April 5, 2007 RSS feed / Front Page

Bonds will help to pay for recreation upgrades

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON - A bond ordinance providing for various capital improvements, including the acquisition of capital equipment and recreation fields, has been adopted by the Township Council in a 5-0 vote. More...

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MIGUEL JUAREZ staff Russell Woolnough, of Jackson, took advantage of some balmy weather on a recent morning to fish the waters of Lake Carasaljo, Lakewood. More...

Communication is top job for police dept. dispatchers

Telecommunicators fill key role for officers and members of the public
BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON - Whether you call 911 or your local police department's telephone number in an emergency, a trained telecommunicator will be there, ready to respond. More...

Local charities to benefit from Rotary golf outing

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON - Two local charitable organizations will be the beneficiaries of the first golf tournament to be sponsored by the Jackson Rotary Club. The event will take place on May 18 at the Hanover Golf Club, Larrison Road, Wrightstown. More...

Counties applaud state support for MOM line

Citing the critical need for transit investments to be made in Ocean and Monmouth counties, officials in both counties praised the recent action of NJ Transit in providing additional funding to study a proposed passenger rail line. More...

Young horse enthusiasts sought for Y ranch camp

Youths learn about, ride and work with equines
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

UPPER FREEHOLD - Youths will get a horse of their own to take care of if they spend part of their summer with the YMCA. YMCA Camp Ralph S. More...

Jackson police seek suspect

JACKSON - A white man believed to be in his mid to late 30s is being sought by the Jackson Police Department and the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office for questioning in relation to an incident of lewdness. More...

Letters

Finance panel believes money is well spent

As we approach the budget season, it is inevitable that there will be letters to the editor in area newspapers throwing about accusations and half-truths about our budgeting practices. More...

Sicuranza recalled for civic-minded attitude

As a civic-minded person, I have come across many residents who have tried to make a difference within our community. One such individual who definitely stands out is Ralph Sicuranza. More...

Resident supports Sargent and Dey for Jackson school board

After years of seeing the same old faces and hearing the same old jargon from the people running for school board, I am pleased that two new faces have entered the race. More...

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Obituaries

Obituaries

Gerald A. Cappiello Mr. Cappiello, 81, of West Orange, died March 11, 2007, at Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown. He was born in Newark and was a graduate of Seton Hall University, South Orange. More...

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Schools

Residents faced with five questions in school vote

PLUMSTED - Residents who participate in the school election on April 17 will be very busy in the voting booth. More...

School positions consolidated

BY MARK ROSMAN Staff Writer

HOWELL - There will be a familiar face joining the Howell school district's central services office beginning in September. More...

Harriet Tubman's cousin speaks to local students

ALLENTOWN - Local second-graders learned about Harriet Tubman recently from one of her distant relatives. More...

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CHRIS KELLY staff The Yankees' Jason Schet comes off the bag to keep the ball in the infield as Connor Boyle of the Mets steals second base during a Howell Central Little League game on March 31 in Howell. More...

Howell residents face higher school taxes

$108.6 million budget will be voted on April 17
BY TOYNETT HALL Staff Writer

Howell resident Darrell Zimmerman expressed his frustration about an impending tax increase to the Howell Board of Education during a public hearing on the school district's budget for the 2007-08 school year. More...

Amy Rosen

Around Town Dr. Spock never mentioned juggling When kids come into our lives, wouldn't it be nice if they brought along an instruction manual? More...

Residents rally for sick child

JACKSON - Area residents are being asked to show their support for a 3-year-old Jackson girl, Colleen Nagy, who suffers from acute myeloid leukemia. The fundraiser will take place on April 7 from 1-3 p.m. at the White Butterfly, 200 N. More...

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+ Easter plant and flower sale, sponsored by Boy Scout Troop 258, will be held April 6, 7 and 8 at the following locations in Howell: Arby's, Route 9 south; Sovereign Bank, corner of Route 9 north and Salem Hill Drive; PNC Bank, Route 9 south More...

Grant will help Plumsted preserve historic farmhouse

PLUMSTED - The executive director of the New Jersey Historic Trust Fund, Barbara Irvine, has informed the Township Committee that its grant application has been approved for the preservation of the Singleton farmhouse, more commonly known as More...

Mark Rosman

In the News When your inner voice speaks, pay attention My boss, Greater Media News-papers Executive Editor Greg Bean, has given me plenty of good advice over the years. More...

Workshop will explore autism spectrum disorder

"What Parents and Pubic School Teachers Should Know About Autism Spectrum Disorder" will be discussed at the April 18 meeting of the Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC). More...

Marlboro author finds spot in 'Chicken Soup'

BY TALI ISRAELI Staff Writer

Mamie Weiss' special bond with her mother, Alice Amato, the woman she used to beg not to go to work, can now be read in the latest edition of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series. More...

Bulletin Board

Dine while helping U.S. troops April 10

American Recreation Military Ser-vices (ARMS), a nonprofit local organization that helps supply military personnel and their families with necessities, is conducting a fundraiser in conjunction with Applebee's Restaurant of Howell, Route More...

Adult classes offered in welding, mechanics, more

The Adult Education Division of the Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) is a now accepting registration for Spring Intersession classes. Intersession will run from the week of May 8 through June 14. More...

Concert to be held at Howell library

The Howell Recreation Department is sponsoring the following concert, which will be held at the Howell library, 318 Old Tavern Road. April 15 - Fred Lehotay and The Ragtimers. Details: (732) 938-4500, ext. 2501. More...

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Opinion

Lori Clinch

Are We There Yet? Gearing up, once again, to slim down Now that spring is officially here, I believe it's time to ceremoniously drop my winter weight, firm up my abs, and squeeze back into last summer's fat clothes. More...

Greg Bean

Coda Sometimes, it's the small things that save a marriage Last weekend, my stepfather got married to a wonderful woman, and I couldn't be happier. More...

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Sports

Jersey Blues finding their groove on diamond

Johnson expects big things from young team
BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer

Johnny Johnson used the first 20 games of Brookdale Community College's baseball season like a laboratory experiment. More...

Carroll likes the makeup of his young team

New Egypt will be tested early on
BY MIKE WHITE Staff Writer

PLUMSTED - Most high school coaches adapt to rebuilding their programs every few years. It is a facet of scholastic sports that can be both frustrating and exciting. More...

Late miscues costly for Piners in opener

BY MIKE WHITE Staff Writer

LAKEWOOD - Lakewood High School junior pitcher John Sanchez put forth an admirable outing in the season opener Monday afternoon, but it wasn't enough as Neptune scored a pair of runs in the seventh inning to roll to a 4-2 nonconference vict More...

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