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Howell, New Jersey

Howell Township, located in Monmouth County, New Jersey, is the largest municipality in the county by total area, encompassing approximately 61.21 square miles. As of the 2020 United States Census, the township's population was 53,537, reflecting steady growth from previous decades. Established on February 23, 1801, Howell has evolved from its agrarian roots to a suburban community within the New York metropolitan area. The township boasts a variety of recreational facilities, including the Manasquan Reservoir, and offers a mix of residential neighborhoods and commercial establishments. Howell is also home to notable sites such as the St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, a Russian Orthodox church adorned with Byzantine-style frescoes, and the Mackenzie Museum and Library, which was the residence of Civil War figure Captain William Prickitt. The township's strategic location provides residents with access to major highways, facilitating commutes to surrounding areas. Additionally, Howell has been in the news recently due to a legal case involving the former police chief, who pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice after lying about an affair with a subordinate. ​