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Also on today's calendar: Thomas Mathis Burlesque Dinner Show and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Synagogue Fire 'Not Suspicious' Until Video Showed Arson In Lakewood: Affidavit (patch.com) — Lakewood residents are learning more about an August fire at Mordy's Shteibel on Delaware Trail, which was first deemed not suspicious until synagogue surveillance video allegedly showed a man setting podium cloths ablaze. Detectives later arrested a Lakewood resident after recognizing him from the footage and locating him at another local synagogue, with court records outlining his prior local driving and assault cases.
2. PHOTOS: Lakewood Fire Department Captain Rob Leon Retires After More Than 34 Years of Service (thelakewoodscoop.com) — A longtime Lakewood Township fire captain has retired after more than 34 years of service, honored at the latest Board of Fire Commissioners meeting. Residents also gained added protection as three newly graduated career firefighters were officially sworn in, expanding the township's professional fire ranks to meet the community's growing needs.
3. Lakewood Mayor Ray Coles Responds to Your 'Ask The Mayor' Questions: Group at the Lake (thelakewoodscoop.com) — Lakewood residents concerned about vagrants and safety at the Lake's walking path got a direct response from Mayor Ray Coles, who says he's asked police to investigate. The complaint describes disruptive behavior, unsanitary conditions, and broken path lighting, highlighting quality-of-life and safety issues for families using this popular Lakewood spot.
4. Strand Theater presents RAEL - The Music of Genesis and Peter Gabriel on Saturday (newjerseystage.com) — Lakewood music fans can catch RAEL, a tribute to Genesis and Peter Gabriel, live at the Strand Theater on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 8 p.m. The New York–New Jersey band will recreate classic early Genesis albums, with tickets available online and the show hosted at 400 Clifton Avenue in Lakewood.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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