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? Patch AM: A $500K grant will enhance Scudder Preserve

Coming up: Hackensack Meridian Health Virtual Hiring Event - Security Officers on the Middletown Patch calendar

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Hello Middletown! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ??

In today's newsletter:

  • A $500K grant will enhance Scudder Preserve
  • Celebrate the grand opening of Waloo Park Playground
  • Middletown soccer teams compete in weekend matchups

Also on today's calendar: Hackensack Meridian Health Virtual Hiring Event - Security Officers and 12 more events.

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Today's riddle: What are prehistoric monsters called when they sleep? ? (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Humid; an afternoon shower, temps: high: 82, low: 68.
  • Wednesday: Cloudy, a shower; humid, with a high of 79 and low of 66 degrees.

? News we're reading

? Scudder Preserve in Middletown to Flourish with $500K Grant (tworivertimes.com) ? Scudder Preserve in Middletown is set to benefit from a $500,000 grant aimed at enhancing public access and educational programs. This funding will support ecological restoration and community development initiatives over the next five years, making it a vital resource for local residents.
   

? ?Middletown to Celebrate Grand Opening of Waloo Park Playground. Join the grand opening fun! Learn more?? (tapinto.net) ? Middletown is gearing up for the grand opening of Waloo Park Playground on September 23, featuring activities like free cotton candy and basketball games. Special guests, including Super Bowl Champions, will join the celebration, highlighting the community's involvement in this new recreational space.
   

? Boys soccer: Results, recaps, photos and links for Saturday, Sept. 20 (nj.com subscription) ? This weekend, Middletown North and Middletown South faced off against Toms River East and Colts Neck, respectively, in exciting boys soccer matches. Both games took place on Saturday, September 20, highlighting local high school sports in Middletown.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Dunesday Benefit 9.21.25 Seastreak Beach, Highlands ?Greg Colen Read on Patch
  • Italian Festival 9.20.25 3rd & Morris Avenues, Spring Lake ?Greg Colen Read on Patch
  • Avon Day 9.20.25 Municipal Building, Avon-By-The-Sea ?Greg Colen Read on Patch
  • Howell Day 9.20.25 Soldier Memorial Park, Howell ?Greg Colen Read on Patch
  • Tonight, @Jack4NJ dominated the debate against Mikie Sherrill. He was the only candidate with a clear plan to tackle New Jersey?s biggest challenges... (X: TonyPerryNJ)
  • Photos: Middletown North plays Red Bank Catholic in Shore Conference football... (X: AsburyParkPress)
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Stocker in Hazlet. Apply here.
  • Crum & Forster posted a job opening for Accounting Specialist - Eatontown, NJ/Hybrid in Eatontown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Middletown here.

? Nearby News

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  • No. 11 RBC blanks Middletown North to stay unbeaten (nj.com)
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  • Peace gathering in Atlantic Highlands (app.com)
  • Activists, Officials Renew Opposition to NESE Pipeline at Bayshore Rally (tworivertimes.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team

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