Attend "Weekend in Old Monmouth" on Saturday, 5/3 from 10 AM - 5 PM and Sunday, 5/4 from 12-5 PM

The Joseph Murray Farmhouse, located at Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road), is proud to be one of the 50 historic sites in Monmouth County opening its doors to visitors for the 2-day event “Weekend in Old Monmouth"! Come see this outstanding example of a middle-class Colonial-era farmhouse and barn. Staff and volunteers will be on hand to give short tours and answer questions. 

With America's 250^th birthday coming up soon, there will be new elements at this year's event. There will be live re-enactments, butter churning and bread tasting, quill pen writing, and colonial games. There will also be a petting zoo from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 3^rd and the Murray Farmhouse Rededication Ceremony at 11:30 AM.

Click HERE for more information about the event.

Volunteers Clean British Retreat Route Signs and Murray Farmhouse Garden in Honor of Earth Day

Last weekend, the Middletown America 250 Committee and Middletown Parks & Recreation Department hosted a cleanup in celebration of Earth Day (April 22^nd). With the help of community volunteers, they cleaned 26 of our British Retreat route signs and helped spruce up the Murray Farmhouse garden. 

The signs will soon be featuring an updated look and the Department of Public Works & Engineering will be re-installing them throughout town. We thank everyone who dedicated their free time to honoring our local history and giving back to our community!

Middletown Welcomes Home MTPD Officer Nico Zampelle from Active Duty Service

At the Township Committee Meeting on Monday, April 28^th, Middletown proudly welcomed home and thanked Officer Nico Zampelle for his service to the United States Army and to our nation. While deployed for nine months in Syria, Officer Zampelle served as a captain and led a team of soldiers for the base defense of Al-Tanf Garrison where his crew engaged in multiple drone attacks. 

For the remainder of his time there, Officer Zampelle took command of Blackfoot Troop 1-102ND CAV. A recipient of the Combat Action Badge and Bronze Star, he is a true example of courage, patriotism, and selflessness.

During the presentation, Officer Zampelle spoke about Active Duty and presented Mayor Tony Perry with a certificate and American flag that was flown at his base. Police Chief Craig Weber spoke highly of Officer Zampelle, who was hired by the Middletown Township Police Department in 2021.

Middletown is honored to call Officer Zampelle a member of our community and commends him for always protecting others.

Middletown Recognizes MTFD, EMS, and OEM Volunteers During Volunteer Month

On Monday night, the Township Committee proclaimed April as Volunteer Month in Middletown. In honor of this initiative, Mayor Tony Perry presented proclamations to the chiefs of the Middletown Township Fire Department (MTFD), Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department, and Office of Emergency Management (OEM).

Middletown Township is fortunate to have thousands of volunteers in our community, whether they are providing vital emergency services or serving on any of our nearly two dozen Township boards, committees, and commissions.

We thank all our volunteers for generously donating their time to our community!

Township Committee Proclaims April as Donate Life Month in Middletown

At the meeting, Middletown proudly recognized April as Donate Life Month. This annual observance raises awareness about the urgent need for organ and tissue donors across the country.

Currently, there are nearly 4,000 New Jersey residents and over 100,000 Americans awaiting life-saving transplant operations. One organ donor can save eight lives and one tissue donor can restore health to over 75 others. People of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, and religions are touched by donation and by the serious shortage of organ donors that exists.

Lisa Luisi and Michele Napolitani, representatives from Medtronic in Eatontown, accepted the proclamation and explained how they use donations to create orthopedic implants to help people undergoing procedures like spine surgery, ACL replacements, and dental surgery.

Interested in becoming an organ and tissue donor? You can register via a local Motor Vehicle Agency or online at NJSharingNetwork.org.

Middletown South 9U Travel Basketball Team Celebrates Mid-Monmouth Championship

The Township Committee was also thrilled to recognize the Middletown South 9U Travel Basketball Team at Monday's meeting. As back-to-back champions, this team has shown the importance of working well together and what hard work can achieve. We are so proud of the athletes and encourage them to always "shoot" for their goals!

Click HERE to watch the meeting on the Township's YouTube channel or catch it on our TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) every day at 7:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 8:30 PM through Sunday, May 11^th.

Check Out New Episode of Minute with the Mayor

Join Mayor Tony Perry for the latest episode of Minute with the Mayor where he recognizes Middletown Township Police Officer Nico Zampelle for his recent Active Duty service in Syria, congratulates the Middletown South 9U Travel Basketball Team for winning the 2025 Mid-Monmouth Championship, and discusses the importance of Donate Life Month and registering as an organ and tissue donor. 

He also thanks the volunteers who participated in the Middletown America 250 Committee's recent Earth Day cleanup and encourages residents to attend the Murray Farmhouse Rededication Ceremony and "Weekend in Old Monmouth" on Saturday, May 3^rd and Sunday, May 4^th. 

Click HERE to watch the episode on YouTube.

RSVP to Annual Small-Business Roundtable Happening on Tuesday, 5/6 at 8 AM

Attention all small-business owners! Mayor Tony Perry and Monmouth County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone will be holding their annual Small-Business Roundtable on Tuesday, May 6^th at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway). If you are interested in attending, please email mayorsoffice@middletownnj.org or call 732-615-2024.

MTFD and Middletown Fire Prevention Remind Residents About the Importance of Smoke Alarms

The Middletown Township Fire Department (MTFD) and Fire Prevention Office would like to remind our residents about the importance of having working smoke detectors in your residence.

There is no doubt about it: SMOKE DETECTORS SAVE LIVES. Please take some time over the next few days to test your smoke alarms in your homes.

Smoke & carbon monoxide alarms are available at most hardware and/or department stores in the Middletown area. 

Remember, you want to "Hear the Beep, Where you Sleep"! Place smoke detectors in every bedroom, outside each sleeping area, on every level of your home, in your living room, in basements/garages, and near stairways.

Should you have questions about your smoke detectors, including issues with installation, we urge our residents to contact the Middletown Township Fire Prevention Office at 732-615-2270.

Register Now for Middletown Alliance's 

Parent Presentations This Spring

Next one is on Monday, 5/5!

The Middletown Alliance proudly presents its Spring Parent Presentation Series! The Alliance hosted the first presentation on Thursday, March 27^th at Town Hall. The presentation focused on current drug trends and was led by Prevention Specialist Nicki Francis from the Wellspring Center for Prevention. Nicki shared some of the latest drug trends and products seen in Monmouth County and local schools, such as nicotine oral pouches, easy-to-conceal vape devices, kratom, and more. Parents and guardians were able to ask questions and learn about what Middletown is doing to help fight these issues!

Interested in attending the remaining presentations? The next one, which is about social media, was originally scheduled for Monday, April 14^th but will now be taking place on Monday, May 5^th. The final presentation on Thursday, May 22^nd will be about raising resilient kids. Both presentations will take place from 7-8 PM in the Training Room at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway).

Click HERE to view the graphic in a larger PDF format and visit middletownnj.org/presentation to register for the presentations.

Attend Second Public Input Session About Newman Springs Road/County Road 520 Traffic Improvements on Tuesday, 5/13 at 6 PM

Contribute Your Ideas to the North Middletown-Port Monmouth Neighborhood Plan

Middletown Township, Affordable Housing Alliance, Bayshore Family Success Center, Ideal Beach Community Association, and Monmouth County Habitat for Humanity are creating a community-driven neighborhood plan for the North Middletown-Port Monmouth area! This neighborhood planning process will bring together residents, business owners, public officials, local organizations, and other stakeholders to develop a comprehensive set of proposed strategies and activities to improve the community.

Once completed, this neighborhood plan will unlock special state funding to implement these proposed strategies through the New Jersey Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit (NRTC) Program. 

The meeting on Wednesday, April 23^rd was rescheduled to Thursday, May 15^th at 6:00 PM at Ocean Avenue Elementary School (235 Ocean Avenue). We hope to see you there! 

Visit middletownplan.org for more information about the plan.

Check Out DPW's Spring 2025 Brush Collection Schedule

NJAW Lead Service Line Replacement Program 

Door-to-Door Canvassing Continues

CDM Smith, on behalf of New Jersey American Water (NJAW), started a door-to-door canvassing effort related to the Lead Service Line Replacement Program (LSLRP) in Middletown on Monday, February 3^rd. The canvassing and internal inspections are currently taking place in the Harmony Elementary School District in Area 1 on the map above. The entire canvassing is expected to take place over the next few months. 

All CDM Smith inspectors will wear co-branded (NJAW and CDM Smith) high visibility logo vests and will have NJAW-issued Contractor ID badges. Inspectors will introduce themselves and the program to property owners and will then ask to enter the home to inspect the water service where it enters into the home (typically in a basement or crawl space). 

The inspector will take exterior photos of the property and interior photographs of the service material and record the pipe material identified. Inspections generally take 15 minutes or less. At no time will residents be asked for money. Any customer that prefers to not have an internal inspection completed will be directed to alternatives to the inspections including self-reporting. 

The Middletown Township Police Department is aware of the canvassing. If you have any questions about LSLRP, please email njawlead@cdmsmith.com and LeadFreeNJ@amwater.com.

Attend Annual Police Memorial on Friday, 5/16 at 11 AM

Formally founded on May 15, 1928, the Middletown Township Police Department is celebrating its 97^th anniversary. The culmination of our Police Week celebration is the annual Police Memorial Service held at the Middletown Police Memorial, located at the corner of Kings Highway and Route 35. We encourage community members to attend.

Save the Date: Annual Memorial Day Parade with American Legion Post 338 to Take Place on Monday, 5/26

MonmouthNJ 250 Committee Announces Student Poetry Contest: Submit Your Entry By Friday, 5/16

The MonmouthNJ 250 Committee recently announced that they are hosting a Semiquincentennial Poetry Contest for Monmouth County students in grades 3-5 in recognition of America’s 250^th birthday. This contest invites students to write a poem reflecting upon what patriotism means to them.

Prizes will be awarded for each grade level. The winning essays will be showcased on monmouthNJ250.org and the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee's social media channels. It will also be highlighted throughout the committee's Semiquincentennial celebration.

The deadline for submissions is Friday, May 16^th and the winners will be announced by Sunday, June 1^st.

Click HERE for more information about the contest and how to submit your entry.

Last Day to Pay Quarterly Taxes Without Interest is Monday, 5/12 by 4 PM

Click HERE for more information about how to pay taxes.

Pay Off Library Fines by Donating Nonperishables through MTPL's Food for Fines Program until Sunday, 6/15

Food for Fines is back at the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL)! Pay off your library fines by dropping off nonperishable food bank donations at the MTPL's Circulation Desk (55 New Monmouth Road) from Thursday, May 1^st through Sunday, June 15^th. Expired food items will not be accepted.
 
Each nonperishable item donated eliminates $1.00 of late fees. Patrons can reduce up to $10.00 per card. Please note that donations cannot be used to pay for lost items.

All donations will be brought to the food banks at Calico Cat (96 Kings Highway), Project Paul (211 Carr Avenue, Keansburg), and Middletown Helps its Own (612 Carter Avenue, Port Monmouth).

Listen to Live Music at the MAC's May Music Cafe on Sunday, 5/4 from 4-6 PM

Join the Middletown Arts Center (MAC) this Sunday, May 4^th from 4-6 PM for its monthly music cafe, featuring singer-songwriters Gabrielle Lea, Carol Lester, Keith Monacchio, and Mark Healy. The concert will take place at the MAC (36 Church Street). The event is free with a suggested donation of $5.

Click HERE for information about the showcase's artists and click HERE to donate to the MAC.

Attend MTPL's Musical Biography Program about Bobby Darin on Wednesday, 5/7 at 1 PM

Explore the ageless talent of Bobby Darin with Phil Bruschi at the MTPL's musical biography program. Learn about Darin’s remarkable career and listen to Phil perform many of his biggest hits ranging from rock and jazz to country and folk. 

This free event will take place in the MTPL's Community Room (55 New Monmouth Road). Registration is recommended, but not required.

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Explore the State and Learn About Various NJ Daytrips at the MTPL on Wednesday, 5/7 at 7 PM

Get inspired to explore New Jersey with presenter Kerri Sullivan as she highlights interesting places to visit around the Garden State, including the Roebling Museum, Fort Mott, Whitesbog Village, and more! 

This program will take place in the MTPL's Community Room. Registration is recommended, but not required.

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Attend MAC's Spring Arts & Crafts Festival on Saturday, 5/10 from 11 AM - 3 PM

Shop or Sell in Our Annual Town-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, 5/17 and Sunday, 5/18

Spring clean or shop ‘til you drop at our annual town-wide garage sale! This fun event is free for shoppers and costs $8 for households to register. 

Click HERE for more information and to get your house on the map.

Be the Difference Suicide Prevention Community Walk to Take Place on Sunday, 5/18: Sign Up Now!

On Sunday, May 18^th, the third annual Be the Difference Walk will be starting at the Middletown Arts Center (36 Church Street) at 10:00 AM and ending at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway). The proceeds from this event, which was founded by former Middletown High School South student Piper Wyman, are donated to the New Jersey chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. 

This year, Middletown High School South senior Alex Taddeo is spearheading the event. Mayor Tony Perry and the Township Committee are proud to support the event that will once again travel up Church Street to Town Hall. 

Follow @bethedifference_nj on Instagram and click HERE for more information and to register.

Register for Middletown Parks & Recreation's MLB Pitch, Hit & Run Competition Happening Tuesday, 5/20 at 5 PM

Join Middletown Parks & Recreation for MLB's Annual Pitch, Hit & Run Competition! This fun event provides children an opportunity to showcase their baseball and softball skills with the possibility of earning a chance to attend and compete for a championship during the 2025 MLB World Series. 

Register today because if Middletown gets 150 registrants, then our winners automatically advance to the regionals hosted at a nearby MLB stadium! 

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Register for Annual Relay for Life of Middletown Happening on Saturday, 6/7 from 6-10 PM

The Township Committee encourages everyone to attend the Annual Relay for Life of Middletown.

Relay for Life is the American Cancer Society's annual nationwide signature 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. This year, Relay for Life will be taking place on Saturday, June 7^th from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Middletown High School South (900 Nut Swamp Road).

Visit middletownnj.org/relayforlife to sign up.

• As of Monday, March 31^st, Chapel Hill Road is closed at Whipporwill Valley Road for construction. A detour is set. Properties 1-230 have access from the NJ-35 side. Properties 231-400 have access from Kings Highway East. The road will be closed 24/7 for approximately 6 months. Click HERE to view a map of the detour.
  
• Church Street in Belford (near Saint Mary's School) between Leonardville Road and Drift Road is currently closed to replace Bridge MT-10. It will be closed 24/7 to vehicular traffic through October, but pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the course of the project.
• As of Monday, January 13^th, Broadway is closed between Main Street (Port Monmouth) and Church Street (Belford) due to construction of the final phase of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Port Monmouth Flood Control Project. Broadway will be closed for approximately 2 years. Detours were posted. Port Monmouth Road between Main Street (Port Monmouth) and Church Street (Belford) reopened on Monday, January 13^th, providing an alternate detour route for the Broadway closure.

Need Assistance? Utilize the Monmouth ACTS Navigation System

Monmouth County proudly offers the Monmouth ACTS Navigation System – an easy way for residents to find and access appropriate services in Monmouth County to meet their needs. Created as part of Monmouth County’s Department of Human Services, the Navigation System serves as one point of entry for residents to be connected to any human service provider in the County without needing to make multiple calls.

Call the Warm Line at 732-683-8959 to reach countless service providers and visit monmouthacts.org for more information.

Know the Difference: Tornado Watch vs. Tornado Warning

With tornado season generally being March through August in New Jersey, the Middletown Township Office of Emergency Management (OEM) would like to educate our community about how to prepare for tornadoes and stay safe.

Noted above is the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning. Stay on the lookout for additional educational materials!

Visit ready.gov/tornadoes for more information.

Middletown Township Animal Control Provides Information About Baby Rabbits' Spring Habits

Connect with the Township to Help Correct Concerns

Middletown Township is now utilizing the “See-Click-Fix” platform so residents can easily contact the Township to report any concerns. The Township is branding this reporting tool as Connect & Correct since you can submit your request via the website and track its progress through completion.

Visit middletownnj.org and click on the Connect & Correct button. This link will direct you to a page of categories you can choose from to report your concern. Simply choose the relevant category from the list such as lost pet, pothole, sidewalks, playgrounds, etc. and add a brief description of the issue. You will be able to enter an address or pinpoint the location of the issue on the map. You will also have the option to attach a photo if you would like, and then you can click to submit the report.

You will then be able to track the status of the issue through updates on the platform or via email notifications.

Exciting news — the Connect & Correct app is now officially available on the Apple App Store and Google Play! The goal of the app is to make it even easier to report your concerns on-the-go as well as streamline communications regarding any concerns you may have.

Register for Middletown's Emergency Alerts & Updates 

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