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🌱 Patch AM: Haunted Firehouse Promises 'A Labyrinth Of Spooky Surprises' In Manalapan

And on the Manalapan Patch calendar - Protinick Farms Fall Activities

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Hello Manalapan! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Manalapan firehouse becomes a spooky maze for one October night
  • How Manalapan boys soccer stunned CBA with a wild overtime comeback

Also on today's calendar: Protinick Farms Fall Activities and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with sun and clouds, with a high of 85 and low of 69 degrees.
  • Friday: Times of clouds and sun, temps: high: 84, low: 61.
  • Saturday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, with a high of 74 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Haunted Firehouse Promises 'A Labyrinth Of Spooky Surprises' In Manalapan (patch.com) — Manalapan families can look forward to the Haunted Firehouse returning this October, turning Manalapan Township Fire Company #1 on Sweetmans Lane into a maze of spooky fun. Running the evening of Oct. 24, the event invites all ages to wear costumes, enjoy scares tailored to different comfort levels, and celebrate community spirit at a central Manalapan location.
   

• Manalapan Boys Soccer defeats Christian Brothers Academy 4-3 in OT (northjersey.com) — Manalapan High School boys soccer pulled off a dramatic 4–3 overtime win against powerhouse Christian Brothers Academy, capped by Jake Ramella's game-winning goal. The photos and play-by-play details highlight key moments, including a comeback from a 3–1 deficit and strong performances from several Manalapan players that local fans will be buzzing about.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center Adds TrueBeam Photon Therapy System Enhancing Advanced Cancer Care Capabilities (tapinto.net)
  • Rutgers alumni win Primetime Emmy Awards (news12.com)
  • Meet of the Week: No. 1 Lancers Charge Past Rebels in Top-10 Battle (onnj.com)

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  • Rutgers football's defense facing tough reality in the portal era (app.com)

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Ok Manalapan! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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