journals for the year ahead! This fun event will take place in the MTPL's Community Room (55 New Monmouth Road). Registration is required as supplies are limited. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Attend the Middletown Preschool Fair on Wednesday, 1/8 from 5-7 PM
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Finding the perfect preschool for your child can be tough, so we're here to help! Middletown Recreation is bringing preschools throughout the town together in one place for your convenience. Representatives from various schools will be at the Middletown Township Public Library (55 New Monmouth Road) to speak about class options, program structure, and answer any questions you may have. Click HERE to view a list of featured schools. |
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Enjoy Wicked and Wizard of Oz Trivia Night at the MTPL on Thursday, 1/9 at 7 PM
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Follow the yellow brick road to the MTPL to test your Wicked and Wizard of Oz knowledge at this trivia night for adults 18 and over! Registration is required. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Register for MTPL's Read to a Dog Program Happening Thursday, 1/9 at 4 PM & Monday, 1/20 at 6 PM
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Students in grades K-5 can practice their reading skills by reading aloud to a therapy dog twice per month at the MTPL. On Thursday, January 9th, there will be four sessions between 4-5 PM. On Monday, January 20th, there will be four sessions between 6-7 PM. Registration is required. Click HERE for more information and to sign up for a slot. |
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Register for Middletown Recreation's Maple Tree Tapping Event Happening Wednesday, 1/29 from 4-5 PM
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Join Middletown Recreation at Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road) to drill holes, hammer in tappers, and hang buckets - the first steps of making maple syrup! Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Sign Up for Middletown Recreation's Daddy-Daughter Winter Ball Happening Friday, 1/31 & Saturday, 2/1
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Middletown Recreation's Daddy-Daughter Dance returns to Jacques Banquet Hall (500 Palmer Avenue) on Friday, January 31st and Saturday, February 1st! Join us for a winter ball with a DJ, buffet, photo booth, surprises, and more! Registration is now open on RecDesk. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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- From Monday, January 6th through Friday, January 17th, Chapel Hill Road will be closed at Whipporwill Valley Road for construction from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The detour is set. Properties 1 through 230 will have access from Route 35. Properties 231 through 400 will have access from Kings Highway East.
- Beginning Monday, January 6th, Broadway will be closed between Main Street (Port Monmouth) and Church Street (Belford) due to construction of the final phase of the US Army Corps of Engineers’ Port Monmouth Flood Control Project. Broadway will be closed for approximately 2 years. Detours will be posted. Port Monmouth Road between Main Street (Port Monmouth) and Church Street (Belford) will be re-opened in late January (weather permitting), providing an alternate detour route for the Broadway closure.
- As part of the replacement of a bridge structure, Whipporwill Valley Road will be closed to traffic for a period of 90 consecutive calendar days. The project began on Monday, December 2nd and a detour will be in place during the closing period. The bridge area at Whipporwill Valley Road will be closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic during the allowed closing period. Vehicular and pedestrian access to all residences and businesses within the project limits will be maintained during construction.
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Upper Navesink River Channel Dredging Project Continues
On November 21st, New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials announced the Upper Navesink River Channel dredging project that began in early December in Middletown. Dredging operations are expected to be completed in January 2025. Work is being conducted during daylight hours on a 7-days-a-week schedule. The area roads are expected to remain open through the duration of the project. Click HERE to read NJDOT's press release for more information.
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DPW Wraps Up Leaf Collection
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Register for Middletown's Emergency Alerts & Updates
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How to Protect Your Pipes During the Colder Months
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Now that it is officially winter, we encourage you to take some preventative measures to avoid frozen pipes! In the graphic above, American Water provides some helpful tips. In addition to avoiding frozen pipes, it is also important to keep in mind that you should not pour fats, oils, or grease down the drain. You should dispose of them in the trash instead. This tip should be practiced year-round, but is especially relevant during the holiday season when family and friends tend to be gathering together for meals more often. Click HERE to watch a video about unwelcome holiday guests – fats, oils, and grease! |
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Prepare Your Home for Winter Storms with Flood Insurance and Precautionary Steps
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Middletown Floodplain Management encourages residents to purchase flood insurance and winterize their homes by insulating walls and attics, caulking and weather-stripping doors and windows, and installing storm windows or covering windows with plastic. Remember to clear rain gutters, repair roof leaks, and cut away tree branches that could fall on a house or neighboring structure during or following a storm. Keep pathways and driveways clear between storms to avoid buildup of snow piles and icing. Maintain heating equipment and chimneys by having them cleaned and inspected every year by a qualified professional. |
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Apply Now for Township's Free Tutoring Program for Income-Eligible Households
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Middletown Township is offering free tutoring services through the Next Generation Support Program to students from income-eligible households who have fallen behind academically due to the pandemic. The program has begun, but the Township is still accepting applications. Visit middletownnj.org/ngsp for more information and to apply. |
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Know Someone with a Disability? Make Sure They Register with NJ Register Ready!
Middletown’s Office of Emergency Management encourages residents with disabilities to register with NJ Register Ready. This free program is designed to assist first responders and emergency planners in identifying community members who may need assistance evacuating in advance of an emergency. For more information about the program and the three ways you can register, visit middletownnj.org/oem.
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Click HERE to access hi-res photos from thise-newsletter. |
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