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Lakewood Public Schools Closed Jan. 19 Due To Snow Forecast

Officials with the Lakewood Public Schools announced the decision with 4 to 6 inches of snow predicted in the area.

LAKEWOOD, NJ — The Lakewood Public Schools will be closed on Friday, Jan. 19, due to the anticipated snowfall from an oncoming winter storm.

The National Weather Service's Mount Holly office issued a winter storm warning for Ocean County that is slated to continue through 10 p.m. Friday.

Snowfall of up to 6 inches is predicted in the county, with the heaviest snow starting about 9 a.m.

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