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🌱 How Monmouth’s “Manchild” defender plans to transform the Hawks’ defense

Also, don't miss Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Eatontown on the West Long Branch Patch calendar

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  • How Monmouth's "Manchild" defender plans to transform the Hawks' defense

Also on today's calendar: Hero Play Day at Kiddie Academy of Eatontown and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 83 and low of 71 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 89, low: 72. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid with a shower or two, with a high of 84 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Monmouth Defensive End Mounir Keshen Primed For Breakout Season (onnj.com) — In West Long Branch, Monmouth University defensive end Mounir Keshen is emerging as a key piece of the Hawks' rebuilt pass rush after a dominant Blue/White spring scrimmage. Coaches and former mentors praise his work ethic, smooth transition from linebacker, and leadership as he steps into a larger role this season, aiming to help elevate a defense that struggled last year.
   

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