Municipal Offices Closed on Friday, 12/24
Recycling Center Closing at 2 PM on Friday, 12/24 and Closed on Saturday, 12/25 |
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Township Committee Honors Local Heroes with Life Saving Valor Awards and Recognizes Assistant to the Mayor Maureen T. Raisch for 20 Years of Dedicated
Service to Middletown
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 Pictured from left: 2022 MTFD Second Assistant Chief Anthony Fulciniti, First Assistant Chief William Kane Jr., Mayor Tony Perry, and Life Saving Valor Award recipients Arthur Kaylor, Justin Lombardi, and Anthony Watterson
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At Monday's Township Committee Meeting, Mayor Tony Perry and the Township Committee, along with Middletown Township Fire Department (MTFD) Chiefs Anthony Fulciniti and William Kane Jr., presented Life Saving Valor Awards to three Middletown residents who worked together to rescue individuals from a house fire on Thanksgiving morning.
Arthur Kaylor was driving home because he forgot some belongings when he saw a house on fire. Anthony Watterson happened to drive a different route home, which led him in the direction of the flames. The two strangers worked together, alongside Justin Lombardi who was inside the house, to break a door and get both Justin and the homeowner to safety.
Middletown is proud to have residents whose first instincts are to help others. Thank you Arthur, Anthony, and Justin for this true act of heroism! |
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 Pictured from left: Committeeman Ryan Clarke, Deputy Mayor Rick Hibell, Mayor Tony Perry, Assistant to the Mayor Maureen Raisch, Committeewoman Kimberly Kratz, and Committeeman Kevin Settembrino
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The Township Committee also honored Assistant to the Mayor Maureen Raisch with a proclamation and an engraved clock to recognize her 20 years of dedicated service to the Township and our residents. Maureen will be sworn in as Monmouth County's Surrogate next month. We thank her for the time she has spent assisting our community and we wish her all the best!
Click HERE to watch the Monday, December 20th Regular Meeting on the Township's YouTube channel or catch it on our TV channel (Verizon FIOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) every night at 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM through Friday, December 31st. |
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Annual Reorganization Meeting Scheduled for
Sunday, 1/2 at 10 AM in Courtroom at New Town Hall
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Click HERE for more information. |
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Remember to Renew Your 2022 Dog License Between Saturday, 1/1 and Monday, 1/31
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All dog licenses expire on December 31st of each year. Renewals should be submitted either online or via mail between January 1st and January 31st. Late fees begin February 1st.
Click HERE for more information about our pet licensing policy. |
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A Christmas Book Reading Benefiting a Great Cause Last Saturday, community members of all ages attended a special reading of "Norman the Christmas Dog" at the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL). Author Candace Faust, Illustrator Morgan Spicer, and Norman, the dog who inspired it all, were there to read, sell, and sign books! Proceeds went to the Monmouth County SPCA.
"Norman the Christmas Dog" is a children's book about the true story of one dog's Christmas wish to be rescued and find a family of his very own.
"Norman the Christmas Dog" can be found at several stores, including Barnes & Noble and Amazon.
We hope everyone enjoyed this paw-some event!
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MTPL Closed on Friday, 12/24 and Saturday, 12/25
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Law enforcement officials will be cracking down on drivers impaired by alcohol or drugs as part of the annual end-of-year “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. The national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” effort endeavors to raise awareness about the dangers of impaired driving through a combination of high-visibility enforcement and public education.
Click HERE to read the press release about this important campaign. |
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Supplemental Leaf Collection for Early
Pickup Zones Continues Through New Year's Eve
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Due to changes in the weather this fall season, the first leaf collection zones are having a supplemental collection due to their early scheduled pickup. This additional collection began in the following zones last weekend: A, B, C, D, J, L.
This collection is expected to be completed by New Year's Eve (weather permitting). As a reminder, this collection is ONLY for leaves. Brush will be picked up in the spring. The Township is planning to adjust next year's leaf collection schedule to address a potential extended fall season in 2022.
Click HERE to find your zone.
Click HERE to read the original press release about this collection.Click HERE for more information about general leaf collection. |
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NJ Poison Center Advisory: Hidden Hazards of Holiday SeasonThe holidays are an exciting and busy time of year! Whether you’re traveling near or far, hosting or attending a gathering, or just cozying up at home, it’s important to be aware of hidden holiday hazards that can potentially cause serious injury.
Anything can be poisonous if used in the wrong way, in the wrong amount, or by the wrong person. Hidden dangers involve more than just medicines and chemicals. It’s important to note that accidents happen to everyone, not just kids and pets.
The holidays are also a time to be aware of the increased risk of illness. Holiday activities carry a high risk for spreading germs causing colds, flu and COVID-19. This year choose safer ways to celebrate, including becoming fully vaccinated and getting a COVID-19 booster. Click HERE to read safety tips in the original press release by the New Jersey Poison Control Center.
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Register NOW for Recreation's Weekly Winter Programs!
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Start the new year with some new, healthy habits by registering for Recreation's weekly winter programs! Yoga classes (adults only) meet on Tuesdays from 6:30 to 7:30 PM and are presented by Hot and Soul Yoga. Indoor Volleyball (adult co-ed teams, picked new each night) meets on Tuesdays from 7:30 to 9:30 PM. Both programs take place at the Croydon Hall Gym (900 Leonardville Road). Drop-in registration is available for both.
Don't wait for next summer to continue your Poricy science adventures! We've got STEM activities to do, nature to explore, and fun to be had! Each week features a different topic and will include an outdoor hike (weather permitting). After-School Science Club (Grades K-3) meets on Tuesdays from 4 to 5 PM at Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road).
All three activities begin on Tuesday, January 4th. Use your Community Pass account to sign up.
Click HERE for more information about the yoga classes.
Click HERE for more information about Indoor Volleyball.
Click HERE for more information about the After-School Science Club.
Click HERE to register for any of the above programs. |
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Register Your Children for MAC's Day Off From School Program Next Week, Monday, 12/27 - Friday, 12/31
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Are your children in elementary school and on winter break? Register them for the Middletown Arts Center's (MAC) Day Off From School Program!
The MAC is offering day-camp programming for elementary school students when the Middletown school district is closed. Creative activities will fill the half and full-day options led by Miss Fish, the Doodle Dude and friends! Day camp will take place at the MAC Annex at the Middletown Reformed Church (121 Kings Highway).
The MAC will be offering full-day programs from Monday, December 27th to Thursday, December 30th. Friday, December 31st will be a half-day.
Click HERE for more information about the program and to register. |
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Register for MTPL's Centennial Silent Movie on
Monday, 12/27 at 2:30 PM
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Looking for something fun to do over winter break? Come to the Middletown Township Public Library on Monday, December 27th to watch Mickey Mouse's silent movie, Steam Boat Willie, and other Disney short films!
This program is open to all ages, and will take place in the Community Room at
2:30 PM. Bring your own snacks to munch on while you enjoy the movies! Registration is required.
Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Click HERE to register for emergency and traffic alerts.
Click HERE to read the original press release from Monmouth County. |
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Weekly COVID-19 Testing at Middletown Train Station
Mondays and Thursdays from 3 - 7 PM (or Until Capacity is Reached) on First-Come, First-Served Basis
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Immediate Care will be offering COVID-19 RT-PCR testing at the Middletown Train Station each week on Monday and Thursday from 3:00 - 7:00 PM, or until the site reaches capacity. Tests will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. Results will be emailed within 48-72 hours. Testing is covered by insurance unless a test is deemed not to be medically necessary (i.e. you are not showing symptoms or have been exposed).
Click HERE for more information.
Click HERE to fill out a form prior to taking the test. |
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COVID-19 Vaccine and Booster Shot Clinic at MTPL Now Open on Mondays and Wednesdays: Pre-Register Now!
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The vaccine clinic at the Middletown Township Public Library (55 New Monmouth Road) will now also be administering COVID-19 vaccines and booster shots, by appointment only, for people ages 5+ on Mondays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, in addition to its regular hours on Wednesdays from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Walk-ins can receive their vaccines and booster shots on Wednesdays between the hours of 11:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
You do not need to be a Middletown resident to register. Those seeking vaccines should bring their ID and insurance card if they have one. Those seeking boosters should also bring their vaccine card.
Click HERE to read the full press release.
Click HERE to pre-register for your appointment.
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The New Jersey Department of Health is partnering with Vault Medical Services to deliver free COVID-19 tests to residents.
Click HERE to order a test and read more about this new service. |
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Click HERE to view the state's data dashboard. |
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Monmouth County Regional Health Commission Upcoming COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics
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Click on the graphic to view it larger.
Click HERE for Township COVID-19 information and updates. |
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 Screenshot of the MCHD app
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Monmouth County Launches Health Department AppThe Monmouth County Health Department (MCHD) has launched its new app which will look to provide residents and visitors to Monmouth County with
real-time news and information about services available through the County Health Department.
The "Monmouth County Health Department" app is available in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. For more information, call MCHD at 732-431-7456 or go to www.visitmonmouth.com.
Click HERE to read the County's full press release.
Click HERE to download the app from the Apple App Store.
Click HERE to download the app from the Google Play Store.
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Click HERE to access hi-res photos from thise-newsletter. |
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