WOMAN ARRESTED ON DRUG CHARGES
On May 23, 2012 Detectives Laurence Schachtel and Daniel Sullivan arrested Samantha Luberto, age 21, from Forest Avenue in Keansburg, NJ, for Possession of Heroin, Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Heroin with the Intent to Distribute, Possession of Heroin with the Intent to Distribute within 500 feet of a Public Park and Possession of Heroin with the Intent to Distribute within 1000 feet of a School Zone. Luberto was arrested as a result of a motor vehicle stop on Thompson Avenue in Middletown. She was released pending a court date.

MIDDLETOWN POLICE REPORT RECENT ACTIVITY
Cynthia Siegfried, age 56, from Highway 36 in Leonardo, NJ, arrested on May 28, 2012 by Patrolman Charles Higgins for Criminal Trespass and on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Manchester and Ocean Municipal Courts. She was held on $979.00 bail.

Justin Robinson, age 27, from South Marston Street in Philadelphia, PA, arrested on May 28, 2012 by Corporal James Keenan on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Wall Municipal Court. He was released after posting $135.00 bail.

Nicholas Iacono, age 25, from Oak Lane in Eatontown, NJ, arrested on May 28, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Vendetti for Simple Assault. He was released pending a court date.

Patrick O’Hara, age 27, from Clover Drive in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on May 28, 2012 by Corporal Patricia Colangelo on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released after posting bail.

Robert Sistad, age 50, from Tudor Drive in Ocean, NJ, arrested on May 28, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Vendetti on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released on $500.00 bail.

James Guiney, age 33, from Colby Lane in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on May 30, 2012 by Patrolman Richard Belmonte for Shoplifting from the Sears Store. He was released pending a court date.

Jennifer Miller, age 25, from White Street in Eatontown, NJ, arrested on May 30, 2012 by Detective Kevin Gardiner for Receiving Stolen Property. She was released pending a court date.

Jeffrey Steidl, age 27, from Elinor Street in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 1, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Vendetti on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released after posting $500.00 bail.

Jacquelin Devenny, age 56, from West Richard Street in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on May 31, 2012 by Patrolman Lawrence Seymour on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Long Branch Municipal Court. She was held on $350.00 bail.

Robert Noll, age 26, from Chingaroora Avenue in Keyport, NJ, arrested on May 31, 2012 by Patrolman Michael Reuter for Violation of a Court Order and Stalking. He was held on $23,000.00 bail.

Liam Rossell, age 30, from Saint George Avenue in Rahway, NJ, arrested on May 31, 2012 by Patrolman Albert Scott on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Woodbury and Camden Municipal Courts. He was released after posting $588.00 bail.

Dazmeir Mitchell, age 20, from North Arlington Avenue in East Orange, NJ, arrested on May 31, 2012 by Detective Kevin Gardiner and Patrolman John Soltysik and Patrolman Anthony Dellatacoma for Possession of Heroin, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Unlawful Possession of Nucynta, Possession of Heroin with the Intent to Distribute within 500 Feet of a Public Park, and Conspiracy. He was held on $15,000.00 bail set by Judge Richard Thompson.

Dupera Jean-Denis, age 38, from Clermont Terrace in Union, NJ, arrested on May 31, 2012 by Patrolman Richard Belmonte on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released on $500.00 bail.

Shane Kolb, age 30, from Highway 36 in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on May 31, 2012 by Detective Daniel Sullivan on a summons signed by the Hazlet Police Department for Receiving Stolen Property. He was released pending a court date.

Sharon Brogan, age 45, from South Bay Avenue in Highlands, NJ, arrested on May 31, 2012 by Detective Daniel Sullivan for Obtaining Prescription Medication by Fraud and Forgery. She was released pending a court date.

Richard Memoli, age 32, from Campbell Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on June 1, 2012 by Patrolman James Beirne for Hindering Apprehension and on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Elizabeth Municipal Court. He was released after posting $250.00 bail.

Rashon Martin, age 23, from Brainard Avenue in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on June 2, 2012 by Patrolman Robert McNair on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Eatontown and Monmouth Beach Municipal Courts. He was held on $2,500.00 bail.

Alyssa Harbina, age 18, from North Fox Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on June 2, 2012 by Patrolman Richard Fulham for Possession of Alcohol by a Minor. She was released pending a court date.

Justin Taylor, age 18, from Mohawk Avenue in Leonardo, NJ, arrested on June 2, 2012 by Patrolman Richard Fulham for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Alcohol by a Minor. He was released pending a court date.

Adam Stranges, age 20, from Seabreeze Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 2, 2012 by Patrolman Richard Fulham for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Alcohol by a Minor. He was released pending a court date.

Sarah Berger, age 18, from Powell Avenue in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, arrested on June 1, 2012 by Patrolman Raymond Sofield for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and Possession of Alcohol by a Minor. She was released pending a court date.

On June 2, 2012 Patrolman Richard Fulham arrested a 17 year old female juvenile from Atlantic Highlands, NJ, for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. She was released pending a court date.

On June 2, 2012 Corporal Gerald Weimer arrested a 17 year old male juvenile from Leonardo, NJ, for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was released pending a court date.

Todd Brandow, age 33, from Alpern Avenue in Elberon, NJ, arrested on June 3, 2012 by Corporal Bernie Chenoweth on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Highlands Municipal Court. He was released after posting $156.00 bail.

Alfred Demby, age 18, from Manor Drive in Lakewood, NJ, arrested on June 4, 2012 by Patrolman Salvino Capilupi for Obstructing an Investigation. He was held pending bail.

Scott Pillar, age 21, from Wood Street in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on June 3, 2012 by Patrolman John Mele for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana. He was released pending a court date.

Thank you to every person, business and organization that supported this years project prom!

2012 Project Prom Sponsors

The Middletown Township Cultural and Arts Council (MTCAC) in conjunction with the Middletown Recreation Department is proud to present the 2012 Middletown Summer Concert Series. Generously sponsored by the Middletown Township Education Association (MTEA), this year’s series boasted an exciting new lineup of acts to perform four FREE, family-friendly, outdoor concerts throughout the summer season.

The concerts will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. every other Thursday beginning July 12th on the lawns of two new locations: the Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church Street in Middletown, and Croydon Hall, 900 Leonardville Road in Leonardo.

The Middletown Summer Concert Series Schedule:

            • July 12th:  Jennifer Mylod (Middletown Arts Center Lawn)

            • July 26th:  The Del Angels (Middletown Arts Center Lawn)

            • August 9th:  Funktion 11 (Croydon Hall Lawn)

            • August 23rd:  RB Express (Croydon Hall Lawn)

Concert-goers are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets. In the event of inclement weather, concerts will be moved indoors at each location. Call the Recreation Department at 732-615-2260 or the Middletown Arts Center at 732-706-4100 or visit www.middletownnj.org for more information.

 About the Performers

Jennifer Mylod’s unique musical style and flair shine in her renditions of contemporary folk music and traditional Irish tunes, as well as in her own material. Originally trained in classical music on the cello, Jennifer shifted her abilities to the fiddle after being captivated by the passion and life of Irish music. Visit www.JenniferMylod.com to learn more about Jennifer’s music and CDs.

Re-creating the nostalgic sounds of the Girl Groups of the ‘50’s and ‘60’s, The Del Angels take you back to one of the greatest eras in Rock and Roll music.  Their extensive repertoire consists of the top hits from groups such as:  The Chantels, The Shirelles, The Marvelettes, The Crystals, The Ronettes and The Supremes, as well as popular songs from individual recording artists such as Connie Francis, Lesley Gore, Diane Renay, Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield and Aretha Franklin. Visit www.thedelangels.com for more on The Del Angels. 

The 11 piece band, Funktion 11, delights crowds with a combination of orginal music and cover songs from past to present injected with the band’s distinctive arrangements, horn lines and grooves. Influenced by a variety of musical genres and backgrounds, the 11 band members have blended musical tastes to create a unique sound and style. Influences include James Brown, Prince, Tower of Power, Michael Jackson, Kool and the Gang, Steve Wonder, Miles Davis, Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Erykah Badu, Beatles, Jay Z, Marvin Gaye, The Funk Brothers, Jill Scott, Chicago, Maceo Parker, Clark Terry, Run DMC, EWF, Aretha Franklin, Al Greene, D’angelo and the list goes on and on...Visit www.funktion11.com for more information.

New Jersey’s Premier 40’s, 50’s and 60’s singing group, RB Express, exemplifies the tight harmonies and rhythms of early street corner doo-wop. RB Express features the vocal talents of: Ernie Lackey (bass), Mike DelFranco (first tenor), Rick Davis (lead vocals), Pat Moschetto (baritone) and Ray Block (second tenor). The band has performed with such artists as Frankie Lymon’s Teenagers, Little Anthony and The Imperials, The Tokens, Larry Chance and The Earls, The Passions, The Dimensions, Richard Street’s Temptations Review, Felix Cavaliere and The Young Rascals, The Happenings, Lou Christie and The Angels. Visit www.rbexpressdoowop.com for more information on the group.

About the Middletown Township Cultural and Arts Council

The MAC is an award winning, state-of-the-art facility run by the nonprofit Middletown Township Cultural and Arts Council which is dedicated to bringing quality arts programming and events to Middletown and surrounding communities. The MAC offers enrichment programs and entertainment for all ages and abilities. Visit www.middletownarts.org for more information and find them on Facebook.

The Mayor and Township Committee honored the Animal Control Officer, a ballplayer, a firefighter, and a soccer team at the June meeting for outstanding achievements. 

Animal Control Officer Robert Card has been named Employee of the Month for the month of May for his assistance at the scene of an accident. On the morning of May 10^th, Robert was returning from a call when he came across a motor vehicle accident at the comer of Chapel Hill and Kings Hwy East. After pulling over, he began to direct traffic and contacted the Police Department. Robert continued to keep the cars moving, avoiding any other incidents until the Police arrived and took control of the accident scene.

Jack Bayard Sr. was presented with Middletown’s first Key to City in honor of his 50 years of dedicated service as a volunteer firefighter. The Township Committee also proclaimed May 11, 2012 – the day his company celebrated the milestone – as John W. Bayard, Sr. Day.  Jack joined the East Keansburg Fire Company in 1962 and ascended the ranks to become Middletown Fire Department Chief in 1991.  Jack remains an integral part of the fighting community, having donated thousands of hours over the last 50 years to help keep Middletown safe. 

The Township Committee honored George Ramos Curvy for being inducted into the Seton Hall University Athletics Hall of Fame.  The Committee proclaimed June 11, 2012 – the day of the induction ceremony – as George Ramos Curvy Day. George, a Middletown High School graduate, played several seasons for the Atlanta Braves before an unfortunate injury cut his career short.  As founder and coach of the New Jersey Nationals Travel Baseball Team, George continues share his love of baseball with young players in Middletown.

The Township Committee also invited the U11 Girls Soccer Team Fusion Red to the meeting to celebrate the team winning 2012 New Jersey State Cup. Go Team!

U11 Girls Soccer Team Fusion Red

• Jenna Conanan
• Mia Conti
• Jesse Freeman
• Jessica Guccione
• Mackenzie Kernan
• Dina Kousouris
• Emily McCarthy
• Giana McGaughey
• Reilly Minoughan
• Morgan Osborne
• Emily Ruane
• Maggie  Rustico
• Gabriella Triolo
• Jada Trotta
• Megan Urbealis

Head Coach Marlaina Triolo
Asst. Trainer Marc Urbealis
Asst. Coach Andrew Freeman 

Brian Seward, age 49, from Shore Boulevard in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on June 20, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Vendetti for Theft. He was released pending a court date.

Patricia Bulinsky, age 40, from Oregon Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 19, 2012 by Patrolman Albert Scott for Simple Assault. She was released pending a court date.

Lynn Moretti, age 40, from Jersey Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 19, 2012 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein for Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Cocaine with the intent to Distribute, Unlawful Possession of Oxycodone and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. She was held on bail.

Jonathan Harris, age 57, from Monmouth Avenue in Leonardo, NJ, arrested on June 19, 2012 by Patrolman Albert Scott for Simple Assault. He was released pending a court date.

Marsida Karagjozi, age 40, from Beachview Avenue in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on June 19, 2012 by Patrolman Ryan Riffert for Violation of a Court Order and Resisting Arrest.

Nicholas Sipsis, age 21, from Cedar Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 19, 2012 by Corporal Thomas Meckier on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Eatontown Municipal Court. He was released after posting $1,500.00 bail.

Dannise Trifari, age 41, from Memorial Parkway in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, arrested on June 20, 2012 by Patrolman Carl Roth for Driving While Intoxicated. She was released pending a court date.

Brian Seward, age 49, from Shore Boulevard in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on June 20, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Vendetti for Theft. He was released pending a court date.

Laurie Ruane, age 50, from Roebling Court in Leonardo, NJ, arrested on June 21, 2012 by Patrolman Raymond Sofield for Driving While Intoxicated. She was released pending a court date.

James Rogers, age 42, from Wayside Road in Neptune, NJ, arrested on June 21, 2012 by Patrolman Brian McGrogan on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $2,500.00 bail.

Bruce Tyson, age 45, from Apollo Drive in Ocean, NJ, arrested on June 21, 2012 by Detective Daniel Sullivan for Theft. He was released pending a court date.

Francis Hemberger, age 45, from Melrose Place in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 21, 2012 by Detective Laurence Schachtel for Theft. He was released pending a court date.

Thomas MacArthur, age 21, from Eighth Street in Belford, NJ, arrested on June 24, 2012 by Patrolman Stephen Greenwood for Simple Assault. He was released pending a court date.

Deborah Oswin, age 47, from Monmouth Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 24, 2012 by Patrolman Jason Caruso for Possession of Crack Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. She was released pending a court date.

Thomas Moorhead, age 59, from Highway 36 in Belford, NJ, arrested on June 23, 2012 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.

Cameron McBurney, age 19, from Jumping Brook Road in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 23, 2012 by Patrolman Andrew Micalizzi for Shoplifting from the Whole Foods Store. He was released pending a court date.

Crystal Sharkey, age 23, from Statesir Place in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 23, 2012 by Patrolman Stephen Greenwood on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Middletown, Red Bank and Woodbridge Municipal Court. She was held on $741.00 bail.

Joseph Palmer, age 18, from Leonardville Road in Belford, NJ, arrested on June 23, 2012 by Patrolman James Beirne for Underage Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.

Vincent Augello, age 31, from Main Street in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on June 23, 2012 by Patrolman James Beirne for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.

Patrick O’Connell, age 18, from Winding Way in Little Silver, NJ, arrested on June 23, 2012 by Patrolman Lawrence Seymour for Possession of under 5o Grams of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving While Intoxicated and Possession of Fireworks. He was released pending a court date.

Michael Crupi, age 35, from Hudson Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 23, 2012 by Patrolman Andrew Micalizzi on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Shrewsbury Municipal Court. He was released after posting $136.00 bail.

Steven Linane, age 25, from Surrey Drive in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on June 22, 2012 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was released pending a court date.

Nicholas Ballard, age 22, from Birchwood Lane in Middletown, NJ, arrested on June 22, 2012 by Patrolman Antonio Ciccone on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $750.00 bail.

Austin Cammarata, age 18, from Pinebrook Road in Englishtown, NJ, arrested on June 25, 2012 by Patrolman Felipe Benedit on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Manalapan Municipal Court. He was held on $358.00 bail.

Melissa Lasaki, age 18, from Main Street in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on June 25, 2012 by Corporal Bernie Chenoweth for Simple Assault. He was released pending a court date.

Theresa Delorenzo, age 53, from Weakes Avenue in Riverside, NJ, arrested on June 25, 2012 by Police Officer Janine Kennedy for Simple Assault. She was released pending a court date.

Conor Murphy, age 20, from Campbell Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on June 25, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Colfer for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute and Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute within 500 feet of a Public Park. He was held on $15,000.00 bail with a 10% option set by Judge Richard Thompson.

Johnny Raines, age 20, from West Columbus Place in Long Branch, NJ, arrested on June 26, 2012 by Patrolman Brian Dilworth on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $500.00 bail.

Richard Moses, age 40, from Benton Avenue in Leonardo, NJ, arrested on June 26, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Colfer for Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest and on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Atlantic Highlands Municipal Courts. He was held on $2,000.00 bail.

Daniel Golding, age 42, from Campbell Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on June 26, 2012 by Patrolman Donald Coates for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.

William Crespo, age 53, from North 5^th Street in Philadelphia, PA, arrested on June 25, 2012 by Patrolman John Soltysik for Shoplifting from the Bed Bath and Beyond Store, Possession of Burglary Tools and Criminal Mischief. He was held on $15,000.00 bail with no 10% option.

Middletown residents will be freed from sorting recyclables this Independence Day as the township transitions to single stream curbside recycling.

Starting Monday, July 2^nd the practice of collecting glass, plastic and metal containers in one pick-up, then newspapers and cardboard in another pick-up several weeks apart will come to an end. All permitted recyclable materials can be put into the same containers. Recycling will still be collected twice a month, but residents can put all their recyclables out each time, Mayor Anthony Fiore announced.

The switch to single stream recycling is part of new garbage and recycling collection contracts with Republic Service/Marpal Disposal and Future Sanitation. The five-year contracts will save the township nearly $500,000 compared to the previous contracts, the mayor said.

“It’s a real win-win situation. Under the new contract the township will be able to reduce costs and increase services,” the mayor said. “In addition to the convenience and environmental factors, single stream recycling will make the collection process more efficient, cut costs and generate new revenues.”

With single stream recycling, ALL cans, plastic containers, bottles, jars, cardboard, newspapers, office papers & mixed papers (junk mail, magazines, coupon inserts) can be placed into the SAME containers. There is NO change to the collection schedule. All recyclables will be collected twice a month based on the existing schedule by zone, said Public Works and Engineering Director Ted Maloney. He noted the maximum weight per container is 50 pounds.

“I encourage everyone to recycle as much possible.  The more we reduce what we send to the landfill means more savings on disposal fees. It also means greater revenues from the sale of the recyclables collected,” said Mayor Fiore.

Recyclable materials are collected township-wide. Solid waste is collected from approximately 14,000 households located in the Solid Waste Collection District. The garbage collection schedule will remain the same. However, the service provider will accept a limited amount of bulk waste on the second collection day of every week instead of twice a month. Call the Public Works Department at 732-615-2008 or visit www.middletownnj.org/recycling for more information.

Expanded garbage and recycling services is the latest in a series of steps made by the Township Committee to generate new savings and more revenues while delivering core essential governmental services at the most effective and efficient level. Changes include restructuring the Public Works and Recreation Departments, embarking on a solar initiative in partnership with Monmouth County, greater use of document digitization, cost-saving changes made to the employee health insurance programs, purchasing gas and electric as part of collective, a nearly   9% town-wide reduction in full-time staff, and entering into shared-service agreements with other municipalities and the Board of Education.

MIDDLETOWN POLICE ARREST MAN ON DRUG CHARGES
On July 5, 2012 the Middletown Police Detective Bureau and Quality of Life Unit executed an arrest warrant at a residence on Evergreen Terrace in Middletown. Police arrested Christopher Newrock, age 23, from Evergreen Terrace on a Contempt of Court warrant. Police say Newrock was also charged with Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Bath Salts, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Disorderly Conduct and Terroristic Threats as a result of the warrant execution.

Newrock was being held on $81,000.00 bail with no 10% option set by Judge James Berube. He was being held at the Monmouth County Correctional Facility in Freehold, NJ.

MIDDLETOWN POLICE REPORT RECENT ACTIVITY
On July 2, 2012 Patrolman Richard Belmonte arrested a 17 year old female juvenile from Navesink, NJ, for Shoplifting from the Shoprite Store. She was released pending a court date.

Angelique Moure, age 19, from Valley Drive in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, arrested on July 2, 2012 by Patrolman Antonio Ciccone for Shoplifting from the Shoprite Store. She was released pending a court date.

Tyler Yakow, age 19, from Monroe Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on July 3, 2012 by Patrolman Ryan Riffert for Resisting Arrest, Disorderly Conduct and Possession of Alcohol by a Minor. He was released pending a court date.

Robert Mackie, age 20, from Paul Place in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on July 4, 2012 by Patrolman Stephen Greenwood for Obstructing the Administration of Law. He was released pending a court date.

Ronald Shopp, age 25, from Elm Avenue in Belford, NJ, arrested on July 4, 2012 by Patrolman James Beirne for Unlawful Possession of Roxicodone and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was released pending a court date.

Jake McIlraith, age 19, from Hudson Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 4, 2012 by Patrolman Stephen Greenwood for Obstructing the Administration of Law. He was released pending a court date.

Dylan Bulinsky, age 20, from Oregon Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 4, 2012 by Patrolman Anthony Bumbico on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $1,000.00 bail.

Paul O’Neill, age 48, from West Front Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on July 2, 2012 by Detective Laurence Schachtel for Failing to Register as Required by Megan’s Law. He was released pending a court date.

George McNulty, age 42, from Southend Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 2, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Colfer for Disorderly Conduct. He was released pending a court date.

Stephen Parco, age 25, from Moak Drive in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on July 2, 2012 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein on a Violation of Parole warrant. He was being held at the Monmouth County Correctional Facility in Freehold, NJ.

Steven Mara, age 22, from Libby Place in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 4, 2012 by Sergeant Paul Bailey for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.

Giacomo Abrusci, age 32, from Jean Court in Old Bridge, NJ, arrested on July 4, 2012 by Corporal James Keenan for Obstructing an Investigation. He was released pending a court date.

Brian Crosby, age 19, from Hollie Drive East in Belford, NJ, arrested on July 4, 2012 by Patrolman Frank Mazza on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released after posting $1,000.00 bail.

Kimberly Newins, age 54, from Michigan Avenue in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on July 5, 2012 by Corporal James Keenan for Criminal Mischief. He was released pending a court date.

Herman Williams, age 27, from Fourth Avenue in Long Branch, NJ, arrested on July 6, 2012 by Patrolman Adam Colfer on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $1,000.00 bail.

MIDDLETOWN, NJ – Poricy Park Conservancy located in Middletown, NJ, announces community programs for July and August 2012, where there’s something for everyone!

Hot Topics In History!
Join us for some stimulating conversation and relaxing tea! July – “A Snake In The Garden” View with us this new and amazing video showing life in Colonial Courage, New Hampshire! August – Two Colonial Homes! Mt. Vernon and the Murray Farmhouse were both built in the 18th century by two ambitious men. We will compare photos of the two dwellings to see the differences and similarities. Join us! (We will be meeting in our 1770 NJ State Historic Murray Farmhouse parlor!) Special guests from the reenacting group ‘Past Muster’ as well as others will participate! Not necessary to commit to all sessions. - Must pre-register at least one week prior to each session.

Tuesdays – July 24th & August 28^th, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Donations welcomed and appreciated! These support ongoing programs at Poricy Park Conservancy.

Community Fossil Hunt!
Come and wander in the cool shade covering Poricy Brook while looking for fossils!  Our experienced guide will prepare you for your journey back in time 65 million years! We will provide the trowels & sifters and help you identify your treasures! Please dress for the weather and wear rubber boots or old sneakers. Your feet WILL get wet! Note: Sandals and slip-on footwear prohibited. Remember to bring a small bag to hold your five best finds! Registration is needed so we will have enough supplies!!! Appropriate for adults and children (children must be accompanied & supervised by an adult). Meet at the Nature Center

Sunday, July 15th, 3:00pm-4:30pm

Fee: $8 per participant; $32 Family Special (2 adults, 3 children)

Murray Farmhouse Open House!
Join us for our annual open house! Enjoy a personal tour of this unique New Jersey State Historic site with its amazing construction dating back to Colonial times – 1770! Discover the unique replica artifacts that have been replaced by today’s modern conveniences. Appropriate for all ages (children must be supervised by their adult). Meet at the Murray Farmhouse

Sunday, July 29th, 3:00pm-4:00pm

Donations welcomed and appreciated! These support ongoing programs at Poricy Park Conservancy.

Frog Fest!
Frogs are cool!!!! They provide a source of enjoyment and cultural fascination as well as being an integral part of habitats around the world. Join us as we celebrate frogs with amphibian activity stations. Appropriate for frog lovers of all ages! Children must be supervised by their adult. This is a great family activity!! Please register in advance!  Meet at the Murray Pond

Sunday, August 12th, 3pm-4:30pm

Fee: $5 members; $7 non-members; $20 Special Family Rate (2 adults, 3 children)

Community Fossil Hunt!
Conquer the ‘dog days of summer’ while treasure hunting for fossils in Poricy Brook! Our experienced guide will prepare you for your journey back in time 65 million years! We will provide the trowels & sifters and help you identify your treasures! Please dress for the weather and wear rubber boots or old sneakers. Your feet WILL get wet! Note: Sandals and slip-on footwear prohibited. Remember to bring a small bag to hold your five best finds! Registration is needed so we will have enough supplies!!! Appropriate for adults & children of all ages (children must be accompanied & assisted by an adult). Meet at the Nature Center

Sunday, August 19th, 3pm-4:30pm

Fee: $8 per participant; $32 Family Special (2 adults, 3 children)

Murray Barn Open House!
Come see the barn that Joseph Murray built. View our original 18th century timbers and other unusual colonial artifact replicas including the unusual root cellar. Our experienced interpreter will be glad to share the story! Appropriate for all ages (children must be supervised by their adult)! Meet at the Murray Barn!

Sunday, August 26th, 3:00pm-4:00pm

Donations welcomed and appreciated! These support ongoing programs at Poricy Park Conservancy.

The Poricy Park Conservancy strives to provide quality programs at a reasonable cost to visitors.  Your generous contributions assist the Conservancy in sustaining operations. Unless otherwise noted, recommended program donations are $5 for members and $7 for non-members; maximum per family $20 members and $25 non-members.

Pre-Registration is requested for all programs unless noted otherwise, allowing staff to plan supplies and instructor coverage accordingly.  Although walk-in registration the day of program is available with some programs, a program will be cancelled if the pre-registration minimums are not met.

PROGRAMS ARE HELD RAIN OR SHINE SO PLEASE DRESS ACCORDINGLY.

 Poricy Park Conservancy is a non-profit, 501 (c) (3) organization located in Middletown Township. With exceptional ecological resources, the 250 acre historical and nature site makes it one of the largest nature preserves in Monmouth County. The Park offers recreational activities such as magnificent wooded hiking trails, bird watching, pristine pond settings, fishing, and a one-of-a-kind 70 million year-old Cretaceous fossil bed. It is home to the Historic Murray Farmhouse and Barn. The Park is located at 345 Oak Hill Road, off Route 35 South; (for GPS directions enter Red Bank for the town). For more information please visit www.PoricyPark.org, or call 732-842-5966. ###

Middletown homeowners interested in purchasing or renewing flood insurance policies may be eligible for a discount on their policies because Middletown participates in FEMA’s Community Rating System.

“This rating can equate to a 10 percent premium discount for renewals and new flood insurance policies applied for after May 1, 2012,” Mayor Anthony P. Fiore said. “I encourage homeowners to remind their insurance agents about the discount when it comes time to renew their policies.”

All standard rate policies in zones A or V are eligible for the 10% discount. Standard rated flood insurance policies in zones B,C,X,D,AR, and A99 are entitled to a 5% discount. Preferred risk policies, which are applicable in zones B,C, and X are already discounted and are not eligible for further discount. 

“I encourage homeowners to remind their insurance agents about the discount when it comes time to renew their policies,” said Mayor Anthony P. Fiore.

FEMA’s Community Rating System (CRS) provides discounts for flood insurance premiums within and outside the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA,) commonly known as the 100-year floodplain.  The Township has earned Class 8 rating for taking actions that exceed the standards of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). These actions include participation in community outreach and flood warning programs, preserving 36 percent of the SFHA as open space, enhancing building standards and providing map information services, Township Administrator Anthony Mercantante said.

“The fact that we can offer insurance savings to homeowners by taking simple steps to enhance public safety and protect property is welcome news,” the mayor said. “I commend our township staff for their work in getting Middletown to qualify for the program.”

Participation in the Community Rating System is the latest step taken by the Township Committee to generate cost savings and further enhancing core essential government services. Other steps include expanded garbage and recycling services, restructuring the Public Works and Recreation Departments, embarking on a solar initiative in partnership with Monmouth County, greater use of document digitization, cost-saving changes made to the employee health insurance programs, purchasing gas and electric as part of collective, a nearly 9% town-wide reduction in full-time staff, and entering into shared-service agreements with other municipalities and the Board of Education.

For more information about CRS and floodplain management, residents can contact the Middletown Building Department at 732-615-2104 during business hours.

Middletown's Senior Center welcomes Middletown residents 60 and older to become members. A variety of special events, shopping excursions, bus trips and weekly activities are offered monthly. Transportation is available to registered members by reservation. The Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Events are held in the East Wing unless otherwise noted. Call 732-615-2265 for more information.

Thursday, August 2, 1:00 pm
Supermarket Bingo
Bring a boxed food item or canned good to play.

Tuesday, August 7, 1:00 pm
Energy Choices
A presentation on how to choose an energy choice will be made.

Thursday, August 9, 1:00 pm
Senior Summer Olympics
Go for the gold! Members will participate on teams in our own version of the Summer Olympics. All that is required is laughter & a good time. Light refreshments Served.

Monday, August 13, 11:30 am
Pizza & Movie
Have pizza and a drink for $3 at 11:30 am. Free movie begins at noon. Pre-register.

Tuesday, August 14, 1:00 pm
Mexican Train Dominos
Try your hand at this fun game.

Thursday, August 16, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Seniorz Art Demo Class
Enjoy the joy of creation.Through personal guidance and encouragement, seniors can work with professional art materials that are easy to manipulate. 

Thursday, August 16, 1:00 pm
Birthday Party
Bring a baby picture to share for fun in the Guessing Game. Light refreshments served.

Monday, August 20, 9:15 am
Knit & Crochet Group
Please bring your own supplies. Donations of yarn or supplies, plain gift bags, lap blankets and shawls appreciated. Items are given to members who are sick and/or recuperating from an operation.

Tuesday, August 21, 1:00 pm
Taking Care of Me
A talk will be given on managing stress. Hand massages and light refreshments will be provided. Hosted by Brandywine Assisted Living & Vitas Innovative Hospice.

Thursday, August 23, 11:30 am to 2:30 pm
So Long to Summer Picnic
Join us as we bid farewell to the season with a great party! Cost is $5.00 for a boxed lunch, entertainment, and a special dessert. Pre-register beginning July 30.

Thursday, August 30, 1:00 pm
Grandparents Day Celebration
Don’t miss this special day for members and their grandchildren. Event includes games, crafts and refreshments. Pre-register beginning August 7.

Bus Trips
Upcoming trips include Mount Haven Resort in Milford, PA on August 17; Point Pleasant Boardwalk on August 29; Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA on September 12; Platz Brauhaus on October 12; and monthly trips to Atlantic City. Check with the Transportation Coordinator for costs and start dates for ticket sales.

Granny’s Attic
Granny’s Attic, the center’s indoor flea market, will return to Middletown Day on September 29from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tables are $10 per person for Senior Center members only. Rules apply. Register with Patrice.

Nutrition Center Specials
The Nutrition Center is operated by Interfaith Neighbors and located at the Senior Center. Lunch is served Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. Specials this month include Philly cheese steak, a sub sandwich and chef salad. Specials cost $3 and should be ordered 7 days in advance. Daily lunch is $2.50 and can be ordered 24 hours in advance.   

 The Middletown Police arrested four subjects for Aggravated Sexual Assault and Conspiracy after police received a report from a victim alleging being assaulted at a party at a Port Monmouth residence on July 18, 2012. Police charged Thomas Nole, age 26, from Renfrew Place in Port Monmouth, NJ; Ronnie Kimball, age 22, from Main Street in Port Monmouth, NJ; Joseph Uriarte, age 28, from Port Monmouth Road in Port Monmouth, NJ; and Jonathan Hill, age 23, from Park Avenue in Port Monmouth, NJ.

Detective Kimberly Best conducted the investigation which resulted in the four suspects being arrested. All subjects were being held at the Monmouth County Correctional Facility in Freehold, NJ, on $200,000.00 bail with no 10% option set by Judge Ronald Reisner and Judge Thomas Scully of the Monmouth County Superior Court.

The Middletown Township Police Department will be continuing their proactive enforcement grant program, COPS in SHOPS, with 5 scheduled details between July 1^st and August 31^st, 2012.

Through the COPS in SHOPS Program, the Middletown Police Department works in cooperation with local retail liquor establishments. The Police Officers pose as store employees or customers. The purpose is to educate store owners and employees on how to detect a fraudulent identification and to identify and prevent the sales of alcohol to underage persons.  The Police Department will utilize plain clothes officers during this cooperative effort to enforce New Jersey’s underage drinking statutes.

The COPS in SHOPS Program has resulted in the arrest of 20 individuals for alcohol related offenses during last year’s grant funding period June 2011 to May 2012.  The Program is funded by the State of New Jersey, Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Alcohol Beverage Control, through a federal grant from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP) and runs through May 31^st, 2013.

Anyone with questions about the program or the grant itself can contact SFC. William Colangelo Middletown Township Police Department, at 732-615-2041 or wcolange@middletownnj.org

On Wednesday, August 1st, 2012, the Ocean Grove Summer Band will perform from 7:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. outside on the lawn of the Middletown Arts Center (MAC) located on 36 Church Street in Middletown, NJ. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a free performance of orchestral music presented by this multigenerational band from Ocean Grove, NJ that is now in its 60th season!. 

The Ocean Grove Summer Band is directed by Harry Eichhorn, who formed the band in 1953 to offer students a way to keep playing over the summer.  Hundreds of people attend the weekly concerts on the Ocean Grove boardwalk and thousands enjoy their performances in the Ocean Grove Great Auditorium. The band's success over the many years has everything to do with Eichhorn’s dedication and skills as a director, as well as the fact that the concerts include largely familiar compositions in the concert band repertoire.

For more information on the Ocean Grove Summer Band performance at the Middletown Arts Center, visit www.middletownarts.org or call (732)706-4100.

Click the link below to view this article published in a recent edition of New Jersey Municipalities Magazine.

Shared Services Speeds Records Access in Middletown

Poricy Park Conservancy announced that is has added an additional week to its Summer Camp schedule for 2012. The additional camp, Best for Last Blast, will run August 20^th through 24th, 9:00am to 4:00pm daily. The camp is for children kindergarten through 5^th grade.

Campers will explore the Park’s best adventures through stories, outdoor investigations, games, experiments and more! Space is limited, so parents are encouraged to register their children as soon as possible. Daily and weekly options are available, as well as mornings and afternoon extended day care, and siblings discounts.

A typical day of camp at Poricy Park includes themed stories and activities, exploration nature hike, supervised free time including outdoor play and water activities.

Additional information and the camp Registration Form can be downloaded at www.poricypark.org, or call the Nature Center during business hours 732-842-5966 (Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm).

Poricy Park Conservancy is a non-profit, 501 (c) (3) organization located at 345 Oak Hill Road in Middletown Township. With exceptional ecological resources, the 250 acre historical and nature site makes it one of the largest parks in Monmouth County. The Park offers recreational activities such as magnificent wooded hiking trails, bird watching, pristine pond settings, fishing, and a one-of-a-kind 70 million year-old Cretaceous fossil bed. For more information please visit www.PoricyPark.org, or call 732-842-5966. ###

James Koenig, age 55, from Brainard Avenue in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on July 22, 2012 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released after posting $100.00 bail.

Peter Zagajec, age 39, from Branson Drive in Lincroft, NJ, arrested on July 22, 2012 by Patrolman Anthony Gigante on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Middletown, Manchester and Tinton Falls Municipal Court. He was held on $1,499.00 bail.

 Regina Hayden, age 57, from Morgan Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 22, 2012 by Patrolman Ryan Riffert for Simple Assault, Terroristic Threats, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose. She was released pending a court date.

Charles Henshaw, age 46, West Susan Street in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on July 21, 2012 by Corporal Bernie Chenoweth for Disorderly Conduct. He was released pending a court date.

Richard Giordano, age 32, from Hemlock Street in Hazlet, NJ, arrested on July 21, 2012 by Patrolman Michael Reuter for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.

Gregory Shaw, age 47, from South 17^th Street in Newark, NJ, arrested on July 21, 2012 by Patrolman Anthony Gigante on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $1,000.00 bail.

Kyle Clayton, age 20, from Ironwood Court in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 21, 2012 by Corporal Richard Fusella for Simple Assault, Criminal Restraint and Criminal Mischief. He was held on $32,500.00 bail with no 10% option set by Judge Richard Thompson.

Joseph Milleson, age 18, from Westminster Lane in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 20, 2012 by Patrolman Richard Fulham for Receiving Stolen Property and Disorderly Conduct. He was released pending a court date.

Sean Berry, age 20, from Ocean Boulevard in Leonardo, NJ, arrested on July 22, 2012 by Patrolman Albert Scott for Criminal Mischief. He was released pending a court date.

Jaclyn Whitmyer, age 31, from Branch Avenue in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on July 21, 2012 by Patrolman Frank Mazza for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.

Joshua Doran, age 24, from Michelle Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 21, 2012 by Patrolman Anthony Bumbico on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Red Bank Municipal Court. He was released after posting $250.00 bail.

Mary Laregina, age 38, from Shore Boulevard in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on July 24, 2012 by Patrolman John Mele on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Red Bank Municipal Court. She was released after posting $81.00 bail.

Robert Frazzetto, age 24, from Dorothy Court in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 23, 2012 by Police Officer Janine Kennedy on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Freehold Municipal Court. He was released after posting $164.00 bail.

Dennis Smith, age 37, from Shore Drive in Highlands, NJ, arrested on July 23, 2012 by Corporal Gerald Weimer on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Keansburg and Sayreville Municipal Courts. He was held on $3,850.00 bail.

Daniel Wolchesky, age 41, from Manning Place in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on July 24, 2012 by Corporal James Keenan on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Tinton Falls, Wall and Toms River Municipal Court and on a Probation warrant issued by the Ocean County Superior Court. He was held on bail.

Christine Dimiceli, age 42, from Shore Boulevard in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on July 24, 2012 by Patrolman James Beirne and Patrolman Adam Colfer of the Quality of Life Unit for Unlawful Possession of Hydrocodone , Unlawful Possession of Xanax, Possession with the Intent to Distribute Hydrocodone and Xanax, Possession with the Intent to Distribute Hydrocodone and Xanax within 500 Feet of a Public Park. She was released pending a court date.

Ryan Colilla, age 29, from Fulton Street in Keyport, NJ, arrested on July 24, 2012 by Patrolman Charles Higgins on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Middletown and Howell Municipal Courts. He was held on $1,500.00 bail.

Thomas Adubato Jr, age 33, from Willow Street in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on July 24, 2012 by Patrolman Joseph Ahlemeyer on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Keansburg Municipal Court. He was held on bail.

Kyle Clayton, age 20, from Ironwood Court in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 25, 2012 by Patrolman Michael Reuter for Violation of a Court Order.  He was held on $2,500.00 bail with a 10% option set by Judge Richard Thompson.

Shane Kolb, age 30, from Highway 36 in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested on July 25, 2012 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released after posting $1,000.00 bail.

James Gilbert, age 22, from Roxbury Road in Belford, NJ, arrested on July 25, 2012 by Patrolman Nicholas Fenezia on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released after posting $500.00 bail.

Gregory Davis, age 23, from Crimson King Drive in Holmdel, NJ, arrested on July 25, 2012 by Patrolman Nicholas Fenezia on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was released after posting $250.00 bail.

William Schelling, age 27, from Collins Avenue in Port Monmouth, NJ, arrested by Detective Peter White for Providing False Information on a Firearms Application. He was released pending a court date.

Gabriel Stefanovich, age 61, from Oakdale Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 25, 2012 by Patrolman Ryan Riffert for Shoplifting from the Stop and Shop Store. He was released pending a court date.

Raul Farfan, age 61, from 15^th Avenue in Belmar, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Patrolman Anthony Bumbico for Driving While Intoxicated. He was released pending a court date.

Cyhthia Kaszuba, age 55, from Amy Way in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Patrolman Michael Nolan for Violation of a Court Order. He was released pending a court date.

Mason Hanson, age 24, from 11^th Street in Belford, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Patrolman Jason Caruso on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $250.00 bail.

Brent Stebbins, age 25, from Central Place in Belford, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Patrolman Stephen Greenwood on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. He was held on $1,000.00 bail.

Noah Smith, age 31, from Catherine Street in Red Bank, NJ, arrested on July 25, 2012 by Patrolman Brady Carr on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Neptune Municipal Court. He was released after posting $100.00 bail.

Teresa Dicicco, age 36, from Seeley Avenue in Keansburg, NJ, arrested on July 27, 2012 by Police Officer Larisa Doriety on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. She was held on $500.00 bail.

Adan Torres, age 32, from First Street in Keyport, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Patrolman Keith Hirschbein for Hindering Apprehension. He was released pending a court date.

Christopher Marsillo, age 19, from Laurel Brook Road in Lincroft, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Officer James Beirne and Officer Adam Colfer of the Quality of Life Unit for Possession of under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was released pending a court date.

Mackenzie Killeen, age 20, from Alimar Drive in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Patrolman Ryan Riffert for Criminal Trespass. He was released pending a court date.

Karan Ahlawat, age 30, from Memorial Parkway in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Corporal Richard Fusella on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. She was released after posting $250.00 bail.

Nicole Deverikos, age 34, from Hudson Avenue in Middletown, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Corporal Thomas Meckier on Contempt of Court warrants issued by the Middletown, Hazlet and Asbury Park Municipal Courts. She was held on $2,502.00 bail.

Paul Janowski, age 52, from Morley Court in Belford, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Detective Kelly Godley for Aggravated Sexual Assault, Aggravated Criminal Sexual Contact, Endangering the Welfare of a Child and Providing Alcohol to a Minor. He was held on $252,500.00 bail set by Judge Thomas Scully on the Monmouth County Superior Court.

Anneke Peck, age 38, from White Street in Shrewsbury, NJ, arrested on July 26, 2012 by Police Officer Larisa Doriety on a Contempt of Court warrant issued by the Middletown Municipal Court. She was held on $500.00 bail.

The Township Committee is seeking volunteers to help them preserve Middletown’s rich history and chart a course for a vibrant economic future, respectively. Volunteers would be appointed to one of two new advisory bodies – the Historic Preservation Commission or the Economic Development Committee.

“It’s necessary to preserve the remnants of our storied past for future generations. It’s equally as important that we take steps to ensure future generations have the opportunity to enjoy the high quality of life we enjoy in Middletown today,” said Mayor Anthony P. Fiore.

The Middletown Historic Preservation Commission is charged with fostering awareness and appreciation of our community’s history, advancing public knowledge through outreach programs and education, and encouraging the growth of heritage tourism in the township. Members will also be dedicated to collecting, exhibiting and archiving documents and artifacts that tell a tale about the founding of Middletown as one of the state’s earliest colonial settlements as well as its continuing evolution.

The Historic Preservation Commission will consist of seven volunteer members – the Mayor’s designee, a Landmark Commission member and five public members appointed by the Township Committee. The commission is expected to meet six times a year.

The Middletown Economic Development Committee focuses on fostering new economic growth and the retention of existing businesses and industries. Members will be charged with uniting business leaders and local elected officials so that they may pool resources and ideas that benefit all residents and businesses.  The committee’s goal is to facilitate the creation of a desirable business climate that promotes economic growth, job development and the expansion of the commercial tax base.

The Economic Development Committee will consist of seven volunteer members – the Mayor’s designee and six public members, three of which shall be from the business community. The Committee is expected to meet monthly.

“There’s an incredible wealth of talented residents and business leaders here in Middletown,” the mayor said. “I’m looking forward to meeting people who can donate some time to help us preserve the past and protect the future.

Volunteers are needed to fill positions on both boards. Residents interested in volunteering their time and experiences are encouraged to submit an application on the Middletown Citizen Leadership Form. Applications should be sent to Middletown Citizen Leadership Act, c/o Township Clerk, Town Hall, 1 Kings Highway, Middletown, NJ 07748. Call 732-615-2015 for more information.

Citizen Leadership Form

Brookdale Community College will host a Veterans Job Fair Monday, Aug. 27, in the Warner Student Life Center. The job fair is also open to friends, family and community members seeking employment. The event will take place 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Navesink rooms at the Lincroft main campus, 765 Newman Springs Road. Parking is most convenient in lots 6 and 7.

Monmouth County will again offer employers and jobseekers the opportunity to connect at the Monmouth County Job Fair scheduled for Friday, Sept. 21. The event is free for employers to reserve a table and for jobseekers to attend.

The 2012 Monmouth County Job Fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Monmouth County Police Academy, 2000 Kozloski Rd. in Freehold. 

Last year’s job fair attracted more than 100 employers and an estimated 1,200 jobseekers. This year, employers in categories such as healthcare, government, retail, security, technology, manufacturing and sales are expected to attend.

“Only employers who have immediate job openings will be invited to participate in the 2011 Monmouth County Job Fair,” said Freeholder Thomas A. Arnone, liaison for the Monmouth County Department of Workforce Development. “This will improve the chances that jobseekers will find employment.”

Employers interested in participating are asked to contact Larry Sternbach at 732-683-8850 ext. 3711 or email him at lawrence.sternbach@dol.state.nj.us. Or, contact Jay Staiger at 732 683-8850 x4011 or email jason.staiger@dol.state.nj.us. There is no cost for employers to reserve a table.

The 2012 Monmouth County Job Fair is a partnership of the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, Monmouth County Workforce Investment Board, Monmouth County Department of Workforce Development, New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Monmouth-Ocean Development Council, Jersey Shore Association of Human Resources, and Brookdale Community College.

At 1:25 PM on Friday August 17, the Middletown Township Fire Department was dispatched to 252 Thousand Oaks Drive in the Navesink section of the Township for a “report of a smoke condition coming from the garage” at that location.  Approximately 35 firefighters from 5 companies of the Middletown Township Fire Department (Navesink, Brevent Park, Community, Independent, and Belford Engine Fire Companies), under the command of Deputy Chief John D’Altilio, responded to the scene.  Upon arrival, the firefighters encountered a heavy fire and smoke conditions in a 2 car garage in basement of a four story, multiple family residential structure.  Assistant Chief John Gorsegner credited the very aggressive initial fire attack performed by the first arriving crew from the Brevent Park & Leonardo Fire Company as the primary reason that the blaze was contained to the garage area.  Assistant Chief Peter Laimann assumed operational command and coordinated the efforts of the firefighters to extinguish the blaze as well as checking the entire structure for any possible extension of the fire.  Deputy Chief D’Altilio declared the fire under control by 2:05 PM.

Also assisting at the scene were the MTFD Air Unit and the Leonardo, Lincroft & Fairview First Aid Squads.

The garage area of the structure sustained moderate smoke and fire damage.  The residents were allowed to return to their apartments.

There were no reported injuries.

The cause fire is being investigated by the Middletown Township Fire Prevention Bureau.