Middletown Remembers Revolutionary War Patriot Joseph Murray
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 Mayor Tony Perry and Deputy Mayor Rick Hibell join elected officials and members of the Poricy Park Conservancy for a group photo in front of the monument, which is where Joseph Murray is believed to have died. |
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 Edward P. Manning reads his original poem alongside Poricy Park Conservancy Board President Elaine Hinckley, Mayor Tony Perry, Deputy Mayor Rick Hibell, Monmouth County Surrogate Maureen Raisch, Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn, and Assemblyman Gerry Scharfenberger |
On Sunday, the Middletown America 250 Committee, Poricy Park Conservancy, and Middletown Parks & Recreation hosted Joseph Murray Day to honor the 245th anniversary of Joseph Murray's death. Murray was a Patriot who served in the Monmouth County militia as a soldier belonging to Colonel Asher Holmes’ Regiment under the command of Lieutenant Garret Hendrickson in opposition to the British during the Revolutionary War. The event began with the Presenting of the Colors by the Middletown Township Police Department (MTPD) Honor Guard at the Joseph Murray monument, where a wreath was laid. Mayor Tony Perry welcomed all the attendees, many of whom were local historians, and read the Township's Joseph Murray Day proclamation and accepted one from Assemblyman Gerry Scharfenberger and Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn. After, Edward P. Manning recited his poem, A Monmouth County Patriot, that details Murray's life. Following the poem, the MTPD Honor Guard ended the ceremony with a 21-gun salute. Once the ceremony concluded, attendees were able to tour the Murray Farmhouse and ask Middletown Parks & Recreation staff questions. There was also a Middletown America 250 table with giveaways, Revolutionary War information about our town and county, and a QR code for people to get points for attending the event. Community members will be able to earn points for every Middletown America 250 event they attend which will count toward the app's leaderboard.
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Community Comes Together to Support Cancer Survivors and Caregivers at Annual Relay for Life
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 Mayor Tony Perry cheers on cancer survivors as they walk under a beautiful rainbow. |
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On Saturday evening, Mayor Tony Perry had the honor of attending the Annual Relay for Life of Middletown, which was held at Middletown High School South. 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. Mayor Perry was humbled to give a speech during the Opening Ceremony and meet local cancer survivors and caregivers. Right before the Survivor Lap began, a heavy downpour came down and briefly paused the event. Within minutes, the rain came to a halt and all the survivors were able to begin the Survivor Lap underneath a bright and beautiful rainbow — symbolizing hope even in the darkest times. Mayor Perry and his team walked some laps to join survivors, caregivers, and community members at this uplifting event that raises money for cancer research and brings awareness to this important cause. |
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Port Monmouth Fire Company Volunteer Jack O'Herron, Jr. Celebrates 50 Years of Service to MTFD
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 Photo courtesy of Shannon Topoleski |
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On Friday, June 6th, Port Monmouth Fire Company held their Service Awards Dinner where they recognized firefighter Jack O'Herron, Jr. for dedicating 50 years to the company and Middletown Township Fire Department (MTFD). During this time, Jack has taken on many additional roles, including lieutenant and captain. He has also served on the Middletown Township Fire Department Fire Police. Committeeman and Ex Fire Chief Ryan Clarke was proud to present Jack with a Key to the Township on behalf of the Township Committee and personally thank him for his decades of selflessness and bravery protecting our community. |
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Middletown IMA Urgent Care & Primary Care Branches Host Successful Bottled Water Cases and Granola Bar Drive for MTFD and EMS
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The Middletown urgent care and primary care branches of Integrated Medicine Alliance (IMA) recently donated bottled water cases and granola bars to the Middletown Township Fire Department (MTFD) and Middletown Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Department. IMA held the drive to help keep our first responders hydrated and fueled and to thank them for dedicating their time to helping others during emergencies. Thank you to everyone who donated! |
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Township Committee to Host Meeting on Monday, 6/16 at 7 PM
The Middletown Township Committee Regular Meeting will be held on Monday, June 16th 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 watch or listen to by visiting middletownnj.portal.civicclerk.com. Once you visit the link, please scroll to the information for the Monday, June 16th 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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New Episode of Middletown Memo Now Available
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Check out the latest Middletown Memo segment where Communications Director Tara Berson covers recent Township events such as the Middletown Township Police Department's final walk-out for beloved bloodhound K-9 Officer #6 Jax, the Relay for Life community gathering, and remembering Revolutionary War Patriot Joseph Murray. Click HERE to watch the episode on YouTube. |
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AHA and IBCA Host Successful Ideal Beach Cleanup
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On Saturday, the Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA) and Ideal Beach Community Association (IBCA) hosted a cleanup at Ideal Beach (49 Bayside Parkway, North Middletown) as part of NeighborWorks Week. More than 40 volunteers came together to beautify Ideal Beach, collecting over 20 bags of trash and debris. OceanFirst Bank sponsored the event and made it possible, and SCOOPER STARS was there to provide delicious sweets. NeighborWorks America is about communities coming together to create positive change. As a charter member of the NeighborWorks network, AHA was proud to be part of this nationwide movement that works tirelessly to create affordable housing, promote financial stability, and invest in strong neighborhoods. Thank you to everyone who volunteered their time to clean Ideal Beach! Middletown Township, the Bayshore Family Success Center, and Monmouth County Habitat for Humanity are currently partnering with AHA and IBCA to create a community-driven neighborhood plan for the North Middletown-Port Monmouth area. The plan’s strategies and activities build off community meetings, events, and input. With a work plan in place, opportunities for funding and investment to achieve the community's vision will become available through the New Jersey Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit (NRTC) Program. Visit middletownplan.org to review the plan that is being submitted to the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs. |
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Attend MTPL's Community History Fair on Saturday, 6/14 from 2-4 PM
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Visit the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) for its first Community History Fair! Several local historical organizations, including the Middletown America 250 Committee, will be on site to talk about how they are preserving and making Middletown's history accessible. Attendees can also scan a QR code to earn points for every Middletown America 250 event they attend. There will be a leaderboard featured on the app that is coming soon. The MTPL will also be discussing their "What Middletown History is to Me" project for the nation's 250th anniversary in 2026. The fair will take place in the Hub area right outside the new History Room. This free event is open to everyone! |
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Monmouth County Officials Release Free Educational Resource for Monmouth County Students for America’s Upcoming 250th Anniversary
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The MonmouthNJ 250 Committee is proud to release a free educational resource for Monmouth County students in recognition of America’s 250th birthday. Schools are invited to implement this book about Monmouth County’s Revolutionary era history into their curriculum. This free educational resource includes stories about influential people, significant places, and key events that have made an indelible impact on American and New Jersey history. It also includes interactive activities for students to learn from while having fun. For questions or to request printed copies of this resource, please email Ted.Maturo@co.monmouth.nj.us. Click HERE to read the book and click HERE to read the committee's press release. |
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MTPD Provides Safety Tips for Scam Text Messages and Online Threats
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The Middletown Township Police Department (MTPD) has recently been contacted by residents who have received text messages stating that they have outstanding traffic violations. THIS IS A SCAM. Please review the information above for tips on how to stay safe from scam text messages and online threats. Always remember: NEVER CLICK ON A LINK YOU MAY BE UNSURE OF. |
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Register Now for Middletown Parks & Recreation's New Camp at Monmouth Museum
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NEW CAMP ALERT! Join Middletown Parks & Recreation at its new camp at Monmouth Museum (765 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft) as Young Discoverers (PreK Ages 3+) and Adventurers (Grades K-2) explore exhibits and enjoy crafts, stories, games, and outdoor play. Click HERE for more information about pricing and weekly themes. |
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Register Now for MAC's Summer Arts Camps
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Get ready to dive into a summer brimming with creative fun! The Middletown Arts Center's (MAC) summer arts camps begin in less than two weeks. Your favorite instructors are back for a fun-filled summer of theater, visual arts, dance, STEM, and so much more! Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Attend Virtual Public Meeting about Raritan Bay & Sandy Hook Bay Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study on Wednesday, 6/18 at 6 PM
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On Wednesday, June 18th, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) will be holding a virtual public scoping meeting about the Raritan Bay and Sandy Hook Bay Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study. The meeting will discuss the inclusion of Belford and Keyport into the existing study. We encourage community members who live and work in the area to participate and share their knowledge of Belford's flooding and storm risk challenges. Your input can inspire future storm risk management measures. Click HERE for more information about the study. Click HERE to join the virtual public meeting. The meeting ID is 993 106 286 940 and the passcode is wG6wn6Rp. You can also dial in by phone at +1 503-207-9433 with the following phone conference ID: 366 985 301#. |
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NJAW Lead Service Line Replacement Program Door-to-Door Canvassing Continues
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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 3rd. The canvassing and internal inspections are currently taking place in the Port Monmouth 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. |
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Pay Off Library Fines by Donating Nonperishables through MTPL's Food for Fines Program until THIS SUNDAY, 6/15
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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) through Sunday, June 15th. 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). |
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Participate in Middletown Township School District's Strategic Planning Meetings
The Middletown Township Board of Education invites everyone to participate in a Strategic Planning Initiative along with their neighbors, community members, friends, teachers, students, and school district administrators to create a shared vision for the future of the Middletown Township School District. This process will be facilitated by the New Jersey School Boards Association. The goal is to create a shared vision for the district to discuss strengths, challenges, and solutions. Staff members, parents, guardians, students, community leaders, and other interested members of the public are invited to contribute their thoughts and ideas to help plan for the future of Middletown's students. Meetings will take place on the dates listed below at Middletown High School North (63 Tindall Road). The first meeting was held on Thursday, May 29th. Click HERE to watch a presentation from the meeting. - Monday, June 16th from 6:00-7:30 PM
- Thursday, August 28th from 6:00-7:30 PM
Click HERE to RSVP to any of the meetings.
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Kick Off Summer at the MTPL on Friday, 6/20 from 2-4 PM
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Celebrate the first day of summer vacation at the Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL)! The MTPL will offer games, crafts, and other activities to enjoy in the Children's Program Room (55 New Monmouth Road). Registration is required. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Watch JAWS at Ideal Beach with Middletown Parks & Recreation on Friday, 6/20 at 8:45 PM
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Celebrate the 50th anniversary of JAWS with a special screening on Ideal Beach! Join Middletown Parks & Recreation and bring your own chairs, blankets, and snacks for this free event. Click HERE for more information. |
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Attend Rhythm 'N Sound: Musical Revue at the MTPL on Saturday, 6/21 at 2 PM
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Rhythm ‘N Sound are professional entertainers who perform music that includes classic standards, doo-wop, rock 'n' roll, motown, disco, and classic rock. Come to the MTPL's Community Room to enjoy the "Musical Revue” program with live performances of music from the ‘40s to the ‘80s! Registration is recommended. Click HERE for more information and to register. |
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Buy Tickets for Middletown Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws Happening on Friday, 7/18 at 7 PM
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Join Middletown Parks & Recreation for Middletown Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws in July. Sit with our community as we cheer on New Jersey's team, watch fireworks, and enjoy a Star Wars-themed night! A $20 ticket includes a hot dog, soda, ice cream, and boardwalk game ticket. Click HERE for more information and to get your tickets. |
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Join MTFD at Touch-a-Truck on Monday, 7/21 from 6-9 PM
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On Monday, July 21st, stop by the former Mater Dei High School parking lot for the Middletown Township Fire Department's (MTFD) third annual Touch-a-Truck to check out fire trucks, food trucks, games, and fire safety demonstrations! |
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- Beginning Monday, June 16th, Swimming River Road (Bridge S-14) will be under construction. Minimal impact on traffic is expected.
- Whipporwill Valley Road will be closed at Chapel Hill Road between Tuesday, June 17th and Thursday, June 19th from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A detour will be set.
- 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 13th, 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 13th, providing an alternate detour route for the Broadway closure.
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Middletown OEM Provides Tips on How to Prepare for Hurricane Season
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With hurricane season officially here, the Middletown Township Office of Emergency Management (OEM) reminds residents about the importance of being prepared. Now is the time to review your emergency plans, stock up on essentials, and stay informed. Whether securing your home, checking your supplies, or signing up for emergency alerts, a little preparation goes a long way in keeping you and your loved ones safe. Visit noaa.gov/hurricane-prep for helpful tips and resources. |
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Prepare for Hurricane Season by Purchasing or Renewing Flood Insurance
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MTFD and Middletown Fire Prevention Remind Residents About the Importance of Smoke Alarms
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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. Click HERE to watch their Public Service Announcement on YouTube.
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Middletown Township Health Department Shares Information about Ticks and Mosquitoes
'Tis the season for ticks and mosquitoes! The Middletown Township Health Department would like to share some useful resources with our community. Click HERE for more information about ticks and click HERE for more information about mosquitoes.
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Monmouth County Currently Offering Greener Blue Pump-out Boat on Fridays and Saturdays
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The Greener Blue Pump-Out Boat, which is operated by the Monmouth County Department of Health and Human Services, is currently in service on Fridays and Saturdays from 8 AM to 4 PM! This free program, which is available to all recreational boaters and not limited to Monmouth County residents, helps properly dispose sewage from boats. Service is available on a first come, first served basis and does not require any paperwork. The service areas are the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers and the Atlantic Highlands Marina (Sandy Hook Bay). If you have general inquiries, please call the Monmouth County Division of Health at 732-431-7456 (Option 3). On service days, you can contact VHF Channel 9 (Marine radio) or call 732-761-4997. |
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Need Assistance? Utilize the Monmouth ACTS Navigation System
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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. |
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Middletown Township Building & Inspection Department Launches New SDL Online Permit Portal
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Visit sdlportal.com to access the portal and create an account. Need assistance? Click HERE for step-by-step instructions on how to create an account. |
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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. 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. |
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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 middletownnj.org/oem.
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