Manchester Cancels Property Tax Rebate Forum

The township planned to hold an information session on how to apply for property tax rebates through the state program.

Manchester Setting Up Paid EMS Service As Volunteers Dwindle

Citing sporadic coverage and concerns about response time, township officials removed Manchester First Aid as an EMS provider.

Manchester Township Council Sets Special Meeting

The township council has added a closed session to the council meeting set for Jan. 27. See the rest of the township council meeting dates.

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst Tightens Security Amid Threats

As Iran threatens retaliation for the U.S. killing of Gen. Qassem Soleimani, the base says visitors will have to pass a criminal check.

Manchester Council Reorganization Set For Thursday

The reorganization is scheduled to include the swearing in of Robert Hudak to complete the council term of Charles Frattini Sr.

Manchester Receives $319K State Grant For Schoolhouse Road Work

The grant is from the state Department of Transportation, part of $161 million being distributed to towns across the state.

Manchester School Board: Bermudez Ousted

Unofficial results have Daniel R. Staples winning one seat, and Robert Hudak winning a one-year unexpired term on the Township Council.

Manchester Election Guide 2019: When, Where, Who's On The Ballot

Find out polling locations, hours, and who is on the ballot in Manchester for 2019.

Manchester School Board Election: 2 Seats, 4 Candidates

Learn a little about the four candidates seeking two seats on the Manchester Township Board of Education.

Cancer-Linked Contaminants Found In Manchester Tap Water: Report

A new study found drinking water is often less safe than what the federal government may deem legal.

County Breaks Ground In Manchester On New Ocean Ride Facility

The facility for the Transportation Department, which operates Ocean Ride, is the second part of construction at the site.

Manchester Hydrant Flushing Coming In October

The annual flushing will be done at various times of the day and night, officials said.

4 Candidates File For Manchester School Board Seats

Two seats on the Manchester Township Board of Education are up for election this November.

Lakehurst Man Gets 10-Year Jail Sentence In Robberies

He was convicted of robbing a female acquaintance after asking for a ride and of robbing another person after offering a phone for sale.

Lakehurst Council Primary Results 2019

Voters are going to the polls to formally select the candidates for two seats on the Borough Council for November's election.

Manchester Ending Energy Aggregation Program For Now

The two-year contract is running out, and so far town officials have not found a provider who's rates are low enough to continue.

Route 70 Project Starts With Lane Closure Thursday Night

The $12.2 million project to widen the eastbound shoulder and upgrade guide rails is expected to take three months, the NJDOT said.

Manchester, Lakehurst Get Grants For Road Work From NJ

The grant is from the state Department of Transportation and uses Transportation Trust Fund money.

See Manchester's Average Property Tax Bill And Tax Hike

See how expensive it's gotten to live in Manchester.

Manchester Township Offices Closing Early On Feb. 20

The township's municipal court is closing early as well, officials said, as roads get slick.

Manchester Mayor Staying Out Of 10th District Assembly Race

Kenneth T. Palmer, who just began his second term as mayor, said he will continue to serve the town in that role.

Webster Out, Nolan, Jenner Win Manchester BOE Seats

Donald Webster Jr., the board president and its longest-serving board member, was in the fifth spot of six on the ballot.

CAFRA Permit Denied For 3,862-Unit Heritage Minerals Proposal

The DEP says Hovsons' current proposal, reduced from its 4,000-unit plan, fails to meet several requirements, including traffic impact.

Military Charged Lease Fees At Joint Base To Receive Refunds

The company that manages military housing at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst illegally charged lease termination fees, officials said.

Manchester Utilities Announces Hydrant Flushing

The fire hydrant flushing will take place at various times, the utilities authority said.

Defense Funding Adds Refueling Tankers To Joint Base In Lakehurst

The National Defense Authorization Act signed Monday by President Donald Trump blocks another round of base closings as well.

6 Seeking 2 Manchester School Board Seats

Incumbents Donald Webster Jr. and Christopher Nolan are facing four challengers for their seats.

Manchester Takes 2 Wells Out Of Service Due To Radium

Elevated levels were found as a result of regular testing that monitors a rolling average level, the mayor said,

Welle, Chris Smith's Challenger, To Open Manchester Office

Josh Welle, the Democrat challenging incumbent Chris Smith in the 4th District congressional race, will open the office this weekend.

Manchester Schools Join Coalition Fighting School Aid Cuts

Representatives from 36 districts around the state gathered in Brick as the Sweeney bill to cut their aid advanced on Tuesday.

Recycle Coach App Puts Manchester Pick-up Info At Your Fingertips

The app purchased by the state has information on collection dates and what can and can't be recycled for Manchester.

What's Open, Closed On Memorial Day In Manchester

Government offices and your trash and recycling pickups will be disrupted; check out information on the Memorial Day parade, too.

Manchester Sets Meetings On Property Reassessment Process

The reassessment, ordered by Ocean County, started last week. If you have questions, there are meetings next week where you can ask them.

Manchester Fire Hydrant Flushing Continues In May

Inclement weather in April prevented the township's utilities authority from flushing all of the hydrants.

Manchester Site Chosen For New Park In Ocean County

Freeholder John C. Bartlett Jr. announced the plans at the Manchester Township Council meeting Monday night.

DEP Wants More Tests, Info On 4,000-Home Heritage Minerals Plan

The state's letter to developer Hovsons says several issues, including air testing for car emissions, must be addressed more thoroughly.

From The Mayor's Desk: 2018 Brings Road Work, Business Efforts

Manchester Mayor Ken Palmer says improving roads, finding ways to make it more attractive for businesses to come to the township.

4,000-Home Plan For Manchester Site Set For Hearing Thursday

The newest proposal for the Heritage Minerals tract is up for a CAFRA hearing on Thursday at Manchester Township High School.

Congressman Smith Not In Amtrak Train Crash: Spokesman

Breaking: Smith was home sick and not aboard the train that crashed in Virginia en route to the GOP retreat, his press secretary said.

Want To Prepay Your 2018 Manchester Property Taxes? Here's Info

The tax reform bill signed into law limits the property tax deduction to $10,000; many are hoping to maximize their 2017 deduction.