Dog Fest, Beach Vehicle Inspections, Energy Assistance, Council Meeting Ahead This Week

It is going to be a busy week in Brick this week, starting today.

On Sept. 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Dog Fest 2013 takes place, and promises to be a fun day for your dog. Doggie contests; police dogs; seeing eye dogs; lots of vendors; food and music will all be featured at the Windward Beach Park on Princeton Ave. in Brick.

The Brick Township Police Department will be conducting beach vehicle inspections as required by Township Ordinance at the Brick Township Municipal Building this week, on Wednesday September 11, Friday, September 13, and Saturday, September 14.

Also this week, energy costs can add a significant burden to family budgets. And New Jersey Natural Gas (NJNG) wants to connect qualified families with energy-assistance and home energy-improvement programs to help them better manage their home heating costs.

On October 1, 2013, the federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will begin accepting applications for the 2013-2014 heating season. LIHEAP and the state’s Universal Service Fund (USF) provide benefits to supplement the cost of utility bills for eligible moderate- and limited-income households.