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Coming up on the Matawan Patch calendar: Meg Whalen with Joe McGuth

Saturday May 30th Patch AM

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In today's newsletter:

  • Police seek witnesses after Matawan seventh grader critically hurt on bike
  • How Matawan figured into this year’s dramatic state baseball bracket

Also on today's calendar: Matawan Borough Annual Kids Fishing Derby & BBQ and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: If you have 13 apples in one hand and 10 oranges in the other, what do you have ? 🤔 (Answer below!)


Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Windy and not as warm, with a high of 68 and low of 50 degrees.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 76, low: 59.
  • Monday: Chance of a p.m. shower, with a high of 71 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Matawan Boy Hit By Truck While On Bike Remains In Critical Condition (patch.com) — A Matawan seventh grader from Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School remains in critical but stable condition after being struck by a moving truck at Broad Street and Route 34 on Tuesday. Police are still investigating, the driver stayed at the scene, and the school district has brought in counselors while asking anyone with information to contact Matawan or county detectives.    

• Bena's strong start, quality defense lifts South Plainfield baseball (mycentraljersey.com) — Matawan’s baseball team is noted for falling 2-1 to North Plainfield in the state sectional first round, a loss that still marked the Canucks’ first playoff win since 2011. The story mainly follows South Plainfield’s strong pitching and defense in its own quarterfinal win, but it puts Matawan’s role in the bracket into context for local fans.    


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Other local events
    Thursday June 4
  • JSMS - BELMAR FISHING TRIP
    Old Bridge Township Public Schools 4207 Highway 516, Matawan, NJ 07747
    8:00 am
  • Madison Park PTA - Annual Multi Cultural Night
    Old Bridge Township Public Schools Madison Park School
    6:00 pm
  • Friday June 5
  • McDivitt -- Carnival
    Old Bridge Township Public Schools 4207 Highway 516, Matawan, NJ 07747
    5:00 pm
  • Saturday June 6
  • Matawan Borough Annual Kids Fishing Derby & BBQ
    Lake Lefferts Fishing Spot, Matawan
    10:00 am
  • Lemonade Stand hosted by Rachel & Fallon
    96 Freneau Ave, Matawan
    11:00 am
  • Tuesday June 9
  • BOE AGENDA SESSION
    Old Bridge High School 4209 Route 516, Matawan, NJ 07747
    7:00 pm
  • Thursday June 11
  • Madison Park Talent Show
    Old Bridge Township Public Schools Old Bridge HS Main Campus - 4209 County Rd 516, Matawan, NJ 0774
    5:30 pm
  • Sunday June 14
  • Singles Event NJ: Pickleball, Speed Dating ...
    Pickleball HQ, 111 NJ-35, Cliffwood
    6:00 pm
  • Wednesday June 17
  • Luncheon & Games
    Woman's Club of Matawan, 199 Jackson St, Matawan
    11:00 am
  • Aberdeen Township Planning Board Meeting
    Aberdeen Township Municipal Court, 1 Aberdeen Square, Aberdeen Township
    6:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

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  • Hello neighbors,
    Can someone recommend A cleaning person. We live in Aberdeen, Matawan aria. Wishes would be: someone Who takes the necessary Time to clean… (Nextdoor Lower Matawan)
  • QuickChek Fresh Convenience posted a job opening for Team Member - Part Time in Matawan. Apply here.
  • Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Cake Decorator in Old Bridge. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Matawan here.

🗞 Nearby News

Keyport

  • Delaware Valley blanks Keyport - Central Jersey, Group 1 first round (nj.com)
  • Who Could Be Held Liable for Toxic Exposure Claims from the Keyport Cancer Cluster? (wilentz.com)

Hazlet

  • Who's On The Ballot In Holmdel & Hazlet? 2026 Primary Election Voter Guide (patch.com)

Marlboro

  • Who's On The Ballot In Marlboro & Colts Neck? 2026 Primary Election Voter Guide (patch.com)
  • New Jersey Residents Have Fun Filling In This Blank (wobm.com)
  • Contiliano's 100th hit helps Hunterdon Central win CJG4 opener - Baseball (PHOTOS) (nj.com)

Ok Matawan! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Big hands ! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!


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