Middletown Hosts 22^nd Anniversary of 9/11 Memorial Service on Monday, 9/11 at 7:00 PM

The community is invited to attend our memorial service to honor and remember those we lost in the World Trade Center attack 22 years ago. There will be a moment of silence, wreath tribute, and a candlelit walk through the Middletown Township World Trade Center Memorial Gardens (36 Church Street next to the Middletown Arts Center).

Click HERE to read our community advisory for more information. 

MTPD Invites Community to Support PBA Local 124's 4^th Annual 9/11 Memorial 5K on Saturday, 9/9

Proceeds from the 5K will go to a memorial scholarship fund created in honor of late Middletown Township Police Department (MTPD) Detective Lieutenant Joseph Capriotti. As "keeper of the list" of the 37 residents we tragically lost on 9/11, Capriotti personally notified every single Middletown family who had lost a loved one that day. As a result of his response to Ground Zero, he contracted cancer and lost his battle in June 2019. The memorial scholarship fund was created as a way to pay tribute to the tremendous impact he has made to the families of the victims and to our community.

Registration is $40 for the 5K Run + Walk and $20 for the Kids' Race.

Visit www.911middletown5k.com for more information and to register.

Monmouth County Welcomes 40 New American Citizens

On Tuesday, Mayor Tony Perry attended a naturalization ceremony at Sandy Hook Lighthouse where Gateway National Recreation Area and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services staff welcomed 40 new citizens. All 40 are Monmouth County residents and represent 20 countries.

In addition to witnessing the citizens recite their oaths, Mayor Perry delivered a speech and personally congratulated each one with a handshake while helping pass out their certificates. Congratulations to these Americans on their dedicated journey to citizenship!

Township Committee Proclaims September 2023 as Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month in Middletown

At Monday's meeting, the Middletown Township Committee recognized Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month with a proclamation. Mayor Tony Perry joined representatives of local non-profit Infinite Love for Kids Fighting Cancer and the Love for Luca 5K, as well as members of the Adinolfi family, to shine a light on pediatric cancer.

Andrea Verdone Gorsegner, the Founder/President of Infinite Love, began the presentation by promoting the Love for Luca 5K and sharing her gratitude for the event. All proceeds from the second annual Love for Luca 5K, which is taking place on Sunday, September 24^th at 9 AM, will be donated to Infinite Love.

Lauren Moore and Sam Cutler, the coordinators of the Love for Luca 5K, also expressed their appreciation for Infinite Love and the entire Middletown community for supporting this important cause. The Love for Luca 5K began last year and is held in memory of Luca Iacono, a beloved 11-year old resident who passed away from cancer in 2019. Lauren and Sam's children were Luca's classmates.

After Andrea, Lauren, and Sam spoke, Mayor Perry gifted the proclamation to Skylar Adinolfi, a 8-year-old resident who is currently in the maintenance phase of her treatment for leukemia. Skylar was thrilled to accept it alongside her big sister Brianne and dad Tom!

Click HERE to sign up for the Love for Luca 5K and click HERE to read more about Skylar and donate to her. Visit www.infiniteloveforkidsfightingcancer.org for more information about Infinite Love.

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 night at 5:00 PM and 8:30 PM through Sunday, September 17^th.

Township Officials Discuss Storm Preparation 

Township officials met this afternoon to discuss Hurricane Lee’s path and ways to prepare should Middletown be impacted. The emergency operations team will be meeting again early next week when more information is available.

In the meantime, we encourage all residents to register for Nixle, the Township’s emergency notifications system, since important severe weather information will be sent via that platform. Once registered, you will receive alerts about traffic detours, criminal activities, missing persons, and more.

Text MiddletownNJ to 888-777 or visit www.middletownnj.org/nixle to register.

Pre-Register for Middletown Animal Control's Free Cat Rabies Clinic on Tuesday, 9/12 from 5:15-6:30 PM

Visit www.middletownnj.org/rabies to pre-register.

Join Us for the Middletown Day Festival & Car Show on Saturday, 9/23 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Middletown Day returns to the Great Lawn at Croydon Hall this year on Saturday, September 23^rd! 

Join us as a business, vendor, sponsor, or car show participant as we come together as a community to celebrate all that makes Middletown so exceptional. 

Visit www.middletownnj.org/middletownday for more information.

Donate to Middletown's Back to School Supply Drive by Tuesday, 9/26

Middletown Recreation, Middletown Social Services, Middletown Cub Scout packs, and Memorial Sloan Kettering are collecting school supplies for residents in need.

Please consider donating and helping students get off to a great start. 

Click HERE to view our list of supplies and drop-off locations.

Register for MAC's Fall Classes!

Registration for the Middletown Arts Center's (MAC) Fall 2023 classes has officially opened. Pick up a new hobby and check out all the wonderful programs they're offering!

Click HERE to view the youth classes and click HERE to view the adult ones.

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month: Get Yours at the MTPL Today! 

The Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) is encouraging all Middletown residents, students, and business owners to sign up for a library card. There will be a free prize given to everyone who comes to the MTPL (55 New Monmouth Road) during the month of September and signs up for one.

Visit www.mtpl.org to see all the great resources and programs the MTPL offers!

MTPL's "Fall Into Wellness" September Series Begins with Two Programs This Upcoming Week!

The Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) invites the community to attend its September series of virtual and in-person wellness programs that aim to provide adults with tools and tips to help them thrive this autumn. MTPL’s Wellness Series programs are free and open to all who wish to attend.

Through Simplifying Weekly Meal Planning via Zoom on Wednesday, September 13^th at 7 PM, attendees will learn tips on how to make cooking and meal planning less stressful and more fun! Vanessa Young, the cooking instructor and founder of thirstyradish.com, will be spearheading the virtual program. Click HERE for more information and to register.

On Thursday, September 14^th at 6 PM in the MTPL's Community Room (55 New Monmouth Road), Vivian Taormina will teach you how to foster a sense of calm and positivity at the Kirtan program. Kirtan is a form of singing meditation set to music connecting us to our hearts and divine wisdom. Click HERE for more information and to register.

Click HERE to read the MTPL's press release for more information.

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. 

MTPL's College Prep Series Begins with Two Programs This Upcoming Week!

Thinking of applying to college? Join the MTPL next week for some virtual programs to help you prepare for college applications!

On Tuesday, September 12^th at 7 PM, attend The New Digital SAT®: What You Need to Know to learn about all the SAT's changes and what they mean for students. Click HERE for more information and to register.

On Wednesday, September 13^th at 7 PM, join Princeton College Consulting at How to Get into an Ivy League for a detailed behind-the-scenes perspective on what Ivy Leagues consider when evaluating applicants and how to use that knowledge for your own application process. Click HERE for more information and to register.

Register for the Mayor's Challenge 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run Happening on Sunday, 10/15

Exercise for a great cause at the annual Mayor’s Challenge 5K + 1 Mile Fun Run! Race the trails of Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road) to compete for an awesome prize while raising money for RallyCap Sports, a nonprofit that brings recreational opportunities to children and young adults with special needs while also providing life-changing volunteer opportunities. Long sleeve t-shirts will be given to the first 150 participants! 

Sign up today at www.middletownnj.org/5K.

• Middletown-Lincroft Road between the Middletown Train Station and Nutswamp Road will be closed on Saturday, September 9^th from 9-10 AM.
  
• Monmouth County will be performing road maintenance to County Route 12A (Navesink River Road) near Browns Dock Road. Beginning on Tuesday, September 12^th, the eastbound lane of Navesink River Road will be closed. The westbound lane will remain open. Police officers will be alternating the flow of traffic to allow for both directions of traffic to safely drive through the work zone. Beginning on Monday, September 18^th, both lanes of traffic will be closed for five days.
• Oak Hill Road at the NJ Transit railroad crossing will be closed beginning 9 AM on Thursday, September 14^th and is expected to reopen by the end of the day on Friday, September 22^nd. 

Tap into Federal Housing Administration’s 203(k) Program to Help Rehab or Renovate Your Home  

If you want to finance the purchase of a home that needs rehabilitation or finance improvements to your current home, the Federal Housing Administration’s (FHA) Section 203(k) Rehabilitation Mortgage Insurance Program (203(k) Program) may be the right choice for you. This program is available through FHA-approved lenders and allows homebuyers to finance the purchase of a home or homeowners to refinance a current mortgage, combining the cost of renovations, repairs, or remodeling into a single loan. 

The program permits homebuyers and homeowners to have home repair improvements incorporated into their mortgage. This way you can quickly and easily tap into cash to pay for property repairs or improvements, such as those identified by a home inspector or an FHA appraiser. Those who are buying a home can make it move-in ready by remodeling the kitchen, painting the interior, or purchasing new carpet. Homeowners can make property repairs, improvements, or prepare their home for sale. The 203(k) Program is also often used to rebuild or repair after a natural disaster such as a flood or hurricane. It is also available to HUD-approved non-profit organizations and government agencies.

 For more information and resources, check out this pamphlet.

Help Stomp Out the Spotted Lanternfly

You have probably noticed Spotted Lanternfly (SLF), an invasive planthopper native to China, India, and Vietnam, everywhere you turn. Starting in September, SLF will lay eggs and die out by October or November (see lifecycle chart above). 

This insect is an invasive pest that has the potential to greatly impact agricultural crops and hardwood trees. They feed on the plant sap of many different plants including grapevines, maples, black walnut, and other important plants in New Jersey. While it does not harm humans or animals, it can reduce the quality of life for people living in heavily-infested areas.

As SLF feeds, the insect excretes honeydew (a sugary substance) which can attract bees, wasps, and other insects. The honeydew also builds up and promotes the growth for sooty mold (fungi), which can cover the plant, forest understories, patio furniture, cars, and more.

If you see a Spotted Lanternfly, help us Stomp it Out!

Become a Monmouth County Poll Worker for the November General Election

To qualify, you must be a registered voter in Monmouth County and attend a poll worker training class. You will be paid $300 for working a Primary Election or a General Election. Call the Monmouth County Board of Elections at 732-431-7802 x7150 to register for a training class.

Click HERE to complete the application.

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