Nothing Bundt Cakes Celebrates Grand Opening
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 Mayor Tony Perry and members of the Township Committee were thrilled to join the owner and employees of Nothing Bundt Cakes, members of the Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, local business owners, and customers at the ribbon cutting! |
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On Thursday morning, Nothing Bundt Cakes (1379 NJ-35) officially opened its first location in Middletown! Mayor Tony Perry, Committeewoman Kimberly Kratz, Committeeman Ryan Clarke, and Committeeman Kevin Settembrino had a "sweet" time at the ribbon cutting where they presented the owner with a certificate. In addition to delicious desserts, Nothing Bundt Cakes also sells party supplies. Please join us in welcoming the bakery chain to town! Click HERE for more information about the new location. |
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Middletown Village Elementary School Student Wins Monmouth County Snowplow Naming Contest
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 Monmouth County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone and Commissioner Erik Anderson stopped by Middletown Village to present Jackson with a Certificate of Recognition next to the snowplow he named. (Photo courtesy of Monmouth County Government) |
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On Monday morning, Middletown Village Elementary School student Jackson Felegy found out that he won the second annual Monmouth County Snowplow Naming Contest with a surprise visit from Mayor Tony Perry, Monmouth County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone, Monmouth County Commissioner Erik Anderson, and Middletown Board of Education President Frank Capone! He and Jackson Mattioli of Laura Donovan Elementary School in Freehold Township submitted the name "Born to Plow". As a result of their creativity, two snowplows now bear their winning tagline and their respective schools! |
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Connect with the Township to Help Correct Concerns
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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.
In February, the Township will be launching the Connect & Correct app which should make it even easier to report your concerns on-the-go as well as streamline communications regarding any concerns you may have. |
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Register for Middletown's Emergency Alerts & Updates
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Christmas Tree Collection Dates: North Zone TOMORROW (Saturday, 1/18)
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Municipal Offices Closed on Monday, 1/20
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The Middletown Township Public Library will be open. |
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Township Committee to Host Meeting on Tuesday, 1/21 at 7 PM
The Middletown Township Committee Regular Meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 21st at 7:00 PM in the courtroom at Town Hall (1 Kings Highway). The meeting is open to the public. The meeting will also be made available to view and listen to through CivicClerk. Previous Township Committee Meetings were available to view and listen to through Cisco Webex. Going forward, all Township Committee Meetings will be accessible via CivicClerk. The meeting will be made available to watch or listen to by visiting middletownnj.portal.civicclerk.com. Once you visit the link, please scroll to the information for the Tuesday, January 21st meeting. Once the meeting begins, the event will say "LIVE" and a camera icon will appear. You can click on the camera icon to stream the meeting. After the meeting ends, a recording of it will be available. Prior to the Township Committee Meeting, the event link will be published on the Township’s Facebook page. The recording of the meeting will be aired on the Township’s TV channel (Verizon FiOS Channel 26/Comcast Cable Channel 20) and YouTube channel. Click HERE for more information and to access the meeting agenda.
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Save the Date for Free Presentation About NJ's Tax Relief Programs: Wednesday, 2/12 from 2-4 PM
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How to Purchase Your 2025 Parking Permit
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Additional Daily Parking Now Available at Main Train Station Parking Lot
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 Pictured above is what one of the new signs will look like. |
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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 is "12501:Middletown" 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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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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Middletown Recreation's Annual Mother-Son Cornhole Tournament Returns Thursday, 2/6 from 5:30-8:30 PM
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It's an alien invasion! Moms, team up with your sons in Middletown Recreation's annual mother-son cornhole tournament to win awesome prizes! Like last year, participants will also play bingo for additional fun and prizes. Price includes a pizza dinner. Space is limited, so register or get on the waitlist today! Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Sign Up for Middletown Recreation's Maple Sugaring Programs Happening Saturdays, 2/8 and 2/22
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Bring your scout group to Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road) to learn how to collect sap, identify maples and other trees in the winter, and how boiling increases solution concentrations to create syrup! Click HERE for more information and to choose either the Saturday, February 8th or Saturday, February 22nd timeslot. |
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Sign Up for MTPL's Adult Zining Workshop Happening Wednesday, 1/22 at 1 PM
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Learn about zines and how to create your own small, self-published work made up of text and images at the Middletown Township Public Library's (MTPL) workshop for adults! No artistic skills needed; all supplies provided. Registration is encouraged but not required. The workshop will take place in the MTPL's Community Room (55 New Monmouth Road). Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Teens: Make DIY String Art at the MTPL on Wednesday, 1/22 at 7 PM
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Make a cute sign that says "read" using embroidery floss at this teen art program happening in the MTPL's Children's Program Room! Pictured above is an example of what it could look like. Click HERE to sign up. |
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Sign Up Today to Compete in MAC's Art of Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser or Buy Tickets to Support
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Put your culinary creativity on display as the Middletown Arts Center (MAC) presents The Art of Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser! Contestants must prepare in advance a minimum of eight quarts of chili (any style!), but no toppings or garnishes – your chili must stand on its own as you compete for the celebrity judges and the People’s Choice Award! Fifteen amateurs and five restaurants will battle it out as our celebrity judges determine 1st ($100), 2nd ($75), and 3rd ($50) places, as well as best restaurant chili. All entrants will compete for the People’s Choice Award ($100). Cash prizes are courtesy of Brightview Senior Living in Holmdel. To enter, please submit your contact info and the type of chili you are making to tj.middletownartscenter@gmail.com. The entry fee is $25. Checks can be made out to the Middletown Arts Center and sent to 36 Church Street, Middletown, NJ 07748. If you’d like to pay by credit card, please call 732-706-4100. Space is limited! Tickets for the fundraiser are $15, which include a tasting kit to sample all the chilis and a vote in the People’s Choice Award. Click HERE for more information and to purchase tickets. |
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- As of Monday, January 13th, Broadway is 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 were posted. Port Monmouth Road between Main Street (Port Monmouth) and Church Street (Belford) reopened on Monday, January 13th, 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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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, New Jersey 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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