WELCOME TO MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP
Manchester Township is located in beautiful Ocean County, New Jersey, just minutes from the Jersey Shore and
in between New York City, Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Manchester is nestled in the New Jersey Pinelands and we are Ocean County’s best kept secret!
We thank you for your interest in Manchester Township
Beautiful Parks, Lakes, and Preserved Open Space, our top notch municipal services and our vibrant and dynamic community makes Manchester a great place to live, work, and raise a family. That is why the June 2012 edition of Inside New Jersey, a monthly publication of the Star Ledger, rated Manchester Township as such a great place to retire in New Jersey. Manchester Township offers something for everyone!
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Thurman Pruitt Honored with Proclamation
Yesterday was a proud day for Manchester Township, as Mayor Rob Arace and the Township Council recognized Mr. Thurman Pruitt, an exemplary resident who served the Manchester Volunteer Fire Company and the Manchester Volunteer First Aid for an impressive 52 years. Additionally, Mr. Pruitt was a Manchester Little League coach and mentor. His commitment to his community was previously recognized by the 200 Club of Ocean County, which presented him the Meritorious Service Award. "I urge all residents of Manchester to join me in expressing our deep appreciation and gratitude to Mr. Thurman Pruitt for his exceptional dedication and service to our community," reads Mayor Arace's message in the Proclamation. From a grateful Manchester Township community, thank you, Mr. Pruitt, for your years of selfless service!
Remembering Those Lost on Sept. 11
This morning, in commemoration of the 22nd anniversary of the September 11th attacks and in honor of those lives lost, as well as to recognize the bravery and sacrifice of our fellow Americans that day and in the years to follow, Mayor Rob Arace, members of the Township Council, Chief of Police Robert Dolan, Department Heads, Volunteer Fire Company members, and special guests joined our residents for a remembrance ceremony at the Manchester Town Hall. "We come together to pay tribute to the brave men and women, who selflessly sacrificed their lives to save others. And to remember those who perished in the tragic events that unfolded on that day, September 11, 2001," said Mayor Arace in his remarks. "It is a day in the collective memory of our nation. It was the day that tested our strength, resilience and unity in the face of unspeakable tragedy." [...]
Celebrating Manchester Day 2023
Thinking back to the fun had at Manchester Day on August 26! Thank you to everyone who attended, organized, and made this annual Manchester Township tradition a memorable event for all! Looking forward to next year already.
Recognizing National EMS Week
As we mark National EMS Week (May 21-27, 2023), Mayor Rob Arace and the Township Council were proud to recognize the heroic efforts of Manchester Township’s Emergency Medical Services members!
The Mayor publicly thanked members of Manchester Division of Emergency Services and presented a Proclamation to Dir. Robert Baran during the May 22, 2023, Township Council meeting.
National EMS Week was authorized in 1974 as a way to celebrate the important work these professionals accomplish on a daily basis. Manchester Township is a better place because of their dedicated service our residents. We thank you for all that you do!
Photos courtesy of Manchester Township and local residents’ submissions. Thank you
