No Trespassing Warning Issued; Development Of Mining Site In Focus; Crashes On Route 539: Manchester Patch Week in Review

A look back at the headlines from the last week.

No Warnings: Trespassers At Heritage Minerals Site Will Be Ticketed, Mayor Says

In the wake of the drowning of DeNasia Davis at the site on June 30, Manchester is stepping up patrols to prevent another tragedy.

From The Mayor’s Desk: Manchester Needs Responsible Heritage Minerals Tract Development

Mayor Kenneth Palmer says what happens at the 7,000-acre tract is critical to the town’s economic future.

Five Charged In Raid Of Manchester Pot Operation; 11 Pit Bulls Seized

The 11 dogs -- three adults and eight puppies -- were removed by animal control; the five people face distribution, possession charges.

Man Killed In Head-On Collision With Garbage Truck On Route 539

Police seek information on a third vehicle that may have been involved in the crash, which closed Route 539.

UPDATE: Route 539 Detour Lifted

The road had a partial closure in place for the third time in four days due to a serious accident.

PHOTO GALLERY: Ocean County Fair Opens To Light Crowds On Stormy Night

The first 90 minutes Wednesday night were disrupted by thunderstorms, but families came out after the rain stopped.

Manchester Graduate Honored For Earning Eagle Scout Rank

The 2014 graduate was lauded at a Manchester Township Board of Education meeting.

Do You Know Him? Manchester Police Seeking ID Help

The man is wanted in connection with the fraudulent use of a debit card, police say.

Six Injured In Head-On Collision On Route 539; Road Closed

All victims taken to Jersey Shore University Medical Center; Route 539 closed in both directions near milemarker 19 in Lacey, police said.