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Monmouth County! Time to prepare for the upcoming season on the water!

Our 2025 Class and Exam schedules are now available for in Atlantic Highlands, Keyport and Freehold

Water Company Knocking On Doors In Middletown: What You Need To Know

Starting this month, New Jersey American Water will be knocking on doors. You do not have to let them inside.

After 54 Years, Middletown Vietnam War Vet Receives Bronze Star

The man is Mike Vaccaro. He was 24 years old when he served in the Vietnam War from 1971 to 1972.

Harlem Wizards Will Play At Middletown North March 11

Purchase tickets in advance or at the door. General admission is $22, and tickets for kids K-12 are $18. Children under 3 are free.

March Library Programs For Adults At Middletown Public Library

Here's what's planned in March at the Middletown Public Library:

Boating in NJ - Choose a NASBLA-Approved Boating Course

Learn the importance of being NASBLA Certified

NJ Boat Safety Classes – In-Person and On-Line

Whether in-person or on-line – Take your boat safety course and be ready for boating season! Take your Exam with Boat Safe US!

Middletown Lions Hosts Pancake Breakfast At Applebee's This Sunday

The Middletown Lions Club will host their annual Super Bowl Sunday "Flapjack & Football" fundraising breakfast. Admission is $15.

Time to prepare for the upcoming season on the water!

Our 2025 Class and Exam schedules are now available for Atlantic Highlands and Freehold, Monmouth County

Vote For Photo To Be On Cover Of Monmouth County Travel Guide

The public is asked to pick the photo that will appear on the cover of the 2025 Monmouth County Travel Guide. The deadline is March 1.

February Children's And Teens Programs At Middletown Public Library

Kids can learn maple sugaring at Poricy Park in a free demonstration February 17, and more:

Guided Seal Nature Walks Through Sandy Hook This Feb.

The American Littoral Society hosts guided nature walks through Sandy Hook's beaches and dunes, plus boat tours. What's planned:

Boating in New Jersey – Required Documentation

Get your NJ Boat Safety Certificate with Boat Safe US!

3 Local Residents Named To Sandy Hook Foundation Board Of Trustees

Jeff Friedman of Rumson, Stephanie Hoitt of Rumson and Chuck Rutledge of Atlantic Highlands​ now sit on the Sandy Hook Foundation Board.

February Programs For Adults At Middletown Library

Here are some nice and interesting — and free! — ways to get out of the house this February, at the Middletown library.

Water Main Break Occurs In Lincroft Section Of Middletown

The water main broke around midnight Wednesday in the area of 4 Joseph Drive:

'Zining Workshops For Adults At Middletown Library This Winter

The library will host a series of free 'Zining Workshops for adults from Jan. - April, with the first workshop next week:

Enter The Middletown Chili Cook-Off Fundraiser, Held Feb. 16.

The contest will be held Feb. 16 from 12-2 p.m. inside the Middletown Arts Center. The public can buy tickets and vote.

Take A Guided Seal-Watching Hike, Boat Ride Off Sandy Hook This Winter

Seals have returned to Sandy Hook: The cold-water mammals have been spotted in Raritan Bay and the Atlantic Ocean off New York/New Jersey.

Capt Bob’s Reasons to Join Freedom Boat Club

Captain Bob’s top reasons on why you should consider becoming a member of Freedom Boat Club in December in Ocean and Monmouth counties

Old Middletown Train Station Will Become Town Museum In 2026

This is the very old train station building that sits in the daily commuter parking lot across the street from the Middletown Arts Center.

December/January Outdoor Events At Sandy Hook

Whether you want to help plant dune grass Dec. 14 or take a moody, quiet bird-watching walk, here's what's planned:

Mandatory Cold Weather PFD Wear

On the Water Nov to May?– Wear a Life Jacket!

Fall/Winter Guided Nature Walks On Sandy Hook

Here are the nature hikes American Littoral Society has planned so far this fall and winter on Sandy Hook:

Middletown Knights Of Columbus Blood Drive Sunday At St. Mary's School

The blood drive will go from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. inside the school cafeteria at the Saint Mary School.

Girl Scouts, High School Students Volunteer To Clean NJ Beaches

Thousands of volunteers gathered at 83 locations across the state Saturday to clean up New Jersey's beaches, bays and streams. See the pics:

Fall Boating in NJ!

NJ Boaters! Fall is still a great time to be out on the water!

Monmouth County Non-Profits Benefit From 'No Limits To Love' Event

Monmouth County Habitat For Humanity, Girls On The Run, Vin Gopal Civic Association & Pet Adoption Network Are Beneficiaries of Fundraiser

Sign Up For Statewide NJ Beach, Park, Creek Clean-Ups Held Oct. 19

Organized by Clean Ocean Action, the group selected 82 parks, walkways, creeks and beaches for clean-ups on Oct. 19. You must register:

Port Monmouth Fire Company Wants To Help North Carolina Victims

The Middletown Fire Department is partnering with Whirl Construction to deliver the items to people in North Carolina. How to help:

Middletown Arts Center Hosts Fall Arts & Crafts Festival Oct. 12

On Oct. 12, the Middletown Arts Center will host its first-ever Fall Arts & Crafts Festival.

Dredging Of Shrewsbury, Navesink Rivers Should Be Completed By January

Here's the whole story of the dredging, which started in 2023 after boaters said dangerous sandbars were building up in both rivers:

Middletown Day 2024 Is Next Saturday, Sept. 28

Provided by the Township, here's everything you need to know about who will be there, parking, admission and schedule of the day's events:

Cross of Glory's 23rd Annual Fall Yard Sale, Bake Sale and BBQ!

You won't want to miss this Yard Sale, where you'll find the best bargains, baked goods and burgers on Aberdeen Day! (Rain or Shine)

Third Annual 'No Limits To Love & Hope' Will Be Held Saturday, Oct. 5

The Fundraiser Benefits Four Local Non-Profit Organizations. Tickets & Sponsorships Are Now Available For Individuals & Businesses

Be Smart - File a Float Plan before going out on the water

What is a float plan and do you need one? Learn what you need to do to boat safely in New Jersey

Middletown's National Night Out Is Still ON, Rain Or Shine

While many towns across NJ are cancelling their National Night Out, Middletown Police will hold their's inside the High School North bubble:

Remaining August Events On Sandy Hook With Littoral Society

Bring kids for sunset seining in Horseshoe Cove (two dates this August), or sign them up for a surf fishing clinic. All free:

NJ Boat Safety Certificate & NJ Boat License – What’s the Difference?

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