The MANCHESTER Times Vol. 27 - No. 17
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Physical Agility Program Tests Manchester Police Applicants
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Approximately 80 individuals applied to participate in a physical education test to serve as Manchester Police officers at the Manchester Township High School. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Nearly 80 applicants came out to test their mettle for becoming a police officer in Manchester Township. New Police Chief Robert Dolan recently
reported to the Township mayor and council regarding the rather extensive physical exam. This marked the new chief’s fi rst report to the gover ning body since his appointment. Dolan, who took his
Will Marijuana Legalization Prompt K9 Retirements?
By Alyssa Riccardi OCEA N COU NT Y – Recently, New Jersey has joined the list of several other states who have legalized marijuana. But how will this decision effect K9 units and drug sniffing dogs? Back in November, New Jersey residents voted on
the Marijuana Legalization Amendment, with about 67 percent of residents voting ‘yes’ to legalize adult use of marijuana. In other states like Virginia and New Mexico who have legalized the drug, many police departments made the stark decision to retire
–Photos courtesy Manchester Police Police applicants take part in a boxing match as one of several means to test the strength, agility, coordination and endurance of those seeking a spot on the Township Police Department in the future.
oath of office on July 1, replaced Lisa Parker who retired at the end of June. He said the police department administered the Physical Agility Examination at the Manchest e r Tow n sh ip H ig h
School. It is the fi rst phase of testing for the position of Police Officer and Class II Special Officer. Dolan said, “we had 79 applicants on very short notice and we
August 7, 2021
Residents Request More Variety In Businesses
By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Residents have been wanting more variety in the businesses opening in town, particularly in light of yet another dollar store being approved. Resident Judy Noonan once again brought it up during the public comment period of a recent Township Council meeting. She said the township needs to attract more diverse businesses to the community noting high costs of items at some of the existing grocery stores. She asked if anyone reached out to the Aldi’s grocery food chain. Mayor Robert Hudak said that he had months ago and at fi rst “they seemed interested and later they said no. We are reaching back out to them again. I can’t force them to do (come to town).” Noonan said she reached out to them as well (Businesses - See Page 4)
New Council Member Sworn In
(Police - See Page 11)
their narcotics dogs early. Here in Ocean County, the Sheriff’s Office had prepared for the decision since the beginning of 2020, –Photo by Alyssa Riccardi before the amendment was Pictured is Officer Ray Vosseller with even approved. “It’s safe to say that we his partner Duke. Duke is one of the knew this was coming. So, first K9s at the Sheriff’s Officed not imprinted on marijuana. (K9 - See Page 5)
–Photo By Bob Vosseller New Manchester Councilwoman Michele Zolezi is joined by family members while being sworn in to office by Township Clerk Sabina Martin during a recent council meeting. By Bob Vosseller MANCHESTER – Michele Zolezi officially joined the Township Council during a recent meeting. Joined by family members, she took the oath of office administered by Township Clerk Sabina Martin. (Council - See Page 8)
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