Police Administer Physical Fitness Test

MANCHESTER – On July 22, the Manchester Township Police Department administered the Physical Fitness Test, the fi rst phase of the process for the position of Police Officer and Class II Special Officer.

The Physical Agility Examination consisted of the following exercises: pull-ups, push-ups, sit-ups, and a one-mile run. Those applicants who achieved a minimum combined passing score advanced to the boxing component which consisted of each applicant boxing against another applicant for a period of one minute.

The Manchester Township Police Department also received the voluntary assistance of martial arts expert Master Paul Prendergast, owner and lead instructor of Paul Prendergast Karate Schools (Brick and Toms River).

Those applicants who successfully completed the PT Test will advance to the written exam. Once those results are received, the top candidates will proceed to the next phase of testing, the oral examination

Annual Indoor Flea Market

WHITING – Get ready, get set… It won’t be long now before the Whiting United Methodist Church gives you the go. To what you ask? Well, the annual indoor Flea Market of course!

Mark your calendars and set aside the morning for our best Flea Market yet. They will open the doors on August 26 at 8:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. for you to shop rain or shine. They will have their usual items of kitchen goods, small furniture, jewelry, tools, linens, handbags, children’s toys, books, handmade crafts and small items for your home. You can also browse pictures and buy some homemade baked goods. Or grab a snack at the Merry Methodist Café.

They are located at 55 Lacey Road across from Crestwood Manor. They are also handicap accessible. Look for information on their Facebook or if you have any questions, you can call the church office at 732-350-6878 Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. See you there!

School Staff Enjoy Their Summer Sessions, Too

for the upcoming school year. The school district’s secretarial staff came together for a district update, communications training, and more! It was an awesome time spent sharing information, asking questions, and gearing up for Back to School!

Fish Fry From Argyle’s (Kearny)

WHITING – Resident Club Crestwood Village 5 present Fish Fry from Argyle’s (Kearny) on September 8 from 5 to 7 p.m., doors open at 4:30 p.m.

Choice of: fish and chips or fried chicken and chips. Includes soft drink and dessert and coffee. BYOB. Take out orders available. You must call ahead to place an order. Cost is $25 per person. Tickets must be purchased in advance and at time we need your dinner selection. Purchase tickets every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Village 5 clubhouse 325 Schoolhouse Road, Whiting or by mail. Make checks out to Resident Club CV-5 and Mail to Debbie Fascia 18 Drake Street, Whiting NJ 08759

Make sure to include your dinner selection. Call Debbie for more information at 201-618-8514.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church Offering Shopping Passes

WHITING – Boscov’s Friends Helping Friends Shopping Passes are available from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the Church Office at 180 Route 539.

The cost is $5 to support the church and its mission outreach to the community. And you will receive a 25% discount all day October 18 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. at any Boscov’s.

Crestwood Village 4 Flea Market

WHITING – Crestwood Village 4, located at 15E Moccasin Drive in Whiting, is hosting a flea market on August 5 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

They hold a flea market the fi rst Saturday of every month. They have over 50 great vendors, breakfast and lunch, and you will find Jerry with the pull tabs right next to the kitchen. Come, shop, and enjoy, they will have a silent auction also.

Manchester Day Rescheduled

MANCHESTER – Save the date!

Manchester Day is rescheduled for August 26. The event will begin at 2 p.m. at Harry Wright Lake with games, prizes, demos, rides, entertainment and fireworks.

Free shuttle service schedule is available from the municipal parking lot, Bowker Field parking lot and senior villages (main club house).