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Middletown Fire Dept. Responds to 93 Isaias Calls
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MIDDLETOWN, NJ - The MTFD responded to 93 Tropical Storm Isaias related incidents in a 37-hour period. 37 (40%) of those calls were for Carbon Monoxide (CO) detector activation. Generators emit exhaust containing carbon monoxide - the same stuff that kills people who leave their car running in the garage. Carbon monoxide is a colorless and odorless gas. It’s also a very deadly gas because most victims don’t realize they are being poisoned until it's too late. Portable generators are responsible for more than 900 people dying of carbon monoxide poisoning from portable generators between 2005 and 2017, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Hurricane season is fast approaching, followed by winter weather which may also affect the power to your house the MTFD is asking your help to please follow these safety tips covering CO Detector maintenance and generator safety use to prevent CO from entering your house.
Monmouth County has 70 Additional Positive Cases of COVID-19
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FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone and Freeholder Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley have announced that, as of August 5, there are 70 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Monmouth County. There is one new death today related to COVID-19 in Monmouth County.
Due to storm recovery, the Monmouth County COVID-19 Testing scheduled for today, Wednesday, Aug. 5 in Long Branch, has been cancelled. The complete free COVID-19 testing schedule is available on www.visitmonmouth.com.
The breakdown of positive COVID-19 cases by municipality is as follows:
Support Group for People Who Stutter to Meet Online on August 26
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MANASQUAN, NJ—The Monmouth County Chapter of the National Stuttering Association, a self-help support group for teenagers and adults who stutter, will hold its next meeting online at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, August 26.
During the one-hour session, participants will discuss life, stuttering, and how best to cope with their disfluency. The meeting also will be open to family members and friends, speech-language pathologists and others who want to learn more about stuttering. There is no charge for participating.
To participate in the session, send an email with your name and phone number to chapter leader Joanne Summer, a Manasquan-based speech-language pathologist, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Founded in 1977, the National Stuttering Association (NSA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing hope and empowerment to adults and children who stutter, their families, and speech professionals through support, education, advocacy, and research. One of the most important aspects of the NSA is its network of nearly 200 local chapters across the United States through which more than 2,500 people engage in discussions each month. More information on the NSA and stuttering can be found at www.westutter.org.
Call for Entries Monmouth County Park System's Alternative Mediums Exhibit
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LINCROFT — Calling all artists! The Monmouth County Park System is seeking entries into its upcoming Alternative Mediums Exhibit. Held from September 11-October 9 at the Gallery in the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft, this exhibit features pieces in mediums outside the confines of traditional art making. Interested artists who work with fibers, encaustics, beading, textiles, and other craft mediums are invited to submit images for consideration. Local artist Kate Eggleston is the guest curator. Additional information and entry form are available at www.MonmouthCountyParks.com. Entry deadline is August 21.
Throughout the year, the Gallery hosts exhibits featuring local artists. Upcoming shows include the Figurative Exhibit from October 23-November 13 and the Student & Instructor Exhibit from December 5-11. The Gallery was part of a recent expansion that also included additional studio space and an outdoor patio. A creative outlet for county residents, the Creative Arts Center offers a variety of fine arts and craft classes including ceramics, pottery, jewelry and painting.
General Election Ballot Drawing to be Conducted Monday, August 10 via Facebook & YouTube Livestreams
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FREEHOLD, NJ – Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing guidelines, Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon has announced changes for the upcoming ballot drawing for the 2020 General Election.
In accordance with N.J.S.A. 19:14-12, the upcoming ballot drawing for the 2020 General Election will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, August 10, 85 days before Election Day.
