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Manchester Police Hosting Blood Drive
Manchester police and other township employees will be making blood donations, and residents are invited to participate.
MANCHESTER, NJ — The Manchester Township Police Department is hosting a blood drive on July 15.
The drive, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, will be from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the municipal complex, 1 Colonial Dr.
"In years past, blood drives were a regular event hosted by our department and we're pleased to have them back on a consistent basis as another way of giving back to the community!" the police department said in announcing the drive. "This blood drive is open to all members of the public, and we encourage everyone to participate and spread the word!"
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Anyone who wants to donate can register to do so through the Red Cross online scheduling tool at this link.
"Our police officers and township employees who are donating would love to see our residents come by!"
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The Red Cross offers the following information about the safety of blood donation in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic:
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