October 16, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

Supt. seeks to end issue with apology for diploma

Board's attorney says only state commissioner can fire FRHSD leader
BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer

The situation involving doctoral degrees received by administrators from a discredited online institution is over, according to Freehold Regional High School District Board of Education members and attorneys. More...

Fire damages apartments

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON — A fire that engulfed at least three apartments in Building No. 12 of the Regency Club on South New Prospect Road may have been caused by a faulty stovetop. "The original 911 call at 1:37 p.m. Oct. More...

FRHSD approves agreement for rental of ice hockey rink

BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer

The ice is ready and waiting at the Wall Sports Arena in Wall Township as the newly formed hockey teams in the Freehold Regional High School District get ready to open their first season. On Oct. More...

Brennan honored by FRHSD

BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer

Administrators from the Freehold Regional High School District acknowledged U.S. Army 1st Lt. Brian Brennan, 23, of Howell, during a Board of Education meeting held Oct. 6 at Howell High School. Brennan is a graduate of Howell High School. More...

Unaccredited degrees at heart of hearing

Proposed legislation targets tuition reimbursement and raises to school personnel
BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer

Fleecing the system by obtaining additional compensation or tuition reimbursement as a result of attending unaccredited institutions will no longer be an option for school district administrators if a bill in the state Legislature is eventually sig More...

Ocean Y will honor Brown and BlueClaws

The Ocean County YMCA will hold its second annual Red Triangle Award Reception 6-8 p.m. Oct. 24 at the Woodlake Country Club, Lakewood. The reception honorees for 2008 will be Geoff Brown and the Lakewood BlueClaws. More...

Turnpike Authority approves toll hike

BY CHRIS GAETANO Staff Writer

WOODBRIDGE — The New Jersey Turnpike Authority unanimously voted to raise tolls over the next four years in order to fund several infrastructure projects. U nder the new plan, approved Oct. More...

Caps for Yaps founder will speak at fundraiser

Kayla Martell, Miss Georgetown 2008 and founder of Caps for Yaps - Caps for Youth Alopecia Patients, will be one of the featured speakers at the third annual "Let Your Hair Down" charity event to be hosted on Oct. More...

Four Seasons residents get in the walking mood

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON — Residents of the Four Seasons at Metedeconk Lakes adult community put on their walking shoes on Oct. 5 and raised funds to help fight breast cancer. The walk raised more than $3,900, according to organizers of the Susan G. More...

Board revises tuition reimbursement code

BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer

Arevised policy adding extra criteria for employees of the Freehold Regional High School District in order to receive tuition reimbursement was approved by the Board of Education at its Oct. 6 meeting at Howell High School. More...

Letters

Writer got it wrong when going after official

On Oct. 9, in this spot, you read a letter by Todd Porter titled "Writer Finds Kafton's Push for Mayor to be Offensive." Mr. Porter recently ran against me for Jackson Township Council and lost by a 2-1 margin. More...

Letter demeans those who are true believers

Borden Applegate (Letters to the Editor, Tri-Town News, Oct. 2) continues to demean those who are believers. The hate he has in his heart is beyond my comprehension. More...

Educational foundation is ready to continue working for schools

Each year at this time, we begin our fundraising efforts that we believe will add to the Jackson School District as it continues to strive forward in raising our educational standards. More...

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Columns

The old gal was a woman who was ahead of her time

Coda

My grandmother, who was a competent and rational woman in most regards, had what we thought were some very weird notions about credit and banks. More...

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Obituaries

Stephen J. McIntyre Jr.

Mr. McIntyre Jr., 84, of Jackson and formerly of Lakewood, died Sept. 21, 2008, at Bartley Health Care in Jackson. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran of World War II, he was a carpenter for the GAF Corp. and E.I. More...

Christopher J. Piskin

Mr. Piskin, 48, a lifelong resident of Freehold, died Sept. 28, 2008, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. He was a landscaper for World Class Lawn Service, Freehold. Mr. Piskin was predeceased by a sister, Carolyn Magoulis. More...

Anthony L. Daurio

Mr. Daurio, 78, of Freehold and formerly of Marlboro, died at home on Oct. 7, 2008. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Korean War, he owned and operated Daurio & Russo Concrete Construction in Brooklyn, N.Y. More...

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Photo

Sophomore Caitlin Chelednik (l) and other cast members rehearse a scene from "Into the Woods," a Stephen Sondheim musical that will be presented at Howell High School next week. For staff writer Toynett Hall's story, see page 25. More...

JTMUA gets go-ahead for water tank

Facility will be built on land at Jackson Liberty High School
BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

The Jackson Planning Board has approved the construction of a water tank on property at Jackson Liberty High School, North Hope Chapel Road, Jackson. More...

Gridders lend a hand in Newark

Jackson Liberty student-athletes help to build Habitat homes
BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

When members of the Jackson Liberty High School football team put on their uniforms for the first time this season, they never thought they would use their teamwork for a different purpose. But on Oct. 2 at 5:30 a.m. More...

Questions linger over environmental issues

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

JACKSON — Environmental concerns were part of the discussion as the Planning Board continued to hear testimony on an application submitted by Gelori LLC to construct a 16,000-square-foot retail building. More...

Math games are fun, but help pupils learn

'Arithmetickles' comes to Southard School
BY TOYNETT HALL Staff Writer

HOWELL — "Daddy, I don't get this problem." "I need help." "I just can't do it," were some of the cries for assistance that Ben Bendor answered when his children were struggling with math. More...

Plumsted restricts pedophiles

PLUMSTED — Despite a recent state Appellate Division ruling that determined New Jersey's Megan's Law is all-encompassing and that local ordinances enforcing residency limits for sex offenders conflict with the law's intent, the Township Commi More...

Howell cast prepares to go 'Into the Woods'

BY TOYNETT HALL Staff Writer

HOWELL — A musical take on fairy tales will be center stage when students at Howell High School present Stephen Sondheim's Tony Award-winning musical "Into the Woods." "Into the Woods" will be performed at 7 p.m. Oct. 22, 7 p.m. Oct. More...

Singer traces musical roots back to Bronx

Red Bank's Lenny Starwood records CD of love songs
BY AMY ROSEN Staff Writer

In the newfangled world of clubs and computer-generated electronic music, rap, emo, screamo, heavy metal and popular music where icons like Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi rule, the classic, quiet sounds of easy listening music and love songs may ha More...

Pup pleases pupils with weekly visits

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

PLUMSTED — A pilot program that uses a 4-year-old golden retriever is being tested to determine if animal-assisted therapy will benefit special-needs pupils. More...

Scout puts focus on homeless veterans

BY ZACH LEVINE Correspondent

JACKSON — Alexandra Murdocca of Jackson is only 17, yet she is doing something with the Girl Scouts that transcends her age and may net her the highest award given to a Girl Scout. More...

Bulletin Board

Boy Scouts seek crafters and vendors

The Boy Scouts of America Venture Crew 400 of Jackson needs crafters and vendors for its 2008 craft/vendor fair. Jackson Venture Crew 400 is the only Venture Crew in New Jersey that is fully comprised of special-needs individuals. More...

Used book sale set

A used book sale will be held 2-7 p.m. Nov. 7 and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 8 at New Egypt High School, 117 Evergreen Road, Plumsted. Books for all ages, jigsaw puzzles, CDs, DVDs and videos will be available. More...

Registration open for Howell Rec. classes

The Howell Township Department of Parks and Recreation, 251 Preventorium Road, is currently accepting registration for the following classes: Cardio Dance, Kidz Art, Tai Chi, Ballroom Dancing, and Square Dancing. More...

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Opinion

Mom's 'green,' no thanks to the kids

Are We There Yet? • LORI CLINCH

Although I doubt that I'll ever have the time to hug a tree, I have been attempting to make a change or two in order to help the planet. If for nothing else, then for the sake of the children. More...

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Red State / Blue State

The real lowdown on 'low-information voters'

Red State/ Blue State • DAVE SIMPSON & GREG BEAN

Dear Greg: I have a new policy, Old Pal. When I write my half of this column, I listen to Rush Limbaugh on the radio. That way, my feelings aren't hurt when you're mean to me in your response. More...

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Sports

Behind the scenes at Jax Memorial

ERIC SUCAR staff Jackson Memorial High School goalkeeper Mike Folk dives for the ball during a penalty kick during the second half of his team's 5-2 loss to Brick Memorial High School on Oct. 8. More...

Lacroix carries the load in 30-24 win

Running back goes for 306 yards, three scores
BY MIKE WHITE Staff Writer

An outstanding effort from senior running back Langston Lacroix and a poised final drive in overtime combined for the expected result last Friday night as the New Egypt High School football team posted a thrilling 30-24 victory over visiting Woodro More...

Locals catching plenty of bass and porgies on boats

Fish On • RON NUZZOLO

I t's the time of the year in the Garden State when hunters and anglers get that little extra feeling of anxiety — the lack of sleep the night before an offshore trip. More...

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