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August 2, 2007 / Front Page

Construction under way at Sunnyside development

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St. Veronica parish celebrates 50 years of faith and fellowship

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CODA

SkyScreamer gives riders thrilling view of park

Food pantry benefits from young athletes

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Jaguars pound EB Bears in state lacrosse action

Horsemen take reins at Monmouth Park

Area dancers excel at show

JACKSON - Students from the Jackson Dance Center attended the Starbound National Talent Competition held at Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City, July 9-13. More...

Donation supports research

JACKSON - The March of Dimes, New Jersey Chapter, recently received a $50,000 donation from The Caitlin Elizabeth Russell Foundation Inc. More...

HOWELL - An $820,000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) issued by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) will be used for the reconstruction of Ford Road from Route 9 to Kent Road. More...

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CHRIS KELLY staff Justin Lombardo, 15, of Howell shows off his guitar skills during the Howell Library's recent Teen Battle of the Bands. Justin was performing with the band Affliction. More...

Seniors to meet, discuss FDR

Bridge Biography, a new company devoted to preserving family histories, is inviting seniors to the Empire Diner, Route 9 north, Freehold Township, on Aug. 22 at 9 a.m. More...

In the Arts

The Monmouth Museum located on the campus of Brookdale Community College, Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, will present the photographs of Paul Lenz Aug. 10 through Sept. 9 as part of the New Jersey Emerging Artists Series. More...

Datebook

• A "Take Out-Eat In Dinner," hosted by the First United Methodist Church of Farmingdale, Main Street, Farming-dale, will take place Aug. 4, 4-7 p.m. Details: (732) 938-3401; (732) 938-9181. More...

Several applications receive time extension from board

JACKSON - An application for a three-lot subdivision near Naval Air Engineering Station Lakehurst has received a one-year time extension from the Planning Board. The action came at the board's July 16 meeting. More...

U.S. Postal Service adds unit at local Minit-Stop

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON - Need to buy a stamp, register a letter or send that birthday card to Auntie Em? Maybe you're late for work and just don't have the time to drive across town to get that mortgage bill in the early morning mail. More...

Unlocking potential with the power of storytelling

Nonprofit gives ancient art a modern purpose

BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

The art of storytelling has its roots in the very beginnings of civilization and has grown throughout time to convey history, values, culture and purpose. Storytelling Arts Inc. More...

Letters

Wanted: Leaders to step up with a plan

It seems that Jackson politics is in full swing with those not in power doing all they can to point out the failures of the current administration. More...

VFW wants to work with town to find location

I want to thank my VFW Post 9691 and the community for their support over the past three years. Our quest for a post home continues. Our post will forge ahead until we achieve our goal. More...

Howell school board has the responsibility of selling its budget

In June I was at the Howell Board of Education meeting that was reported on by the Tri-Town News. I heard the board president say how happy and surprised she was at the big turnout, it being the biggest turnout she had ever seen. More...

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Schools

Student: Jackson schools provided opportunities

Young man with cerebral palsy is grateful to have attended classes locally

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON - There is a smile on the face of a special Jackson Memorial High School graduate who is planning to continue his education this fall at Ocean County College, Toms River. More...

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Sports

Shore Bulldogs - a team without a home

Local semipro football team operating at a disadvantage

BY GEORGE ALBANO Staff Writer

The Shore Bulldogs semipro football team out of Middletown played its "home" opener this past Sunday against the New Jersey Wolves of Plainfield. The only problem is that the Bulldogs don't have a home field, at least not yet. More...

Jackson 12s play well with backs to the wall

BY MIKE WHITE Staff Writer

CLAYTON - The Jackson Little League 12-year-old all stars entered Tuesday night's action one win away from advancing to the Mid-Atlantic regional tournament. More...

Jackson 10-year-olds defend district crown

BY MIKE WHITE Staff Writer

WALL - As the defending 10-year-old state champions, Jackson Little League 11-year-old all stars entered this season's District 18 tournament as one of the favorites to claim the crown. More...

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SCOTT PILLING staff Peter Campione, owner of the Kindred Souls dog-training facility in Howell, works with Tyson, a 4-month-old boxer, on obedience commands. More...

Business owner fears law will signal his end

Howell Township Council rules that dogs are not considered to be livestock

BY TOYNETT HALL Staff Writer

In an effort to be consistent with state law, the Howell Township Council has adopted an ordinance that amends the definition of agricultural uses and strikes out dogs from being considered as livestock. More...

Expansion plan approved for Adelphia post office

BY TOYNETT HALL Staff Writer

HOWELL - The quaint Adelphia post office on Wyckoff Mills Road is known for its curbside service. More...

State, county will fund 2 tracts to be preserved

PLUMSTED - The Township Com-mittee will be obtaining a $785,000 New Jersey Planning Incentive Grant award toward the acquisition of two more properties totaling 79 acres that will be saved and preserved forever from future major residential s More...

Educator helms Center Players' summer show

Long before Daniel S. Green was instrumental in the founding of the Freehold Regional High School District Academy for the Arts, he took on his first teaching role at Manalapan High School. More...

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The Nerds will perform Aug. 8 (rain date Aug. 9) in the second of three free outdoor concerts planned as part of Jackson Township's Concert Under the Stars series. More...

Jackson artist's mural unveiled

MANALAPAN - On June 27, postal officials, community leaders, local historians and educators unveiled a 4-by-5-foot mural in the lobby of the Manalapan-Englishtown post office. More...

Building to be dedicated

HOWELL - Howell Township First Aid and Rescue Squad No. 1 will host an open house dedication for its new building on Aug. 5 from noon to 5 p.m. Lt. More...

Drive lands energetic woman in exciting world

Pamela Roth represents young performers at New York talent agency

BY KATHY BARATTA Staff Writer

From the minute you meet her, you peg Manalapan native Pamela Roth as a personable people person. Perky enough to let you know she is awake and on top of it, but not so much that you can't wait for it to stop. More...