Middletown's First Female Town Judge, Susan Clark, Takes Her Seat

Hon. Susan Clark takes her seat on the bench Thursday in Middletown town court. She's also the town judge in Tinton Falls and Howell.

The 30-, 60-, 90-Day Plan To Address Odor From Tinton Falls Landfill

Monmouth County just released this step-by-step action plan that breaks down exactly what they plan to do:

Former News 12 Reporter Joins Race For Menendez's U.S. Senate Seat

Zdan will run as a Republican. Gov. Murphy's wife Tammy Murphy is battling South Jersey Congressman Andy Kim, both Democrats, for the seat:

255 Acres Bordering NWS Earle Permanently Protected

225 acres in Howell and Colts Neck was just permanently preserved as open land bordering U.S. Naval Weapons Station Earle:

Public Meeting Wednesday To Give Opinions On Middletown Master Plan

A Master Plan is meant to respond to the needs of the community, and what residents want to see built —​ or not built —​ in Middletown.

Middletown Mayor, Other NJ Republicans Visit Israel This Week

Middletown Mayor Tony Perry is in Israel at the moment, on a fact-finding trip funded by the Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest NJ:

Sandy Hook Reinstates Mask Mandate Inside Buildings

This was based on the CDC's COVID-19 community tool, which as of mid-January shows COVID levels at a "high" in Monmouth County:

Keansburg Councilman Charged With Burglary, Assault

A councilman from Keansburg was arrested Dec. 29 and is currently being held at the Ocean County jail.

New Submarine Will Be Commissioned In Middletown This April

The submarine is the USS New Jersey, and it is the third naval vessel named after our state. Enter the lottery now to attend!

Dead Dolphin Washed Ashore At Sandy Hook

A man walking on the beach at Sandy Hook found the dolphin Monday morning:

Protect Our Drinking Water with Better Planning

Protect Our Drinking Water with Better Planning- Attend the Commissioners Meeting, 12/14, 1 pm, Hall of Records in Freehold.

Monmouth Beach, Long Branch Beach Replenishment Will Begin Dec. 7

At the same time, there is also the ongoing dredging project of the Shrewsbury and Navesink rivers​, which should be done by Jan. 1.

Capone, Tobacco Win Re-Election To Middletown School Board

"One thing is clear, and this victory shows it: Parental rights matter in Middletown," said Tobacco Tuesday night.

Monmouth Republicans: 'Not Surprised' Orsted Killed Offshore Wind Plan

Monmouth County Republicans say "this is an 'I told you so' moment," as plans collapse for New Jersey's first offshore wind farm:

New Details Released On Man Who Tore Down Middletown Campaign Signs

Middletown Democrats still say they will not release the name of the man, but they did file a police report.

Middletown Democrats Say Campaign Sign Was Vandalized

The sign, for Rocky Rios and Paige Gregorio, was located at the corner of Portland Rd. and Kings Highway.

Middletown School Board, Township Committee Election Is Tuesday

Today is your last day to vote for Middletown school board and township committee:

Dead Middletown Whale's Necropsy Results Showed Signs Of An Infection

The necropsy (autopsy on an animal) was finished by Thursday night, and the whale was buried on a beach near Sandy Hook.

Middletown BOE Candidate Says School Board VP Threatened Him

A candidate running for Middletown school board filed a police report against sitting Board vice president Jacqueline Tobacco:

42-Acre Solar Farm Proposed For Middletown's Belford Section

A brand-new solar farm next to the Belford ferry terminal will be brought up for first public discussion Monday night in Middletown:

Middletown Democrats Urge U.S. Senator Bob Menendez To Resign

The Middletown Democratic Party calls on U.S. Senator Robert Menendez to resign in the wake of the allegations against him and his wife.

Middletown Board of Education LWV-organized Candidates’ Forum Oct 9

The LWV of Monmouth County will host a virtual Candidates’ forum for the Middletown Board of Education candidates on Monday, Oct. 9 at 7 pm

LWV Hosts Candidates’ Forum for State Legislative 13 Candidates 10/10

LWV Hosts Candidates’ Forum for State Legislative 13 Candidates on Tuesday, October 10 at 2 pm, Hosted by the RAC-NJ organization

Dead Dolphin Washes Up In Keyport This Week

A dead dolphin washed ashore in Keyport Wednesday morning, making that three dead dolphins found on the Jersey Shore this week.

U.S. Army Corps Excavator Stuck In Sand At Union Beach

According to witnesses on the beach, the excavator fell into the sinkhole last week and has been stuck there for at least six days now:

Middletown's 9/11 Service Will Be At 7 P.M. Monday

Here are the 37 Middletown residents who were killed in 9/11:

Check Out Middletown Township's Fall 2023 Brochure

There are so many offerings from Middletown Twp. for September, October and November. Take a look at the brochure:

Sept. 11 Lights Will Return This Year From Top Of Mount Mitchill

Monmouth County first started beaming the lights in 2020, in response to New York City not having the lights that year due to the pandemic:

Families Invited To Read Names In Monmouth County's 9/11 Service

It will be held at 8 a.m. Monday, Sept. 11, as always at the Mount Mitchill scenic overlook in Atlantic Highlands.

Murphy On Middletown Transgender War: Let's Do Things The American Way

Gov. Murphy appeared on "Face the Nation" Sunday, where he was asked why the state sued four NJ districts for their transgender policies:

Middletown Hosts 3 Meetings To Learn About Rt. 36 Redevelopment Study

Middletown will present its Rt. 36 corridor Redevelopment Investigation Study at three special Planning Board meetings in July and August:

Middletown Twp. Plans To Pay Volunteer Firefighters, EMS More

At their Monday meeting, the Township Committee introduced a plan to increase retirement money for volunteers by as much as 30 percent.

Council Accuses Middletown Of Publicity Stunt In Bail Reform Battle

The Council on Local Mandates called Middletown's bail reform complaint a publicity stunt, and even threatened sanctions:

Gov. Murphy Feared He Would Be Booed At Red Bank Bar, Lead Singer Says

The singer said he "feels terrible" for the July 3 incident, and Gov. Murphy initially refused to come on stage, fearing he would be booed:

Reminder: Middletown Town Hall Grand Opening Wednesday, With Fireworks

There will be a patriotic bike parade, food trucks, games, giveaways, music, a community mural to sign, open house tours and fireworks at 9.

Local Leaders Disappoint LGBTQ+ Youth

MTPS Student-Activists Frankie Stella and Francesca Shaloum Petition for Change

Middletown Town Hall Grand Opening Is July 5

The Middletown community is invited to stop by that evening for a ribbon cutting, food trucks, live music, games and giveaways:

NOAA Lab At Tip Of Sandy Hook Gets $5M From Inflation Reduction Act

Not everyone knows NOAA operates a lab at the tip of Sandy Hook, and it's where the dead whale found in Raritan Bay last week was towed to:

Results Of Middletown Primary, Township Committee Race Looms In Fall

It will be Democrats vs. Republicans for two seats on the Middletown Township Committee this fall:

Primary Election In Middletown: When, Where To Vote

In the fall, Kimberly Kratz and Ryan Clarke, Republican, will be challenged by Democrats Rocky Rios and Paige Gregorio.