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Hello again Manalapan! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Fraud, harassment and assault cases keep Manalapan police busy
  • Can Manalapan capitalize on Toms River North's mounting injury troubles?

Also on today's calendar: 10% off Grooming appointments and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Warmer with variable clouds, with a high of 72 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Nice with clouds and sun, temps: high: 76, low: 60.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and more humid, with a high of 83 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Harassment, Fraud, Simple Assault: Manalapan Police Blotter (patch.com) — Manalapan residents are being warned about several recent police incidents, including multiple fraud cases targeting seniors, harassment via phone and social media, and a disorderly conduct arrest. The blotter also notes an attempted large-money transfer that was blocked by a bank and a simple assault case still under investigation.
   

• Shore Sports Insider Football Top 12, Week Five (shoresportsinsider.com) — Manalapan football nearly upset unbeaten Rumson-Fair Haven, falling just 29-22 in a tight Class A North battle that highlighted standout performances on both sides. Now the Braves, led by linebacker and rusher Nick Palmieri, get a big chance at home against injury-hit Toms River North as they chase their first win over a ranked opponent this season.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • LWV Monmouth President Receives National Award $25,000 Grant "Pays It Forward" to LWVNJ Education Fund —Marianne Kligman Read on Patch
  • The LWV Organizes Virtual Forum For NJ Congressional District 3 Monday, October 5, 2026 —Marianne Kligman Read on Patch

🗞 Nearby News

Freehold

  • The LWV Organizes Virtual Forum For NJ Congressional District 3 Monday, October 5, 2026 (patch.com)
  • Commissioner Director provides update regarding Nor'easter impacting Monmouth County (einpresswire.com)
  • Shore Conference football Top 20 rankings after Week 4 of the 2026 season (app.com)

Marlboro

  • Cop Injured After Being Hit By Car In Marlboro, Police Say (patch.com)

East Windsor

  • Mayor's Wellness Walk Rescheduled After Nor'easter In East Windsor (patch.com)

Ok Manalapan! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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