Woman Poured Gasoline On Teen, Threatened, Robbed Him: Manchester PD

Eboni T. Hester, 27, is accused of threatening to set him on fire; she lured him with an offer to buy an item he was selling, police said.

Hospital Capacity In Manchester Area: See The Latest

Here's an update on how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Ocean County and across NJ.

Manchester Man Indicted After DUI Crash In Berkeley

A Manchester man was indicted on charges of aggravated assault and assault by automobile in connection with a November 2020 crash.

Unemployment Rate Decreases In Manchester Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Ocean County decreased recently.

Candidate Challenging Hudak In Manchester Mayoral Race

Robert Arace said he will challenge Robert Hudak, who was appointed to serve as mayor through the end of 2021, in the November election.

Manchester Ticket Wins $100K Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot

If you bought a Jersey Cash 5 ticket in Manchester, you may be holding the numbers for a tidy prize.

Manchester Command Change: New Chief Sworn, Officers Promoted

Robert M. Dolan Jr. became Manchester's seventh police chief on July 1. "I promise I will not disappoint you," he said.

Manchester Hosting Cornhole, Horseshoes Tournaments

The township's recreation department is hosting tournaments for cornhole and horseshoes players. Sign your team up now.

July 5 Busiest Day Of Year For Manchester Area Animal Shelters

More dogs run away over the 4th of July than any other time of year after being scared by fireworks. Here’s what to do to find your pet.

Fear, Anxiety A Reality For Manchester Veterans On 4th Of July

Nearly 30 percent of combat veterans and first responders suffer from symptoms of PTSD. Here’s how you can consider them this 4th of July.

Megan McCafferty to Appear in Library's Virtual Author Series

Meet Megan McCafferty, New York Times Bestelling author and creator of the “Jessica Darling” series, on Thursday, July 8 @ 6 pm.

4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Manchester, Lakehurst

Traditional Fourth of July events in Lakehurst may be canceled, but there are other ways you can celebrate Independence Day.

Manchester, Lakehurst Police Create Special Needs Registry

The voluntary database lets families provide information that will help officers and EMS provide more effective service to the community.

Manchester Township: Petitions For Elections Ready!

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that there will be a Municipal Election held in Manchester Township on Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Positions ...

Manchester Police Bid Chief Parker A Happy Retirement

Lisa Parker closed out her career with the Manchester Township Police Department.

FAFSA Completions Down In NJ: How Manchester Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Manchester area high schools.

Manchester Township: Council Vacancy Information

Council Vacancy Information

Manchester Township: Manchester Councilman Robert Hudak Appointed Mayor

Councilman Robert Hudak was appointed Manchester Township's new mayor following the recent resignation of former Mayor Kenneth Palmer, w ...

Manchester Township School District: Manchester Middle School 8th Graders Move Up To High School

Manchester Township Middle School Principal Nancy Driber and her staff said goodbye to Manchester's future Class of 2025 at the middle s ...

Manchester Man Charged In $3,000 Tool Theft From Home

Ronald Marcinczyk was identified as a suspect when witnesses reported hearing a motorized bike at the time of the burglary, police said.

Manchester Council Chooses Hudak As Mayor

The council appointed fellow councilman Robert Hudak to serve as mayor; the council appointed him 2 years ago to fill a council vacancy.

Woman Injured, Dog Dies In Manchester House Fire

The woman suffered smoke inhalation from the fire, which was ruled accidental, police said.

Around Manchester: Mayor Palmer Steps Down To Become Judge

Two people charged in a lumber theft are accused of assault, and a couple is hit head-on and injured by a driver passing another truck.

Palmer Confirmed As Judge, Steps Downs As Manchester Mayor

"I am extremely humbled to be selected," Palmer said of the judgeship. The Township Council will choose his replacement.

Manchester Township: Mayor Kenneth Palmer Steps Down

To Manchester Residents, Friends and Supporters: Yesterday (June 24, 2021), the New Jersey Senate voted to confirm my nomination to se ...

Manchester Township School District: Manchester's Class Of 2021 Leaves Hawks' Nest

Class President, Nicholas Isphording, welcomed the class and guests and thanked the teachers, administrators, staff and custodians. He s ...

Manchester Man Indicted In Gunshots Fired At Monmouth County Home

Joseph M. Galli, 27, is accused of shooting multiple times at a Marlboro home in the middle of the night in April 2020. No one was injured.

Ocean County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Manchester area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Manchester Pair Charged In Assault, Lumber Theft

Police say Joseph DePietro and Erzsebet Gyulai are accused of being the pair on surveillance footage stealing lumber and now of assault.

Manchester Couple Hurt In Fatal Head-On Route 539 Crash

Police say the man who died was trying to pass one vehicle on Route 539 and hit the couple's vehicle head-on in the process.

Manchester Moves Fireworks To August

The coronavirus pandemic led the township to move its fireworks to the end of the summer concert series. The concerts begin Saturday.

4th Of July Fireworks 2021 Near Manchester

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Manchester.

Manchester Town Hall Reopens To Public Monday

Residents will be able to get services in person at the township's building, for the first time since the pandemic hit.

Manchester's Jada Ellis Becomes 'New Jersey's Fastest Girl'

The track star won the 100-meter dash at the NJSIAA Outdoor Track Meet of Champions on Saturday.

PC & Kristin Cast to Appear in Library's Virtual Author Series

The Ocean County Library is excited to welcome New York Times bstselling author duo, P.C. & Kristin Cast virtually on June 24 @ 6 PM.

Beckerville Road Closed In Manchester For Paving

Police say the road is closed from Route 70 to Horicon Drive.

Manchester Mayor Palmer Nominated To Superior Court Judgeship

Ken Palmer said he was notified last week that he had been nominated to serve as a Superior Court judge.

Blood Donors Needed In Manchester Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Manchester area.

Manchester Middle School Robotics Team 3rd At Regional Event

The Manchester Shorebots' robot, The Angel of the Coral Reef, was designed to pick up plastic to help the ocean.

Manchester Township School District: MTMS Engineering Team Takes 3rd In Underwater Robot Competition

The team, named Manchester Shorebots, had to design and build a robot and make a presentation explaining their business plan. According ...