Middletown Proposes Plan to Prevent School Closures Amid Funding Issues

Overview: Middletown’s Town Council, in collaboration with the Board of Education, announced a proposal aimed at preventing the closure of Navesink and Leonardo elementary schools and maintaining the status quo at Bayhore Middle School. The plan includes acquiring land to generate revenue and restructuring agreements with school police officers to reduce costs, providing $2.6 million in support funding for the district.

Middletown Town Council Celebrates Local Heroes and Achievements Amid Administrative Proceedings

Overview: The Middletown Town Council meeting on March 17, 2025, was marked by celebrations of local achievements, including the promotion of police officers, recognition of student athletes, and community service awards. The council acknowledged these milestones while addressing administrative matters such as ordinance approvals and public comments.

Middletown Residents Demand Action on Traffic Safety Amid Increased Accidents on Route 520

Overview: Residents of Middletown raised urgent concerns about traffic safety during the recent Town Council meeting, highlighting a notable increase in accidents along Route 520. With accident numbers climbing from 44 in 2022 to 120 in 2024, citizens expressed a need for immediate action and collaborative efforts to address the growing safety issues. Concerns were particularly focused on the dangerous conditions at Exit 109 of the Garden State Parkway, which have contributed to increasing confusion and unsafe driving behavior.

Middletown Town Council Faces Traffic and Safety Concerns Amid Redevelopment Projects

Overview: The Middletown Town Council meeting on February 18, 2025, centered on various community issues, with a particular focus on traffic and safety concerns related to the development at Exit 109 and County Road 520. Residents expressed apprehensions about the impact of ongoing and upcoming projects on local infrastructure and safety. The council addressed these concerns while also discussing the redevelopment plans for the Middletown train station and other sites and recognizing community achievements.

Middletown Residents Voice Concerns Over Redevelopment Plans and Road Safety Issues

Overview: The Middletown Town Council meeting centered around a discussion of a proposed Redevelopment investigation study for an area comprising approximately seventy properties, coupled with public concerns about road safety and waste management.