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Local Animals Ready For Adoption

MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County SPCA has a number of pets available for adoption.

Mater is a new arrival here at our Eatontown shelter who’s looking for a forever home. At just 8-months-young and 54lbs, Mater was recently surrendered for needing a more active lifestyle - so that’s what we’re going to find for him. Mater can be a little reserved when meeting new people, but once he feels comfortable, make way for lots of playtime and zoomies! Mater would benefit from some gentle, positive guidance to help him build confidence and be the best dog he can be.

The MCSPCA only does adoptions in person (please bring all family members). They will ask you to fill out an Adoption Survey and speak with an Adoption Counselor to help find your perfect match.

They are located at 260 Wall Street in Eatontown. They can be reached at 732542-0040.

National Night Out 2023

HOWELL – Join Howell PAL and the Howell Police Department for National Night Out on August 1 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Soldier Memorial Park. National Night Out is a crime and drug prevention event sponsored nationally by the National Association of Town Watch and co-sponsored locally by the Howell Township Police Department. Enjoy food, games, music, activities, and much more!

Howell Night At e Jersey Shore BlueClaws

HOWELL – Howell Night at the Jersey Shore BlueClaws will be on July 27, 7:05 p.m. start time. Cost is $17 and includes: reserve seat ticket, hot dog, soda, novelty ice cream and boardwalk game ticket. All tickets can be purchased through online at: fevogm.com/event/Howelltownship/ offer.

Online Pet Licensing Available

HOWELL – The Howell Township Clerk’s Office, Public Service Division, is pleased to announce that residents are now able to license their dogs and cats online. This will apply to both new registrations and renewals. Details and instructions will be provided on the Howell Township website.

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Additionally, Lewis served as the Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator.

“Under Chief Lewis’s leadership, the Howell Township Bureau of Fire Prevention has increased its level of fi re and life safety initiatives and community risk reduction assessments and activities to ensure our motto of prevention through education is reinforced to the residents, business owners and visitors of the Township of Howell,” Howell Township Fire Bureau said in a statement. “On behalf of the Howell Township Fire Bureau, we thank Chief Lewis for his countless hours

County Commissioners Make 9/11 A County Holiday

FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners have declared Monday, September 11, 2023 will be a County holiday to honor the victims, fi rst responders, volunteers and all who were affected by the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.

“We have a lot of holidays and days of remembrance, but there is one significant day that has not been given enough significance, and that is 9/11,” said Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone. “Last year, we called on the federal government and state government to declare 9/11 as a holiday, but unfortunately that did not happen. So, Monmouth County is declaring September 11th, 2023 as a County holiday.” of commitment and dedication to the Township of Howell and congratulate him on his retirement.”

The resolution is available at visitmonmouth.com.

“We need to acknowledge a day of rest and remembrance so that everyone is given the opportunity to observe 9/11, whether by attending a ceremony, visiting a local memorial, thanking a fi rst responder or talking to our children about what happened on 9/11,” said Director Arnone.

At the June 13 council meeting, council members passed resolutions to accept Lewis’ resignation as well as appoint a new chief.

The Township welcomed Brian J. Prochnow as the new Chief of the Howell Township Bureau of Fire Prevention as he was appointed to fi ll the position.

Prochnow began his career with the Howell Township Fire Bureau in 2004 as a Fire Prevention Inspector.

In this role, he was responsible for the inspection of all new construction relating to fi re protection in commercial and residential properties as well as the inspection of all installations of fi re protection equipment.

On December 1, 2015, Prochnow was promoted to the rank of lieutenant, and was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Howell Township Fire Bureau as it relates to fi re safety inspections and public education.

Prochnow holds an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science as well as a Certificate of Profi ciency in Fire Code Enforcement. Prochnow is an Ex-Chief and Active member of the Adelphia Fire Company, which is one of the five fi re departments within the Howell Township Fire Service.