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title: "Celebrating Community and Coming Together for National Night Out · Matt Braithwaite for Aberdeen Council"
description: "Reflecting on a wonderful National Night Out in Aberdeen, celebrating community, family, and the strong partnership between residents and local law enforcement."
url: "https://aberdeentogether.com/news/blog-8"
site: "Matt Braithwaite for Aberdeen Council"
published: "2026-08-06T01:20:57.560Z"
updated: "2026-08-06 01:20:57"
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# Celebrating Community and Coming Together for National Night Out

Matt Braithwaite for Aberdeen Council August 6, 2026

![Yesterday, I was happy to join our community in supporting local law enforcement for Aberdeen's National Night Out. It was a wonderful evening that brought neighbors, families, and first responders together in a spirit of unity and appreciation.](https://romulus.northjerseyresearch.com/website-assets/2/e820f5eaadfc8b5c6c24386c7b055ad3e825322546cf2ec385d6bfd14c2b5a18.jpg)

Yesterday, I was happy to join our community in supporting local law enforcement for Aberdeen's National Night Out. It was a wonderful evening that brought neighbors, families, and first responders together in a spirit of unity and appreciation.

The Aberdeen Township Police Department put together a great event that helps continue to build the relationship between the department and the community. My kids especially loved the bounce houses and hot dogs, and it was great to see so many families enjoying the evening together.

I also want to thank Assemblywoman Vicky Flynn, Gerry Scharfenberger, Surrogate Maureen Raisch, and our next County Commissioner Tony Perry for taking the time to visit and show their support for Aberdeen.

Public safety is the foundation of a strong community. Nights like this remind us why it matters so much to invest in the people and resources that keep our town safe. As your next Township Council member, I will always support our first responders and work to ensure they have what they need to do their jobs safely and effectively.

Aberdeen is a special place to raise a family, and events like National Night Out show why. I look forward to continuing to build on this sense of community and working every day to keep Aberdeen one of the safest places in New Jersey to call home.

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**Matt Braithwaite for Aberdeen Council** · Aberdeen Township, Monmouth County, New Jersey

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