Manchester's paid and volunteer firefighters, EMS, police and others were honored for the response during the April wildfire.
The lock boxes allow first responders emergency access to help residents without causing damage to homes.
The police department is urging people to follow parking laws, including not blocking fire hydrants or other residents' driveways.
Dry weather and dry trees and underbrush make the risk of fires started, even accidentally, higher right now, state fire officials said.
Firefighting techniques prevented a potentially "extremely catastrophic" situation in Lakehurst, fire officials said.
In the late 1980s Manchester residents learned their wells were polluted. A quest for help uncovered millions stolen from township coffers.
The township marked National Vietnam War Veterans Day, which pays tribute to the sacrifices of those who served. ...
The mother says she has been labeled an "extremist" and "threat" after complaining a poster exposed her children to the word "polysexual".
Manchester officials will be seeking public comment in May on Comcast's application to renew its municipal agreement. Mark your calendar.
The proposed ordinance to limit future rent increases is up for a second reading.
The Manchester Township Council rescinded the creation of a separate utilities department; officials say plans in motion will limit costs.
Craig Wallis, who did not seek re-election in 2022, was appointed to fill the vacancy created when Samuel Fusaro resigned in January.
Low-income residents and seniors have faced rent increases that threaten their ability to stay in their mobile and manufactured homes.
Carl W. Block, a George Gilmore ally, was appointed in Manchester at the Jan. 23 council meeting, after 12 years as county administrator.
There is a change in the scheduled start time for the next council meeting, an announcement said.
The department had been created to save Manchester money; the town paid nearly $650,000 to firms to oversee its water and sewer operations.
If you need in-person service, you'll have to come during the new hours. Some appointments can be scheduled for outside the new hours.
The council has to fill the seat left vacant by the recent resignation of Samuel Fusaro.
The Township Council is set to take the first step to move oversight of Manchester's water and sewer back to public works.
Samuel Fusaro announced in December he would be stepping down after 27 years on the council. He filed his formal resignation letter.
Samuel Fusaro has resigned from the council; interested residents can send their resumes.
Robert Arace, who won election in the December run-off, promised to maintain the town's rural character and improve economic development.
A new mayor and two new council members are set to be sworn in, but a new clerk will take over and a council vacancy is coming.
If you have thought about getting involved with the town government, now is your chance to apply for various boards and committees for 2023.
Dale Dexter was barely alive when Manchester police found him after an overdose. Nearly 7 years later, his life has changed for the better.
The council is scheduled to meet for the final time in 2022, and changes are ahead following the run-off election.
Unofficial results have Roxanne Conniff and Joseph Hankins ahead in the race for two township council seats.
The run-off election for mayor and two council seats is Tuesday. Here are reminders about where to vote and who will be on the ballot.
The run-off election is set for Tuesday, Dec. 13. Here is where to vote and who will be on the ballot.
New Jersey has rescheduled the run-off elections, meaning Manchester voters have more time to decide between Robert Hudak and Robert Arace.
The holiday changes the schedule for the Whiting Recycling Center. Here is what to know.
Township officials say public works is continuing to pick up the leaves that have been raked to the curb.
Unexploded artillery and mortar shells could kill you; illegal dumping and vandalism suck away training time for cleanup, officials said.
The ballot position drawing for the run-off election is open to the public.
The council meeting will be the first since the election, which is set for a run-off.
Details are being finalized for the run-off election, the Manchester Township clerk's office said.
Mayor Robert Hudak appears to have won re-election to a full term, beating Robert Arace a second time, according to unofficial results.
The general election is Tuesday. Check out our voter guide before you cast your ballot.
Manchester Township officials will honor those who served in the U.S. armed forces.
The general election is Nov. 8. Check out our voter guide before you cast your ballot; early voting begins Saturday.