December 7, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

Analyst: Project revenues will outweigh cost to town

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON - An economic analyst and consultant continued his testimony before the Planning Board on a developer's application for the 965-unit age-restricted condominium development Jackson Valley on Nov. 20. More...

Parish plans $3.5M project to meet community's needs

BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR. Staff Writer

HOWELL - The Rev. Brendan Williams, pastor of the Roman Catholic Church of St. Veronica, Route 9 north, does not like the idea of having to ask his parishioners for money - especially $3.5 million. More...

Computerized scheduling to streamline ride system

A state-of-the-art computerized network will streamline the way passenger routes are scheduled in the Ocean County Transportation Department's Reserve-A-Ride system. More...

Paramedics seek ability to transport patients

Emergency responders say they are caught in a financial crunch
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer

Residents of Marlboro and Manalapan may soon feel the impact of an emergency response crisis affecting Mobile Intensive Care Units (MICU) in the state. More...

Grant to pay for paving in Plumsted

PLUMSTED - State Commissioner of Transportation Kris Kolluri informed the Township Committee on Nov. 15 that a grant application in the amount of $140,000 to pave Lakeview Drive has been approved. More...

Youngster set for debut on television soap opera

BY KATHY BARATTA Staff Writer

MANALAPAN - Like any other happy 10-year-old, Allie Gorenc loves her life - the family, friends and school life that are the stuff of happy childhood memories. More...

Wawa to build in Plumsted

PLUMSTED - The New Jersey Supreme Court ruled in favor of Plumsted on Oct. More...

Paranormal sleuths specialize in a sixth sense

BY DANIELLE MEDINA Correspondent

BRICK - For Brick Township resident Desirae Wojtanowski, the things that go bump in the night are all part of a day's work. More...

Letters

Jackson council should stop the blame game

Contrary to what Jackson Councilwoman Ann Updegrave states in your recent report, "Jackson Council Supports Assembly Ethics Reform," on Nov. More...

Lakewood Elks continue to help community's special needs children

I am the chairperson for the Special Needs Children's Committee for Lakewood Elks Lodge No. 1432 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. More...

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Obituaries

Obituaries

Kelsey Lin Graham Kelsey Lin Graham, 14, of Jackson, died Dec. 3, 2006, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. She was born in Long Branch on Jan. 1, 1992. More...

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Schools

Bands sought for Feb. 10 event at JMHS

JACKSON - A battle will soon be raging at Jackson Memorial High School. More...

Officials hoping to raise voices for school funding

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON - Residents have to let the governor know they are not happy with the present state of school funding in New Jersey, according to Jackson officials. More...

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Sports

Rebel rally falls short in Central Jersey title game

Howell beaten by Hunterdon Central in first CJ final
BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer

Coaches preach it all the time to their teams: play hard and never give up. But it's easier said than done, especially when a game is spiraling out of control. More...

Playoff success changed face of Howell football

BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer

One thing was certain when Howell High School's football team ran out of the tunnel onto Rutgers Stadium on Sunday - Rebel football would never be the same. More...

Johnson, Toreros too much for the Hawks

BY DOUG McKENZIE Staff Writer

Going into Saturday's inaugural Gridiron Classic, the Monmouth University football team knew what it would take to knock off San Diego. They had to find a way to contain quarterback Josh Johnson. Sounds simple enough, right? More...

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Habitat asks for land to build homes

Jackson officials say they will consider request from private organization
BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

A representative of the Northern Ocean County Chapter of Habitat for Humanity has asked for municipal land in Jackson on which the group could build two or three homes. Habitat for Humanity builds homes for working families. More...

Photo

Howell High School's Jason Amato (22) is congratulated by teammates after he ran 83 yards for a touchdown with a blocked field goal during the Central Jersey Group IV championship game Sunday at Rutgers Stadium. More...

Plumsted hires new officer to bring dept. to 11 members

PLUMSTED - The Township Committee appointed Vince Doell as a new full-time fully certified patrolman to the Plumsted Police Department on Nov. 20. More...

Town tries to get a handle on tricky traffic situations

BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR. Staff Writer

HOWELL - Township Manager Thomas Czerniecki expects to unveil a policy that will give residents a new way to voice their concerns about traffic problems in the community. Speaking at the Township Council's Nov. More...

Citizens' complaints delay proposed change in lot size

BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR. Staff Writer

HOWELL - Following the Planning Board's adoption of revisions to Howell's master plan earlier this year, the Township Council must now adopt ordinances to put those revisions in place. More...

Fields, technology could be among services to be shared

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON - Plans to share services between the Jackson School District and the municipality have been set in motion. More...

Plumsted plans to spray to control gypsy moths

PLUMSTED - Department of Agriculture inspectors have completed a gypsy moth survey in Plumsted's wooded areas, as requested by the Township Committee. More...

Township racing to file affordable housing plan

BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR. Staff Writer

HOWELL - Due to what Planning Board professional Charles Newcomb deemed as his own "math mistakes," the state Council on Affordable Housing (COAH) Housing Plan Element and Fair Share Plan will require Howell to account for nearly 20 percent More...

Kelaher targets unregistered contractors

Ocean County Prosecutor Thomas F. Kelaher has announced a new initiative dubbed "Operation One-Two Punch." As of Dec. 31 all home improvement contractors were required to register with the state and are subject to numerous regulations. More...

Bulletin Board

Datebook

• A vendor fair will be held at Land O' Pines School, Thompson Way, Howell, Dec. 7 from 5-9 p.m. More...

Community Bulletin Board

Blood and platelet donors needed

With the holiday season fast approaching, New York Blood Center (NYBC) is urging everyone eligible to consider giving the best gift of all this holiday season - the gift of life - with a blood or platelet donation. More...

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Opinion

For the record

An article regarding a judge's decision against Howell in its case against the Freehold Regional High School District ("Judge Decides Students May Stay at Present High School," News Transcript, Nov. More...

Coda

Boys and girls in uniform are children of our village
Greg Bean

I remember when Jimmy Mac was a goofy kid with a devilish twinkle in his eye. The best friend of my youngest son, he was as polite as could be. More...

Are We There Yet?

He's texting just like it's his full-time job
Lori Clinch

My darling son Vernon is at that fun age where he believes that he is invincible, unconquerable and wise beyond his years. More...

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Business

Super Suppers offers chance to save time

BY AMY ROSEN Staff Writer

Family dinner time is in peril! Home-cooked dinners are being overrun by fast food mania! What are busy parents to do? Never fear, Super Suppers is here! More...

Business Briefs

Young Professionals, Forty and Under, a committee of the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce and a support group for professionals and college graduates, will hold its monthly meeting at 507 Main restaurant, 507 Main St., Belmar, Dec. More...

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