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Upper Township
20 hours ago

“The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive the Veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their nation.”
‒ George Washington

The Veteran’s Day Annual Service held in the William R. Godfrey Patriot Park at Osprey Point opened with the Master of Ceremonies Jim Joyce and opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. The attendees all joined in with a sing along of the National Anthem and followed up with the benediction by Jean Joyce.

Ernie Casaccio Osprey Point Park resident presented the dedication of the American Flag to honor and hold in memory of US Naval Air Force Airman Donald Mullena veteran an Osprey Point who passed on May 16th, 2026. A veteran of the United States Navy working as a jet mechanic stationed at Jacksonville Naval Base. He enjoyed his family and as well his Red Corvette that he frequented the local car shows. Osprey Point Park has more than 50 veterans that are recognized for their commitment and service to their country.

The welcome guests were Upper Township Committeeman Tyler Casaccio, Township Administrator James VanZlike, and Commander Dan Colesante of the Tuckahoe American Legion Post 239. The speaker was Upper Township Administrator and career Army veteran James VanZlike Command Sergeant Major (CSM) (E-9), completing 25 years of military service before retiring to Southern NJ where he is raising his family who were in attendance. He briefly joked on how he ended up in New Jersey, after serving all around the globe. His love of the Kansas City Chiefs Football Team was jokingly backed by his young family. He offered thanks to the ongoing services that Osprey Point offers multiple times a year for the community. He also thanked the American Legion Post 239.

Enlisted at 17 years old he is the third generation of soldier holding the rope for the next generation of Service Member to take on the task of protecting our nation. He spoke on the comradery of the brothers in the armed forces and how they cover each other’s six (watching out for each other). He reflected on his 25 years of service in which he pointed out is a very brief time compared to the 251 years of the US Army which was established in 1775 before the Declaration of Independence.

His new challenge of Municipal Government has been met with the same drive and passion that he had for the Army. The Community around and the tasks of making it all work for the better. He concluded his speech with a challenge when given the chance. Don't just say thanks to a Veteran, the challenge is to Hire a veteran! Put a Vet in that spot and watch them flourish. The Speech was concluded with a standing ovation of the people in attendance.

The ceremony proceeded with Commander Dan Colesante and members of the Tuckahoe American Legion Post 239 with the ceremonial wreath as well as the bugler presenting Taps. The event concludes with their traditional God Bless America, in which all joined in the song.


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Upper Township
3 days ago

🚨 IMPORTANT TRASH & RECYCLING COLLECTION UPDATE 🚨

Beginning Tuesday, November 10, and until further notice, trash and recycling collection will move from Wednesday to Tuesday for affected residents along Tuckahoe Road.

📍 Affected area: Homes receiving trash and recycling collection along Tuckahoe Road, from the Route 50/Levari’s area east to Tyler Road at Holtz Boatworks.

🗑️ Trash: Wednesday → Tuesday
♻️ Recycling: Wednesday → Tuesday

This temporary schedule change is necessary due to the Route 50 Cedar Swamp Bridge detour and its impact on collection routes and logistics.

Residents in the affected area should have both trash and recycling ready for collection on Tuesday instead of Wednesday beginning November 10.

We appreciate everyone’s patience and cooperation. Please share this notice with neighbors along the affected portion of Tuckahoe Road. ...

🚨 IMPORTANT TRASH
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Upper Township
2 weeks ago

Upper Township Recreation Office hosted the 2nd Annual Adults with Disabilities Halloween party.

We host this great community of people every third Wednesday of the month at the UT Community Center during the daytime for socializing and game time in the gym. For more information reach out to the Recreation Office at Recreationdepartment@UpperTownship.com ...

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Upper Township
2 weeks ago

🗳️ UPPER TOWNSHIP VOTERS: YOUR GUIDE TO THE NOVEMBER 3 GENERAL ELECTION

EARLY VOTING IS HAPPENING NOW – right here in Upper Township!
📍 Upper Township Library, 2050 Tuckahoe Road (CR 631), Petersburg
📅 Now through Sunday, November 1
🕙 Mon–Sat: 10 AM – 8 PM | Sun: 10 AM – 6 PM
No appointment needed. You can also vote early at the Middle Township or Lower Township libraries.

Please note: voting hours at the library are different from regular library hours.

ELECTION DAY – Tuesday, November 3 ⏰ Polls are open 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Find your polling place:
🔹 Districts 1, 8 & 12 – Upper Township Community Center, 1790 Route 50, Petersburg
🔹 Districts 2, 6 & 7 – Trinity United Methodist Church Hall, 20 Route 9 North, Marmora
🔹 Districts 3, 4, 13 & 14 – 2nd Cape May Baptist Church Hall, 600 Route 9, Marmora
🔹 Districts 5, 9, 10 & 15 – Seaville Fire Hall, 36 Route 50, Seaville
🔹 District 11 – Rita C. Schiavo Library, 801 S. Commonwealth Avenue, Strathmere

Voting by mail? Drop your ballot in the secure drop box at the Upper Township Municipal Building (2100 Tuckahoe Road) by 8 PM on Election Day. Please don't bring a completed mail-in ballot to a polling place.

Not sure of your district? Your sample ballot and the state's polling place search will tell you.

ℹ️ More information:
📞 Upper Township Clerk's Office: 609-628-2805

Every vote counts. See you at the polls, Upper Township! 🇺🇸 ...

🗳️ UPPER TOWNSH
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Upper Township
2 weeks ago

Postponing the annual UT Fall Fest until this past weekend was the BEST CHOICE! We had incredible weather, with great community, and Fall Fun! Here are some great photos from the event!

This could not have happened without the support of the Upper Township elected committee as well as the Municipal departments and the community members who spread the word to make this all happen! THANK YOU from the Special Events TEAM!

We are developing the 2027 calendar of events with more events for the entire community! Once it is ready we will be creating a calendar of events so please follow and share! ...

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Upper Township
2 weeks ago

🎃 UPPER TOWNSHIP'S TRICK OR TREAT 🎃

📅 Saturday, October 31, 2026 🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Upper Township's ghosts, goblins, and superheroes are invited out for a safe and fun Halloween! Please keep these rules in mind:

👻 Always walk with a group!
✨ Wear bright, visible colors or something that glows!
👨‍👩‍👧 Younger children should ALWAYS walk with an adult!
🚫 Do not walk in the streets! Please use sidewalks.
🍬 Have an adult check your candy before eating it!

Above all, have a good time, and Happy Halloween from all of us at Upper Township! 🧡

#UpperTownship #TrickOrTreat #HappyHalloween #HalloweenSafety ...

🎃 UPPER TOWNSHIPS
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Upper Township is with Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Club - SFEC.
4 weeks ago

The Strathmere Fishing and Environmental Association will be co-hosting a beach clean up this Saturday, October 24, 2026. Be a part of the Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps on Saturday October 26 in Strathmere, at the Rita Schiavo Memorial Library, 801 S. Commonwealth Ave, Strathmere, NJ 08248

Join COA on Saturday, October 24, from 9 AM to 12:30 PM at 80+ beaches across New Jersey (except Delaware River locations). Every second spent Sweeping the beaches makes a difference!
📝 Register today in your preferred language:
English: CleanOceanAction.org/register
Español: CleanOceanAction.org/registro
Português: CleanOceanAction.org/cadastro

For more info email SFEC at: Strathmerefishing@gmail.com ...

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Cape May County and the Fight for Independence
Discover the important role Cape May County played during the American Revolution. From local patriots answering the call to independence to the sacrifices made by residents on the home front, our county’s history is woven into the story of the nation’s founding. Join the Cape May County Clerk as we explore the people, places, and events that helped shape the fight for American freedom