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🌱 Patch AM: Syringes Wash Up, Close Beach To Swimming At Jersey Shore

Happening soon: Golf for a Great Cause on the Manasquan Patch calendar

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

In today's newsletter:

  • Syringe wash-up forces sudden swimming ban at Manasquan beach
  • Why two Manasquan linebackers are on the Shore's must-watch list

Also on today's calendar: Golf for a Great Cause and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 83 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 83, low: 63.
  • Tuesday: Sunny to partly cloudy, with a high of 83 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Syringes Wash Up, Close Beach To Swimming At Jersey Shore (patch.com) — Manasquan beachgoers are being kept out of the water after more than 60 syringes washed ashore, prompting an immediate swimming ban and a coordinated response from local, county, and state agencies. Officials plan to reassess water safety after two high tides on Sunday and urge residents to follow lifeguard instructions and report environmental concerns to Manasquan police and NJDEP hotlines.
   

• LBs to watch in the Shore Conference in 2026 (nj.com subscription) — Manasquan football fans can look forward to standout seasons from linebackers Luke Barry and Chris Matthaei, both highlighted among the Shore Conference's top returning defenders. NJ.com's preseason breakdown spotlights their 2025 stats, two-way roles at tight end and running back, and how they helped power Manasquan's 8-3 playoff run.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

Sea Girt

  • Sea Girt Woman Turns Personal Journey at Mary's Place by the Sea Into a Commitment to Help Others (tapinto.net)
  • Mom charged in fatal boat crash in Barnegat Bay (nj1015.com)
  • DWI checkpoint in Sea Girt on Friday night, Aug. 21 (njtoday.com)

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Spring Lake

  • Spring Lake sees big crowds as the end of summer of '26 draws closer (news12.com)

Ok Manasquan! 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: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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