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🌱 Why did Belford’s morning ferry keep going after smashing its windows?

Belford, New Jersey Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hey there, Belford! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why did Belford’s morning ferry keep going after smashing its windows?

Also on today's calendar: The Wag's Halloween Spectacular and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 69 and low of 55 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 56.
  • Friday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 72 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• NJ ferry hits pier, shatters windows during morning commute (nj1015.com) — Belford ferry riders faced a scare Tuesday morning when the Molly Pitcher struck the pier while leaving the Belford terminal, shattering several windows but causing no reported injuries. Passengers questioned why the trip to Manhattan continued, while Middletown and Monmouth County officials criticized NY Waterway for not immediately notifying them and are exploring safety and oversight steps.
   

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  • Chuck E. Cheese posted a job opening for Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member in Middletown. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Middletown

  • Civil War Re-Enactors In Poricy Park Saturday, Halloween Hullabaloo Oct. 24 (patch.com)

Red Bank

  • Red Bank Witches Night Out Returns Oct. 22 (TAPinto.net)

Holmdel

  • Fall Events Planned At Bell Works: See Details (patch.com)
  • Oktoberfest To Raise Funds For New Unit At Bayshore Medical Center (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Belford

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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Belford

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