October 12, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

Jackson men's club learns history of Fort Dix

More than 50 members of the Four Seasons at Metedeconk Men's Association of Jackson learned about the history of Fort Dix on a recent tour of the fort's museum. More...

Women of Today honored

JACKSON - The members of the Jackson Women of Today have been recognized by municipal officials for their hard work and dedication to the community. More...

Donations of costumes sought

What would you like to be for Halloween? Some children in Ocean County do not have a choice. So, in an effort to help all children to dress up, the United Way of Ocean County is running its annual Halloween costume drive. More...

Rutgers squashes report of demise of Freehold facility

Contrary to a published report concerning the impact of state budget cuts on higher education, Rutgers University does not plan to cut back or eliminate its program at the Western Monmouth Higher Education Center, Route 9, Freehold Township, accordin More...

Firefighters honor fallen comrades & commitment

In a solemn memorial service held at Firefighters Park, Union Beach, on Oct. 1, firefighters from around Mon-mouth County remembered the 54 firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty. More...

Horse industry alliance makes case for support

State Sen. Ellen Karcher (D-Mon-mouth and Mercer) called the Monmouth County municipality of Millstone Township "the most equine-friendly town in New Jersey." More...

Regulations for 'balanced' decorations kept in place

HOWELL - Last year the K-8 Howell School District and Board of Education received a series of complaints regarding holiday decorations in schools. Some parents were offended that a Nativity scene had been kept out of Christmas decorations. More...

Murder-suicide claims 3 at Manalapan home

MANALAPAN - Gunshots broke the quiet silence of a Saturday night in the southern end of Manalapan on tony Fountayne Lane. More...

Blood drive called a success

JACKSON - When it comes to holding a blood drive, the Westlake adult community has once again proved it is second to no other similar community in the state. More...

Rabies vaccination to be offered

JACKSON - Whether it is raining cats and dogs or the sun is shining on the morning of Oct. 14, a free rabies vaccination clinic will be held. More...

Karcher will seek to ban trans fats in restaurants

State Sen. Ellen Karcher wants trans fats out of the food you can eat in New Jersey restaurants. More...

Woman sues county for removal from meeting

FREEHOLD - An animal rights activist has asked to have a dispute with the Monmouth County freeholders aired on TV's "The People's Court." More...

Former principal honored with naming of stadium

R. Wayne McChesney opened Colts Neck H.S. in September 1998

COLTS NECK - The Colts Neck High School football team paid a fitting tribute to retired principal R. Wayne McChesney on Sept. 16. More...

Retired trooper recalls role in Lindbergh trial

From the horse and wagon to the jet plane, 99-year-old Hugo Stockburger has seen it all. More...

ATV riders may be fined

HOWELL - Deputy Mayor Peter Tobasco said residents have approached him to discuss problems regarding the use of all-terrain vehicles (ATV) and off-road vehicles. More...

Letters

Jackson school budget is worthy of a close look

The Sept. More...

Resident supporting Walsh, Dalton, Howell

Once again the Republican "insiders" in Howell are spreading untruthful statements. I guess the election campaign, or silly season as I call it, has begun. In Howell it's the Republicans vs. the Independents. More...

Hospital thanks Rep. Chris Smith for support

On behalf of Kimball Medical Center, we would like to publicly thank U.S. Congressman Chris Smith for his unwavering support of our hospital. More...

Schools

Team Go To gets pupils involved at Griebling

HOWELL - When teachers and administrators at the Griebling School need somewhere to turn, the Howell School District's student assistance professional Holli Toline hopes they find Team Go To. More...

Fuel spill at school contained

JACKSON - No students or staff members had any contact with spilled diesel fuel during an incident that occurred at the Carl W. Goetz Middle School, Patterson Road, on Oct. 4. More...

Business

Business Briefs

FirstEnergy Corp. announced that Julie Strout Holman, formerly manager, State Governmental Affairs, was named state governmental affairs director, with responsibility for New Jersey. More...

Liquor license transfer raises debate

Applicant wants to open restaurant in Ramtown; neighbors object to plan

Back in May, Parker Partners, LP, attempted to gain approval to build an 11,000-square-foot addition to the Quail Creek shopping center in Howell for a restaurant/bar and other uses. More...

Photo

Nicholas Fichera, 7, checks out his marionette after it has been fixed by his dad, Jeff, during their visit to Howell Day at Oak Glen Park Oct. 7. More...

More testimony awaited on commercial project

JACKSON - Testimony is expected to continue at the Planning Board's Oct. 16 meeting on an application for the commercial development of Cooks Bridge Plaza. More...

Jackson unit stands ready to assist in emergencies

JACKSON - The Jackson Office of Emergency Management wants residents to know help will be there for them in the event of an emergency. More...

Rutgers squashes report of demise of Freehold facility

Contrary to a published report concerning the impact of state budget cuts on higher education, Rutgers University does not plan to cut back or eliminate its program at the Western Monmouth Higher Education Center, Route 9, Freehold Township, accordin More...

Board gives go-ahead to restaurant

HOWELL - The Golden Corral Buffet and its signature all-you-can-eat steaks is coming to Howell. More...

New director has hopes to 'ReRun' more horses

With plans to expand and open its doors to more thoroughbreds in need, ReRun Inc. has named Barbara Luna as its new executive director. More...

Farming roots are spark for Eagle Scout project

HOWELL - Newly minted Eagle Scout Joseph Garaffa wanted to show his community pride as part of his service project. So he helped the township remember its roots. More...

Pair charged in bias crime on holy day

HOWELL - On the holiest day of the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur, which was Oct. 2, officers from the Howell Police Department charged two juveniles with spray-painting swastikas and profanities on a township residence. More...

Youngster finds niche with Cole Bros. clowns

Thomas Coniglio, 9, enjoys spending time in front of an audience

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP - Unlike other youngsters, Thomas Coniglio did not get in trouble for clowning around this summer. More...

Howell extends welcome to guests from Mongolia

HOWELL - On a day in late Septem-ber, the distance between Ulannbaatar, Mongolia, and Howell became a bit smaller. More...

Upgrades planned for Ocean recycling center

LAKEWOOD - Extensive upgrades to the Ocean County Northern Recycling Center in Lakewood will result in environmental benefits and an overall better recycling program for county residents and municipalities, according to a press release from the count More...

St. Aloysius community excited about expansion

JACKSON - Ground has been broken for a new 1,000-seat church, parking lot expansion and access roads at St. Aloysius Parish, Bennetts Mills Road. More...

Newswoman takes pride in her heritage, career

JACKSON - It isn't every day that children at the Elms Elementary School have a chance to hear firsthand about Hispanic heritage from a special role model, but when WNBC-TV news anchor Lynda Baquero came to speak with fifth-graders about Hispanic her More...

Bulletin Board

Datebook

+ A gift auction hosted by the Jackson Veterans of Foreign War Ladies Auxiliary will take place Oct. 13 at the post home, 54 Magnolia Dr., Jackson. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission: $5. Details: (732) 928-0077 (after noon). More...

Community Bulletin Board

OCC college night features 100 schools

Ocean County College, in cooperation with the Ocean County Personnel and Guidance Association, will host the 35th annual OCC College Night 7-9 p.m. Oct. 17 in the OCC gymnasium. College Night is free and open to the public. More...

Opinion

Are We There Yet?

She would just love to sell her cell phone

From the moment I saw a woman on TV using a cell phone to call in a pizza, I wanted a cell phone so bad I couldn't stand it. More...

Coda

This year, old-fashioned is the height of fashion

Like many men of my acquaintance, I have a simple philosophy when it comes to fashion: Pick a look you like and stay with it forever. More...

Sports

Rutgers women are representing state well

The state's top high school girl soccer players don't have to look far to find championship-caliber soccer at the collegiate level. More...

Howell takes over first with 3-2 win at Manalapan

Trio played decisive role in win

When things are their most chaotic on the field, Howell High School boys soccer coach Rich Yuro knows who his team can turn to. Their names are Paul Calafiore, Mike Krol and Kyle Bethel. More...

Defense wins game for Jackson Jags

JACKSON - The township high school football team got a solid effort from its defense last Saturday to defeat Toms River North 28-7 in a Shore Conference American Division game at Jack J. Munley field. More...