🌱 Patch AM: Police seek witnesses after deadly Route 35 crosswalk crash in Matawan

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In today's newsletter:

• Police seek witnesses after deadly Route 35 crosswalk crash in Matawan

Also on today's calendar: Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why does my coffee taste like dirt? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Tuesday: Sun mixing with clouds; nice, with a high of 78 and low of 58 degrees.
• Wednesday: Sunshine and a few clouds, temps: high: 82, low: 58.
• Thursday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 88 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

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📰 News we're reading

• Man, 38, Carrying Child Killed In Jersey Shore Crosswalk Crash: Prosecutor (dailyvoice.com) — A man carrying a child was struck and killed while using a marked crosswalk on Route 35 at Cliffwood Avenue in Matawan, and the child was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities say the driver stayed at the scene, and county and Aberdeen police are still investigating. Residents with information are urged to contact investigators.    

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Matawan

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Friday June 5

• Unemployed? Obtain a Free Training Grant for Top Certifications →
  2:00 pm
• Johnny Watson Headlines in Sayreville June 5th →
  Costa Verde, 6039 NJ-35, South Amboy
  7:00 pm

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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
• Arcadian Chorale Performance: "We Sing the Sea!" →
  Temple Shaari Emeth - Reform Jewish Synagogue, 400 Craig Rd, Manalapan Township
  8:00 pm

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
• Meg Whalen with Joe McGuth →
  MJ's at Buttonwood Manor, 845 NJ-34, Matawan
  6:00 pm

Wednesday June 17

• Luncheon & Games →
  Woman's Club of Matawan, 199 Jackson St, Matawan
  11:00 am

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🗞 Nearby News

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• NJMVC Mobile Unit Coming to Hazlet June 4, Offering Convenient Access to Motor Vehicle Services. Avoid long lines, register now⬇️ (tapinto.net)
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Middletown

• Kids Can Learn How To Surf Fish This Summer On Sandy Hook (patch.com)
• 'Elvis Spectacular' Tribute Show June 27 At The Middletown Arts Center (patch.com)

Red Bank

• Red Bank To Offer Primary Election Day Shuttle Bus: See Details (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

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