O cer Graduates From Police Academy

STAFFORD – Congratulations Patrolman

Zachary Otte for graduating from the Ocean County Police Academy.

Patrolman Otte was born and raised in Stafford township and grew up always wanting to be a Stafford Township Police Officer.

As a 2018 SRHS graduate and Captain of the football team, Zachary went on to play football at McDaniel College and received his Bachelors in Accounting and Business Administration. We are proud to officially welcome him into the Stafford Police Family.

Long Beach Township PBA Breakfast 5K Run/Walk

LONG BEACH – The Long Beach Township PBA Breakfast 5k Run/Walk will be on June 4 at 8:30 a.m. Register at: runsignup. com/Race/NJ/LongBeachTownship/LongBeachTownshipPBABreakfast5kRunWalk. Registration is digital. There are no paper applications nor is cash accepted. Everyone must sign up online. Online registration closes at the start of the race. Have the following items easily accessible to maintain the efficiency and speed of Packet Pickup: email confi rmation bar code per registrant

(printed or digital) to scan. Proceeds benefit the Long Beach Township PBA 373.

5k Awards & Divisions:

Overall - Top 3 Male & Female Overall Individuals

Age Groups - Top 3 Male & Female Individuals in the Age Group Division 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

Emergency Services - Top 3 Male & Female EMS Individuals

Tuckerton Pig Roast/BBQ

TUCKERTON – Giffordtown Schoolhouse

Museum is hosting the Tuckerton Pig Roast/ BBQ at Dockside Cafe and Marina, 338 S. Green Street, on June 10 from 3 to 7 p.m. Live music, gift auction, 50/50 raffle. Donation of $25 per person, children under

10 free. Tickets can be bought at Dockside and at Museum on Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 35 Leitz Boulevard and Wisteria Lane, Tuckerton. Hurry, they are going fast! Cash bar available. Proceeds benefit Tuckerton Historical Society.

Sta ord Township’s Green Team Green Fair

STAFFORD – Mayor Myhre and Township Council would like to invite you to Stafford Township’s Green Team Green Fair on July 11 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Heritage Park.

You will be able to learn more about sustainable and eco-friendly practices, products and services! For more information, call 609-597-1000 ext.8559 or email rbaldwin@staffordnj.gov.

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Founders Day 2023

STAFFORD – Surf’s Up Stafford! In just a couple of months they will be catching a wave into Founders Day 2023 on June 10.

They want all of you there to help us continue the decades-long tradition of celebrating the founding of Stafford Township in 1749.

Whether it is entering your children in Little Miss Stafford or Little Town Crier, becoming a sponsor, joining us in a parade through the heart of town, being a vendor at the Doc Cramer fields or joining the Miss Stafford Pageants, they want to see you there!

Enjoy food trucks, vendors, firework display and more! For more information, visit staffordnj.gov/428/Founders-Day.

Couch To 5K

LACEY – Get off the couch and get running this summer with Lacey Rec and the Municipal Alliance. Our Couch to 5K program is designed to help you cross the finish line at the Lacey 5K. There will be weekly group training runs/walks, motivation to keep you moving, guidance and advice, and educational clinics on topics such as proper nutrition and avoiding injury- plus, you’ll have the camaraderie of others just like you! Runs take place at Gille Park Pavilion on Mondays at 7 p.m. starting June 26. Coached by: Brandy Rapatski, Patty Naden, Robin Gialanella, Gabrielle Spano, Jean Sullivan, Tina Kennis. Fee is $30 and includes your registration into the Lacey 5K. Race day is August 26. To register visit: parksrec.egov.basgov.com/laceynj.

Car & Truck Show

LACEY – Lacey United Methodist Church LUMC is hosting a Car & Truck Show on June 17 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

All years/makes/models welcomed. Trophies; music; food; fun for all. Cost is $15 for pre-registration, $20 day of show. Rain date is July 1. Visit jerseyshorecarshows.com or laceyumc.

org for an application and more information. Food will be available to purchase. Outdoor vendor spaces are available! Cost is $35 per space (parking lot spot). Visit laceyumc. org/events for a vendor registration form. Questions? Contact the LUMC Office at 609-693-5222.

Fish And Crab Contest

WARETOWN – Township of Ocean Municipal Alliance will be hosting a Fish and Crab Contest on June 3 at Sands Point Park, Dock Avenue. Open to children ages 12 and under. Registration at 5 p.m.; contest 5:30 to 7 p.m. Prizes awarded! Must ring your own bait and tackle. For more information, contact recreation@twpoceannj.gov.

Summer Solstice Cra Show

LONG BEACH – St. Francis Community Center is hosting a Summer Solstice Craft Show on June 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy 70 local artists, crafters, and makers for the annual craft show. Indoor $2 admission fee. New and returning vendors; potters; mixed media artists; jewelry makers; photographers; woodwork & décor; confectioners and much more!

Don’t forget to participate in the chance auction to win a handcrafted piece by one of the talented crafters.

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