October Around Manchester: Man Admits Senior Village Killing

A man admitted killing a Florida man found dead in a senior village street, a planned open space purchase and other headlines.

Around Manchester: At 100, World War II Veteran Is Going Strong

A man pleads guilty to the killing of a Florida man in Leisure Village West; schools planning to shift to 4-days-a-week classes and more.

'A Very Good, Lucky Life:' Manchester Man Feted On 100th Birthday

Mel Traum, who served in the U.S. Army Signal Corps in World War II, was honored for his service and his milestone birthday.

2020 Manchester Sex Offender Map

Find out where the registered sex offenders are living in Manchester and Lakehurst.

Manchester Couple Thanks Police For Help After Fire

The owners of J&R Kennels lost their home and some of their pets in a fire in July that was caused by a lightning strike.

Around Manchester: Home Health Aide Charged In $16K In Thefts

Read more about that investigation, and get information about the election, a job fair and an open-space purchase by the township.

Biggest Pumpkin In The Patch: Can Manchester Beat U.S. Record?

Make your visit to the pumpkin patches around Manchester a school field trip. What else in nature weighs 2,500-2,600 pounds?

Whiting Reading Room Closed Until Monday, Library System Says

The Ocean County Library system said the location is being closed temporarily.

Around Manchester: Aggravated Manslaughter Charge In Diner Death

Also, check out information on the school board candidates and mail-in voting, remember a man who drowned in Point Pleasant and more.

Manchester's Pine Lake Park Holding Annual Community Yard Sale

More than 70 homes are participating in the annual community-wide event.

Manchester Hosting Movies In The Park

Come to Pine Lake Friday evening for a socially distanced movie out with your family.

Manchester Police Help Man Pull Off An Arresting Proposal: Video

Manchester Police Chief Lisa Parker and Sgt. Chris Cerullo helped a young man surprise his girlfriend with a wedding proposal to remember.

Manchester Girl Scout Earns Gold Award

Rory Dunckley earned Girl Scouts' highest award for her beautification project at Manchester Township High School.

Manchester Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Charge Phones, Cool Off At Manchester Town Hall Amid Outages

About 1,700 homes still lack power following Tropical Storm Isaias; town hall and the Whiting Fire Company offer relief.

School Restart Plan, Health Aide Arrest: July Around Manchester

A drowning at the Heritage Minerals lake, community helps fire victims and more Manchester headlines.

Manchester Police Chief Panelist At Policing Town Hall

The Ocean County Prosecutor's Office is hosting a virtual town hall Wednesday on policing and the community; Chief Lisa Parker will speak.

School Reopening Plans Coming Into Focus: Around Manchester

A special meeting of the school board may reveal additional details of the plans for the fall; read more and other Manchester headlines.

Town Rallies To Help Manchester Kennel Owners After Fire

A donation drive aims to help the owners of J&R Kennels, after the fire caused by a lightning strike destroyed their home Wednesday.

Free Summer Meals For Manchester Students

Students who received free or reduced price lunches at school are eligible for a summer meal program to keep kids fed.

Manchester Recreation Plans Full Summer Of Fun Events

Concerts, cornhole, fireworks, and movies: See what's planned in Manchester this summer and mark your calendar.

Manchester Police Hosting Blood Drive

Manchester police and other township employees will be making blood donations, and residents are invited to participate.

Manchester Plans Luau At Lake, Corn Hole Tournament

The township is carefully planning for socially distanced events to add fun to the summer.

See Manchester Officer's Homecoming After Beating Coronavirus

Manchester Sgt. Antonio Ellis of Toms River spent nearly a month in a coma on a ventilator, but he beat COVID-19. See the videos, photos.

Manchester Residents Can Get Help Paying Rent Amid Coronavirus

If you lost a job or had a substantial reduction in your income due to the pandemic, temporary rental assistance may be available.

Manchester Sets Concert Series

The township is moving forward with some of its recreation activities, but others are canceled amid ongoing coronavirus concerns.

'We Stand United With Our Community': Manchester Police Chief

"We all have to listen to those folks who are hurting," Mayor Ken Palmer said.

Manchester Schools Feeding Families In Need

Manchester school district families in need can pick up free food at twice a week through a recently launched program.

'Kindest Heart' Buys Lunch For Essential Workers: Manchester Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Lakehurst Reopens Lake Horicon After Weekend Closure

The borough closed the park on Saturday after people ignored social distancing measures and closed-off areas.

Teacher Keeps Her Family Virtually Together: Manchester Hero

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's help share these amazing stories!

Manchester Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Manchester 3rd-Graders Thank First Responders With Art

A card- and letter-writing campaign at Ridgeway Elementary School is bringing smiles to those on the front lines.

Grocery Shopper Aides To Keep Ocean Seniors Safe From Coronavirus

For seniors at risk in the outbreak of the coronavirus, the collaboration will help fill their pantries while they stay safe at home.

Ocean County Virtual Library Open

Ocean Count Library Staff miss you at their libraries, but will continue serving you as their virtual doors are always open.

Manchester Woman Sewing Masks To Help In Coronavirus Shortage

Avid quilter Glenda Dunlap is putting her skills to use to help others; Joann Fabric stores are supporting those making masks.

Training At Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Rattling Homes

Training at the joint base is expected to produce "abundant noise," according to base officials.

Manchester Police Officer, EMTs Exposed To Man With Coronavirus

The officer and EMTs are self-quarantining, town officials said; public access to township-owned buildings has been suspended.

Manchester Schools Seek Cereal Donations For People's Pantry

The annual cereal drive by student community service groups aims to collect 1,700 boxes of cereal by Friday.

Manchester Schools Holding Kindergarten Workshop For Parents

If your child will be old enough for kindergarten in September, this Manchester Township program will explain the registration process.