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Good morning Manasquan! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What West Nile mosquito spraying means for every Manasquan neighborhood.
  • Why are needles suddenly washing up on Manasquan and nearby beaches?
  • How did Middletown South edge rival Middletown North in stoppage time?

Also on today's calendar: Jersey Shore Boat Sale & Expo and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 73 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Monday: Cloudy, a shower; breezy, temps: high: 70, low: 62.
  • Tuesday: Rain and drizzle possible, with a high of 67 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• County conducts precautionary mosquito control operations in Manasquan (starnewsgroup.com) — Manasquan residents should know that county crews just sprayed adult mosquitoes borough-wide after West Nile virus activity was detected locally, and inspectors are available to check yards for standing water. Officials urge you to use repellent, wear long sleeves, and dump containers holding water as mosquito season peaks from now through September.
   

• More needles and medical waste washing up on the Jersey Shore (news12.com) — Manasquan Beach was among the first places where needles and syringes recently washed ashore, and similar medical waste is now appearing from Sea Bright to Bay Head. Officials say sewer overflows likely pushed debris into waterways, and they're urging beachgoers not to touch suspicious items and to report them while volunteers prepare for an October cleanup sweep.
   

• Jamison Delivers Late as Middletown South Edges Middletown North (shoresportsinsider.com) — High school soccer fans will note Middletown South's dramatic 2-1 win over Middletown North, capping a big week that included another 2-1 victory over No. 8 Manasquan. Strong goalkeeping, late-game composure, and contributions from new starters are helping reshape the Eagles' season after early losses to Freehold Township and Rumson-Fair Haven.
   

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  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Manasquan. Apply here.
  • Wawa posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate in Manasquan. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Manasquan here.

🗞 Nearby News

Belmar

  • Belmar Library Welcomes Author Diane Crecca for 'Down the Shore' Mystery Event (tapinto.net)
  • Belmar Elementary School Hiring Full-Time Paraprofessional (tapinto.net)
  • Southern Girls Tennis Edged by St. Rose, 3-2, in Tight Shore Conference Battle (tapinto.net)

Toms River

  • 1 Killed As SUV Crashes Into Outdoor Diners At Lavallette Restaurant, Police Say (patch.com)
  • Fugitive ID'd In Fatal Shooting At Wawa In Toms River, Prosecutor Says (patch.com)

Ok Manasquan! 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: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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