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Save the date! Join us on Tuesday, August 4th from 6pm to 9pm at Hourihan Field (201 Broad Street) as the Matawan Police Department and Matawan PBA Local 179, assisted by Matawan Recreation, present this year’s National Night Out.
#NationalNightOut

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As July 4th celebrations near, we urge the public to make firework safety a priority. Be sure to check out the safety tips below, along with a guide to which fireworks are legal in New Jersey. #4thofjuly #fireworksafety

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Today, we remember and honor the lives lost and the heroes who courageously gave their all to save others on September 11, 2001. #NeverForget

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Tomorrow is the day! To ensure the safety of our students, here are a few reminders from the Matawan PD Traffic Safety Unit as we start the 2025-2026 School Year. Wishing everyone a healthy and successful school year! #backtoschool

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Thank you to everyone who came out and made our National Night Out a huge success! It was a night full of fun and community spirit. A special thank you to all the vendors who helped make it a memorable evening. #NationalNightOut

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Only 4 days to go! Join us on 8/5 from 6-9pm at Hourihan Field (201 Broad Street) as the Matawan Police Department and Matawan PBA Local 179, assisted by Matawan Recreation, present this year’s National Night Out. #nationalnightout

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We join our big brother across the bay, NYPD, in mourning the loss of PO Didarul Islam, who was shot and killed in the line of duty yesterday evening. Our thoughts and prayers are with PO Islam’s brother and sister officers, family, and friends during this difficult time. #NYPD

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Save the date! Join us on 8/5 from 6-9pm at Hourihan Field (201 Broad Street) as the Matawan Police Department and Matawan PBA Local 179, assisted by Matawan Recreation, present this year’s National Night Out. #NationalNightOut

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As July 4th celebrations near, we urge the public to make firework safety a priority. Be sure to check out the safety tips below, along with a guide to which fireworks are legal in New Jersey. #fireworksafety #4thofjuly #celebratesafely

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The Matawan Police Department is investigating a string of motor vehicle burglaries that occurred in the early morning hours on 6/29/2025. Anyone that has any camera footage of suspicious persons on or about this date, please email the videos to [email protected].

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Shark Run 5K is underway! Expect road closures. Plan ALT. route. https://t.co/WMv4jPpW9y

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Shark Run 5K today. Expect road closures. Ravine Drive and surrounding streets. Plan ALT. route. https://t.co/GPKXzaa2Hh

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Main St. from Rt.34 to Broad St. @ Memorial Park CLOSED tomorrow, May 24th from 10am-1pm for the Memorial Day Parade. https://t.co/WPuzZciQw5

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In 1962, President JFK declared 5/15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week. Today, we honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice while protecting their communities.

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During National Police Week, May 11th to May 17th, the Matawan PD honors those who serve their communities through law enforcement and pay tribute to the officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. #NationalPoliceWeek

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Happy Mother's Day from all of us at the Matawan Police Department! #happymothersday

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During April, our officers will be raising awareness and promoting acceptance of individuals and families living with autism by wearing Autism Awareness badges as well as displaying a decal on a patrol vehicle to further represent our commitment to inclusion and acceptance.

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Hydrant Flushing begins 3/24 between 9am - 6pm https://t.co/LhWuT9yG8S

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Today, members of the Matawan PD honored the tragic loss of Det. Joseph Azcona of the Newark PD. Our thoughts and condolences are with Det. Azcona’s family, friends, and brother and sister officers during this difficult time. #NewarkPD #theultimatesacrifice #restinpeace

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The Matawan Police Department Advanced Services Unit (ASU), trained and recertified in ice water rescue at Lake Lefferts on Sunday 2/23.