Bob Vosseller

JACKSON – Preserving open space has been a topic during recent Township Council meetings. However, the town’s attempt to do so in 2023 has been blocked by the New Jersey Supreme Court.

Editor’s note: A previous version of this article incorrectly stated that the land swap was blocked by courts. We regret the error.

Middle School Chorus performs recently in town. (Photo courtesy Manchester Schools)

Lavallette Elementary School teacher Randy Royle’s second graders learned water safety. (Photo by Bob Vosseller)

Former Mayor Michael Fressola (Photo courtesy Manchester Township)

Lakehurst Photo Historian Denise Maynard, a long-time resident of the community was presented an award by Mayor Harry Robbins (at left) with Councilman Steven Oglesby (at right) during the 2026 Lakehurst reorganization meeting for all her work and service for the community. (Photo by Bob Vosseller)

Jackson Commission for the Disabled and Handicapped members take a group shot during the prom: Kristen Cladek, Commission Chair Alex Janoczkin, Nicholas Janoczkin, Aaron Berkovich, Drew Henning, Dr. Sharon Hollander, Katrina Iorio, Jessica Cacoso, Marilene Losito, Suely Fries, and Sam Iorio. They were visited by Councilman Christopher Pollack. (Photo courtesy Commission for the Disabled/Handicapped)

WWII veteran John Crosby, 103, holds up the birthday gift he received from his health aide that day. (Photo by Bob Vosseller)

MANCHESTER – Members of the Township Council commented on the township’s future development and the need for appropriate commercial growth during a recent council meeting. Council Vice President James Vaccaro reminded the audience once again that “Manchester Township is referred to as the gemstone of the Jersey shore and the gateway to the […]

MANCHESTER – Strong opposition to data centers is expected to be expressed during the August 10 Township Council meeting reflecting the growing trend in Ocean County and across the country.