Community Rallies for New All-Accessible Playground at McMahon Park
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On Tuesday, May 7th, the community came out in droves on a gorgeous day to attend the grand opening of the new all-accessible playground at McMahon Park in North Middletown (380 Atlantic Avenue). Middletown Recreation Director Janet Dellett brought the crowd’s attention to the podium and passed the microphone to Mayor Tony Perry who welcomed hundreds of families to the new playground. Tons of kids were excitedly waiting for the ribbon to be cut so they could try out the new equipment. Mayor Perry thanked everyone involved in bringing this project to fruition, especially the local families who advocated for a playground that was designed to allow children of all needs and abilities to be able to access the cool equipment and play with their friends. |
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 (Photo courtesy of Simon K Media) |
Keynote speaker Eric LeGrand, a former defensive tackle for the Rutgers Scarlet Knights, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and author of Believe: My Faith and the Tackle That Changed My Life, offered inspirational remarks as he explained how he turned tragedy into triumph. In 2010, Eric sustained a severe spinal cord injury that left him paralyzed while making a tackle but has been making a consistent recovery over the last decade. During his speech, he reminded everyone about the importance of knowing you did your best to become the best person you are capable of becoming. Eric’s mother was also with him, and he kindly wished all the moms a happy Mother’s Day. After Eric’s moving words, members of Middletown’s governing body, Township officials from Administration, Recreation, Public Works, and Police departments, Whirl Construction, Gametime, and the families who advocated for the playground, cut the ribbon before officially showcasing this wonderful play area.
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 (Photo courtesy of Simon K Media) |
While the kids were having an AWESOME time playing, everyone could grab dinner from the No Limits Café food truck, dessert from the Best Day Ever Ice Cream Truck, as well as check out the MonmouthNJ250 truck that promoted initiatives for our nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. RallyCap Sports also hosted a non-competitive kickball game and there was an MLB-Sanctioned Pitch, Hit & Run Contest! Thank you to everyone whose passionate determination helped bring this playground to life – especially Drew Zimmerman, Stacey Owen-Donnelly and her daughter Teddi, and Nicole, Camilo, and Mateo Pardo! Click HERE to view photos from the event.
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Middletown Township Authorizes Restoration of Murray Farmhouse and Bond Ordinance to Facilitate Acquisition of Rural Tretter Property
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At the Monday, May 6th Township Committee Workshop Meeting, the Middletown Township Committee unanimously passed a resolution to authorize the contract for the partial exterior restoration of the Murray Farmhouse at Poricy Park and a $1 million bond ordinance to facilitate the acquisition of the rural Tretter property. Click HERE to read our press release for more information. |
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Township Committee Proclaims May as Jewish American Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness Month
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 Pictured from left: Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey Community Relations & Israel Engagement Director Dan Rozett, Mayor Tony Perry, and Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey Executive Director Susan Antman |
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At Monday's Township Committee Meeting, Mayor Tony Perry celebrated Jewish American Heritage Month by presenting a proclamation to Susan Antman and Dan Rozett of the nonprofit Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey. May 6th was also recognized as Holocaust Remembrance Day in the United States to pay tribute to all those lives lost. Although decades have passed since the Holocaust, Jewish Americans and people of Jewish descent continue to face anti-Semitism. Middletown Township strives to be a place where people of all backgrounds can feel safe. We proudly embrace all our residents who make up our town and bring their own religious and cultural traditions that enrich our community. Mayor Perry also kicked off Mental Health Awareness Month by presenting a proclamation to Middletown High School South student Piper Wyman. Piper is the founder of the "Be the Difference" suicide prevention community walk (with help from her peers at both Middletown High School North and South). The walk will be returning for its second year on Sunday, May 19th at 10 AM. Click HERE for more information about "Be the Difference" and to sign up. 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, May 19th. |
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 Piper was proud to promote the "Be the Difference" walk in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. |
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Catch Up on Township Happenings with Latest "Minute with the Mayor"
In the Monday, May 6th episode of "Minute with the Mayor", Mayor Tony Perry discusses the Township's reduction in NJ Transit parking lot fees, highlights youth achievements, and talks about the Van Zandt Way ceremonial street sign dedication. Click HERE to watch the episode.
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North Middletown-Port Monmouth Community Comes Together for First NRTC Program Meeting
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 Township Administrator Tony Mercantante addresses the audience. |
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On Thursday evening, the Affordable Housing Alliance, along with project partners Middletown Township, Bayshore Family Success Center, Ideal Beach Community Association, and Habitat for Humanity held the first of many community meetings for the North Middletown-Port Monmouth Neighborhood Plan at Ocean Avenue Elementary School. Presenters provided an overview of the Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit (NRTC) Program and began the neighborhood planning process to develop a work plan that sets forth strategies to improve the community. With a work plan in place, opportunities for funding and investment to achieve the community vision will become available. Thank you to everyone who participated in this meeting. We encourage residents who live in the planning area to complete this Google survey. Visit www.housingall.org/middletownnrtc for more information about the plan. The next community gathering will be at the North Middletown-Port Monmouth Family Fun Day on Thursday, June 6th from 4-7 PM at the Tonya Keller Community Center (50 Bray Avenue). We hope to see you there! |
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Lincroft Village Jewelers Celebrates Grand Reopening
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 Pictured from left: Owners Radhabahen and Vimal Vaghani and their son Rivam, Mayor Tony Perry, Deputy Mayor Rick Hibell, Manager Christopher Knudsen, and Jeweler Joseph Guinta (Photo courtesy of Lincroft Village Jewelers) |
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On Saturday, Mayor Tony Perry and Deputy Mayor Rick Hibell attended the ribbon cutting of Lincroft Village Jewelers' grand reopening (657 Newman Springs Road) under new ownership. This was an important milestone for the business as well as our community since they help commemorate many special moments in our residents' lives. Visit www.lincroftvillagejewelers.com to check out their products and services. |
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Attention Small-Business Owners: Save the Date for Our Small-Business Roundtable on Tuesday, 5/14 at 8:30 AM
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Attention Middletown Veterans: Attend Open House on Saturday, 5/11 from 1-4 PM
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Formally founded on May 15, 1928, the Middletown Township Police Department is celebrating its 96th 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. |
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NWS Earle to Conduct Training on Normandy Road on Thursday, 5/16 from 8 AM to 2 PM
Naval Weapons Station (NWS) Earle will conduct joint emergency response training along Normandy Road between the intersections of West Front Street and Nut Swamp Road on Thursday, May 16th between 8 AM and 2 PM.
As a result of this training, the intersections of West Front Street and Nut Swamp Road will be closed to all traffic crossing Normandy Road. Local residents are advised to plan alternate routes through this area during this time. The exercise is designed to enhance the training and readiness of Naval Emergency Services Personnel and its surrounding local and county partners. The training is not in response to any specific threat but is regularly scheduled.
The exercises will involve marked U.S. Navy trains and Emergency Response vehicles along with Monmouth County, Middletown, and Neptune township vehicles and personnel.
As a reminder, access to Normandy Road is restricted to Department of Defense personnel and is patrolled by armed Navy Security Forces. Trespassers will be prosecuted.
For more information, please contact the NWS Earle Public Affairs Office at 732-866-2171.
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Save the Date for Flood Insurance Presentation & Open House on Monday, 5/20 at 6:30 PM
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Check Out DPW's Spring 2024 Brush Collection Schedule
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Check Out DPW's Schedule for Upcoming Road Pavement Restoration
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Save the Date for Our Annual Memorial Day Parade: Monday, 5/27 at 10 AM
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Middletown Township and American Legion Post 338 encourage residents to come together for the annual Memorial Day Parade to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice and served our country. The parade begins at 10 AM at Bayshore Middle School (834 Leonardville Road) and continues to Appleton Avenue to Center Avenue to Brevent Avenue. The route then turns right on to Highland Avenue, left on Leonard Avenue, and right on Viola Avenue. Continue on Viola Avenue to Appleton Avenue. Make a left on to Appleton Avenue and cross Route 36. Proceed to American Legion Post 338 (860 NJ-36) where the parade ends. |
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Participate in 2024 Master Plan Ideas Wall By Friday, 5/31
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We encourage you to visit www.middletownnj.org/mpideas to participate in our virtual "Ideas Wall" to help shape the future of our town. The wall will be live until Friday, May 31st so please share your thoughts. |
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Apply for the MTPL's 2024 Conover-Wihtol Scholarship
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The MTPL is now accepting applications for the 2024 Conover-Wihtol Scholarship, open to all NJ residents studying library science. The deadline to apply is Monday, July 1st. Click HERE for more information and to download the application. |
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Shop or Sell in Our Annual Town-Wide Garage Sale on Saturday, 5/18 and Sunday, 5/19
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Spring clean or shop ‘til you drop at our annual town-wide garage sale! This fun event is free for shoppers and $8 for households to register. Click HERE for more information and to get your house on the map. |
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Register for MTPL and MCPS' "Periwinkles" Beach Hunt Happening on Tuesday, 5/14 at 10 AM
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As the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) renovations continue, the MTPL invites patrons to come to the Monmouth County Park System's (MCPS) Bayshore Waterfront Park (719 Port Monmouth Road). Here, you'll search the beach for shells and explore the water for fish, crabs, and other fascinating creatures of Sandy Hook Bay. Activities include a nature walk along a bay beach, shell collecting, a seine net demonstration, and a craft project. Space is limited and registration is required for each child within the PRE-K through K age range. Please ONLY REGISTER THE CHILD(REN) as adults are expected to accompany their child. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Buy Tickets to Watch American Menu at the MAC
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Dunbar Repertory Company will be presenting American Menu at the Middletown Arts Center (MAC) over two weekends: May 17th-19th and May 24th-26th! The Friday shows are at 8 PM, the Saturday shows are at 3 PM and 8 PM, and the Sunday shows are at 4 PM. The play is set in rural East Texas in the kitchen of a segregated diner. The time is May 1968, a month after the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and a month before the assassination of Robert F. Kennedy. Five African American women toil in this sweatbox where they must battle prejudice, poverty, ignorance, and each other as they search for inspiration. These women are the daughters and granddaughters of slaves; each seeking hope and major change amidst the turbulent times. Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets. |
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Sign Up for MTPL's Kirtan Program Happening on Friday, 5/17 at 3 PM
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Come to the MTPL (55 New Monmouth Road) on Friday, May 17th to foster a sense of calm and positivity via Kirtan! Kirtan is a form of singing meditation set to music with the goal of connecting people to their hearts and divine wisdom. Stop by the Community Room to experience a calming to the mind, heart opening, and setting in the body to enjoy the present moment. Registration is recommended. Click HERE to register. |
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Register for Suicide Prevention Community Walk Happening Sunday, 5/19 at 10 AM
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Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Register for Relay for Life of Middletown Happening on Saturday, 6/1 from 5-9 PM
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Mayor Tony Perry encourages our community to join him in attending Relay for Life next month to support the American Cancer Society! Visit www.relayforlife.org/middletownnj to sign up. |
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Register for the Daddy-Daughter Beach Fiesta Happening on Thursday, 6/6 at 5:30 PM
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Calling all dads! Make memories with your daughter at Middletown Recreation's Daddy-Daughter Beach Fiesta in June. Enjoy a fiesta-inspired dinner, dance to a DJ, and meet Encanto characters! Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Recycle Your Fridge/Freezer with JCP&L and Receive $50
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The Middletown Township Department of Public Works & Engineering (DPW) encourages residents to recycle their working fridge or freezer to receive $50 from JCP&L! You can also recycle your air conditioners or dehumidifiers along with your fridge or freezer and earn an additional $25. JCP&L will collect the item and recycle it for you. You can either schedule a pickup online or by calling 888-314-8141.
Click HERE for more information and to schedule a pickup online. |
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How to Report a Neighborhood Safety Concern The Safety Council of Middletown would like to hear from residents about any safety concerns that may be occurring in their neighborhood. The Safety Council is an advisory board that reviews safety concerns in the township and provides guidance to the Township Committee and the Police Department. Some safety issues the board can help address include: - Speeding
- Parking on busy roads that impact traffic flow
- Roads that flood from little rainfall
- Traffic not adhering to crosswalk or stop signs
- Trees and branches that are limiting passage on sidewalks
- Sidewalks that are uprooted or damaged that could cause someone to fall
- Unusual amount of traffic or people congregating at a specific house in your neighborhood that could indicate possible illegal activity
- Garbage piling up on side roads or on a lot in your neighborhood
If you would like a safety issue addressed, please inform the Council so they can help you achieve a successful outcome. You can report your safety concern by contacting the Middletown Crossing Guard Office at 732-615-2100 ext. 2044 or by emailing bpfleger@middletownnj.org.
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Monmouth County Introduces Wellness Transportation Program for Residents
The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to announce that, in collaboration with EZ Ride, it has created a free wellness transportation program for Monmouth County residents. “This program will provide residents over the age of 18 with up to two round trips per week to their medical, wellness and nutrition appointments, regardless of the applicant’s income,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “We are thrilled to be able to introduce this service to help our residents travel to these important appointments at no expense.” Click HERE to read the County's full press release for more information.
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Register for Middletown's Emergency Alerts & Updates
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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 www.middletownnj.org/oem.
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Make an Appointment for Middletown Health Department & Monmouth County's Free Vaccine Clinics
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The next clinic is on Tuesday, May 21st. Clinics are available by appointment only, so please call 732-431-7456 if you would like to make one. Patients under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Patients are NOT required to have insurance or bring their immunization records. |
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Click HERE to access hi-res photos from thise-newsletter. |
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