Upcoming Road Closures Due To Fire Training

LAKEHURST – On May 7 from about 7 to 11 a.m., the Lakehurst Fire Department along with several mutual aid partners will be conducting a training exercise in the downtown area.

This will result in road closures on Union Avenue at Brown, Union Avenue at Center, and Locust Street.

The training exercise is designed to help is be prepared in the evet of a fire in the downtown area and will include many of the mutu- al aid companies that would be here to assist in the event of a fire. This exercise has been in the planning stages for several months and will include hydrant, tanker and ladder operations, as well as incident command and rehabilitation units. Other exercises are scheduled for various locations without out zone later this summer. We train regularly to keep us sharp and o keep you safe. Any questions regarding this, email cheif@ lakehurstfire.com.

Lock Box Program

MANCHESTER – Manchester Senior Services will be providing combinationkey lock boxes to Manchester Residents, 60 years of age and older, free of charge.

The program consists of a lock box, which will be owned and maintained by the resident and should be placed on the front door with a spare key inside.

They strongly encourage that once a combination is set, it be shared with the local police department (Manchester Township Police Department) 732-6576111, this will allow first responders to access a resident’s home in an emergency without causing damage to their home.

Manchester Senior Services can assist with setting up the combinations, if needed. If you are interested in the program, contact Manchester Senior Services at 732-849-8305. While supplies last, one lock box per household.

ECW Upcoming Meeting

WHITING – The ECW (Episcopal Church Women) of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will hold their next meeting on June 1 at 1 p.m. Refreshments will be served. The speaker will be Rachel Johnston from Providence House. More details will follow. ECW will plan events for the rest of the year. Contact the President, Stefanie at 732-350-2904 if you plan to attend or have any questions.